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CASA in Luxury Suites

Palayam | 9.5 km from Aakkulam | 2.4 km drive to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
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Beautiful apartment setup, ideal for families, excellent location near temples and attractions
Beautiful apartment setup, ideal for families, excellent location near temples and attractions
Very Good4.2

Based on 1655 Ratings and 736 reviews

Hospitality4.8

Facilities4.1

Food3.9

Cleanliness4.3

Value For Money4.1

Child Friendliness4

(1655 Ratings)

3,990

2,579

+ 303 taxes & fees

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Gokulam Grand

Aakkulam | 6.8 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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10% off on Two-way Airport Transfer 10% off on Two-way Airport Transfer
Infinity Pool and all day dining restaurant Infinity Pool and all day dining restaurant
Location of the Hotel is Aakkulam View On Map (Chakkai-Kazhakkoottam Bypass ,Near Akkulam Bridge Trivandrum, Aakkulam). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.
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Excellent4.5

Based on 342 Ratings and 142 reviews

Facilities4.7

Food4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Value For Money4.3

Child Friendliness4.5

(342 Ratings)

16,000

12,748

+ 3,128 taxes & fees

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SFS Homebridge Pyramid

Kochuveli | 2.1 km from Aakkulam | 7.1 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Spacious rooms, delicious food variety, close to Lulu Mall and Technopark
Spacious rooms, delicious food variety, close to Lulu Mall and Technopark
This 4 Star Hotel in Thiruvananthapuram is located in Kochuveli. Full Address of property is SFS Pyramid, NH66 Bypass, Near Technopark, Trivandrum - 695583 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym & Restaurant & 24-hour Room Service.
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Excellent4.7

Based on 315 Ratings and 123 reviews

Hospitality5

Facilities4.6

Food4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Value For Money4.7

Child Friendliness4.5

(315 Ratings)

3,750

3,346

+ 375 taxes & fees

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Ambara Suites

Venpalavattom | 4.5 km from Aakkulam | 4.5 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Rooftop bar with live music, easy access to airport, proximity to KIMS Hospital Rooftop bar with live music, easy access to airport, proximity to KIMS Hospital
Location of the Hotel is Venpalavattom View On Map (TC 91,811, Pettah-Anayara Rd,Venpalavattom,Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & Lounge & Bar.
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Very Good4.2

Based on 529 Ratings and 227 reviews

Hospitality4

Facilities4.3

Food3.7

Room4.7

Cleanliness4.4

Value For Money4.3

Child Friendliness3.9

(529 Ratings)

4,100

2,838

+ 306 taxes & fees

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Biverah Hotel and Suites

Kumarapuram | 4.6 km from Aakkulam | 5.4 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Centrally located near hospitals, Free breakfast with options, Spacious and clean rooms
Centrally located near hospitals, Free breakfast with options, Spacious and clean rooms
Very Good4.1

Based on 1125 Ratings and 762 reviews

Hospitality4.2

Facilities4

Food4.2

Room4.2

Cleanliness4.3

Value For Money4.1

Child Friendliness3.8

(1125 Ratings)

3,000

+ 300 taxes & fees

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Hotel Horizon

Thampanoor | 9.5 km from Aakkulam | 2.9 km drive to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
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Conveniently near Trivandrum Central, spacious clean rooms, great local food options
Conveniently near Trivandrum Central, spacious clean rooms, great local food options
Location of the Hotel is Thampanoor View On Map (Manorama Road,Aristo Junction, Trivandrum ,Kerala). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & Bar.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 483 Ratings and 279 reviews

Location4.5

Cleanliness4.2

Room4.2

Food3.9

Hospitality4.4

Value For Money4.1

Facilities4

Security4.1

Child Friendliness3.7

(483 Ratings)

3,500

2,794

+ 333 taxes & fees

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Libra Hotel

Murinjapalam | 4.2 km from Aakkulam | 6.3 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Great location near medical college, clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff
Great location near medical college, clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff
This 4 Star Hotel in Thiruvananthapuram is located in Murinjapalam. Full Address of property is TC16/2619,2620,HOTEL LIBRA,Medical College PO, Trivandrum, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695011 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Restaurant & Lounge & Bar.
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Very Good3.7

Based on 265 Ratings and 130 reviews

Hospitality4.8

Facilities4

Food3.8

Room4.3

Cleanliness4.1

Value For Money4

Child Friendliness3.4

(265 Ratings)

3,200

2,299

+ 274 taxes & fees

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Vivin Luxury SuitesLike a 3

Pattoor | 8.2 km from Aakkulam | 2.6 km drive to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Private Room in a Serviced Apartment

