Hilite Mall in Kozhikode, Kerala

Hilite Mall Kozhikode at a glance

Locals often ask how many Hilite malls there are in Kerala. The answer is two, run by the same HiLITE Group: this one in Kozhikode (Calicut) and a second, newer mall in Thrissur. If you searched "Hilite Mall" and landed here, you are looking at the Kozhikode one at Palazhi on the Kozhikode bypass.

Opened in April 2015, it spans roughly 1.26 million sq ft of built-up space across four floors and quickly became the go-to weekend spot for North Kerala. The quick facts:

Hilite Mall Kozhikode timings

Hilite Mall is open every day of the week, including Sundays and most public holidays. The shopping floors keep late-evening hours so you can go after work; the cinema and food court run a little longer around show timings.

Weekday mornings are the calm window. Weekends and holiday evenings get busy, so time your visit accordingly. For the full section-by-section breakdown and holiday hours, see our detailed Hilite Mall timings guide.

Entry fee and parking

There is no entry ticket for Hilite Mall. Walking in, browsing and using the common areas are free. You only pay for what you shop, eat, watch or ride, so Snow Fantasy, the cinema and the fun park each have their own tickets.

Parking is on multi-level decks with space for cars and two-wheelers. Expect a nominal charge in the region of Rs 20 for about four hours, with rates rising for longer stays.

For the latest ticket prices of the paid attractions inside, check the Hilite Mall entry fees page.

How to reach Hilite Mall

The mall sits right on the NH 66 Kozhikode bypass at Palazhi, so it is easy to reach by car, bus or auto from anywhere in the city. Approximate distances:

City buses on the bypass route stop close by, and ride-hailing autos reach the entrance directly. If you are driving, head for Palazhi Junction on the bypass.

Things to do inside Hilite Mall

Hilite Mall is built to hold a family for a full day, not just a shopping run. The pull beyond the stores:

• Snow Fantasy: an indoor snow park kept below freezing, with real snow, slides and a chill zone. Jackets and boots are provided, and it is the single most popular paid attraction here, especially with children.

• Palaxi Cinemas: an eight-screen multiplex, home to Kerala's first EPIQ large-format screen for big releases.

• Amoeba fun park: bowling, arcade games and party spaces, long known as one of the few bowling alleys in Calicut.

• Food court: a large food court plus standalone restaurants and cafes, covering South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and the usual quick-service chains.

• Gaming & kids zone: a gaming arcade and children's play area round out the day for younger visitors.

Shops, brands and facilities

The 200-plus outlets range from anchor department stores to standalone fashion, footwear, electronics and beauty brands. You will find Lifestyle, Pantaloons, Home Centre, Marks & Spencer, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, US Polo, UCB, Nautica, Levi's, Woodland, Louis Philippe, Nike, Puma, Reebok, Mango and The Body Shop, among many others. For bath and body products, head to The Body Shop.

Facilities are set up for a comfortable, full-day visit:

The whole complex runs on solar power, the first mall in India to do so, which is why you will see rooftop panels rather than the usual diesel back-up dominating the building.

What visitors say

Hilite Mall is rated 4.30 out of 5 from more than 17,000 traveller reviews. Visitors most often praise the range of brands under one roof, Snow Fantasy for families and the size of the food court; the common gripe is weekend evening crowds and parking filling up fast. Go on a weekday morning if you want room to breathe.

Planning a Kozhikode trip?

Hilite Mall pairs well with a half day at the beach or the backwaters. Browse more places to visit in Kozhikode.

For the wider region, see our Kerala travel guide, and if you are ready to plan the trip, explore customisable Kerala tour packages. Also nearby: Focus Mall, Kozhikode.