Fodor's Expert Review Maadathil Cottages

In these lovely, traditional, red-roofed Kerala bungalows, the only sounds you're likely to hear are the crashing of the waves from nearby Odayam and Edava beaches. The 12 cottages face each other in a coconut palm grove with a lotus pond and are simply furnished and comfortable. Some cottages are non-air-conditioned and therefore cheaper.