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Little Chembaka

Cheepunkal P.O., Kumarakom, IN

9.7 guest rating· 13 reviews

About this hotel

Sustainable Country House Experience

Little Chembaka, nestled in Kumarakom with picturesque river views, offers eco-friendly accommodation near Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Enjoy free parking, 24/7 reception, and WiFi. Benefit from airport transfers and car rental services for a hassle-free stay.

Comfortable Amenities

Unwind in the country house equipped with a flat-screen TV, plush towels, and crisp bed linens for a cozy retreat.

Tranquil Garden Retreat

Relax amidst nature in the lush garden surroundings, perfect for a peaceful escape.

Experience serenity and sustainability at Little Chembaka - book now for a memorable stay!

Rooms & rates

Deluxe Double Room with Bath

Sleeps 3 · 23 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Private parking
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bike tours
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  • Canoeing
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cooking class
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Live music/performance
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours

Location

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Cheepunkal P.O., Kumarakom, IN

Check-in
from 01:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.713 reviews

+ Exceptional hospitality+ Delicious food+ Comfortable stay+ Great location
Cleanliness9.7
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.5
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.6

A Gem!

10.0

I absolutely loved my stay in Little Chembaka and had a wonderful 2 days. The cottage itself was clean, beautiful and comfortable. I ate there both nights and the food was plentiful, interesting and tasty. Ditto the breakfast. I did a few activities. The sunrise boat ride and village walk was really lovely and very interesting. Got to see real village life in the company of 2 of the Chembaka team and the boat ride in a small boat was peaceful and calm. In the evening I went on a sunset boat ride. One of the team positioned the boat in a sublime spot where we watched the sunset. I also was taken by the manager Jess to a toddy shop to drink toddy, snack on tapioca and hot fish sauce and chat about everything! I learnt a lot about Kerala life and much more! But the thing that stood out and really made my stay were the people who worked there. Jess runs the place with love and passion and this shines through everything. I highly recommend a stay here. I loved it. Big thanks to the team and Jess, you're a star.

Nothing.

shereen · IE · 2026-03-28

A unique and wonderful place to stay.

10.0

The owner welcomed us and treated us like family. He is an expert Keralan chef, and he provided us with local cuisine of the highest quality- quite exceptional. A stay at Little Chembaka is an unforgettable experience.

There was nothing to dislike.

Davies · GB · 2026-03-05

Want to EXPERIENCE Kerala, stay in Little Chembaka with Jes, Ray, Apu, Sanu, Srijit and Apu Jr.!

10.0

Little Chembaka is a one villa, 2 persons accommodation where you have the personal attention of the host/chef. The meals, (breakfast, lunch and dinner )that Jes cooked for us were exceptional; our sunrise cruise and village walk was so informative. As we eat our sumptuous meals, Jes sits and talks to us, about his life, his aspirations and we got to know so much about Kerala, in just 2 days!!

Nothing!

Toch Len · AU · 2026-02-11

Exceptional service

10.0

Amazingly original offering and so much more

Nothing

Caroline · GB · 2026-02-08

Guest review

10.0

This was one of the most memorable stays we ever had, and for all the right reasons. From the moment you arrive, the Team at Little Chembaka do everything they can to make your stay the most comfortable, joyfull and entertaining ever. Jess the host, is a super friendly guy and will regale you for days with stories. He and the whole team make you feel that you just arrived at your friend's house. The room itself was very comfortable, with a large and comfy bed, and all the modern amenities that you would like. It is also stylishly decorated, with a dark wood decor that fits very nicely with the local style. And of course, you can lounge out in their veranda with a nice view over the backwaters and watch the occasional egret, kingfisher or loads of butterflies. One of the reasons we have chosen Little Chembaka is the food, which we read so many positive things about, and boy, were they all true! Breakfast and dinner cooked up by Jes and his team were THE best food we had in India, and you can really feel their passion for cooking. We had three breakfasts and dinners, all of which were different but equally tasty. We opted to do the cooking class with Jes as well, which we can only HIGHLY recommend, we learned so much about the local Keralan Cousine, went out with him to source the ingredients and got so many tips and tricks on how to cook up these amazing dishes ourselves and adjust them to the ingredients available in our home country. All in all, thank you very much to the whole team who made our stay so comfortable. Go do yourselves a favour, ditch the resorts and stay at Little Chembaka - we certainly hope to be back someday.

Absolutely nothing.

Frank · DE · 2026-01-28

Guest review

10.0

המיקום על הנהר. בעל הבית המקסים שישב איתנו בישל לנו ואירח אותהו כאילו אנחנו חברים. חווייה מיוחדת ממש! ארוחת בוקר וארוחת ערב שבושלה מולינו והייתה מיוחדת בשפע רב וברמה ממש גבוהה

ofer · IL · 2026-01-24

Good to know

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.