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Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin

Willingdon Island, Cochin
Rated 8.4 in 670 reviews

Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin is a luxurious hotel situated on Willingdon Island, offering stunning views of the Arabian Sea and the serene backwaters of Kerala. Known for its unique blend of old-world charm and modern elegance, the hotel provides a tranquil retreat in the bustling city of Cochin. Guests are greeted with warm hospitality and can enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens and the classic colonial architecture that define the property's character.

The hotel provides a variety of well-appointed accommodations, ranging from elegantly designed rooms to lavish suites, each offering a blend of traditional decor and contemporary amenities. The rooms feature large windows that frame the picturesque surroundings, making them a perfect haven for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Taj Malabar Resort & Spa boasts an array of dining options that cater to diverse palates. From authentic local cuisine to international fare, the restaurants and bars provide memorable dining experiences. The Pepper restaurant serves a delightful mix of Continental, North Indian, and traditional Kerala dishes, while the harbour-view dining at Rice Boat offers delectable seafood specialties.

The hotel's Jiva Spa offers holistic wellness treatments that draw from ancient Indian healing traditions, allowing guests to indulge in soothing therapies and rejuvenate their senses. Additionally, the resort features a well-equipped fitness center, an outdoor infinity pool, and a range of recreational activities, ensuring a comprehensive stay experience.

Whether you are visiting for leisure or business, Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin provides the perfect setting to explore the cultural heritage and natural beauty of Cochin. With its exquisite location and exemplary service, the hotel ensures a memorable stay for all its guests.

