Reviews of Fool's Paradise Homestay
Thumpoly Kurisadi Road, 688008 Alleppey, India

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Reviewed: 23 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewSpacious rooms, clean swimming pool and hospitable staff( Shibu and Cini) who go extra mile to help us.
Nothing
Thank you so much. We really enjoyed your visit.
Reviewed: 9 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewShibu and Cini could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The food was lovely especially the mango juice made from mangoes grow. in their own garden. The garden and pool were lovely. Shibu organised an excellent driver for me and a wonderful trip through the backwaters. First class service.
The mattress was very hard though that’s often a matter of personal preferences.
We feel lucky to have you staying with us. We enjoyed your company. Please do visit us on your next trip to this part of the world. Travel safe dear friend ❤️
Reviewed: 13 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewNice
Thank you sir. It was a great privilege to serve your wonderful family 🙏
Reviewed: 27 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe property was truly stunning! The fairy lights added such a magical touch, and the pool was the perfect way to cool off after a warm day of exploring. Everything was perfect, but what made it extra special was how warm and welcoming Shibu and Sini were - always smiling and incredibly helpful, and the food … absaloutely delicious!
Nothing!
We were truly privileged to be of service to you and family. Thank you so much for this awesome message.
Reviewed: 28 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReally good homestay and perfect location if you want to be on the edge of town and a bit quieter. Clean and also really helpful staff. The pool is also nice and relaxing
Nothing, really good place to stay
We really don't know how to thank you sir. We shall look forward to seeing you again. Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Reviewed: 22 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLovely house and lovely people and great food
Spacious really friendly hosts so helpful
We enjoyed your company so much. Thank you for the lovely comments.
Reviewed: 14 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLoved Sini and Shabu, caretakers. They have the best smiles! Love you too, Alan. Peaceful, hassle free. Extremely helpful. Enjoyed Sini's cooking! Family feeling.Thank you. Anne and Marleen
Alleppey!
Thank you. Bon voyage
Reviewed: 8 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewEverything and everyone was lovely
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Thank you very much. We enjoyed your stay with us. Stay safe 🙏
Reviewed: 7 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe swimming pool set in a lovely garden was an absolute bonus and a rare find. The choices for breakfast were rich and varied, choices of cereals, fruits, pancakes and so much more. We were made to feel very much at home by Alan, Suni and Shibu who were wonderful hosts with gorgeous smiles. The location is safe and peaceful. So glad we chose this placement to stay.
Thank you so much. It's a pleasure and a privilege to have guests like you.
Reviewed: 7 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWonderful place to stay, beautiful garden with good swimming pool, very clean. Simi and Shibu were lovely hosts. Very attentive. Gave us some good meals and even sang to us one evening. Alan was also a great host. Went out of his way to take us round the village and introduced us to people, organised a fantastic trip on the backwaters and helped us get on the train when we left. We had a great time and can’t praise it highly enough.
Nothing. All was great.
Thank you so much. We loved your company 😍
Reviewed: 5 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe ambience, the absolute beauty of the garden and building, the incredibly helpful, friendly, supportive and fun team made this week an extraordinarily special one for us. We experienced fabulous excursions and places thanks to the support of the team. Fabulous food too! There are no fools at 'Fool's Paradise '..but it is Paradise!
You both were family to us. Have a safe journey. Thank you for everything ❤️
Reviewed: 23 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel is very close to the beach (there is NO infrastructure at the beach, nothing, just sand). I was able to check in early, which was great. Upstairs terrace was very nice, pleasant place to sit and work. Garden lighting is nice.
Given all the other reviews were so good, I was expecting a lot, but it felt in many ways that I was the first person to ever stay there, there were so many little niggles. There were language issues with the house keepers (who were friendly, but only spoke basic very English), and issues with payment (bring cash!!!). The pool just had a few cheap plastic seats, no deck chairs, no pool towels - foreigners going to a beach hotel want to lie by the pool! There was a hammock with a big hole in - remove, replace or repair please! Breakfast was "do you want chapatis"...well, I don't know, what are the other options!? A menu is needed. The hotel is quite remote, so you have to get a cab or walk a long way to get anything. It would be great if there was some proactive assistance to order food maybe, a drinks fridge would be excellent. The second night there was a group of rowdy guys who played loud music until I went downstairs at midnight to tell them to shut up. Overall, it was frustrating that with (quite a few) little touches, it could be really nice, but as it is, I wouldn't go back.
