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... and they do leave you alone after so many "no's". There are also lots of art gallery's nearby which are interesting to look at. We used the pool facilities and relaxed on the veranda, where the staff were always on hand to offer us refreshments etc.. We were able to read our books in peace...
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I booked here for my husband and I after returning from a stressful summer holiday. We managed to go for a week during Eid, and I am so happy we made this decision. From the moment we stepped through the gates, we were welcomed by Smita and the staff. They were all friendly and a nice refreshing drink was offered. As the occupancy was quiet at the time, they surprisingly upgraded our room, and it was amazing!
The whole house was very traditional, well worth the name Le Colonial. In fact my husband half expected a Michael Caine, think Zulu, to walk down the stairs! The decor and furniture is in keeping with this feel which adds to the warmth.
The food was exceptional, nothing was too much for the kitchen staff and chef. I felt like a princess being looked after in this little hidden away gem. The location is perfect for walking around and seeing the fishing nets, also the local markets. The shops are enchanting and you are of course harassed by the many rickshaw drivers once you step out of the gates, but this is standard across visiting India, and other Asian countries. It does add to the experience, and they do leave you alone after so many "no's". There are also lots of art gallery's nearby which are interesting to look at.
We used the pool facilities and relaxed on the veranda, where the staff were always on hand to offer us refreshments etc.. We were able to read our books in peace and quiet or just chat to other guests, which was an inviting experience in itself.
The room price includes breakfast and or lunch/dinner, which is extremely reasonable. and the breakfast was so scrumptious, always starting with a plate of fruit and then anything thereafter.
We stayed for 5 days with an overnight stay on a boat trip down the backwaters, and we both cannot wait to go back and stay again. It was truly the relaxing, friendly environment we needed given the hectic summer schedule we had. Not only did the hotel live up to the recommendation but the staff were every bit caring and attentive to our needs.
Thank you Le Colonial!
The whole house was very traditional, well worth the name Le Colonial. In fact my husband half expected a Michael Caine, think Zulu, to walk down the stairs! The decor and furniture is in keeping with this feel which adds to the warmth.
The food was exceptional, nothing was too much for the kitchen staff and chef. I felt like a princess being looked after in this little hidden away gem. The location is perfect for walking around and seeing the fishing nets, also the local markets. The shops are enchanting and you are of course harassed by the many rickshaw drivers once you step out of the gates, but this is standard across visiting India, and other Asian countries. It does add to the experience, and they do leave you alone after so many "no's". There are also lots of art gallery's nearby which are interesting to look at.
We used the pool facilities and relaxed on the veranda, where the staff were always on hand to offer us refreshments etc.. We were able to read our books in peace and quiet or just chat to other guests, which was an inviting experience in itself.
The room price includes breakfast and or lunch/dinner, which is extremely reasonable. and the breakfast was so scrumptious, always starting with a plate of fruit and then anything thereafter.
We stayed for 5 days with an overnight stay on a boat trip down the backwaters, and we both cannot wait to go back and stay again. It was truly the relaxing, friendly environment we needed given the hectic summer schedule we had. Not only did the hotel live up to the recommendation but the staff were every bit caring and attentive to our needs.
Thank you Le Colonial!
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Responded 18 Oct 2017
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your incredibly positive feedback about the Le Colonial heritage hotel in Kochi.
It is extremely rewarding to read about your visit to the 16th century mansion in Fort Kochi, Kerala and we are pleased to learn that you had an enjoyable stay at the property.
We are pleased to receive your appreciation about the location, the rooms, the furniture, and the décor. We have shared your kind words with our Chairman as he heads the restoration work.
It is great to know that you were able to enjoy the services and other facilities offered.
Your appreciation about the staff is very heartening as these are all local persons who also share the pride of the restored property. We have conveyed your gracious words to Miss Smita Daruwala.
We are happy that you enjoyed the spread and the Chef is delighted to receive your appreciation.
We thank you for your visit and hope that as you continue to discover real India with Neemrana, you'll certainly find more to tell us about !
Warm Regards,
Team Neemrana
feedback@neemranahotels.com
Thank you for your incredibly positive feedback about the Le Colonial heritage hotel in Kochi.
It is extremely rewarding to read about your visit to the 16th century mansion in Fort Kochi, Kerala and we are pleased to learn that you had an enjoyable stay at the property.
We are pleased to receive your appreciation about the location, the rooms, the furniture, and the décor. We have shared your kind words with our Chairman as he heads the restoration work.
It is great to know that you were able to enjoy the services and other facilities offered.
Your appreciation about the staff is very heartening as these are all local persons who also share the pride of the restored property. We have conveyed your gracious words to Miss Smita Daruwala.