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Climate and Weather

January
 32°
 23°
 28°
 9
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
February
 33°
 24°
 28°
 9
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
March
 33°
 26°
 29°
 9
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
April
 32°
 26°
 30°
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Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
May
 31°
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Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
June
 29°
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Sun hours / day
 9
Rain free days
July
 28°
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 6
Rain free days
August
 28°
 24°
 26°
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Sun hours / day
 10
Rain free days
September
 29°
 24°
 27°
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Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
October
 30°
 24°
 28°
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Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
November
 31°
 24°
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 20
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December
 32°
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Rain free days
Mattancherry Palace
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1km / 0.64mi
Santa Cruz Basilica
Santa Cruz Basilica
Church in Kerala, India
1.7km / 1.1mi
Mattancherry Paradesi Synagogue
Mattancherry Paradesi Synagogue
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1.2km / 0.77mi
St. Francis Church
St. Francis Church
Church in Kerala
1.9km / 1.2mi
Fort Kochi beach
Fort Kochi beach
Beach in India
1.9km / 1.2mi
Ramnath Santheri Kamaskshi Devasthan
Ramnath Santheri Kamaskshi Devasthan
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1.6km / 1mi
Our Lady of Life's Church
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0.8km / 0.5mi
Fort Immanuel,Fort Kochi
Fort Immanuel,Fort Kochi
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2.1km / 1.3mi
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Indo-Portuguese Museum
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2.1km / 1.3mi
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2.6km / 1.6mi
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2.1km / 1.3mi
The Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom
The Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom
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2.5km / 1.6mi
Marine Drive, Kochi
Promenade in Kochi, Kerala
2.2km / 1.4mi
Ernakulam Terminus
Railway station in Kerala, India
2.8km / 1.7mi
St. Mary's Syro-Malabar Catholic Cathedral Basilica
St. Mary's Syro-Malabar Catholic Cathedral Basilica
Church in Kerala, India
2.4km / 1.5mi
St. Francis of Assisi in Kochi
St. Francis of Assisi in Kochi
Church in Kochi, Kerala, India
2.5km / 1.5mi
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2.3km / 1.5mi
Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium
Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium
International multi-purpose stadium in Kochi, Kerala, India
5.5km / 3.4mi
St. George's Catholic Forane Church
St. George's Catholic Forane Church
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7.8km / 4.8mi
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Temple in India
7.3km / 4.6mi
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Changampuzha Park
Urban park in Kochi
7.1km / 4.4mi
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Elamkunnapuzha Subramanya Swamy Temple
Pre-15th century Hindu temple north of Kochi, Kerala
7.6km / 4.7mi
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Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Temple in Thrippunithura, Kerala, India
9.5km / 5.9mi
Kerala Museum
Kerala Museum
Museum of history and art near Edappilly, Kerala, India
9.8km / 6.1mi
St.Lawrence Church
St.Lawrence Church
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8.9km / 5.6mi
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Chakkankulangara Temple
Hindu temple in Kerala, India
9.8km / 6.1mi
Hill Palace
Hill Palace
Archeological museum, heritage museum in Kochi, India
11.4km / 7.1mi
Aroor Church
Aroor Church
Church in Aroor, Kerala, India
11.2km / 7mi
Pavumbayil
Pavumbayil
Hindu temple in Aroor, Kerala
10.4km / 6.4mi
Dhakshina Udupi Dhanvantari Temple
Hindu temple in Thripunithura, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India
10.9km / 6.8mi
Aroor Karthyayani Devi Temple
Aroor Karthyayani Devi Temple
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12.3km / 7.7mi
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Chottanikkara Devi temple
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15km / 9.3mi
Kattupuram Masjid
Kattupuram Masjid
Old mosque in Vaduthala, Kerala
15.8km / 9.8mi
St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's Church
Church in Chandiroor, Alappuzha
14.2km / 8.9mi
Kunnel Dharmadaiva Temple
Kunnel Dharmadaiva Temple
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17.2km / 10.7mi
Shanmukhapuram Temple
Shanmukhapuram Temple
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17.1km / 10.6mi
Puthukkadu Subrahmanya Temple
Hindu temple in Perumbalam island, Alappuzha district, Kerala, India
17.6km / 11mi
Arayukulangara Temple
Arayukulangara Temple
Hindu temple in Perumbalam island, Alappuzha district, Kerala, India
17.4km / 10.8mi
Thiruvaloor Mahadeva temple
Thiruvaloor Mahadeva temple
Hindu temple in Kerala, India
17.5km / 10.9mi
Neduvelil Bhagavati Temple
Hindu temple in Udayamperoor, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India
16.1km / 10mi
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19km / 11.8mi
Ooraliparambu Dharmasastha Temple
Hindu temple in Cherthala Taluk, Alappuzha district, Kerala, India
18.9km / 11.7mi
Cherai Beach
Cherai Beach
Beach in Ernakulam district, Kerala, India
20.3km / 12.6mi
Paravur Synagogue
Paravur Synagogue
Synagogue in Paravur, Ernakulam, Kerala
20.7km / 12.9mi

