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Sonnetta Residency

3.0 star property
Fort Kochi guesthouse in historical district

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Double Bedroom Non A/C | In-room safe, free WiFi
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Double Bedroom Non A/C | Living room | LCD TV

Double Bedroom Non A/C

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room Non A/C | In-room safe, free WiFi

Family Room Non A/C

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Bedroom | Bathroom amenities | Shower, free toiletries, slippers, towels

Double Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Living room | LCD TV

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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1/387, Princess street, Fort Cochin, Kochi, Kerala, 682001

What's nearby

  • Chinese Fishing Nets - 5 min walk
  • Fort Kochi Beach - 10 min walk
  • Mattancherry Palace - 3 min drive
  • Spice Market - 4 min drive
  • Wonderla Amusement Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cochin International Airport (COK) - 81 min drive
  • Valarpadam Station - 13 min drive
  • Kadavanthra Station - 15 min drive
  • M. G. Road Station - 16 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Jetty - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kashi Art Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loafer's Corner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trouvaille Cafe and Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fusion Bay - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sonnetta Residency

Enjoy your visit to Kochi with a stay at Sonnetta Residency. Guests will have free perks such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 1 PM
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • 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

Children

  • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Boat tours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 1300 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 300.0 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.
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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Sonnetta Residency House
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Frequently asked questions

Does Sonnetta Residency offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonnetta Residency 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sonnetta Residency?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sonnetta Residency?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Sonnetta Residency?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 1300 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonnetta Residency?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Sonnetta Residency and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours. Sonnetta Residency also has a garden.
What's the area around Sonnetta Residency like?
Sonnetta Residency is a short 10-minute walk from Fort Kochi Beach and 4 minutes' walk from St. Francis Church.

Sonnetta Residency Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Made to feel very welcome here
Sonnetta Residency is a homestay located in the heart of Fort Kochi district in Princess St. It is in easy walking distance to the foreshore and Chinese nets as well as the ferry service. Breakfast is included in the price but other meals are unavailable, however there are many very good and reasonably priced restaurants in walking distance in Princess St, Rose St and others. It was nice to be able to try so many. I suggest A/C room as it can get quite hot. The owner and staff are very friendly and helpful. They can arrange tours, taxis, etc if needed. Kochi felt very relaxing and I would be happy to stay at Sonnetta Residency again.
David, 18-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Highly recommended!! Friendly and most helpful staff.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home Sweet Home
I felt at home. Excellent employees, good breakfast and a great location.
Reuben, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sweet Home
Truly amazing. They make you feel at home. A very informal and professional attitude from all the employees.
Reuben, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location, very helpful staff.
Reliable hot water (unusual in India), comfortable bed, great location. Staff super helpful (many thanks for sorting out an airport taxi for us at a very short notice after we were stood up by our driver).
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Pleasant hotel in Fort Cochin
A pleasant hotel in the centre of Fort Cochin within easy walking distance of restaurants, sights and transport. I would recommend it for anyone looking for a convenient, budget alternative to big chain hotels. The staff were very pleasant and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Homelike, sweet, close to water
The owner, staff, and other guests are very friendly. Sonnetta can help you arrange day trips and more in the area. The place is very clean: people are asked to leave shoes in a rack downstairs. Breakfast is small and cooked on-the-spot-- a good opportunity to meet other travelers, since we sit together. My room was for four people and worked well. I see that there are many equally well located places to stay in Fort Kochi, but I would stay at Sonnetta again because of the owner and people who work there.
Susana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good location in the main Street in Fort Cochin.
This home stay provided me with almost three weeks accommodation at an excellent room rate. I was staying longer than most since Fort Cochin is a very popular destination for backpackers and turnover at the home stay was high. It wouldn't be fair to rate this accommodation in the same way as a hotel. Nevertheless, the room was comfortable and the staff friendly and helpful in every respect.
lucerne, 22-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So nice we stayed twice.
Close to everything but the airport. Good WiFi new flat screen. Lots of hot water. Nice family atmosphere, well maintained. Next time I'll stay here again.I
james, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Terrific stay in a great location.
The staff here are amazing. They are welcoming and willing to help in any way they can to make your stay memorable and help you feel at home. They organized our tour experiences and transfers at a moments notice. The facilities and room amenities are basic and a little old, but the room was incredibly clean and very comfortable. Bottled water is always provided. Great value for money. Cafes, restaurants, shopping, beach and bars are just a few minutes walk in this beautiful area. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and recommend to all travelers and backpackers.
Lb, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Good value for money
For within this budget the accommodation is good. Nice location, all facilities fine and the family were friendly.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Memorable stay
This was my first visit to Cochin and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The hosts were wonderful, the hotel is situated in a great location in Fort Cochi. I look forward to returning.
Murdo, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The place was excellent, location great. Breakfast was home made every day. Highly recommend.
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Ian, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel for cleanliness made very welcome Location good very central to the bus and ferry No beaches only fishing beach but great to watch Only negative was continental breakfast only had toast maybe a little more selection
kathy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful clean hotel with warm friendly staff.
We were warmly welcomed by the owner Xavier and staff on our arrival. The airport pick up had been arranged efficiently prior to this. We were early to check in and so they kindly made another room available for us to rest and refresh while they prepared our room. All the rooms and hotel throughout are very clean with everything in good working order. We were able to get sound advice and arrange excursions as well very efficiently. Xavier is a well-established member of the community and as such, was able to advise and guide us well. Also the staff are willing to chat and we made friends with everyone there! Breakfast is simple and freshly prepared and delicious. We will return and thoroughly recommend Sonnetta's to anyone looking for a homely, quiet and cultured visit. Kerala Kathakali Centre is 5 mins walk and Xavier arranged the tickets for performances there too.
Mohini, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, highly recommend
Lovely staff and location. Perfect place to stay to see all Kochi and surrounding areas. Lovely room and bathroom. Really enjoyed the staff and amazing breakfast.
Edmund, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very happy. Value for money. Super location.
Super location. Near Chinese fishing where I could eat fresh sea food. Kerala style. Superb. Very safe as I was a female teavelling alone. No doubt in recommending to any one.
Kumari. , 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and Comfortable
Very friendly people and a great location in Fort Kochi. Great value for money with air con, cable TV and fridge.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cute Cochin (Kochi)
Xavier is the Christian owner, named after St. Francis, and will likely greet you. If he gives you advice you should follow it. On display is his picture with Mother Theresa. Xavier will explain all the switches and adjustment for the shower. It was first shower that had water hot enough to scorch you—be careful. You can request AC if you are overwhelmed by the heat, but the fan is the better choice. Marble floors throughout and good wi-fi. The included breakfast is either a toast and beverage style or an Indian choice. It is a mistake to not choose the Indian breakfast. The room door has a curtain, which is customary, and a formidable latch and pad lock-which I never felt necessary so I didn't even use it. Princess street is best described as the cutest street in Kochi and just off the peripheral walkway.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Right in the heart of Fort Kochi
Aging, but well maintained and well appointed, quaint place right in the center of tourist interests in Fort Kochi.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel Staff
I went to the hotel in the afternoon and the staff there help me booked a backwater cruise for tomorrow. The hotel is very close the the Chinese net and have a few nice restaurant nearby.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

