Kochi

Hotels in Kochi

Where the spice route meets the backwaters.

Chinese fishing nets at sunset, Fort Kochi · Photo: Rangan Datta Wiki, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Kochi is Kerala's main gateway, a port city of islands where Portuguese, Dutch and British history left churches, warehouses and a famous synagogue behind. Fort Kochi's walkable lanes and waterfront fishing nets draw leisure travellers, while the Ernakulam mainland around MG Road handles business and shopping. The city is a natural starting point for the backwaters and hill country. Weather is fine from September to early February; March and April are hot and humid.

Best time to visit
September to early February for fine weather (December is busiest, with the Cochin…
Airport
Cochin International Airport (COK)
Hotels listed
10 · 3 Luxury, 2 Premium, 2 Boutique, 2 Business, 1 Mid-range
Where to stay

10 hotels in Kochi

10 hotels

Forte Kochi

Fort Kochi (Princess Street)
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Things to see

Top attractions in Kochi

01

Chinese fishing nets

Giant cantilevered nets on the Fort Kochi waterfront, best seen at sunset.

02

Mattancherry Palace

Portuguese-built palace known for its Kerala mural paintings.

03

Paradesi Synagogue

16th-century synagogue in Jew Town with hand-painted floor tiles.

04

St. Francis Church

One of India's oldest European-built churches, in Fort Kochi.

05

Marine Drive

Waterfront promenade on the Ernakulam side, good for evening walks.

Travel tips

Kochi FAQs

How do I get to Kochi?
Cochin International Airport (COK) at Nedumbassery is Kerala's largest airport, with frequent flights to the Middle East, Asia and Indian cities.
When is the best time to visit Kochi?
September to early February; December is the busiest month. Avoid March–April, and expect heavy rain from mid-May to early September.
Where should I stay in Kochi?
Fort Kochi is the walkable heritage quarter, best for sightseeing; the mainland around MG Road and Marine Drive is the commercial centre.
How far is the airport from the city?
The airport is about 25–29 km north-east of the city centre.

Travel information sources: en.wikivoyage.org, en.wikipedia.org. Verified 2026-10-12.