Description
This Keralan city is bursting with culture and history. The Old Harbour hotel, just a small distance from many of the great attractions, is a small luxurious hotel with the original façade and architectural elements. The thirteen spacious rooms, with high ceilings, have views over the courtyard and fountain or over the ancient Chinese fishing nets, which are a very popular attraction of Cochin. The stylish rooms provide an eclectic blend of antique furniture and varied art, and this combination offers a feel of Kerala. The Cottages are situated in the gardens of this hotel and the warmth of the morning and evening sun can be appreciated by having an open-to-sky-shower.
This homely boutique hotel has a restaurant which will cater to all guests' needs. Being situated close to the Chinese Fishing Nets, a huge variety of seafood is served fresh from the nets, and they have a special seafood menu with a barbecue every night in the garden. The Old Harbour is home to plenty of fresh organic foods and juices throughout the day.
From this hotel there are plenty of sites within walking distance and a guide can be arranged for morning and afternoon tours.
When to travel
Isolated from much of India by the Western Ghats, the climate of Kerala & Karnataka is tropical and as a result of the mountain ranges the area isn’t as dry as much of India. The best time to visit is from April through June. While there can be the occasional light showers these are just a prelude of the wet weather to come. The weather is generally hot and humid during this early summer. The monsoon season arrives in late June and thus can wash out July and August. September is much more humid as a result of the rainy season, and the fall can be dry but with the humidity this makes it feel quite the warm. The temperatures cool down and the humidity lets up as winter comes in around December, with this season lasting until February when the dry spring returns. Winter can be a pleasant time to visit, especially if you’re looking to head off the beach and explore this Indian land of mystery.
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Location and directions
Cochin
The Old Harbour hotel is in the centre of Fort Cochin (Kochi), in Kerala, southern India, just a small distance from many of the great attractions in Cochin.
How to get there
13-hour flight (1 change) to Cochin International Airport. Cochin is the nearest airport to Old Harbour hotel, 45km away, a journey time of 1-hour.
