Kerala Palace

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Independent Rating: Not Rated Self Accredited Rating: Not Rated Kerala Palace is a heritage hotel nestled along the backwaters of Kerala near Kottayam . It comprises of traditional mansions from across Kerala that were carefully dismantled and reassembled. Special care has been taken while dismantling them so that the original character of the mansions are retained. Step into Kerala palace to experience the regal charm and splendor of the cream of the crop of Kerala heritage buildings that traces its origin to the 18th and 19th century under one roof. Get a pulse of the authentic Kerala life style in this amazing conglomerate of exquisite creations and more at Kerala palace.
Experience the quintessential charm of Kerala architecture in these wonderfully recreated structures to walk down memory lane to the era of kings and palaces. Kerala palace is a n interesting portfolio of these architectural gems built on the bedrock of the vaasthu vidya, the ethnic architectural style of Kerala that would allow the wanderlust to take a peek at her regal past. Built to meet the occupational and vocational needs of its owners, each one of these structures are so different though a common architectural thread runs through them.

Amongst others, the heritage hotel comprises of 'Sreedhari', 'Kozhanal malika' and 'Chempulayil'. Originally built in 1890, 'Sreedhari' was an Ayurveda hospital in central Kerala, which was carefully recreated as part of the Kerala palace complex in 2003. The building was originally built to cater to all the operations including collecting medicinal herbs, extracting the concoction and distributing it to the needy. Kozhanal malika on the other hand is the erstwhile royal home of the a Kshatriya clan of Kerala ( warriors). Designed to cater to the entertainment and relaxation of the male members of the family, it was here the male members used to stay and practice martial art lessons as well. It became part of Kerala palace in 2002 when it was carefully disbanded from its original location to be recreated without losing its original flavour.Chempulayil, built for trading tobacco traces its origin to 1890. Built along the banks of the Meenachil River, this impressive edifice also became part of Kerala palace four years back. Neythallor Math is a traditional Kerala homestead built in the ettukettu style, built around two inner courtyards. This 18th century structure originally built in Kanyakumari, part of erstwhile Travancore was recreated in 2004 to be part of Kerala palace. The mostly wooden structure has separate living areas for men and women inhabitants and cater to all the needs of the huge joint family system which existed then. Special areas are earmarked for dining, sleeping, meditation and guests.

In addition to the above listed there is an impressive collection of traditional homesteads and regal homes in Kerala palace. Built in wood, these buildings flaunt elaborate pillars sloping roofs and sprawling verandas, considered hallmarks of traditional Kerala homes.