Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience
Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience offers 2 room types, ranging from 33 sqm to 71 sqm. Nightly room prices range from 20,614 to 20,614 INR. Book your stay directly through H5star.
What Defines Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience
Village-style spice-forest setting
A low-rise resort designed around Kerala’s spice-growing landscape, local vernacular cues and landscaped grounds near Periyar Tiger Reserve.
Early responsible-tourism showcase
The property became CGH Earth’s early testing ground for responsible-tourism practices and was the first theme resort in Thekkady town.
Nature interpretation and handmade crafts
A nature interpretation centre and handmade paper making unit connect the resort’s leisure programme with local ecology, learning and craft.
Kerala spice cuisine
Tamarind Restaurant serves Kerala cuisine flavoured with fresh spices, alongside North Indian and South Indian dishes.
The 50 Mile Diet
The dedicated 50 Mile Diet restaurant serves fresh and organic specialty cuisine.
Four-room Ayurvedic spa
The spa has four treatment rooms and offers massage services, including Ayurvedic therapies and couples massage.
Separate children’s pool
The outdoor leisure area includes a main swimming pool and a separate children’s pool.
Supervised childcare and playground
Family facilities include free supervised childcare and an on-site playground.
Multi-sport recreation campus
Shared facilities include badminton, tennis, basketball, a recreation centre, cycling opportunities and indoor games.
Corporate event infrastructure
Business and events facilities include a business centre, meeting room, conference hall, boardroom, video conferencing and web-casting.
Featured Facilities at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience
- Free Parking
- Massage services
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Spa/wellness center
- Swimming Pool
Which Type of Stay Is It Best For?
Private balconies in some accommodations, couples massage treatments at the four-room spa, and the quiet Periyar-area setting give couples options for secluded downtime, restorative experiences, and drinks or light snacks at Wood House Lounge.
- ✓Wine/champagne
- ✓Evening entertainment
- ✓Garden
- ✓Bike tours
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Cooking class
- ✓Outdoor furniture
- ✓Sun loungers or beach chairs
- ✓Tour/class on local culture
- ✓Walking tours
- ✓Sun umbrellas
- ✓Tour desk
Ayurvedic therapies, massage services and four treatment rooms create a focused wellness base, while the yoga and meditation centre adds dedicated space for practice.
Tennis, cycling, hiking and yoga classes provide more active ways to move.
- ✓Yoga classes
- ✓Fitness/spa locker rooms
- ✓Access to health care professionals
- ✓Cycling
- ✓Fruits
- ✓Hiking
- ✓Lockers
- ✓Special diet menus - on request
- ✓Tennis court
- ✓Tennis equipment
Free supervised childcare, a playground and a separate children’s pool support family routines, while the game room, recreation centre, sports courts and nature-based activities create varied options for different ages across the landscaped resort.
- ✓Board games/puzzles
- ✓Games room
- ✓Kid meals
- ✓Kid-friendly buffet
- ✓Picnic area
- ✓Billiards
- ✓Table tennis
A business centre, meeting room, conference hall and boardroom support corporate gatherings, with video conferencing, web-casting, workstations, photocopying and scanning.
Airport shuttle availability and the travel desk add practical support for events and regional movement.
- ✓Business center
- ✓Airport pick up
- ✓Airport shuttle
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Shuttle service
- ✓Airport drop off
- ✓Breakfast takeaway containers
- ✓Currency exchange
- ✓Dry cleaning
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Ironing service
- ✓Laundry
- ✓Safety deposit box
- ✓Soundproof rooms
Rooms & Rates at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience
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A Kerala Village Built Around Responsible Tourism
Low-rise accommodation in a spice-forest landscape
The resort is organised as a village-style campus rather than a high-rise hotel, with low-rise accommodation and communal facilities distributed through landscaped grounds. Its design draws on Kerala’s vernacular cues, traditional hospitality and the surrounding spice-growing landscape.
CGH Earth’s early responsible-tourism model
Launched as Thekkady’s first theme resort, the property became an early testing ground for CGH Earth’s responsible-tourism practices. Its identity is expressed through nature immersion, cultural programming and a setting close to the Periyar forest ecosystem.
Learning, craft and recreation spaces
The shared campus includes a nature interpretation centre, handmade paper making unit, recreation centre, shop and left-luggage facility, bringing ecological education, local craft and practical resort functions into the central guest experience.
Village Accommodation with Private Balcony Options
A 52-accommodation village layout
The property offers 52 accommodations arranged within its village-style grounds. Suites and non-smoking rooms are documented among the inventory, preserving the low-rise, dispersed character of the resort rather than concentrating accommodation in one hotel block.
Balconies opening onto the resort setting
Private balconies are available in some accommodations, providing private outdoor space within the landscaped, nature-led setting. The balcony feature is associated with selected room categories rather than the entire accommodation inventory.
Kerala Spices and The 50 Mile Diet
Tamarind’s fresh-spice Kerala cooking
Tamarind Restaurant is the principal dining venue, serving Kerala cuisine flavoured with fresh spices. The broader food offering also includes homely Kerala food, North Indian dishes and South Indian dishes.