What to do in Cochin and near Taj Malabar Resort & Spa, Cochin

Mattancherry Palace
Mattancherry Palace
Palace at Mattancherry built by Portughese
1km / 0.64mi
Santa Cruz Basilica
Santa Cruz Basilica
Church in Kerala, India
1.7km / 1.1mi
Mattancherry Paradesi Synagogue
Mattancherry Paradesi Synagogue
Synagogue in India
1.2km / 0.77mi
St. Francis Church
St. Francis Church
Church in Kerala
1.9km / 1.2mi
Fort Kochi beach
Fort Kochi beach
Beach in India
1.9km / 1.2mi
Ramnath Santheri Kamaskshi Devasthan
Ramnath Santheri Kamaskshi Devasthan
Hindu temple in Kochi, Kerala
1.6km / 1mi
Our Lady of Life's Church
Catholic church in Kerala, India
0.8km / 0.5mi
Fort Immanuel,Fort Kochi
Fort Immanuel,Fort Kochi
Kochi
2.1km / 1.3mi
Indo-Portuguese Museum
Indo-Portuguese Museum
A museum in Fort Kochi, Kerala
2.1km / 1.3mi
Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary
Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary
Sanctuary in India
2.6km / 1.6mi
Bolgatty Palace
Bolgatty Palace
Building in India
2.1km / 1.3mi
The Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom
The Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom
Church in India
2.5km / 1.6mi
Marine Drive, Kochi
Promenade in Kochi, Kerala
2.2km / 1.4mi
Ernakulam Terminus
Railway station in Kerala, India
2.8km / 1.7mi
St. Mary's Syro-Malabar Catholic Cathedral Basilica
St. Mary's Syro-Malabar Catholic Cathedral Basilica
Church in Kerala, India
2.4km / 1.5mi
St. Francis of Assisi in Kochi
St. Francis of Assisi in Kochi
Church in Kochi, Kerala, India
2.5km / 1.5mi
Broadway
Shopping street in Ernakulam, Kerala, India
2.3km / 1.5mi
Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium
Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium
International multi-purpose stadium in Kochi, Kerala, India
5.5km / 3.4mi
St. George's Catholic Forane Church
St. George's Catholic Forane Church
Syro-Malabar church in Kochi, India
7.8km / 4.8mi
Chittoor Sree Krishnaswamy Temple
Temple in India
7.3km / 4.6mi
Changampuzha Park
Changampuzha Park
Urban park in Kochi
7.1km / 4.4mi
Elamkunnapuzha Subramanya Swamy Temple
Elamkunnapuzha Subramanya Swamy Temple
Pre-15th century Hindu temple north of Kochi, Kerala
7.6km / 4.7mi
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Temple in Thrippunithura, Kerala, India
9.5km / 5.9mi
Kerala Museum
Kerala Museum
Museum of history and art near Edappilly, Kerala, India
9.8km / 6.1mi
St.Lawrence Church
St.Lawrence Church
Church in Edakochi, Ernakulam district, Kerala
8.9km / 5.6mi
Chakkankulangara Temple
Chakkankulangara Temple
Hindu temple in Kerala, India
9.8km / 6.1mi
Hill Palace
Hill Palace
Archeological museum, heritage museum in Kochi, India
11.4km / 7.1mi
Aroor Church
Aroor Church
Church in Aroor, Kerala, India
11.2km / 7mi
Pavumbayil
Pavumbayil
Hindu temple in Aroor, Kerala
10.4km / 6.4mi
Dhakshina Udupi Dhanvantari Temple
Hindu temple in Thripunithura, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India
10.9km / 6.8mi

About Cochin

Cochin, also known as Kochi, offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. One of the highlights of the city is the historic Fort Kochi area, where you can explore colonial architecture, narrow streets, and vibrant art galleries. The Chinese fishing nets, a symbol of the city, are particularly interesting to observe, especially during sunset when they create a picturesque scene.

The Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, showcases a mix of Portuguese and Dutch influences. Its murals and exhibits provide insight into the region's royal heritage. Nearby, the Jewish Synagogue in the historic Jew Town is another significant site. Dating back to the 16th century, it features beautiful antique decor and is a testament to the Jewish community's rich history in Cochin.

For those interested in spirituality, the Santa Cruz Basilica is worth a visit. This stunning church, with its impressive architecture and serene ambiance, reflects the city's colonial past. The Kerala Folklore Museum offers a deep dive into the region's cultural history, showcasing traditional art forms, costumes, and artifacts.

Cochin is also known for its cuisine, which is a delightful mix of spices and flavors. Trying local dishes, particularly seafood, can be a rewarding experience. For a different perspective of the city, consider taking a backwater cruise through the nearby Vembanad Lake, where you can observe the lush landscapes and traditional village life.

Lastly, if you're interested in local markets, the Lulu Mall offers a modern shopping experience, while the spice markets in Mattancherry provide a taste of the area's trading history. Each of these experiences contributes to a deeper understanding of Cochin's unique identity.




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