Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive - Kochi

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Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive - Kochi
Marine Drive, Kochi, India, 682011·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.4
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Free WiFi9.0
Who stays here
Families37%
Couples19%
Business16%
Groups15%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.4
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Free WiFi9.0
Who stays here
Families37%
Couples19%
Business16%
Groups15%

5-star hotel on Marine Drive with harbour views and Kerala hospitality

Rooms

Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive offers 108 guest rooms with harbour views from most units. Floor 5 and 6 have been fully renovated, while older rooms retain a comfortable old-world style. Superior rooms, deluxe king rooms, and executive suites provide options for both city and harbour outlooks.

Dining

The hotel's Bubble Café serves international buffet and à la carte meals throughout the day, with a noted variety of local Kerala dishes. Guests frequently praise the breakfast spread and the care taken to prepare Jain versions of local fare. Swirl Bar offers crafted cocktails, with staff like Saju and George recommended for personalized drink recommendations.

Wellness

An outdoor pool bordered by palm trees and lounge chairs provides a space for swimming and relaxation. The on-site spa & wellness centre includes steam room, full body massage, foot massage, and spa packages. The fitness centre with varied equipment is available for guests.

Business & Events

The hotel's Waterside Hall can accommodate up to 500 people for conferences or celebrations, and has been recently renovated for improved space and aesthetics. Meeting/banquet facilities, a business centre, and fax/photocopying services support corporate needs. Wedding and engagement functions are commonly hosted, with chefs like Sarath and Mithun noted for custom menus.

Location & Activities

Located directly on Marine Drive, the hotel has a private gated entrance to the waterfront walkway, popular for morning walks of up to 5 km. Fort Kochi ferry terminal is a short walk away, and the hotel also offers a complementary boat ride on weekends exclusively for its guests. Proximity to Mattancherry Palace, Durbar Hall Art Gallery, and the Water Metro makes sightseeing easy.

  • Location: On Marine Drive waterfront, walkway with private access for guests
  • Rooms: 108 rooms with harbour views, including Executive Sea View and corner rooms
  • Dining: Bubble Café offers all-day international dining and local Kerala specialties
  • Wellness: Spa with personalized treatments and outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees
  • Business: Waterside Hall meeting space capacity up to 500 people
  • Bonus: Exclusive complimentary boat ride on weekends for hotel guests
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Arabic, Hindi
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:110
Former name
The Gateway Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Studio
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
King Studio
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Superior Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed2 Single beds1 Single bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Steam room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room view

  • Sea view
  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
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Essential information about Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive

💵 Lowest room price 42 £
📏 Distance to centre 2.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 32.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cochin International, COK

Location

Marine Drive, Kochi, India, 682011
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Marine Drive, Kochi, India, 682011
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Marine Drive, Kochi, India, 682011
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