On Princess street, great location
Originally was going to stay only 1 night but decided to extend to 2. I usually only book my first night in a hotel until I can see the condition before deciding to stay any longer, but if you are like me and are considering staying a few days in Cochi, there's no need to hesitate to book multiple nights at the Sonnetta Residency. For me, the important things in accommodations are: a clean bed, good wifi, a good location, and if possible breakfast included and Sonnetta had all these things. Breakfast was a little simple, coffee, a few toad with jam and a banana, but that's pretty much what I eat on any weekday when I'm at home. Across the street from Sonnetta is a pretty good restaurant as well, with chairs laid out on a terrace. The manager, I didn't get his name, but he genuinely seemed concerned about my comfort/happiness more than turnover and the business aspect as is usually the case in India. A tip for getting there from Ernakulam junction station. Take the ferry to Fort Cochi. Ferry pier is about 15 minute walk from train station, or 40 rupee tuk-tuk, then a 6 rupee ferry ride to Fort Cochi, then another 15 minute walk from the jetty to the hotel. Just ask around for "princess" street, everyone knows where it is. I would not hesitate to stay at Sonnetta Residency again.
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8/10 Very good

Come for 1 day, stay 3
At first I only booked one night in Cochi but I enjoyed the environment so much I stayed a little longer. I usually only book my first night in a hotel until I can see what it's like before deciding to stay longer but I can assure you, if you are like me and planning to stay 2 or 3 night, don't hesitate to book them all at once if you're staying at The Sonnetta Residency. Also, the gentleman at the reception, I didn't get his name but he seems to run the place, is genuinely friendly and helpful. The breakfast was simple, milk coffee, a few toast with jam and a fruit, in my case a banana. For me it was enough, that's usually all that I eat on weekdays when I'm at home. There's also a pretty good restaurant across the street with chairs outside. Good food, good portions, reasonable price. A tip for getting to Kochi, take the ferry. The ferry pier is about a 15 minute walk from Ernakulam junction. Then a 6-rupee ferry ride to Fort Kochi jetty. Then another 15 minute walk from the jetty to the hotel. After the ferry ride, when you get to fort Kochi jetty, just ask around for "Princess street", everyone knows where that is.
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10/10 Exceptional

Glad I chose to stay here !!
We went to Kochi on vacation and stayed at Sonnetta for 3 days. It is located just a couple minutes walk from the sea side (not a beach where you can get into water and play or swim). It is located on a charming street with old Portuguese style buildings. Sonnetta is also a heritage building, although the recent renovations have robbed it of the heritage feel inside. The rooms are clean and the service is very friendly. All tourist attractions in Fort Kochi are within walking distance (2-3 Kilometers). Breakfast was complimentary and was quite good. Eating joints nearby are plenty.
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