1/341, Rose Street, Next to St. Francis Church, Kochi, Kerala, 682001
What's nearby
Chinese Fishing Nets - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Fort Kochi Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mattancherry Palace - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Spice Market - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Bolgatty Palace - 16 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Cochin International Airport (COK) - 83 min drive
Valarpadam Station - 14 min drive
Kadavanthra Station - 15 min drive
Maharaja's College Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Jetty - 1 min walk
Kashi Art Cafe - 3 min walk
Loafer's Corner - 3 min walk
Trouvaille Cafe and Bakery - 2 min walk
French Toast Fort - 4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Arches
When visiting Kochi, Hotel Arches is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
All-inclusive
All-inclusive room rates at Hotel Arches are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Room service (late night)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1964
Garden
Library
Art gallery on site
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
Hand-held showerheads
Closed captioned TV
Raised toilet seat
Height-adjustable showerhead
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Accessible bathtub
Visual fire alarm
Doorbell and phone notification
Lever door handles
Phone accessibility kit
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance
Ceiling hoist
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Children's dinnerware
Dining table
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Cleaning supplies
Special features
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 300 for adults and INR 200 for children
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: GoPay and MobilePay.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note: To comply with local law, no alcohol will be served in this property on the first day of every month.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Arches offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Arches does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Arches?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arches?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arches?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Arches and nearby?
Hotel Arches has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arches?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Arches like?
Hotel Arches is a short 9-minute walk from Fort Kochi Beach and 3 minutes' walk from St. Francis Church.
Hotel Arches Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2024
Excellent hotel in Fort Kochi
The five of us stayed for two nights across 3 rooms. the rooms were very clean and quiet. The staff at the hotel are very friendly and polite and always willing to help.
Martin
Martin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
12 Apr 2019
The rooftop breakfast was nice and ceiling shower in the bathroom was nice touch. Was disappointed that the bed clothes didn't get changed, new toilet paper was not added when the rolls run out, the bathroom towel mat was not changed. The room was also infested with mosquitoes which made sleeping almost impossible a couple of the nights. We were also asked for the keys to the room on two separate occasions from the reception staff on the grounds that if we wanted our room cleaned, even though the cleaning staff had keys and had cleaned our room on the previous days. I would never stay in this hotel again and would not recommend it for anyone.
Unhappy
Unhappy, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 Mar 2018
Great location, large rooms, housekeeping could be better, scratchy sheets, AC and wifi is sporadic. Breakfast on the rooftop was nice but food quality was poor.
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
26 Jan 2018
okay to stay. Crowded surroundings
Hotel is an old establishment. Parking is difficult. No drive in access to the hotel.
Courteous staff and refreshing set up for breakfast on the roof top. Can't justify any comparison to four star hotels in the city. can't give more than a 2 star rating.
Certainly, the staff do try their best in offering their services. That is the most comforting part of the stay.
Venu
Venu, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
31 Dec 2017
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Feb 2017
The staff were very helpful. Great location to explore fort kochi on foot . Very quiet and peaceful area . Good restaurants in the area.
We really enjoyed Fusion Bay. Food in hotel good.
Graham
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10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2015
Brilliant
I loved this place, we arrived late and the staff still put together a small meal plate even though it was 11 pm for us as we had been travelling all day with no dinner. The hotel location is great and so beautiful inside as well as a real bargin!
Amrit
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2015
convenient and comfortable
walkable to attractions, attentive staff, noce rooftop breakfast, comfortable room...recommend!
deb
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2015
Charming boutique hotel in the heart of Fort Kochi
This was our first trip to India and we are so glad we stayed at Arches Hotel. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel is right in the center of Fort Kochi area and within minutes walk to the Chinese fishing nets and beach area. There are many small eateries surrounding the hotel as well as shops selling clothing, handicrafts, spices and books. There are a few foreign exchange centers also with good rates.
The hotel itself is very clean and the room is very comfortable. Hot showers and cold AC makes a big difference when you are coming back sweaty and hot from walking around town. The breakfast is delicious and you can order eggs or enjoy the daily dosa or appam breakfast with fruits, cereals and bread among the selection.
