Forte Kochi

Hotels
9.6 (1036 reviews)
1/373. Princes Street Fort Kochi , Cochin , in

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Great location
Cons:
Some areas slightly dated
Noise from the street at night

Categories

Cleanliness
9.41
The hotel is well-maintained and clean, with attention to detail.
Service
9.99
All staff provided enthusiastic, genuine and attentive service, exemplifying exceptional hospitality.
Location
9.92
Excellent location in the heart of Forte Kochi with many attractions within walking distance.
Room Quality
9.37
Spacious rooms with character charm, though some are slightly dated.
Amenities
9.4
Charming courtyard and pool area, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
Value for Money
9.36
Offers a great blend of heritage and modern features at a reasonable price.
Food and Beverage
9.41
Food quality is generally praised, with a good selection available.
Overall Experience
9.98
An enjoyable stay overall, highlighted by the staff's personalized service and the atmospheric setting.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 05:55

Property Description

Luxurious Heritage Hotel on Princess Street
Forte Kochi offers a 5-star experience in the heart of Fort Kochi. With an outdoor swimming pool and rooms equipped with modern amenities, this hotel seamlessly blends luxury with heritage charm.

Culinary Delights and Diverse Menu
Indulge in a variety of dining options at Forte Kochi. From authentic local Kerala flavors to a selection of pan-Indian, pan-European, and British dishes, not to mention a delectable lineup of seafood delicacies, there's something to satisfy every palate.

Convenient Location for Sightseeing
Located just 200 meters from Santacruz Basilica Kochi, Forte Kochi is also in close proximity to popular attractions like Jew Street, the Jewish synagogue, Dutch Palace, and St. Francis Church Kochi. The hotel's 24-hour front desk staff are on hand to provide sightseeing guidance and travel assistance, ensuring you make the most of your stay.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury, heritage, and warm hospitality at Forte Kochi!

Important information:

Complimentary one-and-a-half-hour guided heritage walk from 7 am to 8:30 am to explore the colonial history of Fort Kochi.

For stays covering 24th & 31st December, a Mandatory Gala dinner supplement is included in the given rate.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for Rs. 2,500 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for Rs. 3,500 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 1036 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.41
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 9.37
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.36
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 9.98
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MIYAKE family_with_children in
10
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Khushi family_with_children in
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Danish couple in
10
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Oliver solo_traveller gb
10
Best hotel in Kochi!
Pros:

What a fantastic stay from start to finish! By far the best hotel I’ve stayed in India. Stay at this hotel in Kochi! Service, pool, food, room amenities, location are all 5 star! The hotel is beautiful with top facilities tastefully decorated with a laid back luxury feel. The staff go out of their way to make your stay special. Special thanks to Jerin Joseph and his team for arranging a courier for a large handicraft purchase to the UK during my stay. He truly went out of his way to make this happen on a Sunday (non-working day) on my last day. Thank you for a fantastic stay, my only regret is that I didn’t stay in Kochi longer. I’ll be back soon.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Ksenia solo_traveller cy
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Helen couple au
9
Charming and delightful
Pros:

Great location, beautiful, large rooms with stunning decor. Delightfully friendly and accommodating staff.

Cons:

The pool was warmer than the outdoor shower.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Digisha family_with_children in
10
Pros:

Forte Kochi was the best part of our trip. The staff,the pool, the vibe, everything was warm, cozy and so wholesome! they went miles to ensure my little child was comfortable. 10/10

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller ch
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Emily solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The pool area and room were beautiful. In a scenic spot in Fort kochi

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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akhilavishnu05 Couples Hyderabad, Hyderabad District, Telangana
10
Amazing
Pros:

Had a really good time. The service was amazing

2026-05-14 via Tripadvisor
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Ammu07 Family Guilderland, New York
10
Perfect stay!
Pros:

Wonderful stay! The staff, room and premises was absolutely great! When two of us went down with the flu, the staff went above and beyond to help us, by getting a doctor on site, accomodating special food requests and constantly enquiring of our well being. The hotel itself is so gorgeous, with authentic instagram worthy Portuguese architecture! Shout out to Shaan and Jayachandran and other staff - thank you! Highly recommend the hotel!

