Marriott International has opened the Kochi Marriott Hotel, its fifth hotel under the company’s flagship Marriott Hotels brand in India.

This will be the second Marriott International property in the Kochi city and is located amidst the Lulu Mall campus, one of the largest malls in the country.

Strategically located at just 22 kilometres from the Kochi International Airport and nine kilometres from the main City Centre, the hotel design embraces a wonderful blend of contemporary style, warmth and sophistication, all inspired from the natural landscapes of the city.

Rajeev Menon, area vice president, south Asia, Marriott International said: “Kochi Marriott Hotel is an exciting addition to the Marriott Hotels portfolio.

“This property embodies the brand’s drive to enable its guests to Travel Brilliantly.

“We believe the city of Kochi has tremendous potential for business and hospitality growth, making it an obvious choice for the Marriott Hotels brand.”

He added: “The Kochi Marriott Hotel will set new standards in offering guests a dynamic hotel experience.”

Kochi Marriott hotel offers its guests 274 spacious and elegantly designed rooms which include 25 club suites, one vice presidential suite and one plush presidential suite.

Coupled with state-of-the-art facilities and services, these rooms provide an elevated standard of design and décor that reflects real comfort and style.

The Kochi Marriott Hotel has been conceptualised to meet the varied tastes of travellers; business and leisure alike.

The hotel offers an exciting range of dining options, each one special in its own authenticity and flavours.

To complete this holistic experience, the wellness floor at the Kochi Marriott Hotel has the renowned “Quan Spa” offering both Western and traditional Ayurveda treatments, a well-equipped fitness centre and a lap size pool.