South India Culture & Wildlife Tour 19 nts / 20 days

Vythiri Village enjoys amazing views of the Wayanad Hills in Malabar, Kerala. Spread across 20 acres of greenery, this 5-star resort has an ozone-treated outdoor pool and pampering spa treatments. Spacious rooms are equipped with either a fan or air conditioning. A 32-inch flat-screen TV, minibar and personal safe are included. En suite bathrooms come with either a bathtub or shower. Overlooking Chembra Peak and Karanchi Stream, Vythiri Village is 300 m off the National Highway 212, just outside Vythiri Town. It is 4 km from Pookot Lake, 22 km from Banasura Sagar Dam and 26 km from Soochipara Waterfalls. Calicut International Airport is 70 km away. Guests can exercise at the fitness centre, arrange day trips at the tour desk, or use the equipment at the business centre. The resort also provides laundry services and a doctor on-call. The on-site restaurant serves international cuisine. Hotel offers 90 Rooms

The Windflower Resort is located 80 km from Calicut Airport. Featuring a spa and outdoor pool, the resort also has a yoga room. Chargeable wired internet is offered at the business centre. The Windflower Resort and Spa is 80 km from Calicut City. Mysore Railway Station is 150 km away. Spacious suites are fitted with a cable TV, electric kettle and personal safe. A bathrobe and hairdryer are provided. Guests can relax with a massage or with a session in the sauna or steam room. Indoor and outdoor games are provided as recreation options. The resort has a travel desk. South Indian and international dishes are served in the restaurant. Hotel offers 38 Rooms

Vythiri Resort operates a 24-hour front desk to help guests. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Vythiri Resort is 26 km from Banasura Sagar Dam and 45 km from Edakkal Caves. It is 5 km from Vythiri Bus Station, 65 km from Calicut Railway Station and 90 km from Calicut Airport. The fan-cooled rooms come with a desk and wardrobe. The attached bathrooms include shower and free toiletries. Guests can pamper themselves at the massage parlour. Services like luggage storage, safety deposit and laundry are provided. A meeting space and garden are available. Day trips can be organised at the tour desk. The on-site restaurant, Thinna serves Indian, Continental and local cuisines.

The Serai is built amidst a large open space overlooking the Nilgiris Mountain. It houses a spa, gym and an outdoor pool. A restaurant is also available. Situated 3 km from Bandipur National Park, the property is 80 km from Mysore Railway Station. Featuring wooden flooring, a personal safe and a wardrobe, each contemporary air-conditioned room offers mountain views and a private bathroom with hot/cold showers and a hairdryer. Tea/coffee making facilities and a minibar are included. Serai’s restaurant serves Indian, Chinese and European food. In-room dining is possible. Hotel offers 24 Rooms

The Windflower Resort & Spa in Bandipur is located within Bandipur National Park, this 5-star nature resort offers an outdoor pool, pampering spa treatments and an outdoor barbecue lounge. Fitted with air conditioning, suites all come with a sofa, personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities. En suite bathrooms are equipped with a shower and free toiletries. The Windflower Resort & Spa is 60 km from Ooty City Centre and 140 km from Mysore Railway Station. It is 170 km from Coimbatore and 220 km from Bangalore. At the tour desk, guests can arrange day trips to a tribal village or the nature reserve. The resort also provides a business centre, laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. The open-air restaurant serves Indian and Continental dishes. Hotel offers 25 Rooms

The Gem Park Ooty overlooks the Nilgiri Mountains and Dodabetta Peak. Nestled within green valleys, it provides an indoor pool, a fitness centre and pampering spa treatments.Enjoying views of the gardens or valley, the fan-cooled rooms are equipped with a TV, personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Newspapers are delivered to the room every morning. En suite bathrooms come with a bathtub and shower. Gem Park Ooty is less than 1 km from Stephens Church, 2 km from downtown Ooty and 3 km from the Rose Garden. It is 20 km from Pykara Lake and 25 km from Dolphin Nose. Coimbatore Airport is 100 km away. Jade Garden is a Chinese speciality restaurant. Toda Café serves regional and Western dishes, as well as a daily breakfast. Hotel Offers 95 Rooms