If you need help getting some things like medicine or fruits, the staff will go out of their way to help you get it. Also they can arrange tours and taxis to airports.
Michael
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Mar 2015
Pleasant stay
Our stay was pleasant. Will go back if opportunity arises.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Mar 2015
Restful Stay
Hotel Arches is a small, but beautiful, boutique hotel with a great location for walking tours of Fort Cochin, massages, cooking classes, and Kathakali performances. Our visit was during low season, so it seemed quiet and peaceful for a comfortable stay.
Gloria
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 Mar 2015
Very welcoming
Very helpful and friendly staff - only disappointment for us was the breakfast which was a little underwhelming.
Glen
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jan 2015
Best location
This hotel is in a great location for Fort Kochi, restaurants and shops and sites in walking distance. Staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Penny
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2014
Nice, comfortable hotel
Very friendly & helpful staff
Suneel
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 Dec 2014
Good price
small hotel but comfortable the food on the roof top restaurant pretty pathetic mainly catering for European taste breakfast was ok as long as you order any thing special the day before front desk very helpful enjoyed our stay lots of shops around good spot overall for price better food around the area and lots of mosquitos
michael
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8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2014
Cruiser, comfy, safe
Middle of fort area, old but nice hotel. Standard indian Hiram bathroom. Good hot water. Good is ok, not great. Staff mostly friendly, especially management. Nice rooftop breakfast.
Boots
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
24 Apr 2014
pricey but not up to standard
minimal service. they say yes for everything but cannot deliver
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2014
Excellent hotel
Very pleasant hotel with large rooms, friendly staff and good facilities. We were upgraded to the hotel suite which was a large, well-appointed very comfortable room. The hotel is very well located near to the historic area of the Chinese fish nets and walking distance to restaurants, bars, craft and art shops etc. Staff were helpful and friendly. Indian style breakfast on the top floor was very good.
Don
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Feb 2014
Very good location for sightseeing. Very friendly service both at the reception-being welcomed by garland was a first- as well as Rooom Service and the Restaurant. Good breakfast choice, which was included in price. Good alcarte menu too. On the whole a very good value for money. Definitely will recommend.
Aftab
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Jan 2014
Lovely hotel in a great location
Lovely, quaint hotel in the heart of Fort Cochin. Walking distance from most places you'll want to visit. Friendly staff, nice rooms.
T
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2014
Gorgeous hotel
Lovely hotel with great food. Very aesthetic. I will definitely come back and stay for a longer period. Great location less than 5 minutes walking distance from Fort Cochin the nerve centre of all happenings.
Sulo
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Dec 2013
Loved it
Booked a room last minute, was surprised at the hotel. It was decorated nicely, the staff were all very kind (except for the server during breakfast; he was a little cold.) There was a huge thunderstorm and the power went out all over the neighborhood but it came back on after a few seconds at the hotel; I'm guessing they have a generator. All in all, I'd definitely stay there again.
meridien
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2013
Good Hotel
Lovely hotel with European standard cleanliness. We had a delux double room. The bed was very comfortable and nearer a Superking in size. The Wifi worked very well in the room. And the continental breakfast in the rooftop restaurant was also very good. The staff were very helpful and organised trips and taxis. It might be worth knowing the taxi to the airport booked thru the hotel was cheaper than the advertised fare around town.
Karen
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Jul 2013
Review of Hotel Arches-Fort Cochin
This was worth every penny we spent. The staff welcomed us very well.....the housekeeping staff, the counter manager everyone was very polite and helpful. The breakfast was just awesome with choices of Indian,English and Continental breakfast. We did not enjoy the dinner though.Lunch was always outside the hotel.
The hotel is closeby to few attractions like chinese fishing nets,st.francis church,santacruz basilica etc. Shopping options are in the vicinity. Eating out options are also closeby.I would recommend this hotel to others
Abhishek
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2013
Nice location
Hotel is located very nicely near the beach & other tourist attractions like Chinese fishing nets, Churches & Synagogues. Reception staff was very courteous & friendly. Room service was also satisfactory.