Xandari Riverscapes

Name: Xandari Riverscapes
Address: Near Pallathuruthy Bridge, Alleppey, in

Location: Near Pallathuruthy Bridge, Alleppey, in

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Houseboat

About this Property

Luxurious Houseboat Experience on Vembanad Lake

Exquisite Craftsmanship and Comfort: Experience the charm of traditional "kettuvallams" with hand-stitched wood interiors and modern amenities like air-conditioned bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchen, and open-air living area.

Breathtaking Views and Serene Ambiance: Relax on the viewing deck or gaze through the picture windows in your bedroom to enjoy the tranquil backwaters. Suites feature attached bathrooms, wardrobe, and a desk for your convenience.

Culinary Delights and Leisure Activities: Indulge in authentic Kerala cuisine prepared on board. In the evenings, unwind by taking a canoe ride or playing indoor games. A perfect blend of relaxation and recreation awaits you.

Book now to experience the ultimate luxury houseboat stay at Xandari Riverscapes!

Policies

Check-in: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Check-out: 09:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Ironing service
Car hire
Packed lunches
Chapel/shrine
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Concierge service
Baby safety gates
Outdoor furniture
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Face masks for guests available
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Housekeeping on request
Covered parking
Free bus station shuttle
Fishing nearby
Bicycle-friendly property
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Paddle boating nearby
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Three Bedroom Houseboat AK

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 9 (9 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
Three Bedroom Houseboat MA

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 9 (9 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
Two Bedroom Houseboat PA

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
Three Bedroom Houseboat PA

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 9 (9 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
Three Bedroom Houseboat NE

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 9 (9 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
One Bedroom Houseboat KA

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
One Bedroom Houseboat CH

Traditional style houseboat with one-bedroom, attached bathroom with free toiletries and hot water supply. Both air conditioning and a fan are provided. Air-conditioning will be provided only from 6 pm to 6 am. Air-conditioning for the entire day is available at an extra cost of INR 2500 payable at the time of check-in.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Baby safety gates
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Two Bedroom Houseboat PE

Traditional style houseboat with two bedrooms, attached bathroom with free toiletries and hot water supply. Both air conditioning and a fan are provided. Air-conditioning will be provided only from 6 pm to 6 am. Air-conditioning for the entire day is available at an extra cost of INR 2500 payable at the time of check-in.

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Baby safety gates
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Three Bedroom Houseboat MO

Traditional style houseboat with three bedrooms, attached bathroom with free toiletries and hot water supply. Both air conditioning and a fan are provided. Air-conditioning will be provided only from 6 pm to 6 am. Air-conditioning for the entire day is available at an extra cost of INR 2500 payable at the time of check-in.

Max Occupancy: 9 (9 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Baby safety gates
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

