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Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin

Willingdon Island Cochin, 682009 India

On Willingdon Island, Spa hotel with 5 Restaurants

On the waterfront
Situated in Cochin's Willingdon Island, this spa hotel is close to Jain Temple, Mattancherry Palace, and Santa Cruz Cathedral. Area attractions also include St. Francis Church and Durbar Hall Art Gallery. Show more
Spa and fitness
In addition to 5 restaurants, Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include a full-service spa and a marina.
Balconies with views
Guestrooms open to balconies with city or sea views and feature deep soaking bathtubs. Other amenities include LCD televisions with premium satellite channels and refrigerators. Hide

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Superior Charm Room
1 twinPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Premium Indulgence Sunset View Room/ Sea
1 kingPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Room Sea View
1 doublePremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Heritage Room
1 kingPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Direct-dial phone. Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Heritage Room
1 kingPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Direct-dial phone. Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Room
1 twinPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Direct-dial phone. Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Premium Temptation Suite 1 Bedroom
1 kingPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Heritage Room Sea View
1 doublePremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Deluxe Allure Suite 1 Bedroom
1 kingPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Heritage Room Sea View
1 kingPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
Superior Charm Room Sea View
1 twinPremium bedding includes down duvet. Balcony with view of the city and sea. Desk with ergonomic chair. CD player. 32-inch LCD television with premium satellite channels, OnCommand video, and DVD player. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Laptop-compatible safe and in-room safe. Refrigerator and minibar. Shower/tub combination with deep soaking bathtub and handheld showerhead. Bath amenities include phone, hair dryer, and designer toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning and ceiling fan. Wheelchair accessible.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Policies
  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-out time is Noon
  • Pets accepted
  • American Express accepted
  • Diners Club accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Visa accepted
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Fee for wireless Internet in all public areas: INR 753 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
    • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: INR 753 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
    • Buffet breakfast fee: INR 650 per person (approximate amount)
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Awards and Affiliations

A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified

This property participates in ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.

Accessibility Options

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Handicapped parking

Property Amenities

  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Poolside bar
  • Swimming pool - children's
  • Full-service health spa
  • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
  • Steam room
  • Spa tub
  • Spa services on site
  • Concierge desk
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Health club
  • Fitness facilities
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Coffee shop or café
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Banquet facilities
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Ballroom(s)
  • Event catering
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Cell phone/mobile rental
  • Secretarial services
  • Business services
  • Computer rental
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Express check-out
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Security guard
  • Express check-in
  • Number of suites - 9
  • Hair salon
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Shopping on site
  • Tour assistance
  • Currency exchange
  • Beauty services
  • Medical assistance available
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in lobby
  • Grocery
  • Shoe shine
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Microwave in lobby
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Number of floors - 7
  • Elevator/lift
  • Supervised child care/activities
  • Wedding services
  • Arcade/game room
  • Total number of rooms - 96
  • Parking (free)
  • Valet parking
  • Free guest parking only during stay
  • Babysitting or child care
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Technology support staff
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Beach/pool umbrellas
  • On-site medical assistance available
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
  • Children's club
  • Marina on site
  • Garden
  • Year Built - 1935
  • Number of restaurants - 5
  • 24-hour business center
  • Number of meeting/conference rooms - 3
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Piano
  • Suitable for children
  • Translation services
  • Umbrella

Rooms

Our rooms have it all worked out. We know what you must have and then add to the delight! Clever surprises and the best of technology. Each room features ergonomically designed mobile work desks with special task lighting and stylish designer work chairs . So also hi-tech electronics for internet access, 32" LCD televisions, distinctive custom lighting and outstanding storage facilities. De-stress options such as surround sound home theatre systems, a special Rest Easy menu and dual massage showerheads add luxury to your stay. The styling and the décor suits both business and leisure travellers. Very modern. Very in.

Our rooms have it all worked out. We know what you must have and then add to the delight! Clever surprises and the best of technology. Each room features ergonomically designed mobile work desks with special task lighting and stylish designer work chairs . So also hi-tech electronics for internet access, 32" LCD televisions, distinctive custom lighting and outstanding storage facilities. De-stress options such as surround sound home theatre systems, a special Rest Easy menu and dual massage showerheads add luxury to your stay. The styling and the décor suits both business and leisure travellers. Very modern. Very in.

