Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

Photo gallery for Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive

Aerial view
Interior entrance
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sea View
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Explore the area

Map
Marine Drive Ernakulam, Kanayannur, Kerala, 682011
  • Marine Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mattancherry Palace
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Fort Kochi Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Cochin (COK-Cochin Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Harbour view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room (Sunset View)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Harbour View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Single Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, Twin Bed, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

Superior Room, Twin Bed, Harbor View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Ernakulam

A luxury stay in Kanayannur awaits you at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive. Within steps you'll find Marine Drive and Rainbow Hanging Bridge within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials along with Ayurvedic treatments and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Bubble Cafe, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Swirl is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 5-property class Ernakulam North hotel, you'll find Lulu Mall.

What's nearby

  • Marine Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bolgatty Palace - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Spice Market - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Mattancherry Palace - 16 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Fort Kochi Beach - 40 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Lissie Metro Station - 4 min drive
  • Maharaja's College Station - 18 min walk
  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oven - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Punjab House Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bharat Cofee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ojeen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caravan - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Kanayannur hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive offers 108 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

This Kanayannur hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (INR 833 per 24-hour period)
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 600 for adults and INR 600 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bubble Cafe
  • Sian
  • Swirl

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; Permanent Account Number (PAN) cards will not be accepted due to national regulations. Travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. Indian citizens must show a PAN card at check-out for cash transactions exceeding INR 25,000.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 June 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1500.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately INR 600 for adults and from INR 600 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: INR 800 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: INR 833 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 2500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1500.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 4-device limit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive on 4 May 2025 start from NZ$125.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

Yep, Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

The closest beach to Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive is Fort Kochi Beach (4.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive have a pool?

Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool.

Is Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and supervised childcare, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive is a hit with families.

Does Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Vivanta Ernakulam, Marine Drive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 469 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita, Frederick,

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.

10/10 Excellent

SARATH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was amazing, staff are friendly good breakfast and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ajitha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the entire stay.View was amazing!!!Hospitality and food was exceptional!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ajitha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our 5 day stay .Staff was very friendly and helpful.Wouls stay again and recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great hotel

excellent hotel. location is nice too though not near the backwaters. service is top notch. Breakfast is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siddharth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with the facility and with our room. Clean and well-maintained. Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Helpful and friendly hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I stayed for two nights in December 2024. Very professional and courteous staff. Breakfast buffet was the best I have ever had. Every selection you could think of. I area around the hotel is great for walking and shopping. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyway staying in Kochi.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort

Good Location, Okayish Service

Not so great service at breakfast. Great location. Facilities in the room seem a little outdated. We booked a city view but got a view of a building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Not 5 star, but perfectly okay

The people/service was excellent. For a 5 star hotel it was lacking - it wasn’t clean enough throughout the room (although the bathroom was fine). Had it been 3/4 star we would have rated it higher.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

subramani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geetha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient as it is close to the railway station. Amazing views of the marine drive and sea and harbor. Excellent breakfast and dining options! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geetha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property next to Marine drive. The sea views are amazing. Great dining options as well. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great exp
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devesh

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Azim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upon checkin, there were three issues: - room phone not working - Tv not working - Shower drain was blocked and water collected in the stall All items got resolved individually after asking for help! One should not have to seek assistance for all these issues. On the second night i got sick from the buffet food. Since it was a buffet I cannot identify what food item to be blamed. Took me three days to recover.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
My room did have a balcony, but the doors had to be kept closed to keep the heat out and also because of mosquitos. The hotel has a beautifully tiled foyer - it must have been renovated since the image in the listing was taken. The public spaces were nice, but my room was a bit 'institutional' with very few 'comforts' and terrible lighting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zainab Javid

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

VINEET

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place to stay, very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shivani

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, good staff and an excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Saranpal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tharma

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024