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Why Not Houseboat is offering accommodations in Alleppey. There's a private entrance at the boat for the convenience of those who stay. The boat also provides free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. The boat will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a dressing room, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. A balcony with outdoor furniture and lake views is offered in each unit. At the boat, every unit has bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the boat offers a baby safety gate. If you'd like to discover the area, fishing is possible in the surrounding area. The nearest airport is Cochin International, 53 miles from Why Not Houseboat, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Alleppey, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
5.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Travis
    United States of America United States of America
    This boat is outstanding. It was one of the largest and most luxurious on the water during the busy Xmas to NYE week. For instance, we saw almost no other boats with front and rear balconies on the upper deck. The furnishings are modern, and the...
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The boat is very impressive, super comfy and lots of areas to chill and admire the backwaters. The crew were also excellent, making great food and being super friendly and attentive
  • Sara
    Thailand Thailand
    The boat was lovely. We particularly enjoyed spending time on the top deck. The food was amazing.

Area info

Amenities of Why Not Houseboat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Child safety socket covers
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Executive lounge access
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 11:30 AM

Check-out

Until 9:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
5 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 1,000 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

FAQs about Why Not Houseboat

  • Yes, Why Not Houseboat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Why Not Houseboat is from 11:30 AM, and check-out is until 9:00 AM.

  • The prices at Why Not Houseboat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Why Not Houseboat is 1.1 miles from the center of Alleppey. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Why Not Houseboat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours