One of our top picks in Cochin.Housed in a renovated Dutch colonial building, Poovath is located on the white sands of Fort Kochi Beach. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, it features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. The Poovath Heritage Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Jewish Street and Synagogue. Just a 10-minute walk from Saint Francis Church, it is 25 mi from Cochin International Airport. Fitted with wooden flooring, air-conditioned rooms at the hotel feature large windows with sea or garden views. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and a mini-bar are included. Poovath Heritage’s restaurant serves a variety of dishes, including Indian, Thai, Chinese or European dishes, accompanied with sea views. In-room dining is possible. Travel arrangements can be made at the tour desk. Guests can have a quiet read in the library or use the free Wi-Fi provided in the hotel’s public areas.