Please note we are a homestay and not a hotel where you can expect everything you mentioned. However we shall do our best to fix those small niggles. Thank you for your comments.
Reviewed: 20 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe stay was very nice, Sini, Shibu were very welcoming and nice. The two are wonderful, friendly people, we felt like home. The breakfast was very tasty and the best we've had while travelling. We could always say what we need. We had an amazing stay. We will never forget it. Thank you again! And the fool is actually really nice;)
Thank you so much for your lovely words. Gives us encouragement to do our best. Hope to see you on your next visit.
Reviewed: 5 January 2025 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewEverything!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. You were such lovely guests we love to have you again 💖
Reviewed: 5 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewFrom the moment we arrived in Kerala the owners of Fools Paradise took care of everything. Firstly, an airport transfer was waiting for us, making the journey stress free. When we arrived at the property Shibu & Sini greeted us with a warm welcome, chia, coffee, cold drinks & showed us to our air conditioned, en suite room. Just what you need in Kerala! The top notch hospitality continued throughout our week long stay. From breakfast cooking lessons, to family introductions & everything in between, we were made to feel right at home. Shibu & Sini are wonderful. They work hard to make sure every guest is take care of, while keeping the house, garden & pool clean & tidy, and cooking the most amazing Indian food too! A hire scooter arranged in advance by the owner arrived 1/2 an hour after we checked in. Perfect! We love to explore. One day we had a guided tour to a local museum, cafe & heart warming orphanage. The constant stream of guests coming & going shows just how good Fools Paradise is! We met some lovely people throughout our stay. I must also mention the wildlife in the garden, geckos, uppan birds, woodpeckers, hummingbirds. All varieties of butterfly. It’s a real oasis! We were sad to leave but our departure was made seamless with another airport transfer arranged by the owners. Kerala is a fantastic, beautiful part of the world. It’s not glamorous or pretentious. There are gorgeous beaches & lots of good places to eat near the home stay. Keralan food is outstanding & the people are friendly, helpful & inviting. If you are planning a visit we highly recommend staying at Fools Paradise. We will be returning! Thank you 😊 ❤️
No complaints here!
We are extremely grateful for your wonderful review.
Reviewed: 1 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThis place is really a paradise. It is serene, the hosts are super nice, it is next to the beach and has a pool.
There is nothing not to like here.
Thank you so much. We really wish you could stay longer. Maybe next time. ❤️
Reviewed: 22 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe best stay of our entire holiday, they went out of their way to look after us and we felt so safe and part of the family
Nothing it was as described and just a lovely place
Love to have you back some day ❤️
Reviewed: 10 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThank you Jay. We were privileged to have you and kids. Take care friend.
Reviewed: 13 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewOne of the best stays I have ever had, very clean property in a secluded place, peaceful environment. Helping and friendly staff, the welcome drink tea and snacks were all home made and hygienic. Sunny George and Jibin sahu were very friendly and made us feel at home. We were constantly checked upon for any help and guidance, We weren't even charged extra for extending the checkout, the swimming pool was maintained well, and the beach is just a few steps away from thumpoly beach. Very happy and satisfied with the stay.
We are truly honoured to have such classy guests like you. Our doors will be always open to you and your friends. Thank you for choosing Fool's Paradise.
Reviewed: 28 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewIt's a nice remote place close to the beach.we went during summer and can't expect muh a pleasing weather. We took the 3 rooms on the first floor and has a good time. Our pet popaye also enjoyed the stay The beach close to the resort is not at all crowded. It's better to go the beach as a group The main beach is just 2.5 kms from the place
The weather and it's not a problem with the resort :)
Thank you for choosing Fool's Paradise. The pleasure was ours having such lovely family.
Reviewed: 4 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewWe had a really good time at Fool's Paradise. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful so we always felt comfortable and welcome. We got good tips and recommendations from Sunny about where to eat and where to go.
The bathroom is ok but needs a lillte maintenance.