Up to 15
Guests · whole villa
Malpe · Udupi · Coastal Karnataka
A home by the sea,
A home by the sea,
where the days slow down
A traditional clay-tile boutique homestay, three minutes from Malpe Beach — sea-view rooms, home-cooked breakfast, and the warm hospitality of the Gunasheela family.
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Welcome
Mother's love in the name
Sulo Villa carries the name of Dr. Sulochana Gunasheela, one of India's foremost pioneers in obstetrics, gynaecology and IVF( Invitro Fertilization) — the first Test-Tube baby in South India was her contribution to the country, among many other firsts.
Sulo Villa built by her daughter Dr. Madhavi N Gunasheela, a physician and an author, has named it in the loving memory of her mother.
A traditional laterite-and-clay-tile home on the quiet shore of Malpe, has been created to feel less like a hotel, and more like a home.
Our story →
Why guests love it
A whole beach home, looked after like family
Sea-view rooms
Wake to the waves and the palms, windows showcasing the Arabian Sea.
Home-cooked breakfast
Karnataka classics, fresh each morning, with filter coffee.
3 minutes to the beach
A short walk on foot to Malpe's golden sands and the sea walk.
Whole-villa for groups
Take all five bedrooms — ideal for families, friends and gatherings.
The Stay
Traditional character, easy comfort
Laterite-red walls, a hand-laid clay-tile roof, wooden ceilings and windows that frame the palms and the sea. Five air-conditioned bedrooms, generous living halls, an open kitchen and a garden terrace.
Sea-view rooms, garden, terrace & open kitchen
Rooms, amenities, meals & the essentials — all in one place
A Taste of the Coast
Eat like Mangalore
Wake up to a home-cooked Karnataka breakfast — idli, fresh chutneys and filter coffee. For lunch & dinner, the best food is a tap away on Zomato or Swiggy, delivered hot to the villa in minutes.
Home-cooked breakfast, included
Order in on Zomato & Swiggy
Gallery
A little of what's waiting
Guest Reviews
Rated 4.4 / 5 on Google
Guests highlight the beachfront location, the calm and the beautiful interiors, the breakfast, and the warm hospitality.
★★★★★
"Peaceful and calm stay, maintained beautifully — and it's just next to the main Malpe beach, walkable to lots of restaurants."
P
Pavithra N.
Google review
★★★★★
"Excellent property, brilliant staff, well-maintained rooms and surroundings — right on the beach."
M
Mrinal B.
Google review
★★★★★
"The best property located around Malpe beach. The interiors are simply beautiful."
S
Shivam S.
Google review
Where we are
On the shore at Vadabandeshwara
A quiet edge of Malpe — close enough to walk to the sand, central enough to the islands, the harbour and Udupi's famous temples
Malpe Beach · 3-min walk
Udupi town & temple · ~6 km
Mangalore Airport · ~60 km
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Sulo Villa · Malpe
The sea is calling
Individual room bookings and whole villa bookings are available.
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About Sulo Villa
A home named in the loving memory of Dr. Sulochana Gunasheela, built by her daughter Dr. Madhavi N Gunasheela
Our story
Mother's love in the name
Sulo Villa carries the name of Dr. Sulochana Gunasheela, one of India's foremost pioneers in obstetrics, gynaecology and IVF( Invitro Fertilization) — the first Test-Tube baby in South India was her contribution to the country, among many other firsts.
Sulo Villa built by her daughter Dr. Madhavi N Gunasheela, a physician and an author, has named it in the loving memory of her mother.
A traditional laterite-and-clay-tile home on the quiet shore of Malpe, has been created to feel less like a hotel, and more like a home.
A doctor's attentiveness to detail, and a writer's eye for creativity shaped this home.
This is a coastal house where guests are looked after like family, and the days are dictated by the tide.
"Sulo" once meant comfort to countless families — and now it means comfort by the sea.
A legacy of care
Five decades of pioneering medicine
In 1975, Dr. Sulochana Gunasheela and Dr.M Gunasheela co-founded the Gunasheela Surgical and Maternity Hospital. She pioneered laparoscopy in South India in 1978, achieved South India's first IVF birth in 1988, and built an institution that has since cared for more than 2.7 lakh families — celebrating its Golden Jubilee, 50 years, in 2025. It is this legacy of trust and heartfelt care that Sulo Villa is built upon.
What makes us special
Traditional. Homely. By the sea
A handful of things our guests fall for, again and again.
Right by the sea
A three-minute walk to Malpe Beach, with sea-view rooms and salt air.
Coastal architecture
Laterite walls, a clay-tile roof and wooden ceilings — built in the local style.
Home-cooked food
Fresh Karnataka breakfasts, prepared with care and served warm.