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Exceptional rooftop pool, prime location near temples, friendly and dedicated staff
Exceptional rooftop pool, prime location near temples, friendly and dedicated staff
Location of the Apart-hotel is Pattoor View On Map (94 2860, Palayam - Airport Rd, Pattoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala). Top Facilities of this Apart-hotel are Swimming Pool & Reception & Caretaker.
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Very Good4.1

Based on 425 Ratings and 152 reviews

Location4.2

Cleanliness4.1

Value For Money3.9

Food3.5

Facilities4

Checkin Experience4.3

Information Accuracy4.2

Wifi4.1

Caretaker4.3

Value For Money3.9

(425 Ratings)

3,888

2,997

+ 350 taxes & fees

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Itsy Hotels Ushodaya Royal Residency

Kulathoor | 2.9 km from Aakkulam | 7.8 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Great quality rooms with parking Great quality rooms with parking
This 3 Star Hotel in Thiruvananthapuram is located in Kulathoor. Full Address of property is Behind Infosys, Arasummudu, Kuzhivila, Kulathoor View On Map
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Very Good3.6

Based on 85 Ratings and 39 reviews

Location3.7

Food3.6

Value For Money3.8

Facilities3.8

(85 Ratings)

4,835

1,698

+ 176 taxes & fees

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Treebo Park - 500M From Medical College

Chalakkuzhi | 4.5 km from Aakkulam | 6.8 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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10% off on Food & Beverage services 10% off on Food & Beverage services
Location close to attractions, spacious city view rooms, tasty authentic Malabar cuisine
Location close to attractions, spacious city view rooms, tasty authentic Malabar cuisine
Location of the Hotel is Chalakkuzhi View On Map (CH Centre, Chalakuzhy Rd, Near medical, Chalakkuzhi, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695011). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Butler Services.
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Very Good3.9

Based on 286 Ratings and 122 reviews

Location4

Cleanliness4.2

Food3.5

Value For Money3.9

Facilities3.6

Security3.8

Child Friendliness4

(286 Ratings)

7,323

2,573

+ 267 taxes & fees

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Avoki Resort

Kazhakkoottam | 11.4 km from Aakkulam
Couple Friendly
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Spacious clean rooms, great pool for relaxation, peaceful atmosphere in a prime location
Spacious clean rooms, great pool for relaxation, peaceful atmosphere in a prime location
This 4 Star Resort in Thiruvananthapuram is located in Kazhakkoottam. Full Address of property is Kinfra film and video park, near sainik school po, Kazhakuttom, Thiruvananthapuram, kerala - 695585 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Swimming Pool & Gym & Restaurant.
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Very Good3.9

Based on 252 Ratings and 104 reviews

Facilities4.2

Food3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Value For Money3.8

Child Friendliness3.4

(252 Ratings)

3,500

3,150

+ 315 taxes & fees

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RubyArena - A Luxurious Business Hotel

Murinjapalam | 4.2 km from Aakkulam | 5.9 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Couple Friendly
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Convenient location by Medical College, friendly and prompt staff, rooftop bar with views
Convenient location by Medical College, friendly and prompt staff, rooftop bar with views
Location of the Hotel is Murinjapalam View On Map (Medical College, Kumarapuram Rd, near medical college, Murinjapalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695011). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Gym & Restaurant.
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Very Good3.5

Based on 524 Ratings and 282 reviews

Location4.2

Cleanliness3.9

Room4

Food3.8

Hospitality4

Value For Money3.8

Facilities3.8

Security4.4

Child Friendliness3.5

(524 Ratings)

3,499

3,084

+ 350 taxes & fees

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RACO CYBER RESIDENCY

Poundukadavu | 3.1 km from Aakkulam | 8.1 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Prime location by IT hubs, rooftop pool, exceptional cleanliness and service
Prime location by IT hubs, rooftop pool, exceptional cleanliness and service
This 3 Star Hotel in Thiruvananthapuram is located in Poundukadavu. Full Address of property is TC 99/1792-1,2,3,4, KULATHOOR P O, Kazhakoottam circle, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 278 Ratings and 149 reviews

Location4.5

Cleanliness4.4

Food3.4

Value For Money4.1

Facilities4.1

Child Friendliness4.2

(278 Ratings)

3,900

3,437

+ 390 taxes & fees

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Itsy Hotels Adrak

Murinjapalam | 4.6 km from Aakkulam | 5.5 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Couple Friendly
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10% off on food & beverages 10% off on food & beverages
Breakfast Included
Spacious rooms, ideal for couples, nearby attractions and amenities for a relaxing getaway
Spacious rooms, ideal for couples, nearby attractions and amenities for a relaxing getaway
Location of the Hotel is Murinjapalam View On Map (Medical College Kumarapuram Road, Beside St. Pius X Church, Kolahalamedu). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant.
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Very Good3.8

