OYO 22482 Fort Malabar is a two star hotel on Srm Road in Kaloor, Ernakulam, 3 km from the centre of Kochi. Rooms have air conditioning, and the hotel lists a bar, free WiFi, free parking and a 24 hour front desk. A lift, luggage storage, laundry and room service round out the practical side. It is a straightforward base for travellers who want a reliable address in the city rather than a resort setting, and its guest score of 4.4 out of 5 from 137 reviews suggests it meets that brief.
What the hotel offers
OYO 22482 Fort Malabar is a two star hotel, and its listed facilities cover the basics a visitor is likely to need. Air conditioning runs through the rooms, and free WiFi keeps you connected. A 24 hour front desk handles arrivals at any hour, while luggage storage, laundry and room service take care of the practical details of a city stay.
The hotel also has a bar, family rooms, a lift and free parking. The bar gives you a place to unwind without leaving the building, and family rooms are useful if you are travelling with children. The lift helps with bags and upper floors, and free parking means you can arrive by car without hunting for a space. The guest score is 4.4 out of 5 from 137 reviews.
Where it sits
The address is 1 Srm Rd Kaloor Ernakulam, in Ernakulam district, Central Kerala. Kochi is the headquarters of Ernakulam district, a municipal corporation, and this hotel is 3 km from the centre of Kochi. Kaloor is an inland part of the city, so the setting is urban and workaday rather than coastal.
Being 3 km from the centre puts the city's commercial and administrative heart within easy reach by vehicle. The location suits anyone who needs to be in Ernakulam for business or errands, and it keeps you on the mainland side of Kochi. The trade off is that this is not a scenic address; it is a functional one.
Who it suits
This hotel suits travellers who want a simple, well equipped base in Kochi without paying for extras they will not use. The combination of air conditioning, free WiFi, free parking, a bar and a 24 hour front desk covers the needs of business visitors, couples and families on a city break. It does not suit anyone looking for a quiet retreat or a property with leisure facilities, because the listing is firmly practical and the setting inland. If you want a resort atmosphere, look elsewhere.
Planning your stay
Before booking, confirm the room type you need, especially if you require a family room, and check that the bar will be open during your dates. Ask about laundry turnaround and whether room service runs at the hours you expect. Since parking is free but limited in city hotels, it is worth reserving a space in advance. Also confirm the check in process with the front desk, which is staffed around the clock.
What the property lists
Where it is
About 3.0 km from the centre of kochi, in Ernakulam district. That is a ride rather than a walk. The listed address is 1 Srm Rd Kaloor Ernakulam.
Questions people ask
Is parking available at OYO 22482 Fort Malabar?
Yes, free parking is one of the listed facilities. It is on site and does not carry a charge. Because city parking can fill up, it is sensible to tell the hotel you are arriving by car so a space can be noted for you.
What is the guest score for this hotel?
The guest score is 4.4 out of 5 from 137 reviews. That is a solid rating for a two star property and suggests guests generally find it meets expectations. No further breakdown of the score is on file.
Does the hotel have a bar?
Yes, a bar is among the listed facilities. It gives guests a place to relax without leaving the property. Opening hours are not stated in the listing, so it is worth asking the front desk about timings during your stay.
How far is the hotel from the centre of Kochi?
OYO 22482 Fort Malabar is 3 km from the centre of Kochi. The address is on Srm Road in Kaloor, Ernakulam, which is inland. The distance is short by vehicle, making the city centre easy to reach for business or errands.
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