We are happy that you enjoyed the spread and the Chef is delighted to receive your appreciation.
We thank you for your visit and hope that as you continue to discover real India with Neemrana, you'll certainly find more to tell us about !
Warm Regards,
Team Neemrana
feedback@neemranahotels.com
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It's been a year since my two night stay at Le Colonial, but it is still fresh in my mind. This historical home converted to a very excellent guest house was where we spent the final two nights of our travels in India, and it could not have been more perfect. The welcome was personal and engaging. We were invited to relax in the beautifully furnished main room which retains the feeling of history while being fresh and elegant. We were asked our preferences for dinner that evening and found we happened to be the only guests during out stay, so all our meals were essentially customized to our tastes. We were not disappointed! We opted for local dishes and everything was very fresh, beautifully prepared and presented. Delicious! We had reserved the Viceroy Room, a very spacious and comfortable second-floor room with a private exterior porch overlooking the walled garden of exotic plants and pool, the perfect place to relax with a cup of tea. The walls were hung with period lithographs, the room had several comfortable chairs, and the expansive marble bathroom with separate shower and tub was exquisite. Dating from the 16th century, we had a definite sense of history combined with a very comfortable level of accommodation and personal, friendly and informative service from the manager and staff. I am remembering this stay with great fondness and hope to return again one day.
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A seriously gorgeous hotel. Well worth the stay. Excellent staff and wonderful food. A truly historical house beautifully restored to the highest standards. A living room with lovely touches that makes a visitor feel at home. A pool that feels a million miles from the hustle of the streets outside. What a wonderful way to take a break from the hassles of your usual week.
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We spent three lovely nights at Le Colonial. The decor is wonderful, with polished wood floors and antique furniture. The photos do not do it justice.
The staff were delightful: extremely helpful and genuinely friendly. We enjoyed the breakfasts on the patio, and the pool was a welcome break from the Kerala heat.
We visited in September, and found the off-season rates to be incredibly good value.
We would heartily recommend Le Colonial, and would definitely stay there if we were visiting Kochi again.
Charlie and Jana
The staff were delightful: extremely helpful and genuinely friendly. We enjoyed the breakfasts on the patio, and the pool was a welcome break from the Kerala heat.
We visited in September, and found the off-season rates to be incredibly good value.
We would heartily recommend Le Colonial, and would definitely stay there if we were visiting Kochi again.
Charlie and Jana
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Responded 25 Oct 2013
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your warm and appreciative review about the Le Colonial heritage hotel in Fort Kochi.
We are pleased to learn that you thoroughly enjoyed the ambience of the property.
Your appreciation about the warm hospitality has been conveyed to the team.
We thank you for your visit and look forward to welcoming you back soon !
Warm Regards,
Team Neemrana
friendofneemrana@neemranahotels.com
Thank you for your warm and appreciative review about the Le Colonial heritage hotel in Fort Kochi.
We are pleased to learn that you thoroughly enjoyed the ambience of the property.
Your appreciation about the warm hospitality has been conveyed to the team.
We thank you for your visit and look forward to welcoming you back soon !
Warm Regards,
Team Neemrana
friendofneemrana@neemranahotels.com
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This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
An absolute gem of a place. Historical and beautiful, with spacious rooms and perfect decor. Rooms open up to gracious large verandahs. The grounds are minimal, but there is a lovely pool, which is great as it was very hot.
We cannot say enough about the staff. Super friendly, and lovely with the children. The food was superb and service perfect.
This is a lovely place to stay, and I highly recommend it for all travellers.
We cannot say enough about the staff. Super friendly, and lovely with the children. The food was superb and service perfect.
This is a lovely place to stay, and I highly recommend it for all travellers.
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Room Tip: As it is a small exclusive boutique hotel all rooms are lovely.
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Responded 7 Jan 2014
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your valuable review about the Le Colonial heritage hotel in Fort Kochi.
We are pleased to learn that you had a comfortable stay at the property and were able to relax and rejuvenate in the pool.
Your appreciation about the thoughtful service and the food has been conveyed to the service team as well as the Chef.
We hope that as you continue to travel with Neemrana, you’ll find more to tell us about !
Warm Regards,
Team Neemrana
friendofneemrana@neemranahotels.com
Thank you for your valuable review about the Le Colonial heritage hotel in Fort Kochi.
We are pleased to learn that you had a comfortable stay at the property and were able to relax and rejuvenate in the pool.
Your appreciation about the thoughtful service and the food has been conveyed to the service team as well as the Chef.
We hope that as you continue to travel with Neemrana, you’ll find more to tell us about !
Warm Regards,
Team Neemrana
friendofneemrana@neemranahotels.com
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This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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