DRThiruvananthapuram: Kochi, a destination that is much looked forward to by every tourist who comes to Kerala, has everything that can keep a traveller engrossed in its world: the sea, backwaters, monuments and heritage.
Located in this fascinating island is the stunning property of Kerala Tourism Development Corporation’s (KTDC) Bolgatty Palace and Island Resort.
The other attraction on the property is Kochi International Marina and Bolgatty Event Centre. Bolgatty Palace is a mansion with four palatial rooms, providing guests world-class amenities and numerous holidaying options. Originally built by Dutch traders in 1744, it is the oldest of its kind that exists outside Holland.
The resort is neatly tucked among giant umbrellas of refreshing green and is sure to give an exotic island experience.
The resort has a main block, a mansion block, which houses the palace rooms and a marina block that faces the marina.
No other property in Kochi offers guests the advantage of such a vantage point from where one can see historical Kochi. The Marina block has the marina on one side and the golf course on the other. There are six lake view cottages also in the resort. The resort is encircled by a nine-hole golf course established in 1925. Overlooking the backwaters, Kochi port, Vallarpadam International Container Terminal and the Arabian Sea is the Bolgatty Event Centre.
The venue is ideal for conducting conferences, conventions, exhibitions, meetings, wedding receptions and theme dinners.
According to M Vijayakumar, Chairman, KTDC, the island resort is also the venue that hosts the most number of destination weddings in Kochi. Besides, MICE and incentive meets are regular events at the property.
Located on the eastern coast of Bolgatty Island is the Kochi International Marina – the first full-fledged marina of international standards in India with a berthing facility for 34 yachts and services like water, electricity and sewage pump-outs etc. Marina House, built in the traditional Kerala architectural style, serves as a station for vessels to refuel and replenish their stores.
Facilities at Kochi International Marina
- Round-the-clock Security
- Supervision for the yacht
- Power outlet at every berth
- Portable water outlet at every berth
- Single phase 16 amps supply
- Full power back up by hotel generator
- Facilities for three phase supply at 32 amps if required
- Sewage pump out arrangements
- Minor repair facilities for hull, electrical systems, machinery and plumbing
- Shore toilet
- Laundry facilities
- Marina House Gym
- Marina House Recreation Room
Guided Tours for Tourists
- Marine Drive
- Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace
- Synagogue and Jew Town
- Durbar Hall Art Gallery
- Vasco da Gama Square/Chinese Fishing Nets
- Fort Kochi
- Willingdon Island
- Pierce Leslie Bungalow
