"It was an amazing experience with this hotel.our stay was comfortable,the food was excellent , specially the break fast was tasty and quiet place nice ambience,rooms were clean and neat the staffs were polite and very friendly always ready to help."

"Spice Village is located in Thekkady, Kerala, close to the Periyar Tiger Reserve. It is an eco-resort with 52 cottages spread out in about 12 acres of spice gardens. We were greeted by the friendly staff with a handmade paper necklace and fruit drinks, after which we were escorted to the cottages through the meandering paths. These cottages have elephant grass thatched-roof, built in traditional style of the dwellings of the local Mannan tribe. All the cottages are properly numbered and is easy to locate. There are two types of cottages - Spice Garden Cottage and the more spacious Deluxe Cottage with a private garden. We stayed in Spice Garden Cottage, which has a very large room and a living area. Interior was eco-friendly and had no air-conditioning. Though it had a ceiling fan, we didn’t have to use it, as it was pretty cool inside. It had a red-oxide-floored verandah, recycled pinewood furniture and organic toiletries. Bathrobes, hairdryers as well as shaving and dental kits were provided. As there is no TV in the room, it provides a peaceful environment suitable for relaxation and it also encourages the guests to engage with various in-house activities. The Woodhouse Lounge bar was very interesting with lot of old-time photographs and some antiques used by A.W. Wood, the first ranger of Periyar National Park, who resided here before. The bar offers a wide range of drinks and cocktails. There is also a billiards table inside the bar. Tamarind Tree restaurant offers global and local fare. Breakfast was buffet and had a satisfactory spread. For lunch, the South Indian thali or Kerala Sadhya was served, which was sumptuous and filling. An a la carte menu is also available for lunch and dinner. Menu caters to almost every taste and I really enjoyed the non-vegetarian dishes, especially the mutton and pork dishes. There is also live music played at night. There are plenty of activities to keep you engaged inside the property itself. While visiting the water recycling plant, vermicompost plant etc. during the guided tour of the property, the guide explained the eco-friendly practices of the resort, which was very informative and educational. During this property tour, the guide also introduced us to the flora and fauna inside the property. The tour ends at the café where you are served afternoon tea and snacks. Every day evening there is a demo cooking class in Tamarind restaurant and cultural programs in the amphitheater. The resort offers amenities like a swimming pool, a yoga and meditation center, an Ayurveda center, a recreation center, and a nature interpretation center. For active guests, there are badminton, tennis, and half basketball courts. The staff were friendly and very helpful in all areas – be it in the front office, restaurant, bar, housekeeping or the guides, especially, Mr. Francis, who took us around the property. Though the place looks very simple, it is well equipped with all amenities and is a fusion of luxury"

"Good Location, Tasty food in complimentary as well as Normal food … Good Response from staff"

"It was a great experience. We enjoyed the savoury food, and Rahul, our host was exceptionally good in suggesting local dishes and very courteous in behaviour. The ambience was warm and welcoming, also hygienic. Overall, the food was great and I recommend this place to travellers. Hritika kunal shah"

"Good service"

"Excellent property location , beautiful cottages and even better hospitality. Every staff member right from the reception to the restaurant genuinely strive to make our stay very comfortable and enjoyable. Food served at restaurant is very tasty, buffet breakfast spread is excellent. We travelled with 4 seniors , the buggy service was very prompt and made going up and down the property very smooth. The complimentary tea shop experience in the evening was fun for kids and adults alike. Overall had an amazing stay experience."

"Stay at the resort was great, with a hospitable staff and fun activities around the resort including the club happy room, spa and swimming pool. The upkeep of the resort is good and is at a good location being equidistant to activities and town centre"

"Good hotel at right location ( in market). Supportive staff and delicious food. Good and clean rooms. Only shortcoming is their swimming pool which is very small ( instead of infinity pool) and amenities were closed and not as mentioned."

"The hotel is very nice and welcoming. The rooms are very good and the food is of high quality. The stay here has been enjoyable."