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin offers 96 guestrooms. Balconies open to city or sea views. Guestrooms are individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels, Oncommand video, and DVD players. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking tubs and handheld showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and makeup/shaving mirrors.

This Cochin hotel provides wireless high-speed Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, ergonomic chairs, and multi-line phones. CD players, minibars, and in-room safes (accommodate laptops) are also included. Irons/ironing boards, extra towels/bedding, and wake-up calls can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin, Cochin,  India, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Wireless Internet access
  • Premium television channel(s)
  • Cable/satellite television channels
  • DVD player
  • Premium bedding
  • Balcony
  • Ceiling fan
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Multi-line phone
  • Refrigerator
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Remote lighting/drapery/curtain control
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Wake-up calls
  • Turndown service
  • Designer toiletries
  • Bathroom phone
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bathroom scale
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Handheld showerhead
  • Makeup/shaving mirror
  • Sewing kit
  • Slippers
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • CD player
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Welcome amenities
  • Desk
  • Window opens
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Smoking permitted
  • Rollaway beds available
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Climate control
  • Extra towels/bedding
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Satellite television service
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Ergonomic chair
  • Cordless phone
  • Speakerphone
  • ESPN
  • HBO
  • Individually furnished
  • OnCommand Video
  • Pillow menu
  • LCD television
  • City view
  • Sea view
  • Wheelchair accessible

Dining

Cochin is an ever expanding, ever changing city and the restaurants at Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, certainly keep up.

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Kerala entices guests to explore the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines, serving traditional and contemporary favourites. The atmosphere is lively. The crowd exceptional. Jet set culinarians sample different exotic menus night after night. Pepper the multi cuisine all-day diner with delightful views of the backwaters and lush gardens. The Rice Boat is a fresh take on speciality sea food with an accent on local Kerala cuisine. Fine dining it is. The Thai Pavilion proudly holds sway as Kerala's only authentic Thai restaurant. Dolphin's Point is spot on for its bay side location serving outstanding barbeque and grills in season. And everyone gravitates to Mattancherry Bar for a heady evening with lots of spirit and character.

The Aquarius Pool bar is another cool favourite to sink in and suss.

Our venues are a treat for the senses. The flavours. The aromas. The live cooking sounds. And the artistic display. All come together in a fine harmony. Dig in. Be thrilled.

Let the spirit of Vivanta by Taj enliven you.

Onsite restaurant - This coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch. A children's menu is available. Afternoon tea is served. The restaurant is open 24 hours.

Onsite restaurant #2 - This fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and has a bar. Reservations are required in the winter.

Onsite restaurant #3 - This seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Onsite restaurant #4 - This seafood restaurant serves dinner only.

24-hour room service is available.

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin, Cochin,  India, Dining Restaurant

Recreation

  • Boat launch nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rowing or canoeing nearby
  • Rowboats nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Boating on site
  • Swimming on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Fishing nearby

Spa

  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body wraps
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin

4.5
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
4.5
Hotel condition:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
4.8
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.0
Neighbourhood:
3.9
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Lesley B from Hemel Hempstead, UK
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 20 Nov 2011

“An Oasis of Calm in busy Cochin, India”

The Taj Malabar deserves it's 5 star rating - I had stayed there in March 2008. Sadly the view out of the back rooms is now dominated by a huge Container Port - whilst the hotel is still brilliant - I think the changed view shoud have been mentioned on the hotel web site. General comment: Wereturned to visit in November 2011- Cochin was busier than ever and pollution had increased.

A Traveller from UAE
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 8 Apr 2011

“OK for short visit”

From what i saw there aren't any great hotel locations in Kochi . The Taj is probably as good as you can find but there are no other hotels or restaurants nearby so expect to travel or use the hotel facilities. Of all the facilities used the spa was outstanding not cheap but very good The garden and pool area is inhabited by crows that will literally take the food from your plate and although service within the hotel building is good its very difficult to even order a drink outside

Pal PS from Brampton, Ontario, Canada
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 17 Mar 2011

“Impressed very much.”

Great hotel, everyone spoke english. Excellent view, great food. The only small thing I didn't like was that there is notthig at walking distance. Pal and Sara

Carlos Maltez from São paulo Brazil
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 4 Mar 2011

“BEST HOTEL IN COCHIN!”

