An Introduction to Fort Kochi

Neemrana Tower House

Kochi is a stunning city set in “God’s Own Country’, Kerala. The mere mention of Kochi conjures up striking visuals of backwaters, palm fringed groves, Arabian Sea twilights and Chinese fishing nets. Kochi has a diverse, multicultural heritage as it used to be a major port of spice trade for European, Chinese and Arabian traders. In fact, Fort Kochi was granted to the Portuguese in 1503 by the Rajah of Kochi, after which a fort (Fort Emmanuel) was built to secure the commercial interests of the city.   

Since then, Fort Kochi has juggled through the possession of the Portuguese, Dutch, and British until India’s independence. Fort Kochi’s architecture illustrates this acquired multicultural heritage till date in its structures, churches townships and overall spirit. As a result, it is now a popular tourist destination in Kochi with the presence of sights such as Indo Portuguese museum, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattencherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue and much more.

Tourists can choose to stay in one of the many comfortable hotels in Fort Kochi, which usually range from cost effective mid range to higher end five star hotels and resorts. Kochi, because of its stunning romantic backdrop makes for a perfect wedding destination as well. Not only Indian nationals but also a number of citizens from abroad choose Kochi as their dream venue for their Indian wedding in India. Fort Kochi also has a picturesque promenade overlooking the clear waters which offers a great spot to take a morning or evening stroll or simply sit, relax, and reflect.

Enjoy Great Stay at Heritage Hotels in Cochin

Heritage hotels in Cochin are the best, if you are serious on making a comfortable and cool visit to Cochin. Often such hospices are a little on the higher side when it comes to spending money. If you have tight budget schedule then opting for three stars or two star budget inns will turn out to be a great go altogether. And for those who do not want to limit their enjoyment, booking a room in the heritage motel would simply be the first step towards enthralling fun in cool climate. Heritage resorts offer priceless stay for the foreign tourist, businessmen and individuals, who are on official visit with the plans for hectic meeting schedules.

How are heritage hotels different from 5 star, 4 star, 3 star and 2 star hotels? Heritage Kochi hotels have limited, but well furnished rooms provided with all types of amenities.  The number of rooms can vary between 8 and 30 and the best part is that they maintain colonial luxury style. Heritage hotels are now for their hospitality and ultra-modern luxury lifestyle. There is absolutely nothing in terms of amenities and facilities which will make these hotels placed in the lower strata than the 5 star, 4 star, 3 star, and 2 star hotels. While in Cochin, you will find several of the heritage hotels which have come up in the old palaces and plantations that were set up during the colonial times.  In short, heritage auberge in Kochi offer superb hospitality, fabulous amenities, and not to speak of superb services.

Cochin together with its appealing heritage inns offers amazing tourist destinations which are world famous. These comprise:
• Chinese Fishing Nets
• Fort Kochi Beach
• St. Francis Church, Fort Kochi
• Santa Cruz Basilica, Fort Kochi
• Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry
• Dutch Palace, Mattancherry
• Bolghatty Palace, Bolghatty Island
• Hill Palace, Tripunithura
• Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary

Some of the prominent list of amenities offered in the hotels in Cochin includes:
• A/C and Non A/c rooms
• Free Internet and WIFI facility
• Multi cuisine courtyard restaurant with continental, Dutch, and typical India food
• Live concerts during dinner and comprises Cultural Dance & Music
• Travel Desk Help available round the clock offering information on Packages, Hotel bookings, Sightseeing trips..
• 24 Hours Room service
• Direct Dial Telephone
• Money Exchanging Facility
• Doctor on call
• Same day Laundry service
• 24 hrs supply of cold and hot water
• Valet Parking Facility
• Indoor Games
• Well-equipped Library
• Art Gallery

Furthermore, you can also be the part of banquet hall retreat to spend some quality time and free yourself from the mundane worries. Cochin heritage hotels are also ideal places to offer beauty parlor and men's salon, and think of giving your self a total makeover and feel all the more refreshing.