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Best beach resort in the Udupi, Malpe area
Island Bay View Inn, is a tranquil beachfront retreat where the sea meets serenity. Nestled right in front of the sea, our resort offers breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea and the iconic St. Mary’s Island, from every room. We blend modern comforts with the beauty of nature, providing personalized hospitality. Guests can enjoy the mesmerizing sight of golden sunsets painting the sky in hues of orange and pink, right from their rooms. Take a leisurely stroll along the sandy shore, watch the sun dip below the horizon, or simply unwind to the rhythmic sound of waves. Every moment at Island Bay View Inn is pure bliss.
Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a peaceful retreat, Island Bay View Inn offers an experience like no other. Come, discover the charm of life in Island Bay View Inn, where the sea, sky, and sand create unforgettable memories.
So much to see locally
St. Mary’s Islands, also known as Thonsepar, are a set of four small islands in the Arabian Sea, off the coast of Malpe in Udupi, Karnataka, India. They are known for their distinctive geological formation of columnar rhyolitic lava. With the discovery of the sea route to India in 1498, Vasco da Gama landed at St Mary’s Islands, at the end of the voyage from the Kingdom of Portugal. [The islands are just a couple of kilometeres from Island Bay View Inn and can be reached by boat from Malpe]
The historic city of Udupi, known the world over for its amazing food and ancient temples is a bustling city with all the modern ameneties as well as an old world charm. Dotted with picturesqe Temples, Churches and Mosques, Udupi is a truly multicultural city. Udupi is also the birthplace of South-Indian food, especially the Masala Dosa. [_The centre of Udupi city is about 8km from Island Bay View Inn]
Malpe, a suburb of Udupi is home to some of the best beaches in the country and also home to one of the busiest fishing harbours in the country. [_Malpe town and beach are just 2km from Island Bay View Inn]
Manipal, an internationally known University town and home to the oldest and best private university in the country is a modern, cosmopolitan town. Apart from the university, the Hasta Shilpa Heritage Village at Manipal is a site worth visiting to look at old houses and historical local architecture. The beautiful Manipal lake and Tree Parks are other attractions. [Manipal is about 12km from Island Bay View Inn]
Historic Barkur, the erstwhile capital of the Alupa kingdom, with it’s ancient Temples, Jain Basadis and fort is a place for history buffs. [Barkur is about 17km from Island Bay View Inn]
Other places
Mangalore, one of the most important cities in South India and the de-facto centre of the region has many things to explore and is about 60km from Island Bay View Inn. Mangalore International Airport is also the closest airport to the resort.
Goa, the most popular tourist destination in the country is just around 250km from Island Bay View Inn and well connected by road and rail.
Picturesque Bekal fort in Kerala is about 120km from Island Bay View Inn.
Nearby towns of Karkala, Moodabidre and Kundapur and others, offering historical and natural sights are less than an hour away from Island Bay View Inn.
The Western Ghats of Karnataka with their dense rainforets, incredible vistas and wildlife are 50-100km from Island Bay View Inn.
Food
Coastal Karnataka is worth visiting for the food alone. From the world famous Udupi cuisine, which has now become synonymous with South Indian food, to mouth watering Mangalorean sea food and everything in between, you are sure to find something that suits your palate perfectly. The multi-cultural nature of the Mangalore-Udupi region makes it one of the best culinary destinations in the country.