Berman (10/5): -
Sagarika (10/5): Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious - From the outside, the looks of the boat was not that great. But once we were inside the boat, the experience was totally different. It was a life time experience for us. NA
Alicja (10/5): Outstanding experience! - The most beautiful highlight of my entire trip to Karelia! I will remember this for the rest of my life. Truly an outstanding experience! 🌟
Pravesh (9/5): -
Esther (10/5): the cherish on the cake! What a trip!!! - The best crew you can imagine!!! if.... than a slightly bigger bed, but no complaints
Furqan (9/5): -
Sarabjit (9/5): Backwater overnight cruise - Lovely laidback cruise in the backwaters with a lovely crew
Luděk (10/5): -
Carol-ann (10/5): Fantastic experience - The boat was spacious and very clean. Staff were very helpful and the food was fantastic . You also got to go round the smaller waterways in a smaller boat which was good The larger boats have an upper deck giving an unobstructed view on the smaller boats the captain is positioned in the middle although you can easily see either side and it doesn’t detract from the experience
Saumya (9/5): - Food and the staff were very nice. Food was amazing. Bathroom could be better. And some activities should be arranged once the boat is parked. There was nothing to do.
janet (10/5): Trip of a lifetime - The tranquility of the boat pace. No rushing all kind and gentle. Getting off!
Harpreet (10/5): - highly recommended
ANRI (10/5): -
Liz (9/5): Fabulous two day trip cruising the Kerala backwaters. - Amazing staff - fabulous scenery. A really peaceful couple of days on board. An experience not to be missed. Vegetarian options for food could be better.
Chkolnix (9/5): Lâcher prise, bien manger et s'en mettre plein les yeux - Il s'agit ici d'un séjour sur Houseboat. Idéal pour un séjour relaxant sur les canaux de cette magnifique région. À notre disposition exclusive, un bateau parfaitement équipé et un équipage très sympathique : 1 pilote, 1 homme de service et 1 cuisinier. Arun, Rajeev et John nous ont particulièrement bien soignés.
MARIE (10/5): -
Rosemary (10/5): A very special experience! - A wonderful experience! Very lovely and attentive team - we were treated like princesses! We also felt very safe. Food was delicious, everywhere was very clean and the whole experience was very smooth and efficient. Nothing!
Sophie (10/5): Exceptionnel trajet - Les paysages, la nourriture, la propreté des lieux Rien
lucy (6/5): To many boats. Overdeveloped. - Efficient check in. There are far to many boats doing this trip. Apart from an hour in the morning, we were surrounded by numerous other barges. Not really what is sold as a peaceful cruise through quiet backwaters. The stitch canoe trip felt contrived and awkward for local people.
Yannick (10/5): - Nous avons apprécié la compétence et la gentillesse du personnel. À l'écoute est disponible. Un voyage magique hors du temps. Le bateau était très bien, la chambre confortable. Franchement, pour passer une journée et une nuit en amoureux c'est le top. Le lever de soleil est superbe, le parcours est attrayant.
Linda (9/5): - Staff where attentive made the boat journey wonderful
Amélie (10/5): Une expérience extraordinaire comme peu d'autre, une petite pépite à ne pas manquer ! - Le séjour était tout simplement incroyable ! Nous avons vécu un rêve éveillé de la prise en charge jusqu'à la fin grâce à toutes les personnes qui sont parfaites. Le bateau est magnifique, authentique et la balade est une pépite pour les yeux. Nous recommandons vivement à quiconque voulant vivre une expérience hors du commun auprès de personnes incroyables !
Jamie (9/5): -
Renata (10/5): - Piekna, wygodna lodz wyposażona we wszystko , co jest potrzebne. Zaskakująco duza łazienka ze swietnym prysznicem.Troskliwa załoga dbająca o wszystkie potrzeby. Overall cudowne doświadczenie Brak WiFi n Łodzi. Mimo zapewnien przedstawicielkii firmy operującej lodziami na lodzi nie ma WiFi. Wifi jest dostępne nocą gdy lodz przybija do brzegu. Jedzenie jest niestety zbyt pospolite i psuje cale doświadczenie. By mieć coś ekstra na obiad trzeba za własne pieniądze dokupić ryby, owoce morza.
Maria Evelina (9/5): -
Claire (10/5): Magical. Must do while in south India - Amazing food and service and landscape, what an awesome experience, just magical!
Mark (10/5): Life changing. - Such an unique, beautiful and exhilarating experience. I can’t think of a thing.
Iris (10/5): -
Cyril (10/5): - Expérience très agréable et paisible malgré le nombre important de bateaux similaires navigant. Équipage sympathique et aux petits soins. Repas très copieux et préparés à bord. Un peu court. Quelques heures de plus auraient été bien venues.
Jo (10/5): Fabulous - What a treat it was. The boat was beautiful, very clean, well equipped with lovely super soft towels and air-con. We had no expectations and it was wonderful we wished we had stayed for 2 night instead of 1. It was worth every penny and more. The staff were incredible and we were very spoilt. Food was amazing. We had the best time
