Vivanta Thiruvananthapuram

Flanked by greenery, this upscale hotel is a 12-minute walk from the Napier Museum and 16 minutes away by foot from Kanakakkunnu Palace. It's 6 km from Trivandrum International Airport.

Elegantly furnished rooms feature Wi-Fi, minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add separate living rooms; 1 has dining space and an ornately carved 4-poster bed. Room service is available.

There's a polished restaurant, a bright buffet-style eatery and a bakery/deli, as well as a 24-hour fitness centre and a rooftop infinity pool. Breakfast and valet parking are also available.

• Free Wi-Fi
• Free parking
• Outdoor pool
• Air-conditioned