I liked everything about the stay. We stay around Kochi only, and even then, this felt like we were at a new place for a staycation. I could tell about a lot of things i liked about the property, but i would start with the hospitality this place offered. Right from the beginning of the booking till the stay ended, we were able to do everything as per our convenience. The extra bed that was offered without any hesitance, the room options, and the breakfast was all the icing on the cake. And coming from an architect, this place is a real kerala traditional architecture gem, the one you would have loved to experience once after hearing your parent's story about their maalika,s and tharavadu,s. Kudos to the owner, Suresh uncle, and the team for running this stay beautifully.

Stayed in August 2025

This team have exceptional service - Raju, Boshi and Suresh help you feel that their home is your home. The breakfast were superb , a different taste of India each morning. Travel support was given - helping with trips and booking. We loved our room, large, cool, comfortable and spotlessly clean. It was very easy to get a tuk tuk from outside the property. Thank you 🙏

Stayed in April 2025

The air inside the house doesn’t circulate well. It might be due to the house being old, but it’s not a big problem.

The homestay located just a few minutes away from Jew Street. Room was spacious and clean, and I love the view from the balcony, makes me think of my grandmother house 😄 It’s a memorable homestay experience with Boshi’s great hospitality. Grateful for the help of arranging the tutu driver for my last day in Kochi, as I was lazy to plan anything after my retreat at Munnar.

Stayed in March 2025

Very clean, friendly staff and easy to get to town.

Stayed in February 2025

Great location in Fort Kochi, very well maintained

Stayed in February 2025

Great people, amazing service, very friendly

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing.

A beautiful home, spotlessly maintained. Our room was spacious and very comfortable. The outdoor areas were delightful. Even better than the accommodation were our amazing hosts. Anything we needed was provided, including a last minute wheelchair! Not only were our hosts super helpful but they were also lovely to chat with about all and any subjects. We hope to return one day.

Stayed in January 2025

Breakfast was fabulous. A different selection each morning. Traditional Keralan rice based, curry and fruit.

Stayed in January 2025

Host was very kind and helpful Off the Kochi centre which makes it more authentic Stylishful furniture and decoration Everything close by tuktuk

Stayed in January 2025

What a gem! Govindamangalam Homestay is located in a quiet, Fort Kochi neighbourhood within walking distance from Jew Street. The property has a beautiful garden. The home is decorated with family heirloom furniture including very comfy beds. The breakfast was excellent and the host was always at hand to assist us, including with cold drinks on New Year's Eve. I can highly recommend this property when visiting Fort Kochi.

Stayed in January 2025

There was nothing we didn't like, the house is an old property bedecked with antiques and done up really tastefully. Every corner has a story to tell and Boshin kept us entertained with his stories. The property in itself is a sight to behold. We all wished we could've stayed longer. The cook Raju was so helpful and made amazing breakfast.

Stayed in January 2025

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Quiet place, centrally located, host very helpful and friendly

Stayed in December 2024

Govindamangalam is a gem. It’s a comfortable homestay in an historic building, close to Mattancherry and Jew Town but in a quiet location. Deepa, our host, was amazing, arranging drivers for us, recommending sights and restaurants, and arranging for laundry. Kerala breakfasts are excellent.

Stayed in October 2024

My only disappointment was that the description mentioned a bath but this was a misunderstanding as in Kerala a shower cubicle is called a bath.

Lovely historic property. Deepa was very kind and made me welcome. Comfortable bed and nice breakfast . Very well situated. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Many thanks

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing ! It was 100 % clean , comfortable and great !

