The Leela Palaces, Inns and Resorts introduced the opening of its second lodge in God’s Personal Nation, The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Lodge, additional consolidating its presence in Kerala and fortifying its resort portfolio. The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Lodge completely enhances The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Lodge, and builds on the model’s presence within the coastal state with the 2 resorts providing very distinctive and distinctive backwater and seashore experiences, finishing the a lot sought-after and serenely lovely Kerala itinerary.
A two-hour drive from Thiruvananthapuram airport, this picturesque resort is a tiny hamlet perched on the banks of the shimmering Ashtamudi Lake, fashioned by the confluence of the 8 lakes, providing a magical backwater expertise that flawlessly balances barefoot luxurious with rustic allure. Placid, serene waters, surrounded by lush greenery and swaying coconut bushes create a tranquil environment good for leisure and rejuvenation. Thoughtfully curated experiences unlock the magic and thriller of the locale and provide an enriching cultural immersion into the vacation spot amidst an awe-inspiring setting.
Talking on the event, Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Government Officer, The Leela Palaces, Inns and Resorts, stated, “We’re delighted to welcome The Leela Ashtamudi, A Raviz Lodge, an thrilling new addition to our model portfolio. Kerala has traditionally been one among our key markets and strategically vital to our development within the area. The resort marks one other milestone in our journey as we proceed to develop in essentially the most alluring leisure locations throughout the nation. This enlargement is in lockstep with the rising demand from the discerning international leisure traveller to expertise significant and transformative journeys which can be an genuine expression of a area’s magnificence, heritage and tradition.”
Integrating the foundational rules of atmosphere and sustainability, the resort is elegantly poised in concord with native historical past, evidently enchanting and magnifying the tradition and heritage of the vacation spot via impressed design narratives that reference Kerala’s wealthy architectural heritage.
With 93 tastefully appointed rooms that replicate the normal Nalukettu aesthetic of Kerala, the resort is residence to a bevy of lodging together with rooms, suites and experiential homes, embodying historic allure that seamlessly mix the previous and the brand new and function a window to the resort’s breath-taking pure settings. An enthralling décor permeates every room and conventional artefacts and furnishings steeped in tradition, pay homage to the historical past and tradition of the locale. Company can select between the Tower Wing or the Heritage Wing or elevate their expertise by upgrading to one of many two accessible non-public plunge pool villas. The resort additionally options two distinctive conventional experiential homes providing the Tharavadu expertise – specifically Erattupetta and Anchal which have a wealthy historical past of greater than 200 years. These in search of final luxurious can reserve a non-public getaway with a tranquil backwater cruise on Mahayana – the quaint houseboat that comes with all of the comforts of a lodge and is evocative of all the things that’s quintessentially Kerala.