Taj Savoy Hotel spreads over 6 acres of landscaped gardens in Ooty. This quiet English-style retreat exudes old world charm, yet provides facilities like a spa and a 24-hour gym. Housed in charming cottages, all guest rooms are fitted with heating or a fireplace. A satellite TV, minibar and personal safe are included. Bathrooms come with a shower or a bathtub. Taj Savoy Hotel is 2 km from Ooty Railway Station, and 3 km from Botanical Garden and Ooty Lake. It is 350 km from Bangalore and 105 km from Coimbatore Airport. On-site activities include table tennis, badminton, basketball and billiards. The hotel also provides car rentals and a tour desk. Laundry services are available. International dishes are served at the Dining Room, which also offers live piano music on certain evenings. Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes can be sampled at The Lounge. Canterbury Bar offers wine and cocktails

Fortune Resort Sullivan Court features massage services and sauna facilities. Billiards and table tennis facilities are available. Guests can work out at its gym. Fortune Sullivan Court overlooks Nilgiri Hills and is 4 km from Boat House. Just 2 km away is The Botanical Garden while Coimbatore Airport is 100 km from the hotel. Fortune Resort’s homely rooms feature wooden furnishings and printed fabrics. Each comes equipped with a tea/coffee maker and DVD player. En suite bathrooms feature toiletries and a hairdryer. Safety deposit boxes are provided. Guests can visit the well-equipped business centre or tour desk available in the hotel. Currency exchange services are also provided. Guests enjoy free parking privileges. International cuisine is served at The Pavillion while Selbourne is a place to unwind over cocktails and drinks. For alternative dining options, 24-hour room service is available

Located just 4 km from the Mysore Bus Station and the historical Mysore Palace, Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel provides the benefits and facilities of an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and billiards. Free WiFi access is available in hotel rooms. The traditionally decorated air- conditioned rooms have cable TV and safety deposit box. They feature a minibar and electric kettle. The attached bathrooms come with free toiletries, a hairdryer and a bath tub or shower. Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel is located just 2 km from the famous Mysore Zoo and 5 km from the scenic Chamundi Hill. It is located 8 km from the Mysore Railway Station and 15 km from the Mysore Airport. Featuring a shared lounge/TV area, the property offers valet parking, luggage storage and currency exchange facilities. The guests can enjoy garden area. The ironing service, dry cleaning and laundry facilities can be requested at a surcharge. The Sapphire Restaurant serves Indian, Chinese and continental dishes. The guests can enjoy refreshing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bar. Hotel offers 54 Rooms

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Mysore is located in Mysore. It is 2 km from the Mysore Palace. Free WiFi access is available. Air-conditioned rooms here will provide you with a satellite TV, a seating area and a minibar. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a bath or shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Some rooms have mountain view. At Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Mysore you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered include tour desk and luggage storage. The hotel is 1.5 km from St. Philomena’s Church and 8 km from Chamundi Hills. The Mysore Bus Station is 3 km, the Mysore Railway Station is 4 km and the Mysore Airport is 8 km away. Hotel offers 111 Rooms

Royal Orchid Metropole offers modern amenities in a heritage building. It boasts an outdoor pool and fitness centre. Free parking is available. Hotel Offers 30 Rooms. The well-known Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is 13 km from Mysore Royal Orchid Metropole. It is 18 km from the historic town of Srirangapattana. Spacious rooms at Metropole feature wooden four-poster beds and private balconies with views of tropical greenery. Rooms have dining and seating areas. They are fitted with satellite TV, a DVD player and safe. Metropole Royal Orchid has a well-equipped business centre and a tour desk that helps with travel arrangements. Staff at the 24-hour reception can provide childcare and concierge services. Shikari serves a range of barbecued dishes and local specialities, accompanied by views of the hotel’s tropical gardens. Room service is available

Regaalis Mysore features an outdoor pool, fitness facilities and elegant rooms with 26-inch flat-screen TVs. It boasts 4 dining options and 24-hour room service. Hotel Offers 105 Rooms. Hotel Regaalis Mysore is within 500 metres from the historic Somnathpur Keshava Temple and the railway station. It provides free parking and is 2 km from Mysore Palace. Offering spacious layouts, air-conditioned rooms feature wooden flooring and neutral shades. In-room comforts include a tea/coffee maker and private bathroom with a hairdryer. For leisure, guests can relax in the spa bath or have active workouts at the gym. Free daily newspapers and laundry facilities are available. Soothing spa treatments can help relax body and mind. Dining highlights include poolside dining with hearty curries at Charcoals while La Gardenia offers internal favourites. The Pastry Shop and Lobby Bar are ideal for light bites.

