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Graceful Homestay

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PHRA 20-21 Philips Hill | Kumarapuram, Trivandrum 695011, India
Ranked #1 of 44 Trivandrum B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Graceful Homestay
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Very hospitable but choose one of the top rooms”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We couldn't have been welcomed more by Giles and co. They organised an airport pick-up for us (although it was more than we'd been told) and welcomed us with our jet lag. It's a beautiful house which you can use as if it was yours and it was a very relaxing place to say. The only two downsides is that... More

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Thank you, Anya, for your comments and pointing out some of our "downsides". We are sorry to learn that you wound up paying more for the taxi than what I had communicated to you. I wish you had brought it to our attention immediately so that we could have followed it up and recovered some of the money. We use... More

Waterlooville, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

we had a wonderful stay, excellent food and hospitality with generous and helpful hosts. Thoroughly reccomended

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
9 April 2012

Thank you, Robin, for your kind words. It's always a pleasure to host appreciative guests like you. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay at Graceful and found it peaceful and comfortable. More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Gorgeous, welcoming, delicious! My refuge!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

The house and yard are beautiful. Set is a very upscale neighborhood, a 40rupee rickshaw ride from the train station and downtown Trivandrum, Graceful Homestay was the perfect place! Giles has a worldly perspective and speaks great English. His wife is an excellent cook. Breakfasts are bountiful and dinners Yum with local Keralan dishes and seasonings, and classic Indian dishes... More

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
9 April 2012

Steve, you've really bowled us over with your all round appreciation! For us also it was a pleasure to host you especially since you liked it so much here that you were reluctant to move on. As you have already experienced Giles' special and undivided attention, you will understand how he goes out of his way to be informative and... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“I wish I had stayed here longer!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

I was here for one night, and it was a great way to end a two week stay in Kerala. The hosts were friendly and helpful, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was ideal. If I am ever in Trivandrum again, this is definitely where I'll stay. This homestay is an excellent value for your money, and you'll leave... More

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
29 March 2012

Happy to hear this. Many of our guests who come for an overnight stay have expressed the same sentiments. We want to assure all that our hospitality is the same whether the stay is for 1 night or longer. So please visit us again to experience and enjoy Graceful Home-stay! More

Hokkaido, Japan
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Warm hospitality, amazing house and garden!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Like other tourists, we really enjoyed our stay here. First, we were surprised to see the gorgeous houses and huge beautiful garden. The accommodation was decorated with many fine exotic arts. Sylvia, Giles and Elsy are wonderful, warm hearted and intelligent hosts. Sylvia told us very interesting story about her work. We enjoyed walking around the garden with Giles. He... More

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
9 February 2012

Words fail me when I have to respond to such complimentary remarks. We are delighted to note that Hyo & Eri thoroughly enjoyed their stay here. We did our best to make them feel completely at home as we try to do with all our other guests so that they leave with pleasant memories of their stay. It's appreciative comments... More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“An Excellent Experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

This was a wonderful start to our holiday. The room was excellent and we had a wonderful view from the balcony. The food was delicious and we especially enjoyed the egg curry for breakfast. The whole homestay was immaculately clean. All the family were so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed a long chat with Sylvia, she is such a lovely... More

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
6 February 2012

Thank you for your warm words of appreciation, Karl & Tracy. We also enjoyed interacting with you and hearing about the good work you are doing. May God always be by your side and constantly guide you in your travels. More

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“A wonderful place to stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We would highly recommend Graceful Homes while visiting Trivandrum, Kerala. Graceful Homestay is located in the city but once on the premises, it feels like the city is far away. The view from our room was tall palm and coconut trees as far as we could see. Early morning calmness and singing of the birds that we experienced from the... More

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Many thanks, Mr. Khosla, for your warm words of appreciation. We have also enjoyed your stay with us and the opportunity we had to get to know you and your lovely wife. We are also delighted to note that ours was the first fish curry which you thoroughly enjoyed! Words of appreciation like yours motivate us to do even better... More

Melbourne, Australia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Brilliant Homestay, Giles a true Gentleman !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Lovely home, exceptionally clean and comfy rooms, easy relaxed environment. 6 of us stayed for 2 nights and we all loved it. Giles made us feel so welcome and our chats over breakfast were a real highlight. Highly recommended this place to all !

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
28 January 2012

Thank you, David, for your warm comments. It is indeed a pleasure to host guests at our Home-stay and we specifically enjoyed having you, Jackie and the rest of your group stay with us and enjoy the ambiance and our hospitality. Giles, especially enjoys interacting with each new guest and is a veritable storehouse of information on the local scene.... More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great Hospitality”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

we stayed here end of December 2011 just for one night but could have stayed longer, it was a beautiful, clean home in a lovely setting and Giles & Sylvia were so welcoming. Giles gave us some good advice & a great insight into Indian Culture, he also helped us with our transfer & the breakfast was delicious.

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Sylvia2348, Owner at Graceful Homestay, responded to this review
11 January 2012

We thank all the guests who have stayed at Graceful Home-stay for their appreciative comments regarding our hospitality. Such comments are a source of encouragement to us since we put in a lot of personal effort to ensure a squeaky clean environment and the warmest hospitality possible not only for individuals but also for families. More

Newcastle, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great for the family”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I arrived here with two small jet lagged children and stayed for three nights. They were very helpful and accommodating. Giles organised transfers for us and it was so nice to arrive at midnight with a 3 & 5 year old to be picked up by the lovely Dalfin. Lovely gardens were great for the kids to explore and the... More

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PHRA 20-21 Philips Hill | Kumarapuram, Trivandrum 695011, India
Price range (per night):* INR1,300 - 2,500

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