Around Malpe & Udupi
A laid-back coast of golden beaches, island ferries and one of India's most-loved temple towns — all from your doorstep.
A whole shore to wander
Malpe is the beach town of Udupi — fishing harbour, island ferries and a long golden shore — while Udupi itself is famous for its 13th-century Krishna temple and the cuisine that carries its name. The villa sits in the middle of it all, three minutes from the sand.
A dozen ways to enjoy Malpe
Beaches, islands, temples and day trips — all an easy distance from the villa. We're happy to help you plan your stay.
Malpe Beach
Golden sand, sunsets and the new sea walk, just down the lane.
St Mary's Island
Hexagonal basalt rocks reached by a short boat ride from the harbour.
Malpe Sea Walk
Stroll out over the water on the walkway — lovely at dusk.
Dolphin Spotting
Catch dolphins on a morning boat ride toward the islands.
Watersports
Jet-ski, banana boat and parasailing right off the sand.
Fishing Harbour
Local colour and the freshest catch on the coast.
Vadabandeshwara Temple
The seaside Balarama temple, right by the beach in the locality.
Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi
Udupi's revered 13th-century temple — and the home of Udupi cuisine.
Kaup Lighthouse
Climb the 1901 lighthouse for sweeping coastline views and sunsets.
Daryabahadurgarh Fort
An island fort ruin near the harbour — a quiet detour for the curious.
Maravanthe & Falls
The river-meets-sea drive at Maravanthe, plus waterfalls along the coast.
Seafood & Cafes
Beach-side shacks and cafes for fresh coastal food and sunset chai.
Eat like Udupi
Karnataka cooking is one of India's great vegetarian traditions — rice, coconut, fresh chutneys and the famous Udupi temple-town cuisine. A home-cooked breakfast is part of your stay; here's what else to seek out while you're here.
Six plates you can't leave without
Neer Dosa
Lace-thin steamed rice crêpes, soft and delicate, with coconut chutney.
Mangalore Buns
Fluffy, lightly sweet banana pooris — a much-loved Mangalore snack.
Masala Dosa
A crisp dosa folded over spiced potato — Udupi's gift to the world.
Goli Baje
Fluffy, tangy fried dumplings — the coast's favourite evening snack.
Udupi Thali
A vegetarian feast of rice, sambar, rasam, curries, pickle and payasam.
Kotte Kadubu
Idli steamed in jackfruit leaves — fragrant, soft and unmistakably coastal.
Sip the coast
Filter Coffee
South Indian filter coffee in a brass davara — strong and aromatic.
Tender Coconut
Cool coconut water, fresh off the cart — the coast's natural drink.
Solkadhi & Buttermilk
Kokum-and-coconut solkadhi and spiced buttermilk to cool the spice.
A home-cooked breakfast is part of your stay. For lunch & dinner, order on Zomato or Swiggy. See our meals →
Finding Sulo Villa
No. 7, Sulo Villa, 37A, Vadabandeshwara, Malpe, Thottam, Udupi, Karnataka 576108 — a short three-minute walk from the beach.
The coast is loveliest October to February
October to February brings calm seas and clear skies — ideal for the islands and the beach. The monsoon (June–September) is dramatic and green, though island ferries pause when the sea is rough. Summers stay warm; mornings and evenings by the water are always the best part of the day.
Make Malpe your next escape
Individual rooms and the whole villa are available.
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