Willingdon Island

The Willingdon Island, a man made island had been constructed by the materials dredged during the deepening of the Cochin port. The island is named after the former viceroy of India. Today, it is the commercial and industrial hub of Cochin and is also home to some of the best hotels, commercial offices and also important industrial headquarters. It is also one of the major artificial ports in India that serves as a principal connection to the other seaports of the world. The Willingdon Island is connected to the mainland or the Ernakulam District by the road and railway Venduruthy Bridge.

Features of the Willingdon Island, Cochin:

  -   It was first the Royal Air force that used the flat terrain of this island for the construction of a large aerodrome. Soon the virgin island became a major military base. The Willingdon Island was home to the airport for a long time before it was shifted to its present location in Nedumbessary.

  -   After the construction of the airport, The Government of Tourist information office was soon developed in its vicinity.

  -   Various national and international banks have opened their branches on this island.

  -   The Navy Headquarter is also located on the picturesque Willingdon Island along with the Customs House.

  -   There are also travel agencies, souvenir shops, warehouses and every other possible amenity on the island.

Here are the names of two grand hotels that are situated on the Willingdon Island:

Taj Malabar: This is the only five star deluxe hotels in Kerela. The hotel was built in 1930 and has since then been renovated several times to meet the demands of modern times. The hotel rooms have everything from internet and email facilities, mini bars, large work dress, shower cubicle and lots more that would cater to all the possible needs of the customer.

The Trident Cochin: This hotel also has all the contemporary facilities along with a tranquil ambience. It is suitable for both business and leisure travelers.

Hotels in Cochin
Taj Malabar Hotel	Trinity Hotel
The Malabar House Hotel	Brunton Boat Yard Hotel
Koder House Hotel	Trident Hilton Hotel