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Ameya

Backwaters, India
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Topical gardens with lush lawns surround Ameya, an intimate property in Kerala’s backwaters.

Stay lakeside in one of four simple yet charming cottages, lounge by the attractive pool, or sip coffee on your private terrace, the sound of birds chirping overhead.

A team of friendly staff will ensure your every need is met, both at the property and on guided excursions around Alleppey and the backwaters. Take a tuk- tuk to discover local villages, cruise around the lake by canoe, and indulge in the off- grid, slower-paced lifestyle. A stay here actively supports the local community and you’ll be welcomed into the fold.

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What we love

    • An intimate property in the tranquil backwaters of Kerala
    • Start the day on your spacious veranda, surrounded by the nature of the backwaters
    • Just four cottages and suites, each unique and private
    • The pool boasts views across the backwaters, immersed in lush vegetation
    • The owners, Istvan and Veronique, are friendly and warm
    • Cosy up in the library with a great selection of books

Families are welcome at Ameya but it’s not designed with families in mind. The property has a peaceful atmosphere so it may be better for older children who are happy to keep themselves occupied.

Families are welcome at Ameya but it’s not designed with families in mind. The property has a peaceful atmosphere so it may be better for older children who are happy to keep themselves occupied.

Ameya is 100% off-grid and runs completely on solar power. All the staff are from the local community and ingredients served in the restaurant are grown in the hotel’s organic garden or sourced from local families and villages.

Ameya is located in the backwaters of Kerala, immersed in tranquil forest. It’s a 45-minute drive from Alleppey and 1.5 hours from the nearest airport in Cochin.

What our travellers say

We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.
Roy Wood (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.
Alie C (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor
I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace
Daisy Stanton (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!
Andrew S (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor
Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North East India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.
Martin Thomas (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference
Sandra Nicholson  (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.
Jayant Banerji (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.
Phil Blair ( February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
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