We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Cochin, India. We have also included accommodation in boats, mansions, guest houses, holiday homes, residences, apartments, romantic hotels, villas and historic buildings. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Located in Cochin 1 km from Fort Cochin, The Museum Hotel features free WiFi access and free private parking. The hotel has an outdoor pool and a sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. The rooms include a flat-screen TV. Some rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. All rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. There is a gift shop at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Aster Medcity is 18 km from The Museum Hotel, while Cochin Shipyard is 10 km away. Kochi International Airport is 42 km from the property.Show full description
I think this is the most charming, creative and cosy boutique hotel in Cochin. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Cosy. Lovely interior design. Featuring a garden, restaurant and views of garden, The Postcard Mandalay Hall, Kochi is located in Cochin, 3 km from Fort Kochi Beach. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. At The Postcard Mandalay Hall, Kochi every room comes with bed linen and towels. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the snack bar. Kochi Biennale is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while Cochin Shipyard is 7.8 km away. The nearest airport is Cochin International, 42 km from The Postcard Mandalay Hall, Kochi, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. This quaint luxury four-bedroom villa is situated in Panangad, close to Cochin city. Set in lush tropical gardens by the back-waters, this property has an outdoor swimming pool. All four air-conditioned bedrooms have backwater lake views and private restrooms . Two of these four bedrooms have their own private plunge pools. There is a large and comfortable lounge for dining and relaxing. The property also boasts large garden spaces for outdoor dining. The in-house chef serves authentic kerala cuisine and continental food. Guests can choose from varied non-veg and veg options from a menu. Guests at 976 Panangad can enjoy activities in and around Panangad, like cycling, fishing and kayaking. Fort Cochin is less than half hour’s drive away. Cochin is 10 km from the villa, while Alleppey is 44 km from the property. Kochi International Airport is 40 km away. We speak your language! . Show full description
This might be the most beautiful and relaxing bed and breakfast in Cochin. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Old Harbour Hotel is a 300 year old Portuguese restored mansion located in Fort Kochi, Cochin. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas of the property. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning, a minibar and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries and slippers. At Old Harbour Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 50 metres from the Chinese Fishing Net, 100 metres from the Vasco Da Gama Church and 2 km from the Dutch Palace and the Jewish Synagogue. The Fort Cochin Bus Station is 100 metres. The Ernakulam South Railway Station is 12 km while the Cochin International Airport is 45 km.Show full description
This boutique hotel is popular among couples travelling to Cochin.
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great location. Popular among women. Forte Kochi is a luxurious heritage hotel offering 5-star accommodation on Princess Street in Fort Kochi. Located 200 metres from Santacruz Basilica Kochi,the property features an outdoor swimming pool. A à la carte breakfast is served daily at the property. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Forte Kochi also have free WiFi. In the central courtyard is an ancient Mikwah, an age-old natural spring used for Jewish rituals. Authentic local Kerala flavours, pan-Indian, pan-European, British favourites, and a signature lineup of seafood delicacies are some of the many choices on the menu. Staff at the 24-hour front desk are happy to assist with sightseeing guidance and travel assistance. The famous Jew Street is 3 km away as well as the Jewish synagogue and the Dutch Palace as well. St. Francis Church Kochi is 6 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Kochi International Airport, 44 km from the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great location. Popular among women. La Lune Fort Kochi is situated in the Fort Kochi district of Cochin, and is 200 metres from Kochi Biennale. The property is close to Princess Street, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica and Vasco Da Gama Square. Aster Medcity is 9 km from the bed and breakfast and Cochin Shipyard is 5 km away. At the bed and breakfast, every room includes a desk and a flat-screen TV. The rooms include air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a balcony. All rooms include a wardrobe. Guests at La Lune Fort Kochi can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. For any tips on how to get around or what to do in the area, guests can ask at the reception. Yoga classes are arranged at an additional cost. Chinese Fishing Net is a 3-minute walk from La Lune Fort Kochi. Kochi International Airport is 26 km away.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has a great location in Cochin!
