HOUSEBOAT CATEGORIES / CLASSIFICATIONS
At Houseboat Mart, we offer mainly three distinct types of houseboats in Alleppey: Deluxe, Premium, and Luxury, each designed to provide a unique Kerala backwater experience.
Ready to see the pricing for each category? Check our detailed Houseboat Rate Card here.
DELUXE HOUSEBOAT
Deluxe class houseboats offer amenities including front living area, bedrooms with decent interior, attached bathrooms and kitchen. Deluxe houseboats offer a budget option to enjoy the backwaters of Alleppey with facilities like well-equipped standard amenities including LCD TV, music systems, fire and water safety equipment. The most booked houseboats in Alleppey are in the deluxe category.
Also Check: Deluxe Houseboat Booking, Deluxe Houseboat Menu
- Fully furnished & attached bedrooms.
- AC operation 9PM to 6AM in bedroom only.
- Spacious front living area with dining.
- Kitchen with 3 staff: Captain, Engine Driver & Chef.
- Authentic Kerala food onboard.
- Fixed Veg/Non-Veg menu: Welcome drink, Lunch, Tea & Snacks, Dinner, Breakfast.
- Special dishes on request (extra cost).
- TV, Music, Fishing etc. available.
- Check-in: 12 Noon | Checkout: 9 AM next day (Alleppey).
- No cruise after 5:30 PM until 8:00 AM (Govt. rule).
PREMIUM HOUSEBOAT
Premium houseboats are a step above deluxe in comfort. The key difference is A/C usage and upgraded food menu. Most have a glass-covered living/dining area with full-time A/C, whereas deluxe limits AC to bedrooms from 9PM to 6AM.
Also Check: Premium Houseboat Booking, ALLEPPEY HOUSEBOAT ITINERARY
- Fully furnished & air-conditioned bedrooms.
- Full-time AC in bedroom & optionally in living/dining.
- Kitchen with 3 staff: Captain, Engine Driver & Chef.
- Special Veg/Non-Veg food menu.
- Extra dishes available on request (chargeable).
- TV, Music, Fishing etc. available.
- Check-in: 12 Noon | Checkout: 9 AM next day (Alleppey).
- No cruise after 5:30 PM until 8:00 AM (Govt. rule).
LUXURY HOUSEBOAT
Luxury houseboats offer elegant interiors, king-size beds, lounge areas, and premium furnishings. Ideal for high-end guests wanting full comfort and scenic cruising with professional staff onboard.
Also Check: Luxury Houseboat Booking, HOUSEBOAT FAQs
- Fully glass-covered, air-conditioned front & upper deck.
- Full-time AC in bedroom and common areas.
- Professional crew: Captain, Engine Driver & Chef.
- South/North/Continental food served.
- Flexible premium Veg/Non-Veg menu options.
- TV, Music, Fishing etc. available.
- Check-in: 12 Noon | Checkout: 9 AM next day (Alleppey).
- No cruise after 5:30 PM until 8:00 AM (Govt. rule).