This decades-old luxury hotel in the Andamans was originally built in 1981 on a hill and overlooks the sea in all its peaceful glory. Just 12 minutes from the airport, this resort has 46 rooms and suites with a view of the garden, the sea and the island. The entire resort is built using indigenous materials, like a local timber called pedauk and offers a comfortable escape from your daily routine. Take a dip in the swimming pool overlooking the Bay of Bengal and get your regular workout in at the upcoming fitness centre. Enjoy seafood and island specialties at WelcomCafe Bayleaf, the resort’s open deck, multicuisine restaurant and end your days with some drinks, finger foods and the gentle sea breeze at Swizzle, the open air bar.
Doubles from Rs15,000*; website
Munjoh Island House
At this resort, you will be in the company of tall coconut palms, betel trees, large banyan trees and mango and jackfruit trees. Munjoh Island House combines luxury with an old-world charm in the midst of nature. The elegant villas and individual rooms are named after precious stones. The Emerald Suites boast floor-to-ceiling windows with a view of the sea or the garden and the Jade Suites have spacious villas with a private courtyard. If you’re travelling with a special someone, you can opt for the Honeymoon Suite, designed for ultimate privacy and peace. On the other hand, if you’re travelling with a large group, the Kohinoor Residence, tucked away in a private corner of the resort, offers a luxurious and comfortable stay for all. With three bedrooms, a kitchen, dining table and outdoor alfresco dining area, you are guaranteed a good time without any interruptions. The resort also has multi-level pools, three ocean-facing yoga rooms, sauna rooms, a cold tub, fitness centre and open-air yoga deck. Dine at the in-house restaurant, where all the vegetables are either grown or sourced locally, making every meal farm-to-table.
Doubles from Rs7,616*; website
Symphony Samudra
Located in a reserve forest, this spa and wellness resort is perfect if you’re looking to unwind in seclusion. An eco pool, which is filtered organically, runs through the resort and a wellness centre, with a gym and a spa pool for pressure therapy, overlooks a thick rainforest. A wide range of rooms are on offer. Opt for the Casa Tropicana for a beautiful rainforest view, the Hill Villa for a homely feel, the Aqua Villa for direct access to the pool, the Sky Villa for a stunning sunset view of the ocean or the Garden Suite Villa, where you can spend your afternoons snoozing on a hammock in the balcony. The resort adjoins the Chidiya Tapu Biological Park, which is home to many endemic species of flora and fauna and is close to the Bada Balu Beach, Cellular Jail and Airport Jetty. You can dine at The Sunset Lounge, the sundowner bar perched on a cliff, with a hanging infinity pool and a tapas menu featuring local seafood delicacies as well as international cuisines.
Doubles from Rs5,771*; website
Barefoot at Havelock
Away from manicured lawns and well-groomed gardens, Barefoot at Havelock encourages you to embrace nature in its raw, untouched form. Situated on Radhanagar Beach, the resort houses 31 thatched wooden cottages, tents and villas, all constructed using environmentally friendly materials. Stay at the Andaman Villa, inspired by the architecture of the British era or choose the Tented Cottage, a luxury tent with a four-poster bed, writing desk and attached bathroom. If you’re travelling with children, the Duplex Cottage is the perfect option, with a bed on the ground and first level as well as a private porch for kids to run around carefree. For a complete tropical island experience, opt for the Nicobari Villa, which is inspired by the circular community huts of Nicobari cottages and feature a spacious private terrace. Drawing from the fauna of the region, the in-house restaurants have been named after endemic animals. Dine at The Swimming Elephant, named after the famous late elephant Rajan who had the unique talent, and enjoy drinks at Dugong Dugon, the lounge bar named after the endemic sea cow, the dugong.
Doubles from Rs12,500*; website
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