Boutique hotel.Rooftop pool. Located in the colonial city of Fort Cochin, Tissa's Inn is housed in a mansion 1 km from Fort Cochin Beach and Chinese Fishing Nets. It offers an outdoor pool and massage services. Free parking is provided. Tissa’s Inn is 500 metres from Fort Cochin Bus Station and 1 km from St. Francis Church. Ernakulam Junction Railway Station is 12 km from the inn. Air-conditioned rooms are fitted with tea/coffee-making facilities, a cable TV and personal safe. En suite bathrooms include free toiletries. The inn has a yoga and meditation area for guests use. Cultural tours, city trips and boat rides can be organised by the tour desk. Car rental and currency exchange services are available. A selection of seafood, Indian and European cuisine is served in the restaurant, which also offers room service.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find unique hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Cochin here: ErnakulamFort KochiMarine Drive Kochi
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Great value. Housed in a heritage mansion, Rossitta Wood Castle boasts unique architectural details like wood-beamed ceilings and fine wood carvings. It features a restaurant in the lovely courtyard garden, and a spa. Francis Church and the beautiful Santa Cruz Cathedral. Bathed in warm light, air-conditioned rooms feature stained glass panels, antique fittings and local artwork. Hotel Rossitta Castle is steps from Vasco-Da-Gama Church and Fort Cochin’s beach. Offering free parking, it is 200 metres from St. They have wood flooring and a heated shower in the private bathroom. Relaxing Ayurvedic treatments await at the spa while the library is ideal for a quiet afternoon. There is a games room and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Featuring charming stone walls over three centuries old, the homely restaurant offers hearty Italian pastas and delicious desserts. Room service is available.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great bar. Popular among women. Offering tastefully furnished rooms in the historic heart of Cochin, The Malabar House boasts an outdoor pool overlooking tropical views. It has a spa and a restaurant providing buffet breakfasts. Just 3 km from the antique market at Jew town, Malabar House is situated opposite India’s oldest church, beautiful St. Individually designed, air-conditioned rooms feature Indian craftwork and pleasant pastels. Francis Church. It is 45 km from Cochin Airport and an hour's drive from Vembanad Lake. Offering a private balcony, they have a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a tea/coffee maker. Relaxing Ayurvedic massages and beauty treatments await at the spa and salon. Staff can provide travel assistance, bike rental and laundry services. Both Western and local flavours can be enjoyed at Malabar Junction Restaurant, which features a wood-beamed ceiling and stylish furnishings.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Cochin.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great views. This restored Victorian shipyard on the scenic Cochin Harbour offers air-conditioned rooms with beautiful sea views. A 1-minute walk from Fort Kochi-Vypeen Ferry Terminal, it has an outdoor pool and Ayurvedic massage treatments. Guests can take part in walking tours organised by the hotel. The spacious rooms are all equipped with a TV, ironing facilities and hairdryer. Private bathrooms come with hot-water showers and toiletries. 24-hour room service is also available. Brunton Boatyard is a 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz Basilica. It is 15 km from Ernakulam Railway Station and 42 km from Cochin International Airport. Free parking is available. Laundry services, luggage storage and a steam room are available. Airport shuttles can also be arranged at an extra charge. The History restaurant serves Cochin cuisine, while grilled seafood are offered at The Terrace. Other dining options include cocktails at The Armoury Bar, as well as English tea at the outdoor On the Quadrangle cafe.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great views. Located barely 200 metres away from Chinese Fishing nets and Fort Cochin Bus Station, Eight Bastion features a seasonal outdoor pool, garden and a business centre. Free Wi-Fi is available in hotel rooms. The property is located 2 km away from Paradesi Synagogue. The Ernakulam Junction Railway Station is located 12 km away while the Cochin International Airport is located 55 km away. Attached with a balcony, each air-conditioned room comes with a seating area, desk and safety deposit box. Private bathroom includes free toiletries and shower. Eighth Bastion operates a 24-hour front desk to assist guests with luggage storage, laundry and ironing service. Tour desk helps guests with currency exchange and sightseeing. The in-house restaurant, East Indies serves a variety of Indian, Indonesian and Sri Lankan cuisines. Room service option is available.Show full description
Guest House.Hip. Great value. BethEl Residency, a property with a garden, is situated in Cochin, less than 1 km from Fort Kochi Beach, a 8-minute walk from Kochi Biennale, as well as 10 km from Cochin Shipyard. It is located 600 metres from Indo-Portuguese Museum and provides bicycle parking. The guest house features garden views, a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Accessible via private entrance, all units have air conditioning, soundproofing, desk and a private bathroom with a shower. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the guest house include SNC Maritime Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica and Santacruz Basilica Kochi. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 44 km from BethEl Residency.Show full description
One of the coolest and most HISTORIC guest houses in Cochin.
