Set within 2 km of Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and 3.2 km of Alappuzha Railway Station in Alleppey, Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat provides accommodation with seating area. The property has lake and river views, and is 1.1 km from Alleppey Lighthouse. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, the units come with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a terrace. At the guest house, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available. Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and high tea. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach of the property. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat, while fishing can be enjoyed nearby. Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple is 16 km from the accommodation, while St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal is 19 km from the property. Cochin International Airport is 83 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
4 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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2 large double beds
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Alleppey

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ekaterina
    Russia Russia
    Ecohouseboat has a great, convenient location in the city center. The beach is a 10-minute walk away. There is a magnificent green garden. The rooms in the hotel are cozy and very clean. The staff is friendly, welcoming, ready to do everything for...
  • A
    Abhay
    India India
    Johnson uncle helped us a lot. Good advice for food , boating, everything . Lucky we found this place. We will return :)
  • Gambhir
    India India
    I came to Johnson's with three friends, but two left for Varkala the next morning. I stayed because I wanted to truly experience the Alleppey backwaters. The earlier shikara ride felt too crowded and commercial, so Johnson arranged a custom...
  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Mr Johnson was a great host, very helpful and good advice for travelling.
  • Divyanshu
    India India
    Mr Johnson has a beautiful home. The rooms have all the basic amenities. They are spacious and the homestay is located conveniently. It is close to the Alappuzha beach as well as the Mullakal market. It is an extremely family friendly place with a...
  • Anand
    India India
    Very big double room having one double bed and two single beds with a balcony. Calm and quite atmosphere.
  • Alastair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent host, put us in touch with local facilities and wonderful canoe trip and meal in real backwater canal with guide Valentine. We think Johnson availed himself admirably and gave special meaning to our Kerala trip. It’s a no nonsense...
  • Lois
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable bed, hot shower and a good location. Our Host Johnson was so helpful with organising our backwater tour and giving us advice for the area. He even gave us a lift to the beach the next day. Thank you so much
  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Johnson is a cool guy with a cool home and a cool sense of humour. Located a 10 minute walk from the beach in one direction and 10 minute walk from the main shopping area in the other. Johnson also arranged for me a day out on a canoe amongst the...
  • Santhosh
    India India
    Good host .excellent village canoe cruise in remote village where there are no House boats,no shikari, no ferry ,no commercial activitiy of any kind. Only nature no noise except birds.highly recommended.

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Johnson Gilbert

Company review score: 9.5Based on 566 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The owner speaks excellent Englsh. He is a writer as well.

Property information

Our homestay guesthouse, now 24 years of age offers tourists clean, sanitized secure rooms and a hassle free stay perfectly located-between town center and the beach. Food is available on advance orders. Free parking is available on the property as well. And we offer all kinds of backwater tours, from kayaking to half day village canoe tours to overnight all inclusive houseboat tours. Free wifi, super friendly staff, lots of greenery in the yard, etc. are other features enjoyed by our visitors. Look forward to hosting you :)

Neighbourhood information

The guesthouse is located ideally between town centre and beach.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Johnson's eco eatery
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

Facilities of Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Parking garage

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out

Cleaning services

  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Wellness

  • Yoga classes
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 10:30 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:30 to 09:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat

  • Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat is 0.9 miles from the centre of Alleppey. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Quadruple

  • The prices at Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat is from 10:30, and check-out is until 09:30.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Asian
    • À la carte

  • Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Yoga classes
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Beach

  • Johnson's Homestay - Ecohouseboat has 1 restaurant:

    • Johnson's eco eatery