CLASSIC HOME STAYS

The heart and soul of Kerala is far removed from the much frequented tourist destinations.

HOTELINE offers the discerning traveller, a choice of home stays where one can sample local fare, customs, cultural activities and the leisurely pace of the life in pastoral Kerala. In short, an opportunity to become one of the " locals". Set in picturesque surroundings on the coast, the midlands and tea and rubber estate, these homes offer an intresting holiday, with traditional home - cooked food, which is as varied and diverse as the peoples and cultures of this state.

THARAVAD - PALGHAT
	Location : Kannadi village near Palakad town. Access : By road enroute from Cochin / Thrissur to Calicut. By rail : Palakad station Airport : Nearest airport - Cochin International airport. Host : Mrs. & Mr. Bagwaldas. Rooms : 2 Non A/C bath attached rooms. Cuisine : Kerala style cuisine both non vegetarian and vegetarian. Guest may carry
their own Beer and other Alcohol and this can also be arranged for on prior request.

NALUKETTU - ANAKKARA "VADAKKATH"

Location : Anakkara village near Kuttipuram, Palakkad district. Access : By road enroute from Cochin / Thrissur to Calicut or vice versa. By rail : Kuttipuram station Airport : Nearest airport - Calicut & Cochin International airport. Host : Mrs. G. Susheela. Rooms : 2 Non A/C bath attached rooms & 2 with a common bathroom. Cuisine : Only vegetarian Kerala style cuisine. Guests may carry their own Beer, but other Alcohol is not welcome.

KANAM ESTATE HOUSE - PAYIKAD
	Location : Kanam village near Kottayam town Access : By road enroute from Cochin / Alleppey / Kumarakom to Periyar Wildlife Reserve. By rail : Kottayam station Airport : Nearest airport - Cochin International airport. Host : Mrs. Eliayamma George & Mr. Unni. Rooms : 2 Non A/C rooms with detached bathrooms.
Cuisine : Kerala style Syrian Christian cuisine & Continental. Guest may carry their own Beer and other Alcohol is not welcome.

AYESHA MANZIL

Location :North Malabar Coastline. Access : By road enroute from Calicut / Coorg / Mysore. By rail : Tellichery station Airport : Nearest airport - Calicut & Cochin International airport. Host : Mr. C. P. Moosa & his wife Faiza. Rooms : 5 A/C rooms furnished with antiques. Cuisine : North Malabar - Traditional Muslim specialities with emphasis being on the fresh seafood. Guests may carry their own Beer or can be arranged on request.

PHILIPKUTTY'S FARM - KUMARAKOM
	Location : Vechoor village near Cherthala town. Access : By road enroute from Cochin / Alleppey to Kumarakom. By rail : Cherthala & Cochin Airport : Cochin International airport. Host : Mr. Vinod & his wife Anu. Rooms : 1 private, waterfront cottage. Cuisine : Kerala style Syrian Christian cuisine. Guests may carry their own Beer but other alcohol is not welcome.

COCHIN
Fort Cochin is a reminder of a golden era in trade and culture. Medieval churches, magnificent ruins and Chinese fishing nets dot this ancient town. Cochin's famous Antiques and Spices market are also located here.

THE BRUNTON BOAT YARD Located near the Fort Cochin boat jetty commands fantastic views of the Arabian sea. This is a period hotel built to the Dutch and Portuguese architectural principles of early 16th and 17th century. All the rooms overlook the confluence of the backwaters with the Arabian sea and are furnished with beautiful period furniture. There is a good swimming pool and seafood restaurant on location.

THE MALABAR HOUSE RESIDENCY A 300yr old Heritage home which has been beautifully remodelled into a small luxury hotel. Facing the Parade Ground and across to the St. Francis Portuguese Church, the hotel is a 5 minute walk from the Chinese fishing nets on the beach. Centrally air-conditioned, all twelve rooms have been furnished with select antique furniture and have all the modern facilities. Has a swimming pool and two speciality restaurants.

FORT HERITAGE Set amidst historic splendour, this is a 17th century, " Heritage" Hotel with ten luxurious rooms. Beautifully restored, retaining every feature of the original structure, it is a short stroll away from the Fort Cochin beach dotted with the gossamer silhouettes of the Chinese Fishing nets.

STERLING, SWAMI MALAI India's unique heritage hotel is a beautiful home built around late 1800's. The house radiates harmony and South Indian lifestyle accurately. The house has the magical property to rejuvenate by its sheer simplicity and tranquillity. One gets automatically transported to "The Period 1896".