Alicja (8/5): Wykupiliśmy 2 noce rejs. Bardzo udany szczególnie drugi dzień kiedy łódka płynie wśródpol. - Bardzo miła i uczynna obsługa, wyśmienite jedzenie Łódka już trochę stara, czysto ale leżaki lekko zużyte, nadają się do wymiany
Andrea (10/5): - Great food and great staff
Nannette (10/5): Worth doing - It is as nice as the photos. Service excellent, food divine The lake part of the cruise could be skipped. It is crowded and not as scenic
Lisa (10/5): Tranquil setting, comfortable boat, amazing food — a truly special experience. - After leaving our previous accommodation, we didn’t think it could possibly get any better — but it absolutely did! My sister and I stayed with Xandari Riverscapes in September 2025. Honey welcomed us on arrival, introduced us to the crew, showed us around the boat, and even mapped out our journey — she had also kept in touch with us beforehand, which made everything feel seamless. It was just the two of us on the boat, with three wonderful crew members — the captain, a chef, and a steward — and we honestly felt like royalty. The boat was far more spacious and tranquil than I’d imagined, drifting gently down the river surrounded by beautiful nature. We spotted kingfishers, kites, fruit bats, and herons — truly magical. Our room was perfect: a massive bed, plenty of space, and a lovely ensuite with a powerful shower. We were served three freshly cooked meals a day (plus an afternoon snack!), all absolutely delicious and plentiful. I’d planned to do just a day trip but chose an overnight stay instead — and it was so worth it. The whole experience was peaceful, beautiful, and deeply moving. There wasn't anything I didn't like. It really was a lovely trip.
Elizabeth (10/5): A 20 hour slice of luxury -
Thierry (9/5): Tres belle prestation avec effet wahou - L'ensemble du personnel d'accueil et l'équipage Bateau privatisé Les repas La visite en canoë en plus Le coût est un peu trop élevé Les bateaux pourrait utiliser des solutions d'énergie renouvelable L'équipage pourrait donner plus d'explications pendant la croisière
Pratik (3/5): -
Haim (8/5): - We loved our stay on the boat. The crew was great.
Tomer (10/5): Beautiful boat with very friendly staff and nice rooms. - Beautiful boat sailing through the backwaters. Staff is very friendly cooking great meals. Rooms are well air-conditioned and the public area is very comfortable Staff is a bit overly friendly, serving the meals to your plate (not allowing you to serve yourself ..)
Angie (9/5): Lovely Stay on a Houseboat - It was a beautiful stay on the houseboat! The staff and food were wonderful. The backwaters were gorgeous. We would’ve liked more seafood options for dinner. The small boat tour of the backwaters was not very long or informational. It would be nice to have options for activities to do during the stay — canoeing/kayaking, village walk, information about the history of the backwaters and area, etc.
Duncan (10/5): A must-try experience if you're visiting Alleppey. - Overall me and my partner a fantastic experience - probably my favourite part of our trip around Kerala. The time went so quickly because we were so relaxed. The crew made us feel at ease and we were very well looked after. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the price which was great. Would thoroughly recommend.
Sabina (4/5): Would not recommend xandari - The team tried their best It cost about 50 k for a night ... ... The boat started at 1pm and docked at 5:30pm .. after that it was docked till 7 am next day at this dirty place infested with mosquitoes ..there was no plan for a village walk through or any other activities .. water ran out . There was no water even in the toilets ... This thing is not worth more than 10k
Louis (9/5): An experience not to be missed! - The backwater experience. Being pampered waited on by friendly crew, great food. The move for a short stint in the small boat exploring the narrow canals was appreciated. Nothing was too hard for the staff and they were always keen to ensure that you were comfortable. Honey at reception was also very welcoming. The bathroom fit out and fittings need updating.
Tharsiga (10/5): Serene - Lovely cruise and stay in the boat. Exceptional staff who took care of us. Rooms with ac and fan, very comfortable beds. Lovely serene views. A must do Nil
Lyndal (10/5): This was a highlight of our trip and we wish we had stayed a second night. - The boat was fabulous and clean, the food was delicious and the customer team were warm and friendly and very focused on ensuring we had the best experience.
Siddhi (10/5): A must in Kerela - book 2 nights! - The experience far exceed our expectations. The boat house we stayed at was a beautiful blend of tradition and comfort, the rooms had a massive window so you can see the water and views while resting, and the deck with the lovely seating on the second floor became our favorite spot to hang out and take in the beautiful scenery. The staff were also exceptional and went out of their way to ensure we had the best time. Mahesh, the chef made the best food we’ve had on the whole trip. Venu, the crew was so kind and of course the captain, Pradeep! We did a two night stay and I can’t recommend that enough. As part of the stay, they also offered canoe rides through the village, a stop at one of the oldest churches, seeing a woodcarving workshop and doing a little shopping and daily stops at areas where you can walk around. Nothing, everything was genuinely perfect.
