Le Meridien Hotel, Le Meridien Hotel in Kerala, Kerala Hotels

Le Meridien Cochin has been regarded as one of Cochin's most exclusive addresses since its grand launch in April 2001. This prestigious landmark houses 5 floors of luxurious accommodation for international business and leisure travelers. The 151 spacious rooms and suites, most with breathtaking views over the manicured gardens and the backwaters, are outfitted to meet guest's modern needs yet still retain the elegance and warmth of Cochin's heritage.

Facilities

An ideal venue for meetings, conferences and seminars is the state-of-the-art International Convention Centre at Le Meridian Cochin.Nine Spacious halls with a total of 52000sq. ft. of air conditioned area can accommodate 500-4000 people. Set alongside the backwaters with an impressive riverside lawn, they provide for the largest convention and banqueting facilities in Southern India.An open air Amphitheatre with 1,50,000 sq. ft. of terraced lawns overlooking the backwaters also makes it a prime choice for leisure and cultural programmes.
The wooden floored guest rooms have a contemporary design and are equipped with:

Electronic safe
Voice mail
Modem access
Direct dial telephone with two lines
Minibar
Interactive Television
Hairdryer Individually controlled air conditioning
Tea and coffee making facility (only for Deluxe and Royal Club)
Television channels available include BBC World News, CNN, CNBC as well as German, French and Italian language channels.
The hotel provides a choice of smoking and non-smoking rooms.
Check in: After 14:00. Early check-in is available on request only and subject to availability.
Check out: Before 12:00. Late check-out is available on request only and subject to availability.

Business Facilities:Le Meridien Cochin holds one of the most envied locations in Cochin as it bridges the airport with the commercial heart of the city. As the preferred choice for the discerning business traveler, the hotel offers an excellent range of guest facilities and services tailored to make business travel that much easier.
In room facilities much appreciated by business travelers include voice mail, modem access,direct dial telephone with two lines,personal self serve bar, hairdryer,ctv,individualy
controlled air conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities. Television channels available include BBC World News, CNN, CNBC as well as German, French and Italian language channels.
Business Centre : The fully equipped Business Centre, which is the largest in the city, is open 24 hours and has 2 rooms ideal for meetings of up to 6 persons. The Business Centre also has 3 workstations with internet connectivity. Extensive secretarial services are available from 9am to 7pm
Royal Club : The Royal Club floors provide top executives with the comfort and services required to do business in the hotel. The Royal Club Lounge and its adjoining meeting rooms that accommodates 8 persons provides space for the business traveler to meet clients in an atmosphere of luxury and privacy.
CONFERENCE AND BANQUETING
The International Convention Center spans over 52,000 square feet of air-conditioned space with an additional 8000 square feet of riverside lawns. It includes a comprehensive group of facilities that can be combined or divided in a wide array of configurations. From the magnificent Oman Hall that seats 1600 persons in theatre style to the Manappuram Hall that overlooks the backwaters, Le Meridien has something for every occasion and a superb staff of catering professionals to make every event spectacular.For groups of up to 3000 people, the gourmet chef and catering staff deliver quality and attention to detail to all events.
The experienced banqueting team at Le Meridien Cochin is renowned for its initiative and its ability to exceed expectations.The International Convention Centre has a total of 5 conference halls. There are an additional 3 halls in the main hotel building
Incentives : Cochin, with its serene environs and vibrant cultural traditions is a much sought after destination for incentives. Le Meridien Cochin has been very successful in encapsulating the ethos of this beautiful place, from its unique cuisine to its fascinating cultural forms.
Sports : The swimming pool is unique in design, and blends in perfectly with the manicured lawns. Visible from most of the rooms, the pool invites guests to swim up to its bar, or to relax in the Jacuzzi. There is also a separate paddling section for children.Tennis buffs can enjoy a great game at the clay court adjoining the hotel block. Jogging enthusiasts can indulge themselves on the jogging track that snakes through the gardens.
Health Club : The well-equipped health club is located on the top floor of the hotel. Guests can take in a panoramic view of the backwaters as they work out on the latest state of the art fitness equipment. The health club also has a sauna and steam room, with separate facilities for ladies and gentlemen
Leisure : A city resort hotel, Le Meridien Cochin offers a range of leisure activities, both within the hotel’s sprawling property and in and around Cochin.Only 45 minutes from Cochin’s international and domestic airport, Le Meridien Cochin is located within easy reach of Cochin’s shopping and tourist attractions.
Shopping Arcade : Oriental Antiquaries Tapish: For a wide selection of exquisite jewellery, antiques, furnishings and curios carefully selected from all parts of India. The selection of traditional sarees and Kashmiri shawls is also much appreciated. The shop also stocks such necessities as photographic film and post cards.
Cuisine: The restaurants and bar at Le Meridien Cochin exude a unique and vibrant atmosphere. Relaxed all day dining, the most popular nightspot offering splendid international cuisine or a cozy bar. Our restaurants compliment our guest's different moods and tastes.The Library Lounge is open 24 hours, whereas the Treasure Trove serves an array of international cuisines every evening as well as the best live entertainment in Cochin. The Jules Bar is Cochin's favorite place to relax after a day at work.