Property Overview 

Set on 18 verdant acres along the shimmering shores of Vembanad Lake, The Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa is a premium luxury wellness destination blending backwater serenity, holistic care, and contemporary design. The resort’s architecture fuses Kerala tradition (sloping tile roofs, natural materials, open verandas) with modern touches, featuring cottages and villas that open to gardens, lagoons, and lake views. (turn0search0)

The property comprises 72 units — including Zuri Rooms, Zuri Deluxe Rooms, Zuri Cottages, and Presidential Pool Villas — many with private plunge pools or garden terraces overlooking water. (turn0search0) Within this ensemble, Maya Spa, one of the largest spas in South India, offers Ayurvedic, Western, and oriental therapies in tranquil settings.) Yoga, meditation, and wellness programs are anchored in serene pavilions (the “Body Temple” lagoon island) and open lawns.

Guests may drift through days of spa treatments, sunrise yoga, quiet boat cruises on the backwaters, bird watching at the famed Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, and flavorful dining that draws on local seafood and Kerala specialties. Zuri also offers wellness packages (e.g., Ayurveda, spiritual retreat) amid its scenic ambience.Though emphasizing luxury, the resort also incorporates sustainable sensibilities: garden landscaping, water vistas, blending built and natural elements, and maintaining green open areas. A stay at Zuri Kumarakom becomes more than a holiday: it’s a pause — to restore, rebalance, and reconnect, embraced by water, wellness, and quiet.

Accommodation, Facilities & Stay Experience

Room / Villa Categories

• Zuri Rooms (18 units): Standard garden or lagoon views with elegant interiors.
• Zuri Deluxe Rooms (16 units): Upgraded amenities and views.
• Zuri Cottages (28 units): Standalone cottages with private gardens or terraces.
• Presidential Pool Villas (10 units): Luxurious villas with private pools, garden terraces, water views.

All units emphasize natural lighting, open layouts, comfortable interiors, and integration with greenery and water.

In‑House & Resort Facilities

• Maya Spa / Wellness Centre: Composed of many treatment rooms (including couples’ rooms), offering Ayurvedic, Western, oriental therapies, hydrotherapy, floatation, sauna, steam, etc.
• Yoga & Meditation Pavilion / ‘Body Temple’: An island pavilion in the lagoon dedicated to yoga, meditation, and breathwork.
• Swimming Pool & Pool Bar: Outdoor pool with poolside bar and snack service.
• Dining Venues:
  • Lime Tree (all‑day dining)
  • Specialty restaurants (fine dining by the lake)
  • Poolside snack and bar service
• Backwater & Boat Activities: Houseboat cruises, lagoon rides, canoeing, backwater excursions.
• Events & Banquet Facilities: Meeting spaces, lawn venues, open lawns for weddings and events.
• Fitness, Recreation & Other Amenities: Gym / fitness centre, indoor games, WiFi, concierge, room service, etc.

Eco‑Friendly & Sustainable Qualities

• The resort retains large green open areas, integrates built structures with water and garden, and designs water edges sensitively.
• Use of water vistas, natural ventilation, open designs, and landscaping to reduce harsh environmental intrusion.
• Wellness and spa orientation encourages mindful living and slower rhythms.
• The resort promotes Ayurveda and natural therapies, which align with sustainable, non‑harmful methods of healing.
• Offers wellness packages and yoga / spiritual retreats, which emphasize inner sustainability rather than mass tourism.

Stay Experience & Unique Design

A stay at Zuri Kumarakom is sensorial — waking to soft light over the backwaters, verandas opening to garden or lagoon, soft breezes, private pool dips, spa rituals, yoga by water, drifting via boat in the mornings, birdlife songs, calm dinners by the lake, and quiet nights under stars. Villas and cottages open outward; design foregrounds water and greenery rather than walls. The “Body Temple” yoga island, lagoon walks, private pool villas, and spa pavilions make the experience unique and restorative.

Locational Advantages & Connectivity

• Setting: Kumarakom, Kottayam district, Kerala. The resort sits right on the banks of Vembanad Lake.
• Proximity:
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is nearby (a major draw for nature lovers).
  • Houseboat jetties, canals, village life, backwater networks are in close reach.
  • Cultural and rural experiences in surrounding areas.
• Airport / Access:
  • Cochin International Airport is approximately 80 km away.
  • Road access via Kottayam, Kochi, and state highways.
• Travel Time: The resort is about 2 hours from Cochin Airport.

Advantage: The location offers the dual benefit of being in a tranquil backwaters setting while still accessible from major transport hubs. Guests can combine nature, wellness, and exploration without extreme remoteness.

Wellness & Holistic Features

• Ayurvedic Treatments & Spa: Maya Spa delivers a wide spectrum of treatments — classical Ayurveda, Western & Oriental therapies, hydrotherapy, floatation, relaxation.
• Yoga & Meditation: The lagoon island “Body Temple” serves as a dedicated space for yoga, breathwork, and meditation with serene water views.
• Holistic / Health Philosophy: Wellness, calm, balance, inner harmony are prioritized. The resort also markets Ayurveda packages under its offers.
• Fitness & Movement: Gym, fitness centre, walking trails, pool swimming add to the wellness regime.
• Nutrition & Dining: Restaurants offer local Kerala cuisine, seafood, fresh produce, healthy options. The resort is known for its culinary quality.
• Water & Nature Therapy: The backwater setting itself is therapeutic; guests engage in boat rides, slow water travel, bird watching, and natural surroundings to calm the mind.
• Sustainability & Regenerative Approach: By promoting wellness, conserving green areas, integrating water and natural landscapes, and focusing on less intrusive design, the resort upholds a softer environmental footprint.

A stay at The Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa is more than a holiday — it’s a journey into holistic wellness, where serene backwaters, Ayurveda therapies, yoga, and meditation converge to restore body, mind, and spirit. Guests can relax in private pool villas, enjoy curated wellness packages, and immerse themselves in the calm rhythms of Vembanad Lake. Book your wellness escape today with India Holistic Retreats, a subsidiary of Globes Travel, and experience Kerala like never before.