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Location of the Taj Garden Retreat, Thekkady

Taj Garden Retreat, Thekkady, perched on a hill top 2700 feet above sea level, nestles within a thickly wooded plantation of coffee, cardamom and pepper plants as well as teak and fruit trees. It is 1 km from Kumily, on the Kerala-Tamilnadu border; and 1 km from The Periyar Tiger Reserve, one of the finest game sanctuaries of the world. The closest airports are Madurai 135 kms, 3.5 hours; Cochin 185 kms, 4.5 hours; and Thiruvanathapuram 250 kms, 5.5 hours away. The closest railway stations are Kottayam (near Kumarakom) 110 kms., 3.5 hours; and Madurai 135 kms, 3.5 hours.

Accommodation

32 Rooms. The charming resort is built on the lines of traditional Indian machan and exudes a rustic charm.
All rooms have a private balcony and are in cottages built on stilts. The rooms overlook hills, verdant foliage or landscaped gardens. Amenities include in-room tea and coffee makers, mini bar, hair dryer, direct dial telephones, colour TV and satellite programs. All bathrooms have bath tubs. Inter connecting rooms available on request.