Brunton Boatyard-cgh EarthvsAshtamudi Villas
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Brunton Boatyard ranks significantly higher than Ashtamudi Villas. Brunton Boatyard ranks #1 in Kerala with accolades from 5 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Brunton Boatyard-cgh Earth
 Fodor's
 Frommer's
 The Telegraph
 Mr & Mrs Smith
 Lonely Planet
Calwati Road, Fort Cochin, Kochi 682001, India
From $79/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "Built in a combination of Dutch and Portuguese colonial styles, this elegant hotel is on the site of a former boatyard, facing the harbor's Chinese Fishing Nets." Full review
 "Situated at the water's edge on the site of a bustling boatyard, this is the best located hotel in Fort Cochin, and the space gives it the edge on Malabar House." Full review
8.0
 "The Brunton Boatyard Hotel is a sprawling and sumptuous five-star retreat built on the ashes of a Victorian shipyard in the style of a colonial-era palace." Full review
 "A waterfront estate built on the site of a Vistorian boatyard, Brunton Boatyard hotel pays homage to historic Fort Cochin, India's oldest European settlement, with its grand colonial-style." Full review
 "Most rooms gaze out over the harbour, and have bathtubs and balconies with refreshing sea breezes. There are three excellent restaurants, complimentary yoga and bicycles, and a waterfront pool" Full review
Ashtamudi Villas
 Lonely Planet
Near Kadavoor Church, Kollam 691601, India
From $18/night
- Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 - 24-hour front desk
 - Express check-in / check-out
 
Top choice
 "These charming lakeside cottages are easily the best choice for a relaxing, affordable stay in Kollam." Full review