Somatheeram Ayurveda ResortvsBrunton Boatyard - CGH Earth
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Brunton Boatyard is preferred by most writers compared to Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort. Brunton Boatyard ranks #1 in Kerala with endorsements from 5 reviews including Frommer's, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort
The Telegraph
Kovalam, South of Kovalam,, South of Kovalam beach, Chowara 695501, India
From $66/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
The Telegraph7.0
"A simple, colourful resort made up of thatched cottages looking out onto the famous Kovalam beach." Full review
Brunton Boatyard - CGH Earth
Fodor's
Frommer's The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Lonely Planet
Independent
Calwati Road, Fort Cochin, Kochi 682001, India
From $79/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Built in a combination of Dutch and Portuguese colonial styles, this elegant hotel is on the site of a former boatyard, facing the harbor's Chinese Fishing Nets." Full review
Frommer's "Situated at the water's edge on the site of a bustling boatyard, this is the best located hotel in Fort Cochin, and the space gives it the edge on Malabar House." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Brunton Boatyard Hotel is a sprawling and sumptuous five-star retreat built on the ashes of a Victorian shipyard in the style of a colonial-era palace." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A waterfront estate built on the site of a Vistorian boatyard, Brunton Boatyard hotel pays homage to historic Fort Cochin, India's oldest European settlement, with its grand colonial-style." Full review
Lonely Planet "Most rooms gaze out over the harbour, and have bathtubs and balconies with refreshing sea breezes. There are three excellent restaurants, complimentary yoga and bicycles, and a waterfront pool" Full review
Independent "You need to visit one of the larger hotels for alcohol. The smartest place to imbibe is Brunton Boatyard Hotel where you can sit in waterside gardens drinking beer or wine."
