The City Hotel Kollam - A Legendary Mutton Eatery

Kollam, KeralaRESTAURANT

A legendary, no-frills eatery in Kollam, celebrated for its decades-old recipe for authentic Kerala-style mutton curry and porotta.

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1 hour

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Not Wheelchair Friendly

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About the Destination

Overview

The City Hotel is not a place for luxury dining; it's a culinary institution in Kollam with a legacy built on one thing: exceptional mutton dishes. For decades, this no-frills eatery has served what many locals and travelers consider the city's most authentic mutton curry and roast. The atmosphere is simple and functional, often crowded with patrons who come for the consistent, flavorful food rather than the decor. The focus is entirely on the plate.

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Location & Address

Near Chinnakada, Main Road, Kollam, Chinnakada, Kollam, Kerala, India

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Best Time to Visit

The restaurant is popular year-round. However, visiting Kollam between October and March is ideal due to the pleasant weather with lower humidity, making the dining experience more comfortable. The hotel gets particularly crowded during lunch hours (12 PM - 2:30 PM) daily. To enjoy the food in a slightly calmer environment, consider visiting for an early lunch around 11:30 AM or for dinner after 8:30 PM.
Peak Crowd: Daily from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM, especially on weekends and public holidays.
Moderate Crowd: Weekday afternoons (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM) and early evenings.
Low Crowd: The restaurant is rarely without customers, but the quietest times are just after opening or late in the evening.

How to Reach

Air

The nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), located approximately 70 km away. A taxi from the airport to Kollam takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.

Train

Kollam Junction (QLN) is a major railway station on the Southern Railways network and is very well-connected to major cities across India. The hotel is just 1.5 km from the station.

Road

Kollam is well-connected by road via National Highway 66 (NH 66), which connects it to Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi. State-run KSRTC buses and private buses operate frequently from all major towns in Kerala.

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws are the most convenient way to get around Kollam for short distances. City buses also cover most parts of the city. Taxis and app-based cab services like Uber and Ola are also available.