Sea Princess Beach Resort, Port Blair

Surrounded by trees and lush gardens, this beachfront resort is a 15-minute walk from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park and 23 km from the Viper Island ruins. Rustic-chic rooms, with wooden walls, ceilings and furnishings, feature satellite TV, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and balconies or terraces with views of the grounds. Upgraded rooms have ocean views; suites add separate sitting areas and minifridges. There's also a beachfront cottage. Room service is available. Amenities include a covered, open-air international restaurant and a bar, as well as terraces and garden seating. There's also sea-view outdoor pool and direct beach access.