The Gateway Hotel
US$98
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for The Gateway Hotel
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US$98
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Gateway Hotel average US$70 in the cheapest month (June) and US$140 in the most expensive month (February), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$137 |
| February | US$140 |
| March | US$98 |
| April | US$92 |
| May | US$87 |
| June | US$70 |
| July | US$95 |
| August | US$100 |
| September | US$98 |
| October | US$89 |
| November | US$109 |
| December | US$124 |
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Most expensive: February (~US$140)
Cheapest: June (~US$70)
About this property
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, spa services, and three on-site restaurants near Marine Drive in Kochi.
Location
Taj Residency offers stunning views of the sea, the sunset, and Cochins harbour.It is a haven of modern comforts and style.The hotel is conveniently located on Marine Drive, just minutes from the city centre and Cochins busy commercial hub.It has 108 rooms including 12 suites with excellent amenities for its guest.
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Fitness room/Gym
Business centre
Room service
Location
Shanmugham Rd, Marine Drive, Ernakulam, Kerala 682011, India, Kochi, Kerala, India
Room options
Superior Room 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Twin Room Harbor View
Premium Room (Sunset View)
Premium Suite
Premium Twin Room (Sunset View)
Deluxe Harbour View Room
Premium Sunset View Room
03Executive Room Sea View Twin Bed
Deluxe Room Harbor View
01Superior Room City View Queen Bed
04Executive Suite 1 Bedroom Sea View King Bed
Superior Room Twin Bed City View
Premium Sunset View Twin Room
Executive Suite 1 Bedroom Sea View
Deluxe Harbour View Twin Room
03Executive Room Sea View Queen Bed
Guest reviews of The Gateway Hotel
7.3
Good
Based on 863 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
31%
Couple
23%
Family
32%
Group
7%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews of The Gateway Hotel Marine Drive Ernakulam, travellers praise its waterfront location with easy ferry access to Fort Kochi, friendly staff, and enjoyable breakfasts, while also noting a mix of dated and refreshed rooms.
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What guests think
Across reviews of The Gateway Hotel Marine Drive Ernakulam, travellers praise its waterfront location with easy ferry access to Fort Kochi, friendly staff, and enjoyable breakfasts, while also noting a mix of dated and refreshed rooms.
Many enjoyed harbor or sea views and the easy walk along Marine Drive. Cleanliness and in-room upkeep are generally good but inconsistent in some older areas, and renovation work can bring noise near certain sections. A few guests also noted unpleasant odors along the marina. Booking a renovated room away from active works tends to deliver the best experience.
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Facilities
Renovations are underway, and several guests reported heavy noise around certain areas, including the pool. Public spaces such as the lobby feel refreshed, and there is direct access to the Marine Drive walkway.
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Yobbo
17 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
This hotel under renovation and too noise , I did be informed before booking , regret after booking
This hotel under renovation and too noise , I did be informed before booking , regret after booking
6
Wilson
6 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
The Vivanta is undergoing slow renovations so it’s not fair to make this a review of the hotel as a whole. It’s just the first room I was assigned was a throwback to the 1970s and with the mold in the bathroom attesting to the passing of decades. I was moved to another room which was somewhat more from our own time. But then the keycard reader kept locking me out so they had to reprogram it or something. Anyhow the positives: the restaurant and bar are very nice spaces with pretty good food and drink. You can walk straight out to Marine Drive walkway, which is nice being right by the sea (but also somewhat sad and smelly—I know this is supposed to be the positive part!). The water metro (ferries) is just five minutes away by foot so you can easily get to Fort Kochi for historical sightseeing and pretty good shopping and dining, it’s an amazing 6 rupees. Overall I had a relaxing time and the staff and public spaces helped with that.
The Vivanta is undergoing slow renovations so it’s not fair to make this a review of the hotel as a whole. It’s just the first room I was assigned was a throwback to the 1970s and with the mold in the bathroom attesting to the passing of decades. I was moved to another room which was somewhat more from our own time. But then the keycard reader kept locking me out so they had to reprogram it or something. Anyhow the positives: the restaurant and bar are very nice spaces with pretty good food and drink. You can walk straight out to Marine Drive walkway, which is nice being right by the sea (but also somewhat sad and smelly—I know this is supposed to be the positive part!). The water metro (ferries) is just five minutes away by foot so you can easily get to Fort Kochi for historical sightseeing and pretty good shopping and dining, it’s an amazing 6 rupees. Overall I had a relaxing time and the staff and public spaces helped with that.
10
Anita
20 Jan 2025
·
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
10
P A
28 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Stayed at this hotel about four years ago - then tired and in need of refurbishment. This time much improved. Food and service excellent.
Stayed at this hotel about four years ago - then tired and in need of refurbishment. This time much improved. Food and service excellent.
10
vijay kumar
26 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
A nice stay which was as expected,but the room was quite small and there was a lot of repair noises,It appears that the the Gateway is going into vivanta .
A nice stay which was as expected,but the room was quite small and there was a lot of repair noises,It appears that the the Gateway is going into vivanta .
10
mohan
11 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Staff and service were always, and continue to be, excellent. The recent renovation of the hotel as part of its up-gradation to Vivanta is very well done.
Staff and service were always, and continue to be, excellent. The recent renovation of the hotel as part of its up-gradation to Vivanta is very well done.
8
Saji
16 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This property need lot of renovation ,bathrooms ,bed rooms all these areas need more attention ,no iron is also an issue .All the areas if you look around need more attention .Location is beautiful getting around is easy .
This property need lot of renovation ,bathrooms ,bed rooms all these areas need more attention ,no iron is also an issue .All the areas if you look around need more attention .Location is beautiful getting around is easy .
10
Siddharth
2 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
8
Nidhi
3 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
This is a good hotel if you wish to be in the central area of Kochi. The ferry to fort kochi is close at hand and you are smack on marine drive in ernakulam. The hotel gave me a room on the top floor with a harbor view as booked (so I do not think I received a complimentary upgrade). But the room was fine and had a lovely view and was in the section that has been newly renovated. But the swimming pool area had massive construction work that was noisy and made the use of the pool unpleasant. The hotel should have warned me when I booked the room but did not do so. And you cannot open the room windows which means no fresh air. That apart a good hotel, evidently transitioning to Vivanta. Ask for a room on the top two floors.
This is a good hotel if you wish to be in the central area of Kochi. The ferry to fort kochi is close at hand and you are smack on marine drive in ernakulam. The hotel gave me a room on the top floor with a harbor view as booked (so I do not think I received a complimentary upgrade). But the room was fine and had a lovely view and was in the section that has been newly renovated. But the swimming pool area had massive construction work that was noisy and made the use of the pool unpleasant. The hotel should have warned me when I booked the room but did not do so. And you cannot open the room windows which means no fresh air. That apart a good hotel, evidently transitioning to Vivanta. Ask for a room on the top two floors.
8
Suresh
9 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Renovating currently, so stay away from rooms around which they’re knocking & drilling. Otherwise, highly recommended.
Renovating currently, so stay away from rooms around which they’re knocking & drilling. Otherwise, highly recommended.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews highlight clean, well-maintained rooms, but others note lapses such as odors, mold, hairs in bathrooms, and dusty furnishings. Overall cleanliness feels inconsistent across older and newer sections.
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Wilson
6 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
The Vivanta is undergoing slow renovations so it’s not fair to make this a review of the hotel as a whole. It’s just the first room I was assigned was a throwback to the 1970s and with the mold in the bathroom attesting to the passing of decades. I was moved to another room which was somewhat more from our own time. But then the keycard reader kept locking me out so they had to reprogram it or something. Anyhow the positives: the restaurant and bar are very nice spaces with pretty good food and drink. You can walk straight out to Marine Drive walkway, which is nice being right by the sea (but also somewhat sad and smelly—I know this is supposed to be the positive part!). The water metro (ferries) is just five minutes away by foot so you can easily get to Fort Kochi for historical sightseeing and pretty good shopping and dining, it’s an amazing 6 rupees. Overall I had a relaxing time and the staff and public spaces helped with that.
The Vivanta is undergoing slow renovations so it’s not fair to make this a review of the hotel as a whole. It’s just the first room I was assigned was a throwback to the 1970s and with the mold in the bathroom attesting to the passing of decades. I was moved to another room which was somewhat more from our own time. But then the keycard reader kept locking me out so they had to reprogram it or something. Anyhow the positives: the restaurant and bar are very nice spaces with pretty good food and drink. You can walk straight out to Marine Drive walkway, which is nice being right by the sea (but also somewhat sad and smelly—I know this is supposed to be the positive part!). The water metro (ferries) is just five minutes away by foot so you can easily get to Fort Kochi for historical sightseeing and pretty good shopping and dining, it’s an amazing 6 rupees. Overall I had a relaxing time and the staff and public spaces helped with that.
10
Anita
20 Jan 2025
·
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
10
Matthew
26 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 6 nights
Friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet. Rooms were very clean with modern amenities!
Friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet. Rooms were very clean with modern amenities!
10
Hidetoh
21 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
it was awsome and very clean as well. the service and staff were excellent.
it was awsome and very clean as well. the service and staff were excellent.
10
VINEET
28 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Clean place to stay, very friendly staff.
Clean place to stay, very friendly staff.
10
David
1 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We were very happy with the facility and with our room. Clean and well-maintained. Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Helpful and friendly hotel staff.
We were very happy with the facility and with our room. Clean and well-maintained. Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Helpful and friendly hotel staff.
4
Neha
4 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
8
anthony
20 Jul 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Hotel is very nice reasonably priced and lovely staff. Hygiene on arrival spoils things - pubic hair and hair in bathroom is a real downer. Towels very old and worn. Bedding excellent. Service with tv excellent- on the whole very good - and would stay again
Hotel is very nice reasonably priced and lovely staff. Hygiene on arrival spoils things - pubic hair and hair in bathroom is a real downer. Towels very old and worn. Bedding excellent. Service with tv excellent- on the whole very good - and would stay again
6
Bobby
12 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
I had to change the room I got because of the an odder in the room. The rooms are small for the price and it’s not clean to the standards of a 5 star hotel. Furniture are old and dusty.
I had to change the room I got because of the an odder in the room. The rooms are small for the price and it’s not clean to the standards of a 5 star hotel. Furniture are old and dusty.
6
Charles
27 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The people/service was excellent. For a 5 star hotel it was lacking - it wasn’t clean enough throughout the room (although the bathroom was fine). Had it been 3/4 star we would have rated it higher.
The people/service was excellent. For a 5 star hotel it was lacking - it wasn’t clean enough throughout the room (although the bathroom was fine). Had it been 3/4 star we would have rated it higher.
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Rooms
Guests like the harbor and sea views, but room quality varies between renovated and dated spaces; some rooms feel small or have poor lighting. Reported issues include malfunctioning phones and TVs, blocked drains, keycard problems, and limited ability to open doors or use balconies.
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Wilson
6 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Vivanta is undergoing slow renovations so it’s not fair to make this a review of the hotel as a whole. It’s just the first room I was assigned was a throwback to the 1970s and with the mold in the bathroom attesting to the passing of decades. I was moved to another room which was somewhat more from our own time. But then the keycard reader kept locking me out so they had to reprogram it or something. Anyhow the positives: the restaurant and bar are very nice spaces with pretty good food and drink. You can walk straight out to Marine Drive walkway, which is nice being right by the sea (but also somewhat sad and smelly—I know this is supposed to be the positive part!). The water metro (ferries) is just five minutes away by foot so you can easily get to Fort Kochi for historical sightseeing and pretty good shopping and dining, it’s an amazing 6 rupees. Overall I had a relaxing time and the staff and public spaces helped with that.
The Vivanta is undergoing slow renovations so it’s not fair to make this a review of the hotel as a whole. It’s just the first room I was assigned was a throwback to the 1970s and with the mold in the bathroom attesting to the passing of decades. I was moved to another room which was somewhat more from our own time. But then the keycard reader kept locking me out so they had to reprogram it or something. Anyhow the positives: the restaurant and bar are very nice spaces with pretty good food and drink. You can walk straight out to Marine Drive walkway, which is nice being right by the sea (but also somewhat sad and smelly—I know this is supposed to be the positive part!). The water metro (ferries) is just five minutes away by foot so you can easily get to Fort Kochi for historical sightseeing and pretty good shopping and dining, it’s an amazing 6 rupees. Overall I had a relaxing time and the staff and public spaces helped with that.
10
Anita
20 Jan 2025
·
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
6
Azim
21 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Upon checkin, there were three issues: - room phone not working - Tv not working - Shower drain was blocked and water collected in the stall All items got resolved individually after asking for help! One should not have to seek assistance for all these issues. On the second night i got sick from the buffet food. Since it was a buffet I cannot identify what food item to be blamed. Took me three days to recover.
