Fort Kochi stay.With a stay at this Fort Kochi B&B, you'll be steps from Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. The Delta Study and Santa Cruz Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).
There's a restaurant on site. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at XL Homestay.
This Kochi bed & breakfast is smoke free.
1 building
5 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Childcare (surcharge)
Terrace on the roof
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Tour and ticket information
Library
No smoking on site
Dining venue
XL Homestay offers 5 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. This Kochi bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Limited onsite parking
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: INR 250 for adults and INR 250 for children
A restaurant
Things to do
Library
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Food and drink
Limited room service
More
Ceiling fan
Desk
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 750.00 per day.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately INR 250 for adults and INR 250 for children
Airport shuttle fee: INR 1300 per vehicle (one-way)
Rollaway bed fee: INR 750.00 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.
We should mention
Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is XL Homestay to the airport?
XL Homestay is 22.9 mi (83-min drive) away from the Cochin International Airport (COK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does XL Homestay have an airport shuttle?
XL Homestay offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of INR 1300 per vehicle, one-way.
How close is XL Homestay to the beach?
This bed & breakfast is a short 9-minute walk from Fort Kochi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does XL Homestay offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at XL Homestay, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of INR 250 for adults and INR 250 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Is there a casino at XL Homestay?
No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.
What time is check-in at XL Homestay?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.
Is there free parking at XL Homestay?
Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.
Does XL Homestay have a pool?
XL Homestay does not have a pool.
Does XL Homestay have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does XL Homestay have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.
How close is XL Homestay to downtown Kochi?
XL Homestay is 3 mi away from Kochi.
XL Homestay Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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This spotlessly clean guesthouse is a haven from the heat and dust of Cochin. I' had traveled in the north and arrived by overnight train quite exhausted and was so heppy to find this cool, quiet, comfortable place. The owner, Judy, is helpful and friendly. She will leave you alone if that is what you want, but I enjoyed our morning chats and learned a lot from her. Breakfast is excellent--cooked to order. Based on my stay I decided to return to Fort Cochin and XL after several more weeks of travel and fly back to the north from Cochin.
Martha
6/10 Okay
Khatija
Feb 19, 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel close to the beach
overall a pleasant experience apart from one occasion when there was no running water available in the morning. This was due to hotel staff forgetting to turn on the valve the night before. The problem was resolved within about 45 mins.
It's a very convenient spot for travellers to Cochin. The fort is a good vantage point: quick stroll to the beach, the Chinese fishing nets and plenty of good eateries. Julie was a good host, helping us with alacrity where requested but keeping appropriate distance when judicious. the ferry across the water makes transport even simpler. The beach is fairly narrow with lots of rubbish washed up but the promenade is a pleasant walk.
I had an excellent host who was happy to help me out with anything and the driver who does transfers for the himestay is lovely and very helpful. Lovely people- would stay again :)
We had such an amazing time in Fort Cochi. Judy and her son were a fantastic hosts! Sheldon was even kind to wake up at 4am to drive us to the airport. The place is very clean and spacious. The shower pressure wasn't great but the bucket and water way did the trick - there was plenty of hot water. Judy is so warm and welcoming, we were quickly made to feel at home. It's a great location and so handy, everything was within walking distance. We'd planned to stay there for a week and ended up coming back for more. Thanks Judy!
The room was clean and tidy, all facilities worked well, breakfast was great and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I would be happy to stay again.