I visited Kochi with my 10 year old daughter and parents. It was the first time for her and for my mother and I wanted to introduce them to India. We loved the homestay - not super central but the Jewish Quarter (which surpassed my expectations) was only a short 10-15 minute walk away along some of the quieter roads of Kochi and Fort Kochi was a short 5 minute rickshaw trip away, all organised by Boshi the host. In fact, Isaac, the rickshaw driver essentially was our driver for the entire trip. He was also super nice and took us wherever we wanted to go. He was an excellent tour guide as well. Such a humble guy. Boshi, the host, was amazing. Organised our trips to see a local dance show, day trip on the back waters, arranged transport (Isaac and taxis) etc. A really lovely person you just feel you can trust. The room was quite big (big enough for four of us), beds firm but comfy. Only one bathroom - not 5 star modern-hotel-standard, but it was clean and functional. Breakfast was great! Rajuchaddu cooked us the most amazing breakfasts - first time any of us had curry for breakfast!!! He was always downstairs and helped us with any questions we had. The place felt very safe and the area seemed safe as well. A great place to see the real India, but comfortably and within a very short distance from the touristy areas. My daughter wanted to write her own review below including the below boxes. Thank you Boshi. Hope to see you again!!! ———————————————— I loved our room - it was really comfy and there were mosquito nets on the windows so we never got bitten. Boshi ( the owner ) was super nice and recommended the best restaurants, tourist attractions and places to go . The food was amazing and we tried a variety of different dishes every morning . Thank you so much Boshi for an awesome stay and I’m pretty sure I’ll come again - before I’m twenty like you all said !!! You’re the best host I’ve had ever !

Stayed in February 2024

Govindamangalam homestay is a quiet place to stay in Mattancherry. The hosts are so lovely. Deepa and Boshi are helpful and give great tourist advice and arrange transport. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in February 2024

The all inclusive price quoted by you did not include an additional cost of IRS 2380. Either a price is all inclusive or it’s not. I don’t care about the money but I do mind about the lack of clarity.

Stayed in January 2024

The manager is the nicest , most helpful person. Room was very comfortable, massive space with beautiful pieces . Delicious breakfast- wish I could have stayed longer

Stayed in December 2023

Lovely room. Lovely soap! Lovely dosa for breakfast.

Stayed in January 2024

Breakfast was very good, our big bedroom comfortable, and the hosts helpful and very nice, but mainly this was excellent value for money.

Stayed in December 2023

The place was perfect.

This homestay is in a great location, close to the Jewish area and away from the busy Fort Cochi which is still only a short tuktuk ride away. The host could not have been more welcoming and helpful. He was a mine of information and arranged trips and taxis for us and recommended restaurants and experiences. The breakfast was great and the room was spacious and very comfortable. One night a temple procession came past the house with an elephant in tow!

Stayed in December 2023

This homestay is perfect for anyone wanting to experience the 'real' Kochi. Comfortable, clean and spacious rooms in a lovely old house surrounded by pretty gardens. The most attentive, welcoming and friendly team who provided delicious breakfasts (and evening meals if required) and who assisted with recommendations, advice, transportation - everything - without interfering or intruding.

Stayed in October 2023

Since its a homestay, housekeeping wasn't upto mark...it needs improvement. Like tea cups were not washed and loose tea bags were kept open. May be we were the only guest staying at that time, just one breakfast item was there (though it was fabulous and tasty) with a fruit and tea/coffee. I'm sure this would be managed better in peak season.

The homestay was very nice and quite. Big room with plenty of sitout area. Simple breakfast, but was very tasty. Bhosi was kind and helpful with suggestions.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing.

Boshi was such a lovely host, he really made us feel welcome and the food was great. He had some really good suggestions of cafes and restaurants and was interesting to talk to. Do try their Kerala breakfast, it’s really good, the local mangos and pineapple are especially nice. The garden is really beautiful, there’s some special flowers planted down the driveway and a beautiful water area, it’s a good place to sit and relax in. The terrace is also very peaceful. The property is clean and very quiet which is amazing for a inner city property. They arranged a taxi from the airport for us and also leaving the homestay, the property was also easy to find when going sightseeing, it was maybe 10 mins walk to Jew Town. The aircon and fan was already on for us before we arrived so the room was nice and cool after our long journey. We didn’t have any insects in our room either. We went during the monsoon period, it was only raining at night time and we could enjoy the sound of the rain with an evening chai. Thank you for the lovely stay.

Stayed in July 2023