Fresh and organic specialty cuisine
The 50 Mile Diet is a separate restaurant concept focused on fresh and organic specialty cuisine, adding a produce-led dining identity distinct from Tamarind’s Kerala-spice menu.
Wood House Lounge and vintage billiards
Wood House Lounge, also identified as Wood House Bar, serves alcohol and light snacks. The venue includes billiards on a vintage table, providing a drinks-focused setting within the resort’s communal spaces.
Pools, Sports Grounds and Periyar-Area Activities
Main pool with a separate children’s pool
The outdoor pool area includes one main swimming pool and a separate children’s pool. Both sit within the resort’s wider gardens and recreational landscape, alongside outdoor sports areas.
Sports across the landscaped campus
Outdoor and indoor recreation includes badminton, tennis, basketball, cycling, table tennis and a pool table. The property also has a recreation centre, game room, indoor tennis court and library.
Forest treks and bamboo rafting
The activity programme extends beyond the grounds with forest treks and bamboo rafting in the Periyar area. Other documented options include hiking, bike tours, walking tours, evening entertainment, live performances and tours about local culture.
Ayurvedic Treatments, Yoga and Practical Event Facilities
Four treatment rooms for Ayurveda and massage
The full-service spa has four treatment rooms and provides massage services, including Ayurvedic therapies and couples massage. An Ayurveda centre anchors the property’s treatment offering.
Yoga, meditation and active recreation
A dedicated yoga and meditation centre supports quieter practice, with yoga classes complemented by tennis, badminton, cycling, hiking, table tennis and other recreational activities.
Conference and business support
Business and event infrastructure includes a business centre, meeting room, conference hall, boardroom, MICE services, private party area, video-conferencing and web-casting facilities, workstations, secretarial services, photocopying and scanning.
Thekkady’s Spice Country and Periyar Gateway
On Kumily Road in the Periyar corridor
The resort is positioned on Kumily Road in Thekkady, within the Thekkady and Kumily gateway zone for Periyar Tiger Reserve. The area is defined by hill-and-forest scenery, spice plantations and access to the wider Periyar ecosystem.
A base for wildlife and plantation travel
The surrounding destination is known for wildlife-oriented travel, forest access, trekking, boating and plantation landscapes. The location places the resort within Kerala’s spice-country interior rather than an urban hotel district.
Regional transport and travel-desk assistance
Documented practical services include airport shuttle availability, car hire, transport and guide services, a travel desk, meet-and-greet support, currency exchange, doctor-on-call assistance, luggage storage, translation or interpretation on request and valet parking.
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Sentiment analysis
| Category | Score | Guest Sentiment |
|---|---|---|
| Cleanliness | 9.31 | Overall reviews highlight cleanliness is good, though some mentions of food could be improved. |
| Service | 9.78 | Staff described as very polite and helpful, with several mentions of exceptional hospitality. |
| Location | 9.82 | Beautiful location surrounded by nature, contributing to a serene experience. |
| Room Quality | 9.27 | Rooms reported as clean and comfortable, though one review mentioned the bed could be hard. |
| Amenities | 9.3 | Amenities like spa services and various activities were well-received, enhancing the guest experience. |
| Value for Money | 9.26 | General sentiment indicates guests found good value considering the quality of service and facilities. |
| Food and Beverage | 8.81 | Food was generally enjoyed, but mentioned it could be improved in some reviews. |
| Overall Experience | 9.68 | Guests consistently describe their experience as exceptional and magical. |
Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience Compared With Other 5-Star Hotels in Thekkady
See how Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience compares with other 5-star hotels in Thekkady across room size, price and stay scores.
| Metric | Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience | 5-Star Thekkady Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest nightly room price | 20 614 INR | 16 510 INR | Above average |
| Guest Rating | 9.4 | 9.1 | — |
| Reviews | 425 | 366 | — |
| Couples Score | 8.7 | — | — |
| Wellness Score | 9.1 | — | — |
| Families Score | 8.4 | — | — |
| Business Score | 9.2 | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many room types does Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience offer?
Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience offers 2 room types.
What is the price range for rooms at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience?
Room prices range from 20,614 – 20,614 INR per night.
What is the average nightly price at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience?
The average nightly room price is 20,614 INR.
What are the room sizes at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience?
Room sizes range from 33 sqm to 71 sqm.
What is the most affordable room at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience?
The most affordable room at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience is Spice Garden Cottage - Complimentary Cultural Performance for 30 Minutes, with prices from 17 694 INR per night.
What type of stay is Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience best suited for?
What facilities does Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience offer?
Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience offers a selection of facilities and services for a comfortable stay.
Can I book Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience through H5star?
Yes. You can check live room rates and availability and book your stay directly through H5star.
Which rooms at Spice Village Thekkady – A CGH Earth Experience have Private entrance?
The rooms with Private entrance are Spice Garden Cottage – Complimentary Cultural Performance for 30 Minutes, Deluxe Cottage with Private Garden – Complimentary Cultural Performance for 30 Minutes.
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