The Barefoot At Havelock Hotel - Radhanagar beach
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5-star eco-resort with private access to Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island
Accommodation and Design
The Barefoot At Havelock is the first sustainably designed and operated resort in the Andaman Islands, with 31 thatch tents, cottages, and villas built on stilts using local and eco-friendly materials. Architecture draws from indigenous Nicobari and tribal styles, giving each room a distinct forest-floor character. Guests stay in tented cottages or Nicobari cottages, all with private bathrooms, minibars, and verandahs, but without telephones or televisions to encourage disconnection.
Dining Experience
The on-site restaurant, The Swimming Elephant, serves personalized meals prepared by chef Trilochan, who focuses on local and fresh produce. Menus offer Chinese, Indian, American, Italian, and local cuisines, with halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Barefoot at Havelock also serves complimentary evening laal chai on Radhanagar Beach at sunset, a ritual that guests frequently mention.
Activities and Nature
The hotel employs in-house naturalists such as Reuben and Prathamesh, who lead early-morning bird walks, inter-tidal walks, and forest treks to Elephant Beach. Guests can book scuba diving, kayaking, fishing, snorkelling, and walking tours directly through the resort. The property itself sits within a reserve forest with over 90 tree species, and the naturalists offer guided tree walks and night walks to spot owls and endemic wildlife.
Wellness and Spa
The Barefoot At Havelock offers spa facilities with specialized treatments using holistic techniques, though some guest reviews note inconsistency in service quality. Spa/wellness packages and wellness centre are available on the property. Guests also have access to bicycle rental, a games room, and a bar for relaxation after treatments.
Location and Surroundings
The resort is a two-minute walk from Radhanagar Beach, consistently ranked among the best beaches in Asia, and has a private access path through the forest. Nearby attractions include Kalapathar Beach and Elephant Beach, with the jetty a 15-20 minute drive away. The hotel provides free private parking, a shuttle service, and car hire for exploring Havelock Island.
- Sustainability: First sustainably designed resort in the Andaman Islands
- Rooms: 31 thatch tents, cottages, and villas on stilts
- Dining: The Swimming Elephant restaurant with chef Trilochan
- Activities: Bird walks, inter-tidal walks, and forest treks with in-house naturalists
- Beach: Two-minute private access to Radhanagar Beach
- Wellness: Spa packages with holistic techniques
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
65 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Room size:
33 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
33 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
Essential information about The Barefoot At Havelock Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 14431 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 90.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Vir Savarkar, IXZ |
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