The hotel has a nautical theme, in keeping with its local surroundings. Enjoy Dutch art, enamel work and Delft China on display throughout, and a delightful replica model ship as you enter reception.
During your stay, you can relax by the pool in the property's central courtyard or borrow bikes for exploration further afield. As a small hotel, there are no spa or yoga facilities, but the hotel can arrange these for you at nearby Brunton Boatyard, its sister property.
OUR OPINION:
Located in a prime residential area of Fort Kochi, mostly populated with colonial buildings, the Eighth Bastion is an elegant, smartly run boutique hotel and we love the spacious rooms, pleasant swimming pool and courtyard dining.
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Rooms
Eighth Bastion has 19 light, modern rooms that are decorated with colonial touches, and have well-appointed en suite bathrooms. There are three options, ranging from simple, cosy rooms to larger spaces with private verandas and terraces. Some rooms have partial sea views, and others have bathtubs.
Location
Eighth Bastion is located almost directly opposite the Dutch Cemetery in the heart of Fort Cochin, on a plot that has seen plenty of regeneration from various nations since the 1700s. The hotel is around 90 minutes from the airport.
Food and drink
Dine in the hotel’s small restaurant, which serves fusion cuisine with Indo-Dutch influences. Fresh traditional bread is offered from a local bakery, and there are plenty of options for vegetarians and meat eaters alike.
Tour ideas in Cochin
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Eighth Bastion 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 favourite 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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Forte Kochi
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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 26 miles away
- Kothamangalam 28 miles away
- Kerala 30 miles away
- The Backwaters 33 miles away
- Munnar 57 miles away
- Palakkad 63 miles away
- Thekkady & Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary 75 miles away
- Ooty 105 miles away
- Kovalam 120 miles away
- Wayanad 118 miles away