Vivanta by Taj, Cochin

Situated on Willingdon Island with a magnificent view of Cochin harbour, the Vivanta by Taj - Malabar is strategically placed to explore the beaches as well as the city of Cochin.

Vivanta by Taj - Malabar situated on the Wellingdon Island, combines old-world elegance with modern day convenience. In its heritage wing, built in 1935, graceful Victorian interiors aptly reflect the inherent beauty of Cochin. Its tower wing houses guestroom suites, each a delicate mix of the classic with the contemporary.

Hotel Facilities
At Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, you are offered quality facilities and distinctive services. Business services include copier, laptop computers on hire, mobile phones on hire, multimedia computers, portable printers on hire, secretarial services, wireless Internet access and workstations. The meeting-cum-banquet rooms can seat 30-300 persons or 25-250 persons for cocktails/receptions. The hotel also provides a business centre with a boardroom. Boat cruises with cocktails/lunch/dinner on board can also be arranged. A range of theme options are also available. Leisure and other services include babysitting, beauty parlour/salon, car hire service, currency exchange, doctor-on-call, express laundry/dry cleaning, florist and travel assistance.

Fitness and fun facilities include backwater cruises, chill shower, fitness centre, Jacuzzi, souvenir shop, bookshop, speed boat rides, stam room, swimming pool and Taj Cinnamon Coast Luxury Yatch. For kids, there are board games, fishing, kite making, playstation and movies, pool games, storytelling and table tennis. Taj Spa's abode is a separate Spa villa that has double treatment rooms and four Ayurveda rooms which allow you to experience this age-old, holistic therapy in quiet.

Room Amenities
The rooms offer distinctive elegance with comfort. All the guestrooms are equipped with wireless internet connectivity, international direct dialing facility, electronic safe, mini bar, hair dryer and television with satellite programs. All rooms also offer mineral water, tea/coffee maker, and a fruit platter. The Tower Wing Rooms are inspired by local architecture but infused with European elegance. The rooms offer a breathtaking view of the Chinese fishing nets or the harbour. Heritage Wing Rooms have graceful Victorian interiors with arched pillars. The newly renovated Executive Suites incorporate a separate living room and bedroom with traditionally carved ceiling. The suite offers a grand 4-poster bed, marble-clad bathroom, a breakfast table in the balcony and a breathtaking view of the waters and the islands beyond. The Deluxe Suite has graceful Victorian interiors and generous spaces appointed with ethnic artifacts. The suite includes a separate living room and bedroom, large king size bed, study area, dressing room, spacious bathroom, and a private terrace garden with a balcony overlooking the backwaters. All rooms have wireless Internet connectivity, international direct dialing facility, electronic safe, mini bar, hair dryer and television with satellite programs. All rooms also offer mineral water, tea/coffee maker, and a fruit platter.

Dining
From casual, all-day eateries to formal, fine dining, you can sample from a wide selection of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks at the Vivanta by Taj - Malabar. The dining culture at Taj explores the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines, serving traditional and contemporary favourites. Dolphin's Point is a seasonal open-air restaurant by the bayside that offers outstanding barbeques and grills. The Pepper is an all-day diner that offers a variety of cuisines as well as soothing views of the backwaters and lush gardens. If you love seafood, hit the The Rice Boat which is seafood specialty restaurant that offers a layout and decor inspired by a traditional 'kettuvalam' rice boat; the garden entrance takes the form of a full-scale prow with an authentic cane roof and lanterns adding to the ambience. And if you want to sample some of the most authentic Thai food in Kerela, The Thai Pavilion is where you should go. Mattancherry Bar is a relaxing lobby lounge bar that offers plenty of fine spirits from around the world.

Internet: Available | Parking Facility: Available

Check-in Time: 2 PM | Check-out Time: 12 PM