Over five of the State’s leading newspaper publications originate from Kottayam, hence giving it the tagline of ‘City of Letters’. About four-fifth of books published in the State come from here as well. Not just for bibliophiles, for nature lovers as well there is enough gems hidden in its scenic landscape. From trekking hotbeds like Nadukani and Kottathavalam to the rare avian life on display at the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, there is everything adventurous and exciting to explore here. Well connected to the entire State, it is full of interesting historical and cultural locations that tell the tale of how the district was forged into its current form. Hotel’s close proximity to the city centre will help you get easy connectivity to all these places and travel desk facility is also available to easily plan those trips. Nearby must visit places include Kumarakom Backwaters/House Boats/Wildlife Sanctuary, Illikkalkallu, VaikomMahadeva Temple, Marmala Waterfalls,Elaveezhappoonchira, Mango Meadows Agricultural Park, Kottayam St. Marys Orthodox Syrian Church, Tomb of St. Alphonsa, Kattikkayam Waterfalls, Saint Chavara Pilgrim Centre, PanachikkaduSaraswathi Temple, ThirunakkaraMahadeva Temple…just to name a few.