Set on a man-made island and located 42 km from the airport, Taj Malabar, Cochin, has a breathtaking view of Cochin's famous natural harbour and the backwaters. The Taj Malabar Hotel offers 97 centrally air-conditioned rooms including 9 suites. The Standard Rooms are elegantly appointed and offer guest amenities with international direct dial facility, channel music and colour television with satellite programmes. The New Wing Rooms offer breathtaking views of the waterfront and Chinese fishing nets. Corner rooms offer views of the waterfront, harbour and of the sunset. Heritage Wing Rooms have a Victorian touch, overlooking the waterfront or lush gardens.