Hills & Hues Hotel - Kumily
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5-star hilltop resort with infinity pool sourced from a natural spring, overlooking Periyar Lake and hills in Kumily
Accommodations
Hills & Hues offers 15 rooms in distinct categories: King's Lair with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, The Cavern, Manor Hills with private jacuzzi, The Nest, and Wooden Cottage. Each room includes a private balcony or terrace with valley or mountain views, hardwood and stone floors, and a private bathroom. The Manor Hills rooms and The Cavern provide additional privacy and panoramic scenery, while the King's Lair features a dining table, desk, and a welcome basket of fresh fruit.
Dining
The on-site restaurant, The Cauldron, serves Chinese, American, Italian, and Kerala cuisine with options for vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free diets. Meals are prepared under Executive Chef Ram, who offers personalised cooking demonstrations and tea tastings. The breakfast spread includes local specialities, fresh pastries, and a variety of beverages, with room service available throughout the day.
Recreation & Wellness
The rooftop infinity pool is open year-round, fed by a natural spring, and overlooks the surrounding hills and valley - the pool area includes sun loungers, beach towels, and a children's section with swimming pool toys. The spa and wellness centre offers a steam room, open-air bath, massage services, and yoga classes, while the Ayurvedic garden supplies medicinal plants used in treatments. Indoor games include carrom, foosball, table tennis, darts, and chess, and live music and themed dinner nights are held weekly.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Situated on a hilltop at the highest point in Thekkady, the resort provides direct views of Periyar Lake and the surrounding forest. Periyar Tiger Reserve is 4 km away, offering jungle trails, bamboo rafting, and guided wildlife tours. Other nearby attractions include Suruli Waterfalls (45 km) and Cumbum grape farms (30 km), and the property is 100 km from Madurai Airport.
Family-Friendly Facilities
The resort has a dedicated children's playground, a kids' pool with toys and outdoor play equipment, and babysitting services on request. The games room and board games/puzzles keep younger guests entertained, while the restaurant offers a kid-friendly buffet and special meals. A cooking class and walking tours are available for families, and the 24-hour front desk can arrange packed lunches for day trips.
- Accommodations: 15 rooms including King's Lair, Manor Hills with jacuzzi, The Cavern
- Dining: The Cauldron restaurant with chef's cooking demonstrations and tea tastings
- Wellness: Rooftop spring-fed infinity pool, spa, steam room, yoga classes
- Location: Hilltop 4 km from Periyar Tiger Reserve, views of Periyar Lake
- Family: Kids' pool, playground, babysitting, cooking class, board games
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Single bed1 Single bed

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Essential information about Hills & Hues Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 20536 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.3 km |
Location
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