Built during the 1800s by Portuguese settlers, the restored mansion has retained European influences throughout. Set amongst the city’s cultural district, rooms surround the central swimming pool patio area, which is a quiet retreat where you can relax after sightseeing.
OUR OPINION:
The warm and friendly staff coupled with the vibrant and colonial style décor will certainly cheer you up. And being in the heart of Fort Kochi, everything is just within walking distance, making it a perfect base to explore this charming seaside area.
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Rooms
The property offers 27 elegant accommodations in either classic rooms or imperial suites, all adorned with heritage style décor, colorful furnishings, and mosaic floors. The interior design is cosy, featuring large, tinted windows with wooden shutters to guarantee your privacy and comfort.
Location
Surrounded by the old town of Cochin, the property is perfectly placed to explore the seaside area of Fort Kochi. It's just a short walk from the waterfront, local markets, restaurants, and parks. The hotel is around one hours’ drive to the airport.
Food and drink
The main restaurant, Jetty, offers a diverse menu with international cuisine and small bites, perfect to enjoy with a cocktail. The hotel鈥檚 other eatery, Catch of Kochi, specialises in fresh sustainable seafood.
Tour ideas in Cochin
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Forte Kochi as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Brunton Boatyard
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Eighth Bastion
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Malabar House
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Old Harbour Hotel
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Cochin City Tour
Cochin City Tour
The tour of Fort Cochin will include Mattancherry Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, St Francis Church, and the Chinese fishing nets. If time permits also visit the Dutch Cemetery, Santa Cruz Basilica and enjoy a walk around Jew Town.
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Cochin and nearby places
- Mararikulam 42 kilometers away
- Kothamangalam 45 kilometers away
- Kerala 48 kilometers away
- The Backwaters 53 kilometers away
- Munnar 91 kilometers away
- Palakkad 100 kilometers away
- Thekkady & Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary 120 kilometers away
- Ooty 168 kilometers away
- Kovalam 193 kilometers away
- Wayanad 190 kilometers away