Konark Homestay – A Favorite for Families in Thekkady

Konark Homestay provides a private entrance and a 24-hour front desk for guest convenience. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and a terrace with lake views is accessible from every unit. The hotel offers on-site yoga classes, a picnic area with outdoor furniture, and staff fluent in multiple languages to assist guests.

All rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom. Each unit offers mountain views and an outdoor seating area, with some rooms providing scenic views of both mountains and lakes. The homestay has family rooms that are spacious and include a work desk and sofa.

Konark Homestay is located on Lake Road, adjacent to Periyar Tiger Reserve, and within walking distance of the National Park entrance. Guests can spot wildlife such as bison, sambar deer, and wild boar from the common balcony overlooking the reserve. The property is 145 km from Madurai Airport and sits in a quiet area away from the main road.

On-site yoga classes are available for relaxation and wellness. The homestay also offers bike tours, cooking classes, and evening entertainment such as happy hour and tours about local culture. A cooking lesson with host Rani provides instruction in traditional Kerala recipes.

A free continental breakfast is included for all guests. The host Rani prepares home-cooked dinners on request, using local ingredients and offering authentic Kerala meals. The family also sells 100% pure honey from a local farm as a take-home gift.

Location: Adjacent to Periyar Tiger Reserve, wildlife viewing from balcony

Rooms: Family rooms with mountain and lake views

Wellness: On-site yoga, cooking classes, bike tours

Dining: Free continental breakfast + home-cooked dinners by Rani

Service: 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, activity booking assistance