The Pride Hotel, Bangalore offers well-furnished modern rooms with Wi-Fi access. Featuring a fitness centre and free parking, it has a Mediterranean restaurant and a 24-hour cafe. The Pride Banglore’s air-conditioned rooms feature modern furnishings in neutral colours. They are equipped with a TV, safe and hairdryer. Free tea/coffee making amenities and a fruit basket are provided. The Pride Hotel offers business and currency exchange services. Travel is made easy with the tour desk available. Childcare and laundry services are provided. All-day dining and buffet spreads with international dishes are available at Café Treat. Resto Bar offers a fine dining experience with its Mediterranean specialities. The Pride Hotel, Bangalore is 3 km from Bangalore Central. The hotel is located 40 Km from Bengaluru International Airport. Hotel offers 100 Rooms

The Lalit Ashok offers elegant non-smoking/smoking accommodation that overlooks the swimming pool or golf course. This property boasts 4 dining options and a variety of fitness facilities. Fitted with large windows, stylish rooms come with modern interiors and classic wooden flooring. Each well-appointed room has a flat-screen TV, cosy seating area and an attached bathroom. Indulge in Ayurvedic body treatments at Rejuve Spa, play a game of tennis, or simply relax in the sauna. Airport shuttle and ticketing arrangements can be made at the tour desk. Baluchi offers fine dining options, serving traditional Indian dishes, while Asian and Japanese food are served at OKO. Guests can also visit the stylish Sutra lounge bar or 24/7, a multi-cuisine restaurant. Ashok Lalit is a 10-minute drive from Bangalore City Railway Station and a 40-minute drive from Bangalore International Airport. Hotel offers 184 Rooms

The Leela Palace Bangalore features décor reflecting the grandeur of the bygone era and boasts of facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and wellness centre and 4 dining options. Free private parking is provided. Rooms at Leela Palace Bangalore are elegantly designed and feature an LCD TV with DVD player, minibar and tea/coffee maker. 24-hour room service is available. The Leela Palace's spa offers wide selection of treatments and massages. The spa also features a fitness centre, sauna, steam room and hot tub. Guests can head to Citrus, an all day dining restaurant, to relish Asian, Mediterranean, European and Indian cuisine or to Jamvar, a fine dining restaurant, to enjoy Indian delicacies. Japanese, Chinese, Korean and Thai cuisines are offered at the Pan Asia speciality restaurant while French and Italian dishes can be relished at Le Cirque Signature. Wide array of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages can be enjoyed at Library Bar. Hotel offers 357 Rooms

The Oberoi Bangalore, a 5-star property on the prestigious Mahatma Gandhi Road. Pampering spa treatments, an outdoor pool and a gym are provided. Personal butlers and room service are available 24 hours. Luxurious and elegant, all the air-conditioned guestrooms enjoy beautiful garden views. A flat-screen TV, minibar and personal safe are included. En suite bathrooms come with hot-water showers and Ayurvedic toiletries. The Oberoi Bangalore is within 2 km from M.G. Road, Brigade Road and Commercial Street. It is a 30-minute drive from Cantonment Railway Station and a 1-hour, 30-minute drive from Bangalore Airport. The well-equipped business centre and helpful concierge desk are open 24 hours. A beauty salon and babysitting services are also available. Daily newspapers and luggage storage are available at the 24-hour front desk. Le Jardin offers daily buffet meals, Rin Naam serves authentic Thai food, while Chinese cuisine can be enjoyed at Szechwan Court. Brewed coffee and tea, as well as cocktails, are available at Polo Club.

The Park Bangalore Hotel is located off M G Road, the exciting business and shopping area of the Garden City. This boutique hotel offers a 24-hour restaurant, a spa, and a pool. Stylish air-conditioned rooms feature modern furnishings and a private bathroom facilities. Each is equipped with a cable TV, DVD player and minibar. A personal safe is also included. The Park, Bangalore is just 500 metres from the city centre, Cubbon Park and Garuda Mall. It is 6 km from Bangalore Palace and Forum Shopping Complex. Hotel Offers 109 Rooms. Guests can work out at the well-equipped fitness centre, or enjoy massages and spa treatments at the Wellness Centre. Souvenirs can be bought at The Box gift shop. The 24-hour Monsoon Restaurant serves a selection of Indian and international dishes, while Italia serves award-winning Italian dishes. Drinks can be enjoyed at I-BAR or the pool-side Aqua Lounge.