A whole-villa retreat
Five bedrooms for families, friends and intimate gatherings.
Garden & terrace
Green corners and an open terrace to slow down and breathe.
A doctor family's care
Hospitality carried from the hospital to the shore — the guest as family.
Hospitality
Atithi Devo Bhava — the guest as family
When a family has spent fifty years caring for people when most vulnerable, hospitality is another means of showing love.
Sulo Villa comfort shows in small details — spotless rooms, genuine warmth, and the sense that someone has designed it for your comfort.
Guests arrive as visitors, and leave feeling like they've come home to the coast.
A home by the sea
Come and rest by the water
Sea-view rooms or the whole villa, minutes from Malpe Beach.
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Find your stay
A family taking the whole villa, a couple after a sea-view room, or a quiet workation by the water — there's a way to stay at Sulo Villa that fits.
Who's it for
Three ways to stay
Not sure which to pick? Here's the quick guide, and we're a phone call away to help you.
Couples
A beautiful room
A romantic getaway or a quiet weekend, view of the waves from the window.
- Five air-conditioned rooms
- Beautiful garden, terrace & living halls
- Home-cooked breakfast
Rooms available · rates on enquiry
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Families & Groups · up to 15
Book the whole villa
All five bedrooms to yourselves — most popular, for good reason.
- Five air-conditioned bedrooms
- Living halls, open kitchen, garden & terrace
- Ideal for reunions & celebrations by the sea
Whole-villa stays · + breakfast
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Workation · 1+ travellers
Work by the water
Fast Wi-Fi, calm rooms and the sea on your break — a change of desk.
- Free Wi-Fi & quiet, comfortable rooms
- Garden & terrace to step out and reset
- The beach three minutes away after work
Longer stays welcome · ask us
See booking options →
5 rooms
Air-conditioned · ensuite
Sea view
Arabian Sea outlook
4.4★
Rated on Google
3 min
Walk to Malpe Beach
Free
Wi-Fi & parking
Breakfast
Home-cooked, included
Vadabandeshwara
Malpe, Udupi
The Rooms
Five air-conditioned bedrooms
Calm, comfortable rooms — four with sea and garden views — each with an attached bathroom, fresh linen and Wi-Fi.
Sea-View Room
Wake to the water
A bright room with a view of the palms and the sea beyond.
Garden Room
Quiet & green
A restful room opening to the garden — calm and private.
Family Room
Room to spread out
A comfortable room that suits families and small groups.
The Whole Villa
All five bedrooms
Take the entire home — living hall, kitchen, garden & terrace.
Living & Dining
A warm heart to the home
Spacious living halls with a sea-view setting anchor the villa to the Arabian Sea, opening to a dining area where home-cooked breakfast can be enjoyed with the sound of the waves in the background. The open kitchen, the flowery garden and the breezy terrace complete the picture.
Amenities
Thoughtful comforts for an easy stay
Everything you need to settle in and slow down.
Included
- Five air-conditioned bedrooms with attached baths
- Sea-view & garden-view rooms
- Home-cooked breakfast
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Spacious living halls & dining area
- Open kitchen, plus garden & terrace
- Free on-site parking
- Daily housekeeping & fresh linen
- Whole-villa booking for groups
- Three-minute walk to Malpe Beach
Good to note
- Breakfast is vegetarian, Karnataka style
- No swimming pool — the sea is a 3-minute walk away
- Only breakfast is served — order lunch/dinner on Zomato or Swiggy
- Good to note: it's a pet-friendly villa — we welcome pets
- Smoking in outdoor areas only
Amenities and policies are indicative — call us for help and we'll confirm everything for your dates.
Meals
Breakfast on us — the rest, your way
We serve a home-cooked Karnataka breakfast each morning. We don't run a lunch or dinner kitchen — but ordering in is quick and easy.
BreakfastIncluded · home-cooked
Lunch & dinnerNot served at the villa
Order inZomato & Swiggy deliver here
KitchenFor in-house cooking only
Breakfast cuisineKarnataka · vegetarian
Only breakfast is served at the villa. For lunch and dinner, order your favourites on Zomato or Swiggy.
Good to know
House rules & the essentials
Check-in1:00 PM (indicative)
Check-out11:00 AM (indicative)
Max guestsUp to 15 (whole villa)
ParkingFree, on-site
Beach3-minute walk
IDAadhaar / driver's license / other
- Valid government ID required for all guests at check-in
- Families, couples and groups are welcome
- Smoking in outdoor areas only; please keep it quiet after 10 PM
- Strict adherence to house rules
FAQs
Everything you might ask
Can I book just a room, or only the whole villa?
You can book both individual rooms and the whole villa.
How far is the beach?