Newly opened, April 2024. Set in Cochin, within 11 km of Kochi Biennale and 700 metres of Cochin Shipyard, Centre Point offers accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.1 km from Ernakulam Railway Station. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box. Popular points of interest near Centre Point include District and Sessions Court, Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium and Ernakulam Shiva Temple. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 30 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in Cochin in the Kerala region, with National Stock Exchange Of India and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium nearby, Atlaxis Residence features accommodation with free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 15 km from Kochi Biennale. The apartment has family rooms. With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a terrace. Cochin Shipyard is 6.2 km from the apartment, while High Court of Kerala is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 27 km from Atlaxis Residence.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. In a prime location in the Fort Kochi district of Cochin, Gods own home stay is set 3 km from Kochi Biennale, 7.5 km from Cochin Shipyard and 2.2 km from SNC Maritime Museum. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and quiet street views is offered in each unit. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with a desk and a private bathroom. Indo-Portuguese Museum is 3 km from the bed and breakfast, while Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Cochin International, 41 km from Gods own home stay, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Newly opened, February 2024. Mayflower Inn, a property with a garden, is set in Cochin, 9.1 km from Cochin Shipyard, 1.6 km from Travancore Chemicals Industries, as well as 2 km from Edappally Church. The air-conditioned accommodation is 18 km from Kochi Biennale. National Stock Exchange Of India is 4.2 km away and High Court of Kerala is 5.9 km from the guest house. With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a terrace. Kerala Museum is 3.8 km from the guest house, while Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is 3.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 24 km from Mayflower Inn.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Newly opened, February 2024. Boasting a garden and views of pool, The Reds Heritage is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Cochin, 12 km from Kochi Biennale. This bed and breakfast features free private parking and free shuttle service. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. The units at the bed and breakfast feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, units include bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fruits and juice are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at The Reds Heritage. An indoor play area is also available for guests at the accommodation. Cochin Shipyard is 10 km from The Reds Heritage, while Kerala Folklore Museum is 4.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International, 39 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Holiday Home. Salalah Enclave - 3 AC Bedroom House at Vytilla, Kochi, a property with a garden, is located in Cochin, 1.8 km from Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, 2.3 km from Q Cinemas, as well as 4.3 km from District and Sessions Court. The air-conditioned accommodation is 13 km from Kochi Biennale, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.2 km from Cochin Shipyard. The spacious holiday home is located on the ground floor and is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a fridge, a stovetop, a washing machine and kitchenware. Ernakulam Shiva Temple is 4.3 km from the holiday home, while Ernakulam Railway Station is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 29 km from Salalah Enclave - 3 AC Bedroom House at Vytilla, Kochi.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Great location. Set in Cochin, 10 km from Cochin Shipyard, Chittoor Kottaram Royal Mansion- CGH Earth offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is around 6.1 km from High Court of Kerala, 7 km from National Stock Exchange Of India and 7.3 km from Bolgatty Event Centre. At Chittoor Kottaram Royal Mansion- CGH Earth, all rooms include air conditioning and a private bathroom. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 26 km from Chittoor Kottaram Royal Mansion- CGH Earth. The resort also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the resort, every room includes a desk. Bolgatty is 8.8 km from the accommodation, while National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom is 9.2 km from the property.Show full description
This might be one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Cochin.
Holiday Home.Newly opened, November 2023. Offering quiet street views, De Banyan Fort Homestay is an accommodation set in Cochin, 1.7 km from Kochi Biennale and 9.1 km from Cochin Shipyard. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.5 km from Fort Kochi Beach, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with city views. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the holiday home. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at De Banyan Fort Homestay. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include SNC Maritime Museum, Indo-Portuguese Museum and Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 43 km from De Banyan Fort Homestay.Show full description
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