Spread over 20 acres of landscaped gardens, this city retreat is located in central Bangalore next to Bangalore Golf Club. The luxurious Taj West End presents an outdoor pool, 24-hour butler services and tennis courts. Hotel Offers 117 Rooms. Designed with warm-coloured fabrics and textures, open and bright rooms overlook the beautiful gardens and water features. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, minibar and private balcony or veranda. Taj West End is just across the road from Bangalore Turf Club and about 2.2 km from the city centre. It is 34 km from Bangalore Domestic and International Airports. Guests can exercise at the fitness centre, or arrange day trips and car rentals at the tour desk. The 24-hour front desk provides helpful services like daily newspapers and luggage storage. Mynt restaurant offers international all-day dining, while Blue Ginger impresses with modern Asian cuisine. Blue Bar provides a relaxed country club atmosphere to enjoy drinks in.

The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resorts & Spa is a 5-star property in Kumarakom, directly on the shores of the scenic Vembanadu Lake. Pampering spa treatments, a large outdoor lagoon pool with bamboo rafting facility and a fitness centre are available. Spacious and well-designed, all rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a personal safe. Villas include a private pool. En suite bathrooms all have a bathtub. The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resorts & Spa is 5 km from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, 20 km from Kottayam Railway Station and 45 km from Alleppey Railway Station. Cochin International Airport is 90 km away. Lime Tree Restaurant serves international dishes, while Laguna Bass offers seafood meals for dinner. Habanos cigars and international spirits can be enjoyed at Marquees Lounge. Hotel offers 72 Rooms

Sitting by the picturesque Vembanad Lake, the charming Vivanta by Taj Kumarakom is housed in a colonial bungalow built in the late 1800s. This garden retreat in Kerala features an outdoor pool, a spa and a lake-side 24-hour coffee shop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Surrounding the scenic lagoon or pool, the well-designed rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Some rooms have a separate lounge area. En suite bathrooms come with a bathtub. Mediterranean and North Indian cuisines are served at Baker's Gourmet House, while seafood dishes and snacks are offered at Open Coffee House. Premium wine can be enjoyed at Easy Bar. Free bicycle rentals are available for guests. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk, or check their e-mail at the business centre. Hotel offers 28 Rooms

Kumarakom Lake Resort offers a wide variety of outdoor and water activities. It features several swimming pools, an Ayurvedic spa, and 3 dining options. Surrounded by large gardens and swimming pools, the rooms feature wooden ceilings and Asian-style furnishings. Each air-conditioned room has cable TV, a safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. Water sports at the resort include water skiing and banana boat or speedboat rides. Staff can arrange sunset cruises, village walks, and visits to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The resort has a 24-hour reception and a business centre. Local, Chinese, and continental dishes are served at Ettukettu restaurant. Set on the banks of quiet backwaters, Vembanad Seafood Bar offers fresh seafood and sunset views. Guests can enjoy a cup of tea in a garden setting at Thattukada Tea Shop. Hotel offers 59 Rooms

Coconut Lagoon is a heritage lakeside backwater resort on water, a 10-minute boat ride from Kavanatinkara boat landing. Facing Vembanad Lake, it features an outdoor pool and an ayurveda centre. Its villas come with private pools. Coconut Lagoon is a 25-minute boat ride from Puthenangadi boat landing, and an additional 45 km away from Cochin. Bungalows and villas are fitted with a minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities. A telephone is provided. Ironing facilities and safety deposit boxes are also available. The resort’s tour desk assists in visits to Kavanar Bird Sanctuary, traditional Kathakali performances and sunset cruises. A games room, TV room and children’s playground are available. Car rental and currency exchange services are offered in the resort. Breezes and Barbecues features outdoor dining serving a buffet spread of Kerala cuisine. Guests can enjoy speciality fish at Fort Cochin restaurant. Hotel offers 52 Rooms