Upon checkin, there were three issues: - room phone not working - Tv not working - Shower drain was blocked and water collected in the stall All items got resolved individually after asking for help! One should not have to seek assistance for all these issues. On the second night i got sick from the buffet food. Since it was a buffet I cannot identify what food item to be blamed. Took me three days to recover.
10
vijay kumar
26 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
A nice stay which was as expected,but the room was quite small and there was a lot of repair noises,It appears that the the Gateway is going into vivanta .
A nice stay which was as expected,but the room was quite small and there was a lot of repair noises,It appears that the the Gateway is going into vivanta .
8
Fiona
21 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
My room did have a balcony, but the doors had to be kept closed to keep the heat out and also because of mosquitos. The hotel has a beautifully tiled foyer - it must have been renovated since the image in the listing was taken. The public spaces were nice, but my room was a bit 'institutional' with very few 'comforts' and terrible lighting.
My room did have a balcony, but the doors had to be kept closed to keep the heat out and also because of mosquitos. The hotel has a beautifully tiled foyer - it must have been renovated since the image in the listing was taken. The public spaces were nice, but my room was a bit 'institutional' with very few 'comforts' and terrible lighting.
10
Savitha
8 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were very nice waterview
Rooms were very nice waterview
10
David
1 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We were very happy with the facility and with our room. Clean and well-maintained. Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Helpful and friendly hotel staff.
We were very happy with the facility and with our room. Clean and well-maintained. Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Helpful and friendly hotel staff.
10
Siddharth
2 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
8
Nidhi
3 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
This is a good hotel if you wish to be in the central area of Kochi. The ferry to fort kochi is close at hand and you are smack on marine drive in ernakulam. The hotel gave me a room on the top floor with a harbor view as booked (so I do not think I received a complimentary upgrade). But the room was fine and had a lovely view and was in the section that has been newly renovated. But the swimming pool area had massive construction work that was noisy and made the use of the pool unpleasant. The hotel should have warned me when I booked the room but did not do so. And you cannot open the room windows which means no fresh air. That apart a good hotel, evidently transitioning to Vivanta. Ask for a room on the top two floors.
This is a good hotel if you wish to be in the central area of Kochi. The ferry to fort kochi is close at hand and you are smack on marine drive in ernakulam. The hotel gave me a room on the top floor with a harbor view as booked (so I do not think I received a complimentary upgrade). But the room was fine and had a lovely view and was in the section that has been newly renovated. But the swimming pool area had massive construction work that was noisy and made the use of the pool unpleasant. The hotel should have warned me when I booked the room but did not do so. And you cannot open the room windows which means no fresh air. That apart a good hotel, evidently transitioning to Vivanta. Ask for a room on the top two floors.
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Bobby
12 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
I had to change the room I got because of the an odder in the room. The rooms are small for the price and it’s not clean to the standards of a 5 star hotel. Furniture are old and dusty.
I had to change the room I got because of the an odder in the room. The rooms are small for the price and it’s not clean to the standards of a 5 star hotel. Furniture are old and dusty.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, polite, and helpful, with staff assisting with requests and special occasions. A few reviews report unhelpful or poor service.
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Vikram
21 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very bad service and the property is bad too
Very bad service and the property is bad too
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Matthew
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet. Rooms were very clean with modern amenities!
Friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet. Rooms were very clean with modern amenities!
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Millie
22 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
The staff was wonderful. Especially the team at The Bubbles Cafe! They remembered me at each meal, made me feel welcome and provided good service.
The staff was wonderful. Especially the team at The Bubbles Cafe! They remembered me at each meal, made me feel welcome and provided good service.
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Hidetoh
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
it was awsome and very clean as well. the service and staff were excellent.
it was awsome and very clean as well. the service and staff were excellent.
10
Sarah
5 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
My stay was good! I love the location, I liked the options at breakfast and the bed was incredibly comfortable. Great hospitality and customer service as well, everyone assisted with a smile.
My stay was good! I love the location, I liked the options at breakfast and the bed was incredibly comfortable. Great hospitality and customer service as well, everyone assisted with a smile.
10
mohan
11 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Staff and service were always, and continue to be, excellent. The recent renovation of the hotel as part of its up-gradation to Vivanta is very well done.
Staff and service were always, and continue to be, excellent. The recent renovation of the hotel as part of its up-gradation to Vivanta is very well done.
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Siddharth
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
10
ajitha
9 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Loved our 5 day stay .Staff was very friendly and helpful.Wouls stay again and recommend to family and friends.