Malpe Beach is about a three-minute walk from the villa — close enough to stroll down for the sunrise or sunset.
Is breakfast included? What about lunch and dinner?
Yes — a home-cooked Karnataka breakfast is served each morning. You can order your favourites; Zomato and Swiggy are available for delivery.
Can we use the kitchen?
The kitchen is for in-house cooking only.
Are the rooms air-conditioned, and is there Wi-Fi?
Yes — the bedrooms are air-conditioned and complimentary Wi-Fi is available through the villa.
Is parking available?
Yes — there's free on-site parking.
Do you have sea-view rooms?
Yes — we have 4 sea-view rooms, first-come-first-served basis only.
How do I book? Can I book directly?
All bookings are made through our travel partners — MakeMyTrip, Agoda, Goibibo and Booking.com. We don't take direct bookings or payments over the phone or WhatsApp. If you need help choosing a room or dates, you're welcome to call us — the phone line is for booking assistance only.
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Found your fit?
Individual rooms and the whole villa are available.
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Live a day here
From the first filter coffee on the terrace to the last light over the sea — this is how the hours unfold at Sulo Villa.
The Sulo Villa day
Let the tide set the pace
There's nothing you have to do here — and that's the point. The sea is three minutes away, the terrace catches the breeze, and the day moves as slowly as you like. Follow it from sunrise to the stars.
From dawn to dark
A day by the sea
Morning · 6–10
Sunrise & filter coffee
Walk down to the beach as the fishing boats come in, then home for breakfast on the terrace
Midday · 11–3
Ferry to the island
Hop a boat to St Mary's Island and the hexagonal basalt rocks, or laze under a beach umbrella
Evening · 4–7
Sea walk & sunset
Try the watersports, stroll the Malpe sea walk, and watch the sun melt into the Arabian Sea
Night · 8 onwards
Terrace & stars
Wind down with the sound of the waves, enjoy fresh seafood at the beach shacks if you wish
Signature experiences
Pick your moment
Three minutes away
Malpe Beach & sunsets
A wide arc of clean golden sand and the blue Arabian Sea. Mornings for quiet walks and the boats coming in. Evenings for the sunset, the new sea walk and the beachside cafes.
3-min walk
Sea walk & cafes
Sunset point
A geological wonder
St Mary's Island
A ferry from Malpe harbour reaches the islands famous for their columnar basalt rock — hexagonal pillars formed by ancient lava. The crossing takes about 15–20 minutes, with time to explore the crystalline shore.
~6 km by sea
15–20 min ferry
Best Oct–Feb
On the water
Watersports & dolphins
Jet-ski, banana boat and parasailing right off Malpe Beach — and on a calm morning, a boat ride out to spot dolphins playing near the islands.
Jet-ski, banana boat & parasailing
Dolphin-spotting boat rides
Beyond the beach
Temples & Udupi town
The seaside Vadabandeshwara temple is right by the beach; Udupi's revered Sri Krishna temple — and the famous Udupi cuisine — is about six kilometres away.
Get-togethers
Celebrations by the sea
With the whole villa to yourselves, it's made for intimate celebrations — birthdays, reunions and family weekends. Tell us what you're planning and we'll help arrange it.
Taste of Mangalore
Order in — feasts at your door in minutes
Breakfast is on us. For lunch & dinner, the best food is a tap away — order on Zomato or Swiggy and it arrives hot at the villa within minutes.
Breakfast classics
Dosa, idli & filter coffee
Dosa, idli, vada sambar, poha, aloo paratha and South Indian filter coffee.
At nearby restaurants
Banana-leaf seafood thali
Rice, fish fry, coastal curries and cooling solkadhi on a banana leaf — at the beach shacks.
At nearby restaurants
Mangalorean fish meals
Red rice, ghee roast, fish curry and seasonal vegetables — at nearby restaurants.
How it works: Breakfast is served at the villa. For everything else, order your favourites on Zomato or Swiggy — delivery to Malpe is quick, within minutes. The coastal dishes above are from nearby restaurants, not served at the villa.
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Gallery
Every corner of the villa — the rooms, the living hall, the kitchen and terrace — and the shore that surrounds it.
Rooms
Calm, comfortable rooms
The Villa
Where everyone gathers
The Shore
Malpe, all around
Book your stay
See it in person
Sea-view rooms or the whole villa, minutes from Malpe Beach.
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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.
Welcome to the coast
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.
Things to do
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.
3-min walk
Malpe Beach
Golden sand, sunsets and the new sea walk, just down the lane.
Ferry · ~6 km
St Mary's Island
Hexagonal basalt rocks reached by a short boat ride from the harbour.
At the beach
Malpe Sea Walk
Stroll out over the water on the walkway — lovely at dusk.