The Backwater Ripples is a landmark in the expansive Vembanadu Backwater Lake Shore in Kumarakom .Ensconced in a meticulously landscaped seven-acre property, the resort has intricately carved stone pillars and tiled gabled roof structures exuding the ambience of a bygone era. Created by a team of architects, designers and consultants, Backwater Ripples is a world-class facility with unique lakefront features and contemporary interiors. The resort has 34 cottages and executive rooms in a range of layouts including cottages with a spectacular view of the Vembanadu lake. Spacious open air bathrooms are seamlessly connected to large bed rooms

Shalimar Spice Garden is situated amidst the cool mountains of Thekkady. Surrounded by green spice plantations, it houses an outdoor pool and 2 dining options. Located at the edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve, the property is 4 km from Kumily Town and about 4.6 km from the KSRTC Bus Depot. Offering a blend of European and Indian décor, Shalimar’s rooms and cottages feature a terrace with garden views. Tea/coffee making facilities and a minibar are included. Private bathrooms come with shower facilities and a hairdryer. Featuring local antique wooden furniture, Falling Leaves serves a variety of Indian and European dishes. In-room dining is possible. The Red Lounge features drinks in a relaxing environment lit and warmed by a crackling fireplace. Guests can go for an Ayurvedic massage, or head to the library for a quiet read. Hotel offers 18 Rooms

Spice Village offers thatched-roof cottages with a minibar. The property houses an outdoor pool, tennis court and skilled Ayurvedic doctors. The rustic cottages come with a private verandah which overlooks fruit trees and herb beds. All cottages have a park bench and private bathroom. Spice Village is 1.4 km from KSRTC Bus Depot. It is 108 km from Kottayam Railway Station and 190 km from Cochin Airport. Free parking is available. Guests can play billiards at Woodhouse Bar. The resort also provides a tour desk, laundry services and airport shuttles at an extra charge. The restaurant serves Kerala cuisine, heavily flavoured by local spices. The chef can also prepare traditional tribal curries and Western dishes. Hotel offers 52 Rooms

The Elephant Court is spread over 4 acres of landscaped hills. Just 250 metres from Ambadi Junction, it has an outdoor pool, pampering spa treatments and a gym. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Enjoying views of the garden, the well-designed rooms feature teak furnishings, a cable TV and a personal safe. Some units have a sofa or a hot tub. En suite bathrooms all come with a bathtub, hairdryer and free toiletries. The Elephant Court is 110 km from Kottayam Bus Station and Railway Station. Cochin Airport is 185 km away. Guests can enjoy traditional Ayurvedic treatments at Ayur Hasthi Spa, spend quiet moments at the Yoga/ Meditation Area, or enjoy views of the Wild Life Sanctuary from the rooftop. A tour desk and souvenir shop are also available. The on-site restaurant and coffee shop serves local Kerela cuisine, as well as other regional delights from India.

Thekkady, picturesquely located in Kerala's highlands and home to the renowned Periyar Tiger Reserve, with its unspoilt tropical forests and its incredible wealth of animal and plant life, is a naturalist's paradise. Situated a few miles outside the wildlife reserve is the Cardamom County, perched on a small hill with good views. Set in beautifully landscaped gardens against green-clad mountains, each of the simple yet stylish apartment-style cottages offers a well presented choice in modern living. Hotel have three categories among 44 rooms, -: PERIYAR COTTAGE rooms face the Periyar Tiger Reserve. COUNTY COTTAGE rooms view our all-natural spice gardens. SUITE ROOMS provide the widest range of views from both bedroom and living room. All of which are outfitted to prepare you for the next day—whether that will be an active day trekking in the Periyar Reserve, a relaxing day at Ayura, or a culture-spanning day negotiating a spice purchase.

