My mother (50s) and I (20s) stayed at the Harivihar Ayurvedic Heritage Home in October 2011. It was very quiet - there was only one French couple staying at the time. The heritage home itself is very elegant and beautiful, with huge gardens out the back including a nice pool. Every meal was of an excellent quality, with top-level service.... More

We came through Calicit from Allepey and en route to the hills of Wayanad. We expected to stay a night but ended up here for 3 nights. Like the other review say, it's hard to find but when we pulled in we were taken aback with the beauty of the grounds. The house is incredibly impressive: beautifully restored, architecturally intriguing.... More

The approach to this retreat is somewhat different to what you find when you drive through the gates as the city of Calicut is busy, noisy and somewhat chaotic. However, as soon as I was through the gates, I was transported to a tranquil gem of a place. The staff were wonderful; they went out of their way for me,... More

Difficult to find - get your driver to telephone ahead - but very worthwhile. We only had 2 days but loved the delicious quiet of this heritage homestay. The Ayurvedic massage was a special treat too. Beautiful gardens and delicious veggie food (you won't miss alcohol). Harivihar is set in a suburb of Calicut, so you would have to drive... More

A pricey hotel in the middle of a very busy city. Located in a residential area, it is very difficult to be found - taxi drivers appear to be confused at most and it is poorly indicated. Only vegetarian food served, with a bizarre menu selection, on which you have no options (set menu) - no restaurants in the proximity.... More

We had no idea what to expect when we came here, A friend had arranged it for us. We travelled with a two year old who just drove for seven hours in a car. I must say that the place was very pretty. A classic house in very interesting surroundings. The room was very good. The shower basic, but OK.... More

I've just returned from 6 days in this wonderful, calm homestay. The ayurveda treatment was everything I expected and more. The setting is magnificent, the vegetarian food made in the premises is as fresh as you could ever want, it's a wonderful way to learn about the local food. The staff will organize outings for you, and will guide you... More