Sitting by the Vembanadu Lake, Backwater Ripples features a large outdoor swimming pool, pampering spa treatments and a fitness center. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. A water sports center and sunset cruises are also available. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a satellite TV, personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Cottages have a flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms come with a shower. Backwater Ripples is 1.2 mi from Kumarakom Center and 1.9 mi from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. It is 9.3 mi from Kottayam Railway Station and 53 mi from Cochin Airport. Parking on-site is free. Guests can store their valuables at the 24-hour front desk. The hotel also provides a tour desk and foreign currency exchange. North Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes can be enjoyed at Cordon Bleu Restaurant. Lake Side Barbecue Restaurant offers authentic Indian and seafood grilled delights.