Travel 60 Km south of Kochi (Cochin) and you will find yourself looking at one of the most beautiful beaches in India. Marari Beach in Kerala India is a pristine beach located between Kochi and Alappuzha and is truly breathtaking. Miles of clean sand, rustling palm fronds, and the sound of waves splashing on the seashore.
Sprawled expansively across 25 acres of land, Marari Resort is separated from the sea by a windbreak of stretching palms. There are a mere 52 cottages, so the sense of space here is much more dramatic. The cottages are separated by generous stretches of open parkland, dotted with fruit-laden trees. The winding village pathways are a faithful echo of an original fishing village.

Rambling walls curve around corners, their rust-coloured stones smothered with trumpet flowers. Completing the picture are rippling lotus ponds, usually with a family of ducklings getting a swimming lesson out in the middle!
A typical cottage at Marari looks almost identical to a local fisherman's hut. There is the same palm
thatch, swooping low over a raised verandah, complete with a little tap by the steps to wash your feet with. But appearances are deceptive, as you'll discover when you enter. Air conditioning is made possible by a roof invisible from the outside. Simplicity and harmony mark the interiors, which nevertheless contain all the comforts of a modern resort. There are modern twin - or - double beds, elegant, locally-inspired furniture and an overall clean, crisp design feel.
The bathrooms are open-roofed courtyards, similar to those in the homes of old Kerala. There's ultra - modern plumbing of course, and hot-and-cold running water too.
For those who what complete privacy, the spacious Pool Villas are a good option to the cottages. These feature cozy living rooms and your own private pool.