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Tea Bungalow vs Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Taj Malabar Resort & Spa Cochin is the choice of most professionals compared to Tea Bungalow. Taj Malabar Resort & Spa Cochin has a TripExpert Score of 90 with praise from 5 publications including Frommer's, The Telegraph and Jetsetter.
Tea Bungalow
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
1/1901, Kunumpuram, Fort Kochi, Kochi 682001, India
From $72 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's
"Still in its infancy (opened in early 2009), this guesthouse-sized hotel occupies a restored bungalow built in 1912."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This mustard-coloured colonial building was built in 1912 as headquarters of a UK spice trading company before being taken over by Brooke Bond tea."
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Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Fodor's
Willingdon Island, Kochi 682009, India
From $58 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"It's certainly an elegant property, but feels increasingly geared towards business travelers.... superb water's edge location, though, rooms are a real drawback."
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Travel + Leisure
"Taj's latest brand, Vivanta (unveiled in 2010) stands for laid-back luxury, as reflected by this South Indian retreat, perched comfortably on Lake Kochi."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"Vivanta by Taj is a luxurious seaside property that offers comfortable stays, quiet reminders of colonial era ambience and four excellent restaurants."
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Jetsetter
"Luxe Art Deco–style hotel on Willingdon Island with four restaurants, an infinity pool and stunning views of Cochin Harbor."
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Fodor's
"Isolated at the tip of Willingdon Island, this grand hotel offers a heritage sensibility and style, and absolute luxury, including simply excellent dining experiences"
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