Great location! Right in the corner of an island, The Taj Malabar has one of the best views in Kerala! The Spa is fantastic with a wide range of ayurvedic massages. For those who wants a busy neighborhood, I do not recomend..

Antonio from Paris
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 22 Jan 2011

“Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin”

not beautiful room! old hotel too much noise in the morning with boats in the yards around the hotel! small pool Spa not very clean restaurant servers not polite slow service away from hotel I asked a car at the airport, and someone picked me!

Area recommendations
not beautiful room! old hotel too much noise in the morning with boats in the yards around the hotel! small pool Spa not very clean restaurant servers not polite slow service away from hotel I asked a car at the airport, and someone picked me!
Oliver B from London
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 17 Sep 2010

“Crunkin in Cochin”

Very helpful staff in all departments from room service to travel advisors. Amazing facilities and rooms. Avoid the astronomically over priced laundry service though - best cleaning your gruds in the bath the hanging them of the ceiling fans! Great Buffet, but the fish restaurant was distinctly average for a 5- star hotel. Cocktails proved to be better value for money than shorts. Disappointed I didn't get chance to use the spa and gym facilities as these looked excellent.

Area recommendations
Mattancherry and Fort Cochin for strolling and shopping
A Traveller from Boston
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 27 Jan 2010

“Great Facility”

Excellent facilty for a quiet stay. A bit from the city but that may not be a bad thing at the end of the day. Rooms are clean and adequate. Good excercise facility and swimming pool. Food in restaurants are expensive and ordinary and you are better off going into town for dinner.

Area recommendations
Mattancherry
Charlene from New York
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 21 Jan 2010

“Indias special hotel in Kerala”

The staff in the hotel was exceptional, anything you needed they were able to accomodate us with. I would highly recommend this hotel.

Area recommendations
Kanya Kumari. Three oceans meet and it is a special place.
Akbar from Calgary, AB
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 20 Jan 2010

“Memories of days gone by!”

An excellent hotel in a prime location over looking the water/harbour. Check in was simple, and we got a fantastic corner room on the 4th floor overlooking the harbour. Service is generally good, but after travelling in india for a few weeks, not 5star. The staff means well, but further training is required. The Rice boat restaurant although quaint and nicely appointed, is terribly expensive for what you get. The free afternoon tea is a nice touch, and so is the free sunset boat cruise which is daily. Pool is wonderful and the spa is also worth checking out.

Area recommendations
Kochi town, old or new.
Flossie T from Delhi
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 16 Sep 2009

“Very classy place”

Taj means luxury when it comes to hotels. I was overall very pleased with my stay here. Upon check in I couldn't get the dvd player to work and they sent up a technician as soon as I called. My room looked out onto the water and it was great. Architecture in the hotel was very nicely done. Spa and pool were both staffed with helpful folks. The restaurants were all delicious. I especially recommend the Rice Boat, the service, the food and the atmosphere were all great.

Traveller's tip
Kalyan's Silk Store was a great place for fabric shopping. It had several floors, helpful but not too pushy sales staff, and a nice orderly packaging system.

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin

Willingdon Island Cochin, 682009 India

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Jain Temple - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
  • Mattancherry Palace - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
  • Santa Cruz Cathedral - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
  • St. Francis Church - 2 km / 1.2 mi
  • Durbar Hall Art Gallery - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
  • Hill Palace - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi

Location Highlights

  • By sea
  • On waterfront
  • In historical district
  • On island
  • Water nearby
  • Cruise ship terminal nearby
  • Ferry terminal nearby
  • Medical center nearby

The preferred airport for Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin is Cochin (COK-Cochin Intl.) - 25.1 km / 15.6 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Nearest Major Airport:

  • Kochi, India (COK-Cochin Intl.)

Area:

Willingdon Island, Cochin, India: Willingon Island is set in the middle of Ernakulam’s estuarial backwaters, and connected to mainland India by road. The Kochi Naval Airport is here, along with a number of parks and schools. Mattancherry Palace, Fort Kochi, and Santa Cruz Basilica are notable points of interest in Kochi, a peninsula west of the island connected by road. The Arabian Sea is within 2 miles (3 kilometers).

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Cochin

Willingdon Island Cochin, 682009 India

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