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Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Property grounds
Garden Deluxe | Memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Porch
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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Beach Road, Next to INS Dronacharya, Fort Kochi, Kochi, Kerala, 682001
  • Fort Kochi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Chinese Fishing Nets
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mattancherry Palace
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cochin (COK-Cochin Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Villa, 1 Double Bed, Poolside | Memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 1 Double Bed, Poolside

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden view | View from room

Garden view

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden Deluxe | Memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Garden Deluxe

  • Park view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Room | Memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Grand Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | Memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kochi

Located in Fort Kochi, Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel is adjacent to Fort Kochi Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Pierce Leslie Bungalow. This 15-room, 4-star hotel has a full-service spa along with an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Fort Kochi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Francis Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chinese Fishing Nets - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mattancherry Palace - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Spice Market - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Valarpadam Station - 15 min drive
  • Lissie Metro Station - 32 min drive
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Canvas Restaurant Pizzeria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Loafer's Corner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Junction - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Asian Kitchen by Tokyo Bay - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪French Toast Fort - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests staying at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 1800 per vehicle one way, as well as an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a library.
Guests can expect to find 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spa Deha has 1 treatment room. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bristows Bistro
  • Lighthouse Lounge
  • Vinocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1929
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 8 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2500.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5000.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 3000.00 (from 6 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 6000.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 3000.00 (from 6 to 11 years old)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1800 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2500.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a security system and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Fort Kochi, just steps from Fort Kochi Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of St. Francis Church and Pierce Leslie Bungalow. You'll also find Chinese Fishing Nets and SNC Maritime Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is there a spa at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

Spa Deha is the hotel's spa and services include beach massages, reflexology, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a beachfront restaurant.

Does Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel has 3 restaurants, and serves free breakfast each morning.

Will Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel.

Does Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

The closest major airport to Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel is Cochin International Airport (COK), which is 27.1 mi away (89 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea or park views.

Does Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel.

Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 76 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice food, beautiful rooms and location (Right by the shore, you can see Dolphins out in the sea in the morning) and the staff are great too! If you are staying in Cochin, stay here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

RAJA, Ottawa, Canada.

Liked: Staff & service
This rustic hotel is situated in a great location in Fort Kochi. Most of the hotel staff were friendly and helpful. Although the complimentary breakfast did not have a wide variety of selection, it is adequate and satisfying. The only negative points would be that the à la carte meal portions are quite meagre for dinner, given that you are paying for regular local prices for it. Also, the rooms and bathrooms have a noticeably pungent stench to them. It was hard to communicate with some staff members who do not speak much English. The wifi is unreliable because of the local weather which causes intermittent to extended internet disconnection. The hotel assisted us in organizing a backwater tour which we thoroughly enjoyed. The hotel also arranged for a driver to take us to Munnar. Despite the few shortcomings, I would still recommend this hotel overall - it is worth it for the price and value considering the convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

dolphins , london

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice lobby and restaurant with good views over the sea but the rest of the hotel is shabby and in need of maintenance. the garden is badly maintained and sruffy so we didn't use it. there are broken tiles in the swimming pool. the swimming pool area is dirty and needs maintenance- i only used it on the first day because of this
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

2/10 Terrible

Dr. Ashraf

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The worst ever hotels I have ever stayed

Perhaps this is the worst hotel ever I have been occupied Now mirror or dress change facilities No coat hanger No hot water No courtesy to provide it unless informing change the tap direction towards left not even knowing that there is not even a single drop of water in this direction Simply cheating by announcing and advertising WiFi is available it is not available inside the room when complained had a funny answer WiFi is available in the promises of the hotel The receptionist does not know what is an inter com Brocken toilet in room number 8 Very poor guests service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

2/10 Terrible

Abhishek, Hyderabad

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pathetic!

Rooms have not been cleaned in a while. If you'll stay for more than 1 night you'll die of Malaria, Dengue or Chikungunya. Rated as 4 Star hotel. Expedia should be ashamed of collaborating with such establishments and duping their customers. This is a third grade cheap lodge masquerading as a 4 star hotel. Oh my god! Terrible experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

2/10 Terrible

Abhishek, Nori

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Please don't go!

Except for the proximity to the beach. This hotel has nothing to offer. The maintenance of the property is so bad. Fixtures in the bathrooms are loose. Bathrooms are dirty! Rooms have not been cleaned in a while. You will die with Dengue, Malaria or Chikungunya if you stay long. This is not a hotel. It is a road side shady lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A restful break

We had the "Sir Robert" suite with a marvellous view over the harbour entrance, doubt if we'd have enjoyed the place as much if we had a room without a balcony. The food is a bit uninspiring, suggest you dine out - plenty of good places within safe walking distance.

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location, lovely sea views from restaurant

Good location, lovely views of the sea, service good, rooms clean. Only negative is the pool should have been cleaned of leaves etc more regularly and the jacuzzi also needed cleaning.

