Hotel PepperVine Thekkady

Overlooking the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, this relaxed hotel in an airy building is 10 km from Mangala Devi Kannagi Temple and 28 km from Mullaperiyar Dam. Streamlined rooms come with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add separate living rooms. Room service is available. A breakfast buffet is offered. There's also an informal international restaurant. Other amenities include a spa, an outdoor pool and a kids' pool, as well as a lush garden. Activities such as trekking, safaris, plantation tours and boating can be arranged.