Based on 139 Ratings and 47 reviews

Location4

Cleanliness3.3

Food3.6

Value For Money3.4

Facilities4.2

Child Friendliness3.6

(139 Ratings)

5,084

1,955

+ 203 taxes & fees

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Super Townhouse MG Road Trivandrum formerly Nandanam Park

Palayam | 7.9 km from Aakkulam | 6 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Professionally Managed OYO Hotel with Trained Staff Professionally Managed OYO Hotel with Trained Staff
This 3 Star Hotel in Thiruvananthapuram is located in Palayam. Full Address of property is TC14/446/447/448/449, Nadanam Park, Nandavanam Road Palayam, Trivandrum View On Map Key amenities of this property are Restaurant.
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Very Good3.5

Based on 121 Ratings and 40 reviews

Location3.8

Cleanliness3.3

Value For Money4.3

Facilities4

Child Friendliness4

(121 Ratings)

5,344

2,742

+ 297 taxes & fees

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HOTEL TRIVA

Chalakkuzhi | 4.2 km from Aakkulam | 6.4 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Great location by medical college, clean rooms with friendly staff, ample parking available
Great location by medical college, clean rooms with friendly staff, ample parking available
Location of the Hotel is Chalakkuzhi View On Map (Medical College, Chalakuzhy Rd, Chalakkuzhi, Thiruvananthapuram).
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Very Good3.6

Based on 271 Ratings and 124 reviews

Location3.9

Cleanliness3.8

Room3.7

Value For Money3.9

Facilities3.7

Hospitality4

Child Friendliness2.5

(271 Ratings)

1,125

898

+ 107 taxes & fees

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PLANET RESIDENCY

Venpalavattom | 3.9 km from Aakkulam | 4.7 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Couple Friendly
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Excellent location by KIMS hospital, close to Lulu Mall, friendly cooperative staff
Excellent location by KIMS hospital, close to Lulu Mall, friendly cooperative staff
Full Address of property is TC91-718-1,Planet Residency,Venpalavattam,Opp Artech future,Trivandrum-Thiruvanthapuram View On Map Key amenities of this property are Free Parking & Power Backup & Kitchenette.
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Very Good4.1

Based on 232 Ratings and 104 reviews

Location4.6

Cleanliness4.1

Room4

Value For Money4.5

Child Friendliness4.5

(232 Ratings)

1,200

1,071

+ 120 taxes & fees

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Ivy Residency

Venpalavattom | 4 km from Aakkulam | 4.8 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Couple Friendly
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Convenient location near Lulu Mall, easy access to KMS Hospital, friendly and helpful staff
Convenient location near Lulu Mall, easy access to KMS Hospital, friendly and helpful staff
Location of the Hotel is Venpalavattom View On Map (Ward 91 ,BUILDING NO770/5.770/6,770/7-Anayara). Top Facilities of this Hotel are 24-hour Room Service.
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Excellent4.3

Based on 124 Ratings and 42 reviews

Location4.7

Cleanliness4.6

Value For Money4.6

Child Friendliness4.5

(124 Ratings)

2,850

2,512

+ 285 taxes & fees

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Hotel Saj Luciya

East Fort | 10.1 km from Aakkulam | 7 minutes walk to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
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Complimentary Hi-Tea Complimentary Hi-Tea
Enjoy free hi tea with snack in pool side and 10% off in FnB Enjoy free hi tea with snack in pool side and 10% off in FnB
Very Good3.8

Based on 1546 Ratings and 827 reviews

Hospitality3.9

Facilities4

Food3.4

Room3.8

Cleanliness3.9

Value For Money3.6

Child Friendliness3.7

(1546 Ratings)

4,050

2,464

+ 303 taxes & fees

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Super Hotel O Anayara Near Lulu Mall formerly Timber Residency

Karikkakam | 4 km from Aakkulam | 4.9 km drive to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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Professionally Managed OYO Hotel with Trained Staff Professionally Managed OYO Hotel with Trained Staff
Location of the Hotel is Karikkakam View On Map (Plot No. 1, NH Bypass Service Road, Venpalavattom Junction, PO, Near Lulu Mall Anayara, Trivandrum). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & Fireplace.
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Very Good3.8

Based on 133 Ratings and 50 reviews

Location3.2

Cleanliness3.5

Food2

Value For Money2.7

Facilities3.1

Child Friendliness1.3

(133 Ratings)

4,994

2,563

+ 278 taxes & fees

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