Old Harbour Hotel

This was one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed at. The building is traditional with old world charm, the rooms are done up so gorgeously, with fresh flowers and the cutest decor. The staff, including Sakesh, Kapil, Cinderella and many more were absolutely amazing., their service was top notch. The food was delicious, especially all the seafood dishes and the breakfast...oh my goodness! I could eat breakfast all day long. The pool surrounded by lush trees and flowers was so enchanting, it almost felt like I was outside in the wild, birds chirping and playing around. The live music in the evening overlooking the pool was a wonderful treat. I would love to go stay there again. Someone said that there was noise from the street, but I had a garden room with a courtyard at the entrance, so I didn't hear any noises. However, I would have enjoyed the noises too, given that the place was itself so beautiful. We had wa Walking distance to lots of restaurants, ferry, Princess Street, shopping, Chinese fishing nets, fish market, Vasco da Gama square....oh it was all so lovely!

We love all the staff - they are honestly the best in the world! It’s got so much charm but it’s relaxed, easy and it’s not trying too hard - it’s a place that is comfortable in its own skin. The food is pretty good too - fresh, healthy and delicious. I also can personally recommend the yoga studio Loving Earth. which although it is a separate entity, there is a connection with the hotel - it’s superb. Roll on 2026!

We stayed in 9 hotels in India and this was the best. The location is excellent, and the food in the restaurant was wonderful. But the really nice part of the stay was the friendliness and helpfulness of all the staff. Old fashioned luxury, but not glitzy. A particular mention to Vinitha whose friendly and helpful attitude makes the place very welcoming.