Flamingo Boutique Hotel & Ayurvedic Spa

I have just returned from a four night stay here which was nowhere near enough and I am already trying to work out when I can go back! Even the best photos just don't do this place justice and it's hard to describe how lovely it is. I arrived late in the evening and very tired after a 14 hour journey from northern Rajasthan and was just shown straight to my room, that had the lamps lit, a/c and fan switched on, was given a couple of bottles of ice cold water and told that we could do the check-in process the following morning whenever I was ready. My room was beautiful. Spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable bed, very stylish bathroom, quiet and with everything that I needed. The grounds of the hotel are immaculate and you are surrounded by birds, butterflies and dragonflies, with constant birdsong during the day and crickets and frogs in the evening. I felt at home as soon as i arrived. There is a very friendly, laid-back vibe and as a solo female traveller, I couldn't have felt safer and more relaxed. The spa that belongs to the hotel is right next door and I don't think enough has been said about how well run everything is. I booked a yoga class and it was suggested to bring it forward an hour from the time I requested due to the time that the mosquitoes come out. As it's only next door I was very surprised that my instructor came to get me from my room! He was absolutely lovely, a fantastic teacher who pitched the class exactly right for my experience level (intermediate but rusty!) and I can't think of a better place to do yoga than outside on the grass by the side of a Keralan backwater - absolute heaven. The Ayurvedic massages are also incredible and shouldn't be missed. The food at the restaurant is fantastic, their Marari fish curry was the best thing I ate in two weeks of travelling round India. Finally, the staff, which is what really elevates the Flamingo Marari and make it what it is. Beyond helpful and friendly, always smiling, and can't do enough for you, but all in a very easygoing, laid-back way. Thank you all for a fantastic few days, and I hope to see you again next year!

We spent a relaxing few days at this delightful hotel which has large rooms and bathrooms and is in a beautiful setting. The spa provided excellent and good value massages. Deserving of special mention is all the hotel staff who, without exception, did everything they could to provide an excellent service. The food in the restaurant was well prepared and good value - the service led by Aneesh was friendly and efficient. All the staff on reception were fantastic and made our stay very special. It happened to be my birthday and I was presented with beautiful flowers and a lovely cake.

A friend and I have just spent 5 nights in this magical setting. Being greeted by the warmth of Charun and being shown round the property by him made me feel instantly welcome and at home. Then at dinner I met Aneesh another member of the team who looked after us and helped us to choose many of the delicious dishes on the menu. The cuisine is outstanding particularly the fresh fish and prawns. The breakfast buffet never disappoints. All the staff were very helpful and greeted you with smiles. I wish I could have stayed longer to enjoy the peace and tranquility in such a natural environment. If this is what you are looking for then I can thoroughly recommend The Flamingo Marari Boutique Villa.

We stayed here for two nights because we were looking for an Ayurvedic hotel on the beach. After two weeks of touring northern India, we were ready for a relaxing time in nature. While this is not directly on the beach, it is a seven-minute canoe ride, or a ten minute walk to a beach, that had at most five people on it at any given time. Most of the times t there were just the two of us! We loved bouncing in the 84 degree swells! We had three days of treatments at the spa, which is adjacent to the property, about 40 steps from the dining area. The massages were wonderful, and it was a treat only have to book about a day ahead. The property, though small, is beautifully designed and quiet. The breakfast was fine, and the dinners were quite good. It is a long way for me to come, but I can definitely see myself coming back again!

We absolutely loved our stay in our spacious and comfortable courtyard room in this beautiful small hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful; Sharon at the front desk, the restaurant staff and the women who kept the rooms and the grounds beautifully clean and tidy. We had all our meals at the hotel - breakfast, lunch and dinner - and enjoyed everything! The canoe ride to the beach in the early morning was a highlight for us. It was so peaceful and we loved watching the kingfishers, egrets, cormorants and herons. It's a 10 minute walk to the beach on a path through the woods and then you can walk for miles on soft sand ***** a palm fringed beach.

We stayed in this beautiful small hotel for 2 nights and wished we could have had longer. It was excellent in all respects, the room, pool, dining and, in particular, the staff. Nothing was too much trouble - always attentive and helpful. Hoping to return later in the year.