Comfortable Accommodation: Why Not Houseboat in Alleppey offers a boat with a sun terrace and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, and lake views.
Convenient Facilities: The property features a private check-in and check-out, paid airport shuttle, outdoor seating area, full-day security, and room service. Free on-site private parking is available.
Local Attractions: Located 85 km from Cochin International Airport, the boat is near boating and fishing activities. Guests can enjoy sailing and boating in the surrounding area.
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its excellent service, cleanliness, and attentive staff, Why Not Houseboat ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Why not 2, is probably the best houseboat from Aleppey - well thought out design, with relaxation areas at the front and back on the upper deck, where you can sit in sun or shade and enjoy natural air flow through the boat. Vijay, Babu and...”
Nicola
United Kingdom
“Beautiful boat and exceptional staff. Food was amazing.
Views were beautiful and wildlife spotting through the whole trip.
We took a kayak trip which at an extra cost but worth it as you went through villages.”
Sally
United Kingdom
“Captain Sudesh and Chef Radesh looked after us royally. The food was so delicious and there was LOTS of it. The boat was great as it is very open at the front, perfect for lounging with a book.”
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Jane
United Kingdom
“Amazing experience on this houseboat. Breathtaking journey through the backwaters. We weren’t sure what to expect as it’s not that clearly explained when you book. You leave Alleppey and travel along backwaters and stay overnight moored near a...”
Anthony
United Kingdom
“The boat was lovely, very clean and tidy and comfortable. There was a nice deck where we could relax in comfort and see what was going on on the water and on the banks.”
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Sally
United States
“We highly recommend staying with Why Not houseboats! The boat is in great condition and the staff are amazing. The food was some of the best we ate in Kerala. A perfect experience, thankyou!”
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Paul
United Kingdom
“Overall this was a very enjoyable experience travelling through the beautiful backwaters around Alleppey.
The boat itself was very comfortable, clean and spacious, and the staff were excellent, as was the food, especially lunch which was...”
Jomal
Canada
“The houseboat trip was exceptional with its extra ordrinary scenary of the backwaters which we could fully enjoy from the upperdeck of the houseboat.
Food was extremely delicious and staffs were very cordial.
Its worth the money and highly...”
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Scarlett
United Kingdom
“The boat was thoughtfully designed, with traditional methods and craftsmanship. It had lots of different areas for relaxation which was appreciated. The staff were attentive and kind and nothing was too much trouble for them which meant the most...”
Aulich
Australia
“Clean, good looking, great staff and fabulous food”
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Check-in
From 11:30
Check-out
Until 09:00
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
5 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 1,000 per child, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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