Loved our 5 day stay .Staff was very friendly and helpful.Wouls stay again and recommend to family and friends.
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Neha
4 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
10
Ragini
1 Feb 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Had a great time at Viventa.All staff were very helpful.
Had a great time at Viventa.All staff were very helpful.
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Location
Central waterfront setting on Marine Drive with easy walking to shops and ferry links to Fort Kochi; access to a promenade is a highlight. Some guests mentioned unpleasant smells along the marina.
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Geetha
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient as it is close to the railway station. Amazing views of the marine drive and sea and harbor. Excellent breakfast and dining options! Will stay again!
Very convenient as it is close to the railway station. Amazing views of the marine drive and sea and harbor. Excellent breakfast and dining options! Will stay again!
10
Geetha
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great property next to Marine drive. The sea views are amazing. Great dining options as well. Will stay again.
Great property next to Marine drive. The sea views are amazing. Great dining options as well. Will stay again.
10
Manoj
26 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Foul smell from Marina
Foul smell from Marina
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Andrew
28 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed for two nights in December 2024. Very professional and courteous staff. Breakfast buffet was the best I have ever had. Every selection you could think of. I area around the hotel is great for walking and shopping. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyway staying in Kochi.
I stayed for two nights in December 2024. Very professional and courteous staff. Breakfast buffet was the best I have ever had. Every selection you could think of. I area around the hotel is great for walking and shopping. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyway staying in Kochi.
10
Abbas
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot right on the water, close to local dining and shopping. The best thing was the proximity to the super low cost boat ride to Fort Kochi. Worth a return for sure.
Great spot right on the water, close to local dining and shopping. The best thing was the proximity to the super low cost boat ride to Fort Kochi. Worth a return for sure.
10
Vinayan
5 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I wish if I had a chance to give more more stars. Amazing location, cleanliness and service. Don’t miss an evening/morning walk in Marine Drive, just behind the property.
I wish if I had a chance to give more more stars. Amazing location, cleanliness and service. Don’t miss an evening/morning walk in Marine Drive, just behind the property.
10
Sujatha
20 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Very convenient to get to Fort Kochi, sightseeing, shopping then back to relax. Good food and helpful staff.
Very convenient to get to Fort Kochi, sightseeing, shopping then back to relax. Good food and helpful staff.
10
Siddharth
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
8
Nidhi
3 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
This is a good hotel if you wish to be in the central area of Kochi. The ferry to fort kochi is close at hand and you are smack on marine drive in ernakulam. The hotel gave me a room on the top floor with a harbor view as booked (so I do not think I received a complimentary upgrade). But the room was fine and had a lovely view and was in the section that has been newly renovated. But the swimming pool area had massive construction work that was noisy and made the use of the pool unpleasant. The hotel should have warned me when I booked the room but did not do so. And you cannot open the room windows which means no fresh air. That apart a good hotel, evidently transitioning to Vivanta. Ask for a room on the top two floors.
This is a good hotel if you wish to be in the central area of Kochi. The ferry to fort kochi is close at hand and you are smack on marine drive in ernakulam. The hotel gave me a room on the top floor with a harbor view as booked (so I do not think I received a complimentary upgrade). But the room was fine and had a lovely view and was in the section that has been newly renovated. But the swimming pool area had massive construction work that was noisy and made the use of the pool unpleasant. The hotel should have warned me when I booked the room but did not do so. And you cannot open the room windows which means no fresh air. That apart a good hotel, evidently transitioning to Vivanta. Ask for a room on the top two floors.
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Neha
4 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
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Dining
Breakfast is often described as very good or excellent, and on-site dining is generally well liked. However, a few guests reported stale or cold buffet items, one illness after a buffet, and a dinner buffet that could be better.
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Geetha
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient as it is close to the railway station. Amazing views of the marine drive and sea and harbor. Excellent breakfast and dining options! Will stay again!
Very convenient as it is close to the railway station. Amazing views of the marine drive and sea and harbor. Excellent breakfast and dining options! Will stay again!
10
Anita
20 Jan 2025
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Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
Our family had a wonderful experience at Vivanta, Kochi. We had five rooms, and each of them was meticulously clean and well-appointed. My suite had a beautiful view of water. The lobby was inviting. The breakfast buffet was sumptuous. The staff were wonderful. We had a special birthday dinner, which was made super special by the restaurant staff. The Marine Drive location was central for visiting the area. The limited parking was a downside. In addition, the hotel rooms need a refresh in a year or two.
