Curious about the best beach hotels in India?
From beautiful boutique hotels to luxury retreats, Experience Travel Group will help you find the beach experience that suits you.
India has many beach properties – far more than we list here – and not all are created equal. Here, we share a few of our experts’ favourites to help guide your holiday planning.
What matters most is the beach itself, and how it fits into your itinerary without adding too much extra travel.
At Experience Travel Group, we help you skip the soulless resorts and find places that are calm, characterful, and feel like a lovely, relaxed end to your adventure.
Whether you’re after a peaceful few days on the Keralan coast or a touch of luxury with sea views in Goa, we’ll help you find your perfect spot.
Goa, India
Ahilya by the Sea
Hidden at the edge of Coco Beach, Ahilya by the Sea offers a peaceful retreat that blends Balinese influence with Goan character. Art-filled interiors, sea views, and a tranquil atmosphere set the tone for slow mornings, sunset swims, and relaxed dinners under the stars.
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Ungimmicky atmosphere,
Lovely staff
Best for
Couples
Families
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Goa, India
Alila Diwa
Tucked among South Goa’s emerald rice fields, Alila Diwa is a calm and elegant retreat just a short walk from the beach. The resort combines traditional Goan design with modern comfort, creating an inviting space where nature and style go hand in hand.
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Tranquil setting
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Couples
Families
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Kerala, India
Neeleshwar Hermitage
A serene beachfront escape in northern Kerala, Neeleshwar Hermitage offers peace, privacy, and pristine landscapes. Hidden between the Arabian Sea and the Kasaragod backwaters, this tranquil resort blends rustic charm with understated luxury. Unspoilt beaches stretch in both directions, while the lush grounds and sacred forest groves nearby create a sense of quiet spirituality. Once you’re here, the stillness and seclusion make it hard to leave.
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Sacred forest groves,
Serene backwaters,
Unspoilt beaches
Best for
Couples,
Solos
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Kerala, India
Kanan Beach Resort
Tucked along a quiet stretch of Malabar coastline, Kanan Beach Resort is a tranquil escape surrounded by swaying palms, golden sands and gentle surf. With few tourists around, the wide beach is usually shared only with colourful fishing boats and curious herons. The resort’s peaceful gardens, sea-facing pool and authentic Keralan cottages make it a great place to slow down and embrace the rhythms of coastal life.
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Quiet beachfront setting,
Seafood dining,
Spacious Keralan cottages
Best for
Couples,
Solos,
Wellness Seekers
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Our Unique Holidays in India
Relaxing, immersive, life-affirming adventures that show you the best of the destination. Packed with experiences that connect you to the country and are kind to its people and environment. Your holiday can be as adventurous or as luxurious as you choose, as every trip will be turned into your own bespoke package.
Here are some ideas to spark your curiosity…
India
Wild Karnataka and Beach
This exciting off-the-beaten-track trip takes you on a journey through Karnataka, visiting Mysuru and Hampi – both with their own world heritage sites – and then getting away from it all at two beautiful boutique hotels in the plantations of Coorg and Chikmagalur.
Nagarhole National Park offers plenty of opportunity for wildlife experiences, and the adventure closes with some relaxation at the beach in Goa.
Uniquely, this holiday is designed using alternatives to domestic flights. This makes for a fantastic way to absorb the country’s atmosphere and scenery in a way that many visitors miss out on.
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Karnataka Train Journey
Rattling through wild Karnataka on a local train journey from Hospet to Goa
Chikmagalur Coffee Plantation
Walking around the first coffee plantation in India in rural Chikmagalur
Nagarhole National Park
Bumping around in a jeep as you explore Nagarhole National Park with its herds of elephants and deer
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Kerala Encompassed
Gain a great insight into the variety Kerala has to offer as you travel south to north over three weeks. You’ll have the opportunity to stay in different types and styles of accommodation, ranging from tea bungalows to a plantation mansion, houseboat, treehouse and tents, to name a few.
Spend your days among tea and spice plantations, relaxing in rural settings, spotting wildlife, cruising along the Alleppey backwaters, visiting local markets and getting to know the towns that make Kerala tick. Relax on a remote beach to round off your holiday through ‘God’s Own Country’.
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Cruise the backwaters
Explore the canals on a houseboat for two nights, watching local life pass by
Birdwatching
Wake up on the banks of the Periyar River, where you’ll have the chance to spot over 120 species of birds
Safaris
Track elephants and tigers in Nagarhole National Park
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Birds of South India
Discover lesser-visited but beautiful areas of Southern India during this two week holiday. There is a particular focus on the region’s abundant birdlife, exceptional for casual and serious aficionados. Visit several sanctuaries and travel through the lush western ghats, known as a treasure house of endemic species, as well as the strictly protected wildlife of Bandipur National Park.
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Rangananthittu Bird Sanctuary
End your journey with a visit to the Rangananthittu Bird Sanctuary, home to some 170 exquisite bird species
Valparai
Explore Valparai’s remote landscapes through forest treks in an area full of wildlife, including some of the most endangered varieties of hornbills
Bandipur National Park
Spot elusive big game on sunrise and sunset safaris in Bandipur National Park
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