Springdale Heritage, Thekkady

Set 10 km from Pattumala Matha Church, this polished resort is also 11 km from Abraham's spice Garden and 15 km from Mudra Cultural Centre.

Featuring free Wi-Fi, the bright, warmly decorated rooms offer seating areas, desks and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. They also include tea and coffeemaking facilities. Room service is available.

Amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym, as well as an elegant international restaurant offering outdoor seating. There's also a spa, a library, a conference hall and a game room with a pool table.