10/10 Excellent

Colin, Cornwall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An Island of calm..

I was looking for a hotel for a longer stay in order to recover from a long and tiring year. The Old Lighthouse Bristow is a piece of history and the opportunity to stay in a former British residence. It is clean, tidy and was exactly what I was looking for. I do like food! Breakfast had a small buffet selection together with a selection of freshly cooked hot options, such as omelettes and the chefs daily choice of Indian breakfast. Dinner is fine dining of a high standard and there is a wide selection of dishes which are excellent - as is the wine!. All the staff were polite and courteous. Most days started at the pool side after breakfast and then it was a five minute Tuktuk drive into Vasco de Gamma square or an excursion determined by the Tuktuk driver! There are Tuktuks outside the Hotel and the drivers are all friendly and will take you exactly where you want to go if you insist, but really prefer to give you a tour - go with the flow, it will cost you a few hundred Rupees or a few dollars are quite acceptable.

6/10 Okay

Anthony & Ayla, Byron Bay NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Caution recommended

Our stay at the Bristo Lighthouse was for 3 nights at the end of a months travelling Sri Lanka and India celebrating my wife's 60th birthday. It was to be a treat. Staff were lovely. We were advised upon arrival that the superior room we had booked had a water problem and we were being put in another room for our first night and be given a complimentary dinner. I had been advised by email some 2 months earlier that there was a problem with the room I had booked and that we would be given another room for the first night with a complimentary dinner. It so happened that this was another problem and we had 2 complimentary dinners. The first room was ok. The 'superior ' room was lovely except that it was on the end of the building above the kitchen. The kitchen extractor fan 'hummmmed' and 'rumbled' until midnight and was then replaced with the cleaners crashing pots and pans and talking aloud till 2 or 3 in the morning. The general outlook over the harbour was not very inspiring as one viewed over the broken glass on top a concrete wall and then across a littered gap to a final raised concrete walkway before the sea. To see the sea you walk out the room into a glassed in hallway with coffee style table and chairs to sit and look out or use your computer. Not what we expected . The staff couldn't of been more helpful and attentive and were lovely. For the money paid we thought it fell short.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel in Fort Kochin!

The Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel is an absolutely stunning historic hotel in Fort Kochin. It is in a superb location within walking distance of the Chinese fishing nets and many local restaurants and beer halls. It is also just a short tuktuk ride away from many tourist destinations. The hotel is beautiful and you are greeted with fresh juice upon your arrival. The rooms exit out to overlook the ocean, which is beautiful for the evening sunsets.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Average

Staff were very helpful and friendly however wifi was pretty bad, no hot water.safe didn't work. Most of our in room amenities were broken but we didn't make a fuss as we spend most of our day outside.

10/10 Excellent

Glenn, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice place to relax at the end of a tour.

After 3 weeks touring SW India on a motorcycle this was a great place to unwind for a few days. The staff were all very helpful, the restaurant overlooked the sea, where something was always happening, and the room was very comfortable.

8/10 Good

Hesham, Kanpur

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent Stay

Stayed at the hotel with my wife and child. The Hotel was under repairs. The restaurants were being renovated and the spa was not function. The Hotel made every effort to make our stay comfortable. They gave a free upgrade. The view and the location was excellent. They also arranged spa treatments from another location nearby. The pick up and drop off was already arranged. The food is decent a wee bit over priced as compared to others around them. There breakfast service was very slow. Apart from that the stay was good. The staff are just lovely and very very respectful and helpfull.

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

sck, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel in very good location

This is very good heritage property and charming. The staff is very caring and helpful, though the provision of services for a small hotel like this can be improved.

10/10 Excellent

glendulum, London, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel

We had an excellent time at the Old Lighthouse. Great rooms, good food, lovely pool, great views overlooking the sea, goo staff with a better command of English than elsewhere we had stayed in Kerala, close to the main sites at Fort Kochi with local tuk tuk drivers waiting nearby ready to give you an excellent tour of the area (seriously good). Only minor downside was their Wifi was not great.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Franz, Austria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most friendly staff

We stayed only a couple of days, but had the feeling as leaving our friends. The hotel is perfectly situated to visit Fort Kochin on one hand and to enjoy quiteness and a beach view on the other. The (indian) food is exeptional and our room was spacious and nice. If we should ever get close to Kochin, we will visit the Old Lighthouse again for sure.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

close to all must see sights

thought my stay was relaxing and beautiful. The spa was great.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Plesant stay

Good hotel , enthusiastic staff , specially Anthony at the restaurant . The pool could have done with a little lesser chlorine ( my perspective ) .

8/10 Good

Saurabh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

overall good

the location of the hotel is superb just right on the beach. Food is excellent and service is very good. The only disappointment was the air condition was not working and even the pool was not ,maintained. On a hot and humid day you would deifinitely need these 2. so guys pls go when the climate is pleasant.