Kanan Beach Resort
Quiet beachfront setting,
Seafood dining,
Spacious Keralan cottages
Couples,
Solos,
Wellness Seekers
Situated on a wide, palm-lined beach this resort is a perfect getaway with very few tourists, instead populated with the occasional, picturesque fishing boat.
The only frustrating factor for some guests is the hotel’s lack of alcohol licensing. While this can be inconvenient, you can bring your own and the hotel will buy local beers for you.
Whether you want to go down the cultural route or relax by the water, this blissful resort offers a range of activities for guests to enjoy.
There is a gorgeous green pool which perfectly complements the lush surroundings. Guests can also enjoy beach yoga, cycling along the water’s edge and beach volleyball, all easily timed to coincide with the sunset to fully appreciate the joys of Kerala, a region famed for its scenic beauty.
For those more intrepid, take a backwater cruise or visit a nearby plantation or venture further afield to the Bekal Fort or the Ranipuram Hills.
The Rooms
Abiding by the traditional Keralan aesthetic, the cottages are spacious and well-furnished with a private sitting area. Particularly significant is the resort’s restaurant, offering an extensive seafood menu inspired by French cuisine.
What You’ll Find:
Why You'll Love It:
Explore ETG's Sample Itineraries in India
A few of our favourite routes, hand-picked by the team and ripe for tweaking.
Think of them as conversation starters. Curiosity sparkers. Not fixed plans, just ideas for what your holiday could look like, shaped by years of local know-how and the kind of immersive experiences that live long in the memory.
Alleppey
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. Finish on a remote beach to round off your journey through ‘God’s Own Country’.
Highlights
Cruise the backwaters
Get a real feel for life on the backwaters as you cruise through the canals on a houseboat for two nights, watching local life pass by
Birdwatching
Wake up on the banks of the river Periyar where you’ll have the chance to spot over 120 species of birds
Safaris
Track elephants and tigers on safaris and boat rides through the Nagarhole National Park
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India
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.
Highlights
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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Kanan Beach Resort on the map
In Our Travellers’ Words
With ETG, we have visited extraordinary places
Wonderful introduction to India
The best family holiday we have ever been on
The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to India
Want to know more? With its vast size, rich diversity, and countless possibilities, planning a holiday to India can feel overwhelming – so we’ve created our Curious Traveller’s Guide to India to help make sense of it all.
It’s our experts’ pick of standout experiences and places to stay, with honest advice on the best regions and tips for both first-time visitors and those returning for more.
