Ashtamudi means, 'eight-armed', after the eight arms of the lake The Ashtamudi Lake is the gateway to the backwaters. Located in Kollam district, Ashtamudi is famed for its panoramic and its magnificent landscape views. There are coconut groves and palm trees all along the banks of the lake and the uniformity is broken by the quiet town of Kollam.. The resort is nestled and surrounded by its natural beauty. The rooms are equipped with all modern amenities and from every room you have a beautiful view over the garden and the lake.