Donaldson (10/5): -
Ivana (10/5): It was excellent. We wish we’ve taken two day tour rather than one. - It was well maintained. The staff took good care of it. It was also well organised. Everything was excellent.
Ashita (9/5): The boat and all facilities in the boat were very well presented - All food items prepared during breakfast, lunch and dinner were very delicious. The canoe ride included was a good experience. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodated all our requests.
Alhussain (10/5): -
Marco (10/5): -
Dorien (10/5): Good value for money house boat with excellent food and staff - Good value for money house boat. Staff is amazing. Food is prepared on board by excellent chef: fish fry lunch, veg or non-veg dinner on request and breakfast. Excursion on canoe-style boat in the small canals was a nice addition. A/C in bedroom works well. Spacious bathroom The road to the boat was very muddy, but of course we were there during rain season. There are no facilities for drivers. Our driver was advised to park on the street and spend night there.
Mirri59 (10/5): A worthwhile experience in - Great experience. Attentive staff. Great food. Comfortable bed.
yeyette64 (9/5): - Paysages magnifiques pour une très agréable croisière de 2 jours. Le personnel était très attentif et la nourriture excellente. Super voyage. On pensait le bateau un peu plus confortable...mais tout allait bien
Caterina (10/5): - L’autenticità del posto, l’esperienza e il calore del personale
Pranay (10/5): Great experience. - It was a great experience . The boat was very clean and well prepared. The backwaters were incredibly beautiful. We also bought crab on the way and the chef Anthony was very happy to cook it. Everything was perfect. We had an early flight back and they were nice to call a taxi at a different location so that we reach airport on time I liked everything. The only thing which would have made it even better was getting a beer while sailing in backwaters. Unfortunately there was no option of that but it is understandable.
Elena (10/5): -
Marc (9/5): Fantástica experiencia - Todo el personal, tanto de tierra como en el bote, fue muy agradable y estuvo atento a nuestras necesidades en todo momento, incluso nos ayudaron a gestionar el desplazamiento a nuestra siguiente parada. La comida y el trato fueron muy buenos y la travesía fue una experiencia preciosa.
Jacob (10/5): -
Balachandar (10/5): A nice vacation with family. Staffs were welcoming and accommodative. The receptionist Honey was very welcoming and acco - Nice boat stay experience.
Bertrand (10/5): Une belle expérience avec un grand confort - Nous avons aimé les attentions de l’équipage et de Honey avant et après notre séjour. Le fait de reserver 2 journées permet de profiter de la sérénité du lieu loin de la horde de houseboat. Les repas sont très bons et adaptés a nos demandes. Nous avons apprécié le calme de la nuit avec AC, pas de mise en route de générateur. Bravo Mr pradeepan, Mr Raju and Mr Sijo et Mr Shijo Martin, you are a very good team !
omar (10/5): - Realmente una gran experiencia hacer el houseboat por los backwaters con Xandari. Todo estaba perfecto, una instalaciones de lujo con un personal de 10. Hemos podido disfrutar de un entorno maravilloso con una tranquilidad y relajación increíble, el personal en todo momento te atiende y la comida que hacen a bordo esta muy buena. Recomiendo la experiencia sin duda!!
Amelie (10/5): - It was an amazing one night Cruise. The staff was So nice and the meals were delicious. Everyrhing : boat, lansdscape and especially the staff and the meals
Abhi (9/5): -
Harry (10/5): Very friendly staff - The food was the best we had in India, the chef was amazing and allowed us to get ingredients for him to cook a tailored menu Nothing
Isabel (10/5): Alles in allem war eine wunderbare Bootstour! - Gut ausstaffiertes Hausboot mit einem Doppelzimmer mit Bad und Klimaanlage. Alles sehr sauber. Das Personal - ein Kapitän, ein Maschinist und ein Koch - war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Der Koch hat ausgezeichnetes indisches Essen für mich zubereitet!
Anjali (10/5): Highly recommend this exceptional houseboat experience and wish we stayed longer! - The boat was traditional and very well maintained with clean bathrooms, good size bedrooms with AC, and amazing common areas including an upper deck. The food and service by Mahesh, Vipin and Prince were outstanding, and the Kerala backwaters are stunningly serene and beautiful.
Isha (6/5): -
Parvathy (8/5): Fabulous relaxing experience - Friendly staff and exceptional food. The chef was able to cater for vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian (in addition to the usual foods). Bathrooms needed some attention
laurent (8/5): -
Marina (10/5): -
