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TAJ MAHAL HOTEL
MUMBAI
A member of ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’, The Taj Mahal Hotel is a landmark of India and Mumbai. The heritage building is a wonderful example of colonial architecture and has played host to the world’s leading dignitaries for over 100 years. Many of the heritage rooms offer great views across the harbour and with the hotel facing the Gateway of India a magnificent monument is on the doorstep. The historical magnitude, style and elegance of this wonderful hotel will make any stay here a great experience. 
TRANQUIL
SULTANS BATTERY
Nestled in the remote rainforest of north Kerala, Tranquil is a superb home-stay and working coffee plantation. Considered one of the most unspoilt Keralan regions this plantation hideaway sits within 400 acres of beautiful estate. The 70 year old building has been wonderfully restored, providing 8 individual rooms each comfortable and well appointed. Trekking and plantation walks are available, or the chance to simply relax on the veranda or by the exquisite pool. Tranquil offers the opportunity to experience Keralan life, staying with a family in a picturesque location.
MALABAR HOUSE
FORT KOCHI
Housed within an old Dutch colonial mansion, this delightfully small hotel combines classic local antiques with vibrant modern design. All 17 rooms are unique, some with personal balconies or shared verandas, yet it is the beauty of the house and surrounding area that make this hotel so appealing. The dining area and a small swimming pool are situated in an inner courtyard overhung with frangipani. The location and atmosphere of Malabar House make it one the most innovative and charming hotels in Kerala.
RICE BARGE CRUISES
KERALA BACKWATERS
This is a unique opportunity to leisurely explore and enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the Kerala backwaters on your own private rice barge. The boats are simply but comfortably furnished and consist of a thatch-covered lounge/dining area one or two double bedrooms with mosquito nets and attached bathrooms with a WC, wash basin and a hand held cold water shower. Bedrooms are air-conditioned and in the evening the boat is lit by solar powered lights and hurricane lamps. Meals are cooked on board and the barge is staffed with a captain and a cook.
LALITHA MAHAL PALACE
MYSORE
This 1930s palace on a hill over Mysore was built by the Maharaja to entertain his guests and commands a superb view across the city. The 54 air-conditioned rooms and suites have maintained the simple elegance of the palace, all being comfortable and spacious. Rooms in the new wing overlook the large swimming pool as well as the landscaped gardens. The refurbished hotels Rajendra Villas Palace Hotel and the Metropole Hotel are two new heritage properties also worthy of note in Mysore.
SURYA SAMUDRA BEACH GARDEN
PULINKUDI NEAR KOVALAM
Situated on a cliff overlooking a vast expanse of beach, the Surya Samudra offers a selection of cottages scattered throughout a palm grove. The cottages have been re-constructed in true Malayali style, each with a veranda and open-air bathroom. Plenty of windows allow the sea breeze and views to flow in. The salt-water swimming pool has literally been dug out of the rock and the restaurant faces straight out over the sea - the perfect place to sit and watch the sun go down.