Hotel Associates of Joyram Travels Agency

This relaxed hotel is 2 minutes' walk from Sai Baba temple, a 5-minute walk from Dwarkamai temple and 1 km from ‘Wet N’ Joy’ water park. The simple rooms feature ceiling fans, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms have bucket baths, while upgrades add bathtubs and/or showers. Some rooms offer air-conditioning. Room service is available, and kids 4 and under stay free. The hotel serves free breakfast. There's also a restaurant serving Chinese and Indian cuisine.

Overlooking the West Coast Canal, this upscale resort is 12.4 km from downtown Kochi and 16.1 km from Mattancherry Palace. The modern rooms feature flat-screen TVs and desks with ergonomic chairs, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. WiFi and bottled water are free. Upgraded rooms add balconies with water views. The property features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna, plus a fitness center and a spa. Dining options include a grill, a poolside bar and an international eatery. There's also meeting space. Address: Kumbalam South, Kumbalam, Cochin, Kerala 682506

Set 1.3 km from Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the Tripura governor, this low-key hotel is 3.1 km from the Ujjayanta Palace and 4.2 km from the Tripura Government Museum. The simple rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as tea and coffeemaking equipment. Room service is on offer. There's a restaurant and a fitness room. Safe deposit boxes are available. Parking is complimentary.