Offering a spa and wellness centre, Munnar Tea Country Resort is located in Munnar. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. The accommodation will provide you with a satellite TV, a seating area and a balcony. Complete with an electric kettle, the dining area also has a dining table. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. At Munnar Tea Country Resort you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a games room and a ticket service. The property offers free parking. The Sengulam Dam is 5 km, the Munnar Tea Museum is 12 km and the Mattupetty Dam is 18 km. The Munnar Bus Station is 12 km and the Aluva Railway Station is 90 km. The Cochin International Airport is 100 km. Panorama serves Indian, Chinese and continental delights. Resort offers 33 Rooms

The Tall Trees Hotel provides well-appointed cottages and a spa. It is an excellent choice for enjoying the outdoors with activities like trekking. Cottages at the stunning property are surrounded by greenery. They have private balconies, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the fresh air. They feature private bathroom facilities, a tea/coffee maker and a seating area. Hill Spice Restaurant serves international dishes. Meals can be enjoyed in the guests’ rooms. Hotel Tall Trees provides hiking excursions, table tennis and a games room for guests’ entertainment. There is also a terrace where guests can relax. The Tall Trees Hotel is 20 km from Echo Point, while Cochin International Airport is a 4-hour drive away. Hotel offers 19 Rooms/Cottage  

The Killians Hotel is located in Cochin, just 50 m away from the Chinese Fishing Nets. WiFi access is available in the public areas of the property. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a cable TV and a seating area. There is also a refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. At The Killians Hotel you will find a fitness centre. Other facilities offered at the property include tour desk and luggage storage. The hotel is 500 m from the St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. The Ernakulam Railway Station and the Ernakulam Bus Station are 12 km and the Cochin International Airport is 45 km. Lily Grace serves a variety of Indian, Chinese and continental delights. Hotel offers 22 Rooms

Crowne Plaza Kochi offers elegant and modern rooms with views of the backwaters and city. Located on the NH 47 Bypass, it features 4 food and beverage options. Crowne Plaza Kochi is 2.5 km from Marine Drive and 7 km from Ernakulam Railway Junction. Fort Kochin is 12 km and Bolghatty Island is 15 km from the hotel. Cochin International Airport is 23 km away. The property is 7 km from Kakkanad Info Park and 1.5 km from Lake Shore Hospital. The Vyttila Mobility Hub Bus Station is 5 km. All rooms are equipped with an ergonomic work area, flat-screen satellite TV, iPod dock and minibar. They also include tea/coffee making facilities and a safe. Private bathroom comes with a bathtub, shower and bathrobes. Recreation facilities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and extensive spa treatments. Guests can enjoy a work-out at the 24-hour fitness centre or approach the 24-hour reception for assistance. Mosaic Restaurant features a breakfast buffet and specialises in traditional Kerala, pan-Asian and international cuisines. Trilogi serves cuisines from Travancore, Kochi and Malabar with an interactive show kitchen. An open air Sky Grill serves grills, barbeques and refreshing beverages. Local tea and coffee, light snacks are served at the Aroma Lounge & Deli. Wine and beer can be enjoyed at the ConneXionS' Bar. Hotel offers 269 Rooms

Le Méridien Kochi’s offers well-appointed guestrooms. Guests can lounge by the spacious outdoor swimming pool with a drink in hand. Conveniently located a 20-minute drive to Kochi South Railway Station, the hotel is also a 90-minute drive to Cochin International Airport. Abad Nucleus Shopping Mall is just 5 km away. The Lake Shore Hospital is 1.5 km. Furnished with wooden flooring, elegant rooms are fitted with air-conditioning, a seating area, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. En suite bathrooms include hot/cold shower facilities and free toiletries. Unwind at the spa and sauna or enjoy a good workout at the fitness centre, while a 24-hour front desk can assist with 24-hour room service and travel arrangements. For convenience, Airport shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Guests can choose between Le Méridien’s 2 restaurants which will serve a range of seafood, Indian and continental dishes. The hotel also houses a bar and a library lounge. Hotel offers 150 Rooms

Vivanta by Taj Malabar presents a first-rate spa, a landscaped pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Overlooking Cochin Harbour, its contemporary rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen TV and DVD player. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Featuring classic interiors, well-furnished rooms offer stylish touches like wood-beamed ceilings and fine wood fittings. They come with a tea/coffee maker, bathrobes and slippers. Just 1 km from the city centre, Vivanta by Taj Malabar is 15 km from Cochin’s shopping district and Ernakulam Town. It provides free parking and is 45 km from Cochin International Airport. Relaxing body scrubs and Indian massages can be enjoyed at Jiva Spa. The hotel also houses a beauty salon, games room and a business centre. Offering hearty Italian dishes and healthy meals, The Pepper provides all day dining with views of the garden. The Rice Boat serves seafood specialities while Dolphin’s Point features outdoor barbecues. Hotel offers 96 Rooms