2026-05-14 via Tripadvisor
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lakeshore4573 Friends getaway Brisbane, Brisbane Region, Queensland
10
An amazing find in Kochi
Pros:

The service here was exceptional.
Breakfast were a great mix of indian classics and European styles.
The room is quaint with a great bed and lovely bathroom.
Overall it was a great stay.

2026-05-14 via Tripadvisor
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Anantanand couple us
8
Pleasant stay in a hospitable environhment.
Pros:

Staff was very warm and hospitable.
The cook, in particular, was attentive to our needs. We had Ayurveda massages which were very good.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Nibu couple in
8
Enjoyable stay but too much focused on foreign guests
Pros:

Well located and themed

Cons:

Breakfast menu which is made for foreigners, I was expecting a wider local kerala cuisine in the menu

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Pascal49100 solo_traveller fr
10
Exceptionnel Forte Cochi: un charme fou !
Pros:

Absolument ravissant: - ce charme colonial, qui vous transporte hors du temps !!! - Un personnel aux petits soins, - un emplacement fabuleux - un confort absolu, un petit déjeuner délicieux, agrémenté d'un gâteau d'anniversaire de ce 12 mai 2026, avec les voeux du personnel. Bref, un séjour inoubliable, pour un prix defiant toute concurrence. Un énorme Merci du fond du coeur, à tout le personnel de cet établissement. Nous y reviendrons c'est promis.

Cons:

Je cherche encore !

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple us
9
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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shehlee2014 Couples Seoul
8
Beautiful Hotel
Pros:

Boutique style, quaint hotel with a Portuguese vibe. Beautiful restoration of a historic building in a great location.

Welcoming and friendly staff.
Smooth check in.

Room:
Clean, comfortable with filtered water bottles, French press for coffee, nice touch.
Our room was facing the street, so noisy at all the times.
Bathroom clean, modern with all amenities.
White bathroom rug was stained.

Breakfast buffet:
A blend of Indian and Western items; made to order omelets, waffles, french toast and Dosa; fruits and cereals.

Afternoon tea:
Served in the courtyard by the pool.
Some snacks with tea/coffee...very relaxing.
We did not try the evening dinner served here.

Dinner:
The first night, had pizza with beer at the restaurant, was good; very relaxing.
Valentine's Day: Beautiful decorations.
Buffet dinner: Vast selection of dishes and desserts, very good.

A lot of food and shopping options close to the hotel on either side of street.
Close to waterfront, can walk to the fishing nets.

Courteous, friendly and helpful staff; helped arrange taxi to airport, thank you.

All in all, a good stay.

2026-05-11 via Tripadvisor
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674loicc Couples
10
Best place to come in forte cochi
Pros:

Exquisite stay at hotel forte Cochin. Staff was very careful and available for any request. Indoor space is wonderful and a piece of history of Cochin

2026-05-11 via Tripadvisor
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Mirza Rais solo_traveller in
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
7
Lovely hotel but no hot water..
Pros:

The hotel itself is stunning to look at from the outside and quite impressive on the inside too.
The service is friendly, welcoming and quite efficient.
The furnishings are in keeping with a period property and overall I enjoyed my stay.

Cons:

One of the reasons I chose this hotel, and the room in particular which I was happy to pay extra for, was because it had a bath.
Having not soaked in a bath for two weeks since leaving the U.K. all I wanted was a hot, yes HOT, bath.
Not a single drop of hot water came out of the taps in the evening, nor for the entire of the following morning. Several calls to reception, and even a visit from a staff member, couldn’t find me any hot water.
They offered to pay for my dinner from the night before, but wouldn’t go any further and include my bar bill nor discount my room as they’d already run the total through my card company. They did offer me a massage, which I declined.
So you could say they tried, but not hard enough. Not when the only reason I paid for a room upgrade was to have a bath.
It’s 2026! Surely bad plumbing is a thing of the past?! Clearly not.
Be warned, don’t stay here if you want a hot bath, or shower for that matter.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee