Last week I had a trip to Cochin, Kerala. Its a nice place to see.
I stayed at Bolgatty Palace near(2km) to Cochin. I was surprised to see the an old palace as a 4 Star hotel. Their service is good even it s undertaking by govt of Kerala.
We can enjoy the beauty of cochin from bolgatty island. Cochin Shipyard is nearby. Hotel provides "HOUSEBOAT" facility also.