Le Meridien Resort , Cochin

Le Meridien Resort Overview - Cochin Location
Le Meridien Resort is located in Maradu, Cochin, approximately 30 km from the Cochin International Airport. It is a 15 minute drive from Cochin South Railway Station, and a 25 minute drive from the Ernakulum Junction. The city centre is 6 km away, and Fort Cochin is 10 km away.

Nestled amongst 25 acres of coconut groves and backwater rivers, Le Meridien Cochin Resort & Convention Centre sits at the heart of one of India's most naturally beautiful cities. Cochin, considered "the queen's necklace on the Arabian Sea," has a rich maritime history evident in the myriad cultures and flavours found here. Fashionably luxurious in beautiful pristine environs, the 223 rooms and suites offer a perfect gateway for Kerala chief offering-the region's natural splendours.

Rooms
The 223 air-conditioned rooms and suites at Le Meridien Resort are comfortable and spacious, complete with modern amenities. Rooms are divided into the following categories: Deluxe Rooms, Royal Club Rooms, Executive Suites, Honeymoon Suites, Family Suites, and the majestic Presidential Suites. In-room amenities common to all rooms include: satellite television, international direct-dialling telephones, voicemail, tea/coffee maker, mini bar, chargeable high-speed internet access (data port and Wi-Fi), fruit basket, fax machine (on request), free newspaper, cribs (on request), iron/ironing board, refrigerator, hairdryer, in-room movies, turndown service, full-length mirror, umbrella, sprinklers in room, in-room electronic safe, DVD player, CD player/radio, fresh flowers, and an attached bathroom with modern fittings and 24 hour hot & cold running water. Deluxe bath amenities are available, along with bathrobes & slippers. 24-hour room service is also available.

Presidential Suite: An exclusive experience with a king-sized four-poster bed, beautiful scenic views from all rooms, and a private Jacuzzi.
Honeymoon Suite: Mood lighting, traditional Kerala slopping roofs, a Jacuzzi for two overlooking backwaters, and large balconies create a romantic atmosphere.
Executive Suite: Ideal office-cum-homes for the discerning business traveller.
Family Suites: Duplex-styled rooms, these suites invite families to enjoy a holiday in togetherness. The top level has a large master bedroom and the lower level has a convenient king-size sofa-cum-bed and balconies.

M�ridien privileges for Royal Club and Suites include express check-in/checkout, airport transfers, Royal Club Lounge, Happy Hour, and buffet breakfast.

Non-smoking rooms are also available, as well as handicap accessible rooms, and connecting rooms.

Dining
Le Meridien Resort many fine dining opportunities, such as:
Treasure Trove, a beautifully designed restaurant with lavish buffet themes, elaborate a la carte menus offering the best of local and international cuisines, candlelight dining, international live bands, and karaoke.
Lagoon, a fine seafood specialty restaurant with romantic candlelight, choice of seafood, and the magical hands of the chefs, is a gastronomic blend of world cultures.
Jules Bar is a series affair with Teak panelling, wooden floors, a well-stocked bar, connoisseur's wine cellar, and choice of tobacco.
Tandav, named after the avatar of the God Shiva - the dancing Natraja, it is Le Meridien's happening nightspot. The experience is more than clubbing - you have to visit it to discover it.
The resort also has an all-day coffee shop with an excellent ambience.

Conferences and Banquets
Le Meridien Resort and Convention Centre is the ideal venue for meetings, conferences, seminars, weddings, and banquets. With over 12 meeting spaces, from huge pillar-less convention centres to compact board rooms, Le Meridien Resort offers a wide range of banquet and conference facilities, such as: high speed internet access in all meeting/event facilities (charge), audio visual equipment and technicians, video conferencing services, and convention services staff.

Facilities
Le Meridien Resort offers a range of facilities and services to its guests, including a world class spa with a speciality Ayurvedic centre, one of the best in Kerala. The resort also has a state-of-the-art fitness centre and health club, a Yoda Centre with a experienced instructor, as well a large beautifully-designed three-tiered outdoor swimming pool, which has a separate whirlpool, Jacuzzi, and children's pool. The resort offers other outdoor sports facilities such as a putting green, jogging track, water sports, sunset cruises, and fishing. The houseboats can also be booked for day cruises and overnight stays in Kerala's famous backwaters.

Other facilities and services include: an art gallery, 24-hour library, 24-hour business centre, secretarial service, 24-hour travel desk, car rental desk, beauty salon, barber shop, tour/excursion service, luggage storage, handicap accessible facilities, laundry service, babysitting service, multilingual staff, express check-out, currency exchange, parking facilities, 24-hour valet parking service (charge), 24-hour concierge service, express check-in, shoe shine service, medical services, 24-hour front desk, gift shop, florist, and news stand.

Some of the services and facilities above may not be available on a 24-hour basis or without advance request. Fees on certain facilities/services may apply.