Marari Beach was a very welcome introduction as the first stop on our first visit to Kerala and indeed India. The staff were attentive and helpful. The grounds are large, peaceful, with individual huts for rooms. Accommodation was very clean, stylish and quiet, the beds were extremely comfortable and we loved the partly outdoor bathrooms (still very private!) Lovely veranda overlooking a small lake which a variety of birds would visit. Our room was right by the pool. The pool was one of the highlights: large, warm, and with a wonderful view through coconut palms to the beach beyond. Paradise! We ate at the hotel mostly, the local vegetarian dishes were delicious, however, we were travelling with our daughter who also had a choice of western food which was important to us. The only downside in our view is it felt quite remote from the hustle and bustle of the local village. However, the hotel do offer guided tours and there were bikes available too.