Ideal for luxury: The Gateway

Set amidst coconut groves, this plush hotel is perched on top of a red cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea and close to the Kappil Beach. Of the 30 odd rooms, the Deluxe Suite Sea View Rooms, with attached balconies, queen-sized beds and bathtubs are the most luxurious. Facilities are top-notch and include a swimming pool, tennis, volleyball and badminton courts. Guests can also pamper themselves at the Ayurvedic massage centre or sip sundowners at the Sunken Bar.