One of our top picks in Cochin.Offering tastefully furnished rooms in the historic heart of Cochin, The Malabar House boasts an outdoor pool overlooking tropical views. It has a spa and a restaurant providing buffet breakfasts. Just 2 miles from the antique market at Jew town, Malabar House is across from India’s oldest church, beautiful St. Francis Church. It is 28 miles from Cochin Airport and a one hour drive from Vembanad Lake. Individually designed, air conditioned rooms feature Indian craftwork and pleasant pastels. Offering a private balcony, they have a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a tea/coffee maker. Relaxing Ayurvedic massages and beauty treatments await at the spa and salon. The staff can provide travel assistance, bike rental and laundry services. Both Western and local flavors can be enjoyed at Malabar Junction Restaurant, which features a wood-beamed ceiling and stylish furnishings.