Cochin Small Luxury Hotels
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In Cochin, Small Luxury Hotels offer an intimate alternative to larger resorts, marrying restored colonial architecture, contemporary Kerala design and waterfront views to create stays that feel like private encounters with the city’s spice-scented history. For the best experience, favor boutique properties in Fort Kochi or Mattancherry that deliver curated local moments—houseboat cruises, Kathakali performances and guided spice or seafood tours—and look for hotels emphasizing personalized service, sustainable practices and flexible booking deals to secure authentic, memorable hospitality.
Best Small Luxury Hotels in Cochin
Sainus Residency
Newly opened in December 2022, Sainus Residency, Kangarapady is a hotel in Cochin offering rooms with desks, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries, bed linen and towels, and selected rooms with balconies; the property provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and tour organization, and is conveniently located 2 km from Wonderla Kochi, 5.2 km from the National University of Advanced Legal Studies, 8.2 km from CUSAT, 9.2 km from Kerala Museum, 11 km from Edappally Church, 18 km from Cochin Shipyard, 28 km from Kochi Biennale and 24 km from Cochin International Airport. - Newly opened (December 2022) - Close to Wonderla and major universities - 24-hour front desk, room service and tour assistance - Rooms with AC, flat-screen TV and private bathroom (bidet + toiletries) - Selected rooms feature balconies
Brunton Boatyard - CGH Earth
Kent Baywatch Suites
Downtown Cochin Hotels with Balcony
Marine Inn Hotel
Newly opened in February 2023, Marine Inn Hotel is a 4-star property in Cochin located 400 metres from Rainbow Bridge Ernakulam and 4.1 km from Cochin Shipyard, offering air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private bathrooms, flat-screen cable TVs, minibars, kettles, baths, free toiletries, wardrobes and safety deposit boxes, with some rooms overlooking the city; the hotel features a terrace, a restaurant serving Indian, Seafood and Asian cuisine, a hot tub, free private parking, paid airport shuttle service to Cochin International Airport (29 km), buffet/à la carte/continental breakfast options including vegetarian and halal choices, and a 24-hour multilingual front desk (Arabic, English, Hindi, Malayalam) near attractions such as Government Law College, Ernakulam, Ernakulam Public Library and the High Court of Kerala. - Newly opened (February 2023) - 4-star rooms with free WiFi and in-room amenities - Free private parking and paid airport shuttle - Terrace, restaurant and hot tub on site - 24-hour multilingual staff; central location near key sights
Heres Haut Residency
Monsoon Empress Kochi
Monsoon Empress Kochi, a 5-star hotel in Cochin located 19 km from the Kochi Biennale, offers city-view accommodation with an indoor pool, fitness centre, garden, terrace and free private parking; amenities include 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, a seating area, flat-screen satellite TV, safety deposit box and private bathroom with shower, free toiletries, hairdryer, bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfasts are served daily, and the on-site restaurant offers American, Indian and European cuisine with vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options on request. A business centre and vending machines are available on site, and the hotel is 8.6 km from Cochin Shipyard, 2 km from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and 25 km from Cochin International Airport. - Indoor pool and well-equipped fitness centre - Free private parking and airport transfer service - On-site restaurant with diverse menus and dietary options - 24-hour front desk, room service and complimentary WiFi - Close to Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Cochin Shipyard
Cochin Hotels with Private Balcony
Eighth Bastion - CGH Earth
Eighth Bastion - CGH Earth is a heritage hotel located just 200 metres from the Chinese Fishing Nets and Fort Kochi bus station, offering a seasonal outdoor pool, garden, business centre and free Wi‑Fi in rooms; the in‑house restaurant East Indies serves Indian, Indonesian and Sri Lankan cuisines. The property is about 2 km from Paradesi Synagogue, 12 km from Ernakulam Junction Railway Station and 55 km from Cochin International Airport. Each air‑conditioned room has a balcony, seating area, desk, safety deposit box and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A 24‑hour front desk provides luggage storage, laundry and ironing services, while the tour desk assists with currency exchange and sightseeing; room service is also available. - Excellent central location near Chinese Fishing Nets and Fort Kochi bus station - Seasonal outdoor pool and garden - Rooms with balcony, safe and free Wi‑Fi - 24-hour front desk plus tour desk for sightseeing and currency exchange - On-site restaurant serving Indian, Indonesian and Sri Lankan dishes
Casino Hotel - CGH Earth
Kondai Lip Backwater Heritage Resort
Located just 1.5 km from Chellanam Fishing Harbour in Alleppey, Kondai Lip Backwater Heritage Resort offers a peaceful backwater retreat with an on-site massage parlour and complimentary Wi‑Fi available in the resort's public areas. - Close to Chellanam Fishing Harbour (1.5 km) - Peaceful backwater location in Alleppey - On-site massage parlour - Free Wi‑Fi in public areas - Heritage-style resort ambiance
Crowne Plaza Kochi
BluSalz Collection LHASA Ayurveda & Wellness Resort
BluSalz Collection LHASA Ayurveda & Wellness Resort in Cochin, 20 km from Cochin Shipyard, offers comfortable accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge; the property also features a restaurant, a kids' club and room service, with complimentary WiFi throughout, and provides concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. - Outdoor swimming pool - Free private parking - Complimentary WiFi throughout - On-site restaurant and kids' club - Concierge, tour desk and currency exchange
Taj Malabar Resort & Spa
Blending colonial Victorian charm with chic modern design, the 5-star Taj Malabar Resort and Spa Cochin overlooks Cochin Harbour and features a first-rate spa, a landscaped pool and a 24-hour fitness centre; its contemporary rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen TV and DVD player, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. - First-rate spa - Landscaped pool - 24-hour fitness centre - Harbour views - Free WiFi throughout