The Gateway Hotel, Calicut (formerly the Taj Residency) is located in this historically significant spice trading town and sea port of the Malabar Coast. The hotel offers guests a true home from home atmosphere with great facilities and service. It has 70 rooms & 4 suites in which to unwind. While every view is different, the things that matter will are the same clean bathrooms, comfy beds and modern touches that surprise. Visit the Taj Ayurveda Centre for long term restorative programs and rejuvenating treatments. Fresh, local produce, natural ingredients and vivid regional cooking styles make the Gateway a smart choice for any of your meals. The kitchen never closes, so you can eat on your schedule or on a whim.

Moored on a historic stretch of Cochin's famed harbour, the Brunton Boatyard Hotel was resurrected from the remains of a Victorian shipyard. All the sights and sounds of Fort Cochin are just a walk away. You can also swim, overeat, play billiards, get an Ayurvedic massage or just relax completely. The History restaurant offers cuisine that reflects the cultural influences of Cochin - Portuguese, Dutch, English, Arab, Syrian Christian and Jewish. The Terrace grill offers the catch of the day and a host of grilled specialities, all served up with some splendid views over the harbour. There are 26 rooms include 4 deluxe suites.

Malabar House is in the heart of historical Fort Cochin, opposite St. Francis Church and 3 minutes walk to the Chinese fishing nets. The feel is small, cosy & personal, a heaven amidst this vibrant yet historical harbour city. With17 unique rooms and suites. Comprising of the duplex Malabar Suite, five roof garden suites on the first floor and 11 deluxe rooms on the ground floor. The gourmet restaurant Malabar Junction is at the crossroads of tradition & innovation, of South India & the West. Specialising in refined & market fresh food, they are reputed to be one of the finest seafood restaurants in the region.

Step aboard and the native oars men will take you to an amazing world of delights and tranquillity with a blend of nature in its entire traditional splendour pampering all your senses. While your eyes feast on the endless expanse of water, your taste buds won't be ignored either. A cuisine enriched with exotic tropical fruits, vegetables, cereals, fish and chicken garnished with the distinctive aroma of pepper, cardamom, chillies, and cloves. In short, a cuisine that's simply divine, the menu offered is varied and exotic. Each houseboat is of excellent construction and luxurious furnishing, with exquisite flooring, hull and valavara (canopy). Perfect for your overnight mooring and breakfast at sunrise.

Tranquil is a 400 acre private coffee and spices plantation, nestled within the remote and lush rainforest of Wayanad, in the north part of Kerala. If you are looking for a calm and quiet environment of exquisite ecological beauty and unending relaxation this is the resort. With just 8 rooms and 2 luxury tree houses this is a homestay experience like no other. The luxury tree house rests on three trees at a height of 35ft and overlooking a valley facing north with a veranda with a panoramic view of the estate. The Tree Villa standing elegantly on stilts, encompassing two trees at a height of 35ft over the Coffee plantation. Designed to accommodate up to four people, it has verandas on two sides and two bathrooms. Choose from 12 routes, spanning the plantation ranging from the Braveheart to the Teaser walk which are well marked out and sign boarded along the route.

The Travancore Heritage is set in 14 acres of lush green land, atop a 120 ft. cliff, at Chowara, Trivandrum. Being situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea, you can explore the charm of the blue sea and the soft white sands, while staying here. The reception building, is a 120-year-old Palace (the Valiamadom Kottaram) of a regional King of Edapally lineage. There is a guest activity centre on the first floor has a small library, facilities for indoor games like chess and card games, satellite TV and an internet kiosk. There are 2 swimming pools, one with a broad pool deck finished in natural dressed granite with poolside umbrellas and long reclining beds. The second is at the beach grove with a sea view. There is a wide variety of accommodation here from Pool Mansions with their own private pools to modern rooms facing the sea.

Coconut Lagoon is a heritage resort located in an abandoned coconut plantation on the shores of the Vembanad Lake. An ideal getaway, this hotel charms you with its serenity, countryside charm and greenery. The resort is surrounded by backwaters and is accessible only by boat. If you are lucky, you'll arrive at dusk. When the reds, golds and purples colour the sleepy waters and the only sounds are of gently lapping waves, mingled with your own rising breath. The red roofs of Coconut Lagoon emerge from the palm shadows and a sharp turn brings you right into the reception. You can choose from three kinds of accommodation. The Heritage bungalows compact independent cottages, set in lush lawns along the canals. The Heritage Mansions are larger, with an upper story with views of the lake. Beyond, on their own quiet section of lake front, are the Pool Villas. Peace and privacy combine here, with private pools, distinctive interiors and even your own hammock, tied up front.

This six-bedroom bungalow, overlooking the Arabian Sea, will make your sojourn more memorable. The best way to understand and learn about the rich culture of Kerala is homestay and to mingle with locals during your stay. The rooms are all simply furnished in traditional local style with mosquito nets around the rosewood beds and have large en-suite shower rooms. The other highlights of a holiday at Ayesha Manzil include a unique private swimming pool reminiscent of the traditional Kerala temple pools. Take an Ayurveda therapy and free transfers to the unspoilt Muzhipilangad beach accompanied by the houseboy to attend to your needs while you relax.

An exclusive homestay run by a family on a beautiful farm island in the backwaters of Kerala. Staying here is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the real Kerala experience in a fascinating picturesque location. It provides something different, especially for those who prefer small and friendly places. With home cooked food and the personal attention of the hosts. You are welcomed and looked after by the family Anu, Aniamma, Vinod and Philip. Though the family hosts you, your privacy is assured as the waterfront villas are entirely independent and away from the family residence. There are five independent waterfront villas, non a/c, with a refrigerator and kettle in each villa. It is a special place, as it provides something different, especially for those who prefer to escape to the peace and quiet.