Percy (8/5): Relaxing - We had a wonderful experience on the 3 bed houseboat with upper deck. Staff were professional and hospitable catering to all needs. The menu was customised based on our preferences. The trip on the canoe through the narrow backwaters was the highlight of the trip. We will definitely come back. The office manager sitting inside the cubicle was extremely unhelpful. We needed WiFi to connect while settling the bill and he was quite dismissive. For an institution catering to foreign tourists not having such basic things is not ideal
Mia (10/5): Not to be misssed!!! - We had the most incredible stay on the houseboat with our three hosts! The communication with the team before / after was great. The boat journey was incredible and all the food was delicious! Nothing
Jeremy (10/5): -
Martin (10/5): - Das Team an Bord war sehr aufmerksam und zuvorkommend.
Tal (10/5): - The food and th boat
Anil (10/5): -
Bertrand THIBAULT (10/5): Découvrir des lieux magiques sur un bateau de qualité avec un équipage aux petits soins - Organisation et horaires respectés Le personnel à bord aux petits soins Nous etions deux et notre équipage comprenait le capitaine le cuisinier et le chez de bord. Cabine spacieuse avec sanitaires propres et en bon état. Bateau propre etc entretenu. Rien à voir avec les autres bateaux croisés dont l état et la propreté étaient douteux. L écart de prix de Xandari est largement mérité Tout s est très bien passé
Somonnita (9/5): -
Joana (9/5): Great food on the boat! - Pretty boat and kind staff. The food was really great!! The staff asked proactively before we departed if we prefered bottled water instead filtered water which was really nice.
Sophie (10/5): Die perfekte Hausboot-Crew!! - Tolles Essen mit Rundum-Verpflegung. Kleine Bootsfahrt auf den Seitenkanälen inklusive. Abends stoppt man an einem Pool wo man auch Schaukeln und Tischtennis spielen kann. Das beste Personal überhaupt!!! Ein traumhaftes Boot. Es gibt absolut nichts zu bemängeln. Evtl ist das Zimmer direkt an der Küche hinten etwas hellhörig.
Sergio (8/5): - Friendly staff!
Gabriele (10/5): -
Ajay (10/5): The staff were really nice and friendly. Chef Mahesh used to feed us very tasty food of our choice. Captain Raju and Vip - Spacious, well built, beautiful, nice and clean. None, we liked everything.
Rebeca (10/5): Estancia magnífica - El trato del personal, la cabaña. Todo Nada
Carolina (9/5): Everything made this trip to an amazing experience! - Amazing food and very friendly people working at the boat. Nothing.
Emily (10/5): A real highlight! - We loved everything! This was probably the highlight of our entire trip to India. The boat exceeded expectations in terms of comfort, the crew were delightful, the food delicious and the scenery fascinating as well as beautiful and serene. We were also treated to an unexpected canoe trip into the tiny channels our house boat couldn't reach and enjoyed a wonderful window into life on the backwaters. We saw many house boats during our 6 days in the Alleppey area and the Xandari boats are up there at the very top in terms of quality. We discovered the service they provide is second to none too! Nothing!
Prakhar (10/5): - Amazing and a very unique experience. Especially living in the backwaters and getting the feel of Alleppey with mesmerising views was worth it.
Juliet (8/5): Lovely experience - Really great communication with the team before, during and after the trip! The stay was comfortable and the food was excellent.
Massimiliano (9/5): -
I Hsuan (10/5): - 很喜歡！很舒適！風景很好，食物好吃，設施也好，過了愉快的一天💖✨️✨️ 晚上靠岸的時候有下船打羽球、散步，是這次喀啦啦旅行最珍貴的回憶之一。不知道船上沒有吹風機……🥲 也不知道只收現金，因為booking 有留信用卡所以誤會了。
Hélène (10/5): - Tout était parfait! Le personnel à bord était d’une extrême gentillesse
Olivier (10/5): -
Karmy (10/5): Perfect serenity within a lush landscape - Great service especially by Honey, very accommodating and helpful. The food was excellent too!!
koji (9/5): -
Mymy bachi (10/5): Idéal pour une déconnexion totale - L accueil par le personnel très professionnel et friendly Rien
Eleonora Maria (10/5): 2 notti in una barca tutta per noi. Un sogno ad occhi aperti - - cibo di grande qualità (si mangiava praticamente sempre e soprattutto bene) - acqua calda in bagno - aria condizionata in camera - società molto seria Il soggiorno in barca ha un costo elevato, ma vale la pena regalarsi questa coccola. Suggerisco 2 notti, perché 1 notte è troppo troppo poco perché già alle 17.30 si attracca per la notte e alle 9 di mattina si lascia la barca. Sicuramente meglio l'opzione 2 notti. PRENOTATE SENZA ESITAZIONI! Difficoltà nella comunicazione prima della vacanza. Abbiamo scoperto l'itinerario solo una volta saliti nella barca
SANDRINE (9/5): Superbe ! - Magnifique bateau bien équipé Personnel adorable Vue magnifique Un peu bruyant
Antonio (9/5): Consigliatissimo! - La barca è bella, forse un po’ datata ma pulita. Lo staff davvero bravissimo e gentilissimo. Il cibo ottimo e vario.
Chittra (10/5): Excellent - The houseboat was amazing and and it was a pleasant and wonderful journey. We had the trip of our life with Xandari. The captain Sony, Chief cook Sanjith and kannan make us feel like kings. We bought shrimps on the way, enjoyed a shirodhara massage and had a very relaxing peaceful trip. We will come back. 10 stars for the food! It was the best food we had. Leave your phone in you bag!