10
Geetha
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great property next to Marine drive. The sea views are amazing. Great dining options as well. Will stay again.
Great property next to Marine drive. The sea views are amazing. Great dining options as well. Will stay again.
6
Azim
21 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Upon checkin, there were three issues: - room phone not working - Tv not working - Shower drain was blocked and water collected in the stall All items got resolved individually after asking for help! One should not have to seek assistance for all these issues. On the second night i got sick from the buffet food. Since it was a buffet I cannot identify what food item to be blamed. Took me three days to recover.
Upon checkin, there were three issues: - room phone not working - Tv not working - Shower drain was blocked and water collected in the stall All items got resolved individually after asking for help! One should not have to seek assistance for all these issues. On the second night i got sick from the buffet food. Since it was a buffet I cannot identify what food item to be blamed. Took me three days to recover.
10
Matthew
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet. Rooms were very clean with modern amenities!
Friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet. Rooms were very clean with modern amenities!
10
Andrew
28 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed for two nights in December 2024. Very professional and courteous staff. Breakfast buffet was the best I have ever had. Every selection you could think of. I area around the hotel is great for walking and shopping. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyway staying in Kochi.
I stayed for two nights in December 2024. Very professional and courteous staff. Breakfast buffet was the best I have ever had. Every selection you could think of. I area around the hotel is great for walking and shopping. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyway staying in Kochi.
10
Sankar
3 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The physical condition of the hotel has improved significantly since my last visit. Breakfast buffet is very good, dinner buffet in Bubble cafe could be better for the price
The physical condition of the hotel has improved significantly since my last visit. Breakfast buffet is very good, dinner buffet in Bubble cafe could be better for the price
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Neha
30 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This place was absolutely disgusting and to think how much we paid for a room. The bathroom smelled like urine, was old, not renovated and the shower was broken. The entire hotel except the lobby needed updates. The breakfast buffet had stale food and limited options. The staff was less than helpful and/or enthusiastic. I would never stay again.
This place was absolutely disgusting and to think how much we paid for a room. The bathroom smelled like urine, was old, not renovated and the shower was broken. The entire hotel except the lobby needed updates. The breakfast buffet had stale food and limited options. The staff was less than helpful and/or enthusiastic. I would never stay again.
10
Siddharth
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Excellent property at a great location. The hotel is located right behind the beautiful Marine Drive, which is excellent for walking. We discovered the direct access gate to the Marine drive on our second day, wish we had done it before. The staff at the reception and the room service were very polite and helpful. They helped us find a non-smoking room on a floor which had no smoking rooms, which is what we wanted. The view was excellent. The breakfast buffet was very nice, with local as well as global options with freshness and taste. We got good recommendations for transportation, shopping and sight seeing from the staff. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
4
Neha
4 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
Vivanta Ernakulam was outdated, the bathroom smelled like urine, there were cracks in the floor, the shower was broken and it was far from a luxury hotel. Every part of the hotel except the lobby required renovation. The breakfast buffet had old, dry stale food and everything was cold. There were also limited options. The surrounding area smelled like sewage so I do not suggest walking by the water. The staff was less than enthusiastic to help and honestly seemed snobby. I would never stay again and cannot believe we paid as much as we did for a hotel like this.
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10
Abbas
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot right on the water, close to local dining and shopping. The best thing was the proximity to the super low cost boat ride to Fort Kochi. Worth a return for sure.
Great spot right on the water, close to local dining and shopping. The best thing was the proximity to the super low cost boat ride to Fort Kochi. Worth a return for sure.
10
Savitha
8 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were very nice waterview
Rooms were very nice waterview
10
Gopinath
2 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great property. Very relaxing stay.
Great property. Very relaxing stay.
10
Hidetoh
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
it was awsome and very clean as well. the service and staff were excellent.
it was awsome and very clean as well. the service and staff were excellent.
10
Joshua
13 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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FAQs about The Gateway Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 12:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, roundtrip airport shuttle services are available 24 hours for a surcharge.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel features elevators, step-free entrances, and wheelchair-accessible facilities including public areas and rooms.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located near Marine Drive in Kochi, just 0.1 km from Marine Drive and 0.4 km from Rainbow Hanging Bridge. It is also close to Mahatma Gandhi Road and Centre Square Mall, both within 1.4 km.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests.
What are the hotel policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
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