Haritagiri

Northern Kerala


A little back from Kalpetta’s busy main streets, this is a plain but comfortable and popular midrange option, with balconied rooms and more private garden cottages. There are three restaurants, a pool, a gym, a bar and an ayurvedic 'village' on-site.


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