Ballard Bungalow

Ballard bungalow is a charming property located very close to places like princess street, burgher street, etc. So a lot of the attractions around are just a walk away. The rooms are very spacious with huge beds which give you all the space you need. We took the a/c deluxe rooms which also had a lovely balcony area with comfortable seating to enjoy the evening breeze. There is not much staff on the property so do prepare to have to adjust a bit if things are busy. We had to ask for some amenities like toilet paper, mosquito repellent, towels, etc. But those were promptly provided so no complaints there. We booked 3 rooms out of which one had an ac that wasn't working properly but the owner provided a portable fan for us to sleep fairly comfortably at night. The owner/manager is super helpful and will try and accommodate any requests you have. The kitchen on the premises had delicious smells wafting up to our room. We hope to try whatever was cooking on our next visit!

Our time at Fort Kochi was made sweeter with out stay in Ballard Bungalow, a dutch style Homestay comprises of 6-7 rooms. A nice place to stay with spacious rooms, both ac and non ac rooms are available and it is very close to the boat jetty where both passenger ferry and the one which can carry vehicles are available for commutation. There is no 24/7 kitchen except for some homely food for the breakfast being served but there are lot of food joints Around the place to enjoy variety of dishes. The caretaker was so courteous and he was able to guide us to spend our days usefully in Fort Kochi, Ernakulam, Komarakkom (houseboat trip) etc. A peaceful home stay near the Fort Kochi Beach, not crowded and easy access to boat ferries made it a positive stay for us.

Its just bang opposite Aspinwall house which suited us just fine as we had come to Fort Kochi to visit Biennale. The room is very spacious. And so is the bathroom. Rooms are on first floor and ground floor. There is a lovely mango tree in the courtyard and a beautiful wall mural which I really liked. They do serve tea/coffee and can. Order lunch/dinner from nearby restaurants if one wants. Breakfast is decent enough. There is no room service as this is really more of a guest house. You should bring your own toiletries though they provide towels, shampoo and soap sachet and kettle with coffee sachets in the room. Markose, the main. Manager is a very nice guy and very helpful. When has Around one is at ease.

One of the best stays with had, old traditional setup which was once a monastery bung-law covert-ed to home stay, you have the caretaker cum owner marcos who is ever ready to ensure that all your needs are taken care of at all times, our rooms were. Very well maintained bathrooms clean, bed linens were neat and clean. Girlee chechi (sister) made us taste the most tasty traditional kerala delicacies with home made taste. Freshly prepared and served with love, marcos had a foreign trip he ensure we had babu. And kathie who made sure we were at ease. We loved the stay. Ample parking and location is very close to the fort kochi beach and the epicenter of fort kochi, with some great food joints around

The location is very near the ferry and walking distance from the Chinese nets, the market and a host of eateries. The person managing the Ballard Bungalow Markos is a very nice person who will go out of the way to accommodate your requests. The other staff too is really nice. The room was clean and very large with period furniture. The Ballard Bungalow only serves breakfast and Markos will try to accommodate your every breakfast request. They will arrange for backwater cruise and help you in all your transportation. Over all, I had a very pleasant stay

A value for money Ballard Bungalow. Do not look very impressive from outside. But the rooms and toilets are very clean. Crisp white linen. They don't have a restaurant. But, for breakfast they serve excellent local food. The three AC deluxe rooms do not have a balcony, but they have a common area which is just right for family get togethers. The three suit rooms are just like the other rooms, but they have balconies and easy chairs. Location is right in the heart of fort cochin. Lot of good restaurants nearby(from fancy to down to earth)

The location of the Ballard Bungalow is very apt. All the major tourist attractions like the MG beach, chinese fishing nets are in walking distance from the Ballard Bungalow. The Ballard Bungalow was actually a 200 year old fort converted to Ballard Bungalow. The rooms are very well maintained and the bathroom is huge with a bathtub. Each room has a balcony where you can chill at night. The guys maintaining the Ballard Bungalow are good to talk with, they helped us with our planning. Will visit the place again.

We had a comfortable one night stay at the Ballard Bungalow. The Ballard Bungalow is located centrally in Fort Kochi. An old Dutch bungalow converted into a heritage Ballard Bungalow. Not much in terms of service but more than makes up for it by reason of location and the constant endeavour of the manager to help you in every possible way. He helped us with a number of pointers for the rest of our Kerala stay. The Ballard Bungalow doesn't have dining facilities but there are a number of good eateries near by.

When we reached, we were told that our desired room was not available, as we had booked just 6 hours before we reached. However, Marcos was very helpful & courteous and arranged an alternate room quickly. The room was large and bed big & comfortable. For breakfast he arranged for idlis which we wanted. A lot of personal touch. Good place with good peple

This is an old bungalow converted into Ballard Bungalow so you get to see very beautiful antique furniture. Very well maintained and cleanliness is up to the mark. Breakfast was great in quality as well as quantity. Location cannot be better as it is surrounded by good restaurants and spice market is near by. Excellent service and suggestions Were provided by Marcos. Absolutely value for money place. Thanks a lot for making it a pleasant stay.

Spacious Rooms with old style wooden floor and ceiling. They are clean and bed was very comfortable. Other items available were TV, cupboard, side table, two chairs and small table. No coffee maker or water. Bathroom is also spacious. Location is good, with good restaurants and cafe's nearby within 10 mins walk. Santa Cruz Church is also very close by

Excellent location just opposite to Aspinwall house. Old heritage building well maintained. They served good breakfast. Very friendly people. I will refer this place to my friends too. Will definitely come back.

I had to catch flight early morning. So I told Ballard Bungalow reception that I want tea at 430 am and this was told on the previous night. However they were able to give me tea by 5 am only and that too on pursuing with them twice. They need to do some really good with the services. Lot of mosquitoes were there in this room. Need to do something

The location of the Ballard Bungalow is great. The rooms are spacious and well maintained. The only problem we faced was the hot water in bathroom. As it was raining and they had solar water heaters, there was an issue. Still they arranged buckets of hot water for us and after some time the water heater also worked.

Nice location, good hospitality.

They should have been prepared for that. Staff too is a bit rude. The rooms are very beautiful. So a good review I give. Spacious rooms, amazing furniture and overall luxurious living. There is a mango tree outside.

Amazing stay, service, breakfast.

Excellent service, very helpful, a good place to stay when in Kochi

I cannot tell you because the Ballard Bungalow was fully booked and I could not get a room.

The Ballard Bungalow is an original Dutch building right in the middle of Fort Cochin. It was clean and I got good advice from the staff about trips. Internet broadband did not work in the room as offered.