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Set along the beautiful shores of Marari Beach in Alappuzha, ABAD Turtle Beach Resort is a 4-star beachfront property that brings together a private beach, comfortable accommodation, tropical greenery, warm hospitality, and delicious multi-cuisine food for a relaxing, family-friendly getaway.

The experience here is centred around the outdoors. Think leisurely walks through the property, a dip in the swimming pool, an afternoon nap in your cottage and an evening stroll along the beach. ❤️

Accommodation:

Spread across 13 acres of lush tropical greenery, the resort offers two main accommodation options:

• Private Pool Villa: A contemporary, luxurious villa with a private swimming pool, ideal for guests seeking extra privacy.
• Beach Cottage with Sit-out: An air-conditioned cottage featuring two adjacent rooms, making it a convenient option for two families travelling together.

Food & Alcohol at ABAD Turtle Beach Resort 🍽️

The resort offers a mix of Kerala, Chinese, North Indian and Continental dishes, with options to suit different tastes. During our stay, we tried all three meals:

• Breakfast: A complimentary buffet spread included with our accommodation.
• Lunch: An à la carte menu available at an additional cost.
• Dinner with Barbecue: A buffet spread priced at ₹1,000 per adult and ₹500 per child, with infants dining free.

We enjoyed all three meals. The food was flavourful but generally mild on the spice front, perfect for kids.

The serving staff were warm, attentive and always ready to help, which made the dining experience even more pleasant.

Alcohol is also available at the resort at an additional cost.

Features & Amenities:

• Type of Accommodation: Air-conditioned cottages
• Wheelchair-Friendly: Yes
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Available
• Pet-Friendly: No
• Children Allowed: Yes
• Workcation-Friendly: Yes, with good 4G/5G mobile network coverage from major carriers.
• Best Suited For: Families, groups of friends, and a girls’ getaway.

Facilities:

• Private beach access for leisurely walks
• Swimming pool
• Ayurveda spa
• Cycling
• Fishing
• Butterfly and vegetable gardens
• Indoor and outdoor games
• Kids’ play area
• Free outdoor parking: Parking for cars and motorcycles is available within the resort premises.

Important Things to Know:

• Smoking: Permitted only in designated outdoor areas of the resort.
• Alcohol Consumption: Permitted within the resort premises, but not on the private beach.
• Food on the Private Beach: Not permitted.

Best Way to Reach Mararikulam from Bengaluru:

If you are travelling with family and enjoy train journeys, take the Vande Bharat Train 26651 from Bengaluru to Kochi, followed by an interstate Uber taxi to reach the resort.

Useful Information:

• Check-in: From 2:00 PM
• Check-out: By 11:00 AM
• Staff & Hospitality: The staff are very friendly and welcoming, with good communication skills in both Malayalam and English.
• Price: ₹26,630 per night for the Beach Cottage, including taxes, breakfast, and coffee/tea. This rate was for two separate rooms within the cottage, accommodating 4 adults and 4 children.
• Location: ABAD Turtle Beach Resort, Pollathai Church Korthussery Road, Mararikulam, Alappuzha, Kerala. [View on Google Maps]
• Distance from Kochi: Approximately 70 km by road. Travel distance and time may vary depending on your starting point and traffic.
• How to Book: Visit the official ABAD Resort website to check availability, room options, and current rates.

Note: The price mentioned above was the rate during our stay. Tariffs may vary depending on the season, occupancy, and booking dates, so it’s best to confirm the current price directly with the resort.

Best Time to Visit Mararikulam:

For a beach holiday, the drier months from October to February are generally ideal, with pleasant weather for beach walks, sightseeing and outdoor activities.

The monsoon months bring lush greenery and a different charm to Kerala, but rainfall and sea conditions may affect your outdoor plans.

ABAD Turtle Beach Resort in Mararikulam, Kerala, is an ideal getaway for families, groups and friends looking to unwind amid beautiful beaches, cosy cottages, delicious food and the laid-back charm of the Arabian Sea.