Thekkady accommodation from AU$85

The humming of bees and insects will be music to the ears of nature lovers who meander through Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. If you want to see this attraction and would like to spend a night or two nearby, look into Shalimar Spice Garden and Club Mahindra Thekkady. At Elephant Junction, the little ones can admire some intriguing animals, and learn about the essential role of wildlife protection. This site's closest hotel options are Niraamaya Cardamom Club and KTDC Periyar House Thekkady.

The Vendanta Wake up - Thekkady is a budget-priced hotel that is a hit with all types of Wotif's travellers. Another economical place to stay here is the Harvest Fresh Farms.

If you find yourself requiring more accommodation options in Thekkady, look into the KTDC Lake Palace Thekkady and the Paradisa Plantation Retreat. They are located 5 kilometres and 25 kilometres away from the city's main streets. Wotif also suggests the Mayapott Bungalow by Spice Tree and the Beaumont Plantation Retreat. The first is 14 kilometres away from the city, while the second is 7 kilometres away.

If you want to go to some nearby cities, try Vandanmedu and Ramakkalmedu. Journey 14 kilometres to the north of Thekkady and you'll discover Vandanmedu. Alternatively, Ramakkalmedu is 25 kilometres to the north. Hotels and apartments in Vandanmedu include the Carmelia Haven Resort and Silver Oak Plantation Bungalow. The Punarjani Ayurvedic Resorts and WindHaven Resort are some of the ones in Ramakkalmedu.

Before you say "see ya later" to Idukki District, ensure you experience some sport. Find Nagambadam Stadium to the west of Thekkady. The Backwater Retreat - Honeymoon House and the Hotel Arcadia are both top options if you want to hit the hay close by.

At Wotif, we live, breathe and sleep travel! So when you're ready to head to Thekkady, we'd be honoured to get you there.