Boat ride
Dolphin Spotting
Catch dolphins on a morning boat ride toward the islands.
At the beach
Watersports
Jet-ski, banana boat and parasailing right off the sand.
~1 km
Fishing Harbour
Local colour and the freshest catch on the coast.
Walkable
Vadabandeshwara Temple
The seaside Balarama temple, right by the beach in the locality.
~6 km
Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi
Udupi's revered 13th-century temple — and the home of Udupi cuisine.
~15 km
Kaup Lighthouse
Climb the 1901 lighthouse for sweeping coastline views and sunsets.
~10 km
Daryabahadurgarh Fort
An island fort ruin near the harbour — a quiet detour for the curious.
~30–55 km
Maravanthe & Falls
The river-meets-sea drive at Maravanthe, plus waterfalls along the coast.
Near the beach
Seafood & Cafes
Beach-side shacks and cafes for fresh coastal food and sunset chai.
A Taste of the Coast
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.
Must-try dishes
Six plates you can't leave without
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Neer Dosa
Lace-thin steamed rice crêpes, soft and delicate, with coconut chutney.
Tea-time
Mangalore Buns
Fluffy, lightly sweet banana pooris — a much-loved Mangalore snack.
Crisp & golden
Masala Dosa
A crisp dosa folded over spiced potato — Udupi's gift to the world.
Tea-time
Goli Baje
Fluffy, tangy fried dumplings — the coast's favourite evening snack.
Temple-town
Udupi Thali
A vegetarian feast of rice, sambar, rasam, curries, pickle and payasam.
Coastal special
Kotte Kadubu
Idli steamed in jackfruit leaves — fragrant, soft and unmistakably coastal.
And to drink
Sip the coast
A must
Filter Coffee
South Indian filter coffee in a brass davara — strong and aromatic.
From the beach
Tender Coconut
Cool coconut water, fresh off the cart — the coast's natural drink.
Cooling
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 →
How to reach
Finding Sulo Villa
No. 7, Sulo Villa, 37A, Vadabandeshwara, Malpe, Thottam, Udupi, Karnataka 576108 — a short three-minute walk from the beach.
Malpe Beach · 3-min walk
Udupi town & temple · ~6 km
Udupi railway station · ~5 km
Mangalore Airport · ~60 km
When to visit
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.
Book your stay
Make Malpe your next escape
Individual rooms and the whole villa are available.
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Loved by guests
People arrive to the sound of the sea and leave a little lighter. Here's what they say — on Google and across the platforms we're listed on.
4.4★★★★★
Also rated & listed on
4.4
In their words
A beach home, warmly hosted
Real reviews from guests who've stayed at Sulo Villa.
★★★★★recently
"Peaceful and calm stay, maintained beautifully — and it's just next to the main Malpe beach, walkable to lots of restaurants."
P
Pavithra N.
Google review
★★★★★recently
"Excellent property, brilliant staff, well-maintained rooms and surroundings — right on the beach."
M
Mrinal B.
Google review
★★★★★recently
"The best property located around Malpe beach. The interiors are simply beautiful."
S
Shivam S.
Google review
★★★★★recently
"Awesome homestay facing the beach. The house is spacious and the rooms are wonderfully planned."
A
Aparajita R.
Google review
★★★★★recently
"Stayed three nights — metres from the beach. A fantastic homestay with a great breakfast."
T
Trishna G.
Google review
★★★★★recently
"A perfect location and a beautifully designed space, very near the beach. The breakfast was delicious."
V
Vamsi M.
Google review
Book your stay
Become the next happy guest
Sea-view rooms or the whole villa, minutes from Malpe Beach.
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We don't take direct bookings. Please reserve on one of the platforms below — no bookings or payments are taken over the phone or WhatsApp.
Need help choosing a room or dates? Call us on +91 73385 41230 — the phone line is for booking assistance only.
Individual rooms & whole villa · up to 15 guests
Five air-conditioned bedrooms · home-cooked breakfast · garden & terrace · three minutes from Malpe Beach. Rates vary by season and dates.
What's included
- Air-conditioned bedrooms with attached baths
- Home-cooked breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi, living halls, open kitchen
- Garden, terrace & free parking
- Daily housekeeping · 3-min walk to the beach
Good to know
Breakfast · served daily
Lunch & dinner · Zomato / Swiggy
Kitchen · in-house cooking only
Sea-view · first-come-first-served
Where to book
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Where we are
Vadabandeshwara, Malpe
No. 7, 37A, Vadabandeshwara, Malpe, Udupi, Karnataka 576108 · 3-minute walk to the beach, ~6 km to Udupi town, ~60 km to Mangalore Airport.