Resorts in Vythiri, Wayanad
Vythiri is the first part of Wayanad you reach from Kozhikode, with tea estates, forest and Pookode Lake close by. We find Vythiri resorts that are free for your dates.
Why stay in Vythiri, Wayanad?
Vythiri is just past the top of the Thamarassery Ghat, so it is the quickest part of Wayanad to reach from Kozhikode and Kochi. Pookode Lake is a few minutes away, and Chembra Peak, Soochipara Falls and Banasura Sagar Dam are under an hour. It has resorts at every budget, from tree houses to luxury pool villas.
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Stays that fit
Private Pool Villa
Luxury and private pool villas on the hills around Vythiri and Lakkidi.
- Private
- Luxury
Plantation Cottage
Tea and coffee estate cottages a short drive off the main road.
- Luxury
- Affordable
- Budget
Vythiri and Lakkidi at a glance
Vythiri and Lakkidi sit on the main road from Kozhikode, at the southern edge of Wayanad. The area is wetter and greener than the rest of the district, with tea and coffee estates, forest and small streams. Lakkidi viewpoint, at the top of the ghat, looks down over the hairpin bends.
What is close by
| Place | Approx. distance from Vythiri |
|---|---|
| Pookode Lake | {{km:pookode-lake}} |
| Chembra Peak trailhead | {{km:chembra-peak}} |
| Soochipara Falls | {{km:soochipara-falls}} |
| Banasura Sagar Dam | {{km:banasura-sagar-dam}} |
| Meenmutty Falls | {{km:meenmutty-falls}} |
Kinds of stay in Vythiri
Vythiri has the widest choice of stay types in Wayanad: tree houses on the forest edge, luxury resorts with pool villas, plantation cottages on working estates and budget homestays near the town. Couples like the tree houses and pool villas; families usually prefer resorts with a pool and food on site.
How we book Vythiri resorts
Tell us your dates, who is travelling and your budget. We check which Vythiri and Lakkidi resorts are free and send you options with photos and rates on WhatsApp, then book the one you pick.
Places to visit
| Place | Distance | Drive | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pookode Lake | 3 km | 10 min | Families, a slow first evening |
| Chembra Peak | 20 km | 45 min | Fit walkers, sunrise views |
| Soochipara Falls | 27 km | 1 hr | Waterfall swims after the monsoon |
| Banasura Sagar Dam | 25 km | 50 min | Speedboats, island views, families |
| Meenmutty Falls | 35 km | 1 hr 15 min | A short jungle walk to a big drop |
Approximate road distances from Vythiri. Ghat roads are slow after rain, so add time in the monsoon.
Questions
How far is Vythiri from Kozhikode?
About 60 to 65 km, roughly two hours by road via the Thamarassery Ghat. Vythiri is a few minutes past the top of the ghat, before Kalpetta.
What is the price of a resort in Vythiri?
Rates depend on the season, the day of the week and the kind of stay, from budget cottages to luxury pool villas. Send us your dates and budget on WhatsApp and we send current rates for resorts that are free.
How do I contact a resort in Vythiri?
You can message us on WhatsApp at +91 90610 79722. We check availability at several Vythiri resorts at once and book the one you choose, so you do not have to call each resort.
Is Vythiri good in the monsoon?
Yes, if you like rain and mist. Vythiri is one of the wettest parts of Wayanad, so the forest is very green from June to September. Roads can be slippery and some treks close.
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