The Barefoot at Havelock

The staffs are extremely friendly and they took extreme care for us to have the best hospitality experience. Resort and food is little expensive but would be worth it when you get to enjoy both the beach and the forest stay experience. Must Try!

The best eco-lodge experience in Andamans. Your Amazing Andamans moments start right from the meet-and-greet team led by Rahul at the Port Blair airport and the staff who assist at the Haddo Jetty with your ferry travel. At the Barefoot Resort in Havelock, Susmita and her team welcomed us warmly into our “Nicobari Cottage”. Trilochan the Chef, Jagan the Restaurant Manager, and their team assisted by Varada prepared a sumptuous dinner. We were lucky to get a Kilo-Crab on the day we arrived. Reuben, the in-house naturalist charted our plans for a trek through the reserve forest, the marsh before we landed in the beautiful, white sand Elephanta beach. Reuben impresses us with his knowledge of the jungle, the terrain and the activities we had to pick. Back in the resort, the stunner is the pristine Radha Nagar beach to which one has access from the resort. You wouldn’t want to get back from the sun loungers under the shades of the mighty trees overlooking the beach. I could spend a lifetime here; dolce far niente. We were up for a surprise dinner on the last night of our stay, arranged by the Barefoot team. A sweet gesture indeed. The rooms are clean and spacious. They are well attended and air conditioned. Towels and bed linen were clean and smelled good. The housekeeping team did a great job. The network connectivity for Airtel is good (4G works inside the cottages and most part of the property). No TVs and loud music here.

The BEST experience I have ever had! Having been to most beach locations around the world, I think it is safe to say that Barefoot by Havelock is a gateway to one of the cleanest beaches in India, and the world, with blue and emerald waters, lush forests full of exotic and endemic wildlife, and a very clean beach. Nobody on the beach but you and your loved ones for as far as your eyes can see! The Nicobari cottages are spacious and comfortable, adding to the living amidst the nature vibe. The service and hospitality are impeccable!! Absolutely loved chatting with all the staff members at both the main desk and the restaurant. Everyone is super efficient, kind, and lovely. We were especially impressed by Reuben, one of the staff members in charge of organising the wilderness activities. His exceptional service and delightful demeanour significantly elevated our experience. We went on a Bird Watching tour with him around the resort and his immense knowledge and expertise had us hooked! He was a very endearing host and made our stay worthwhile. Scuba diving was the highlight of our trip, definitely do not miss if you love adventure! Barefoot’s scuba diving team was very professional and made us feel very comfortable and ready as first time divers. The experience was phenomenal and left us having our own “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara” moment. The restaurant is also quite lovely, great food, fast service, a bit pricey but has good portion sizes. All in all, definitely a 10/10 experience!

I am currently staying at Barefoot at Havelock and have serious concerns about the pathways connecting the cottages, dining area, and reception. Especially during monsoon, these pathways are severely waterlogged due to poor construction, making it impossible to walk safely to the dining area. The pathways are poorly lit and uneven, posing significant safety hazards. Many guests, despite being told that room service is only for infants and the elderly, have had to order room service because of the unsafe conditions. The pathways are very bad during the monsoon, making it impossible for elderly people to walk because of the pathways being poorly lit it us difficult to walk properly at night in any season

A visit to Havelock is incomplete if you don't stay at Barefoot! This is an amazing experience one can ever think of! The stay is awesome, and the staff behavior is out of the world! They took care of even the most basic requirements. Plan to be here sometime soon...

1)Location: I loved the location of this property, as it was a 2 minute walk from Radhanagar beach (voted one of the best in Asia). It is also just 2.5 kms away from the start of the Elephant beach trekking point; and just 5 - 7 minutes walk to the public bus stop. (It is about a 15- 20 minute drive from the Jetty) 2) Environment: Very nice forest vibe as the resort has taken care to maintain the flora and fauna in the area, and tried to retain as much of a jungle vibe as possible, ***** with all the modern amenities, to make your stay comfortable. 3) Very clean: The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean, with fresh sheets, fresh towels, etc. The shower area in my room had a sunroof, which was a bonus. 5) Staff: The staff were very helpful and paid attention to detail. Sandeep at the front desk was especially welcoming and guided me about the resort. He gave me a lovely surprise at the time of check in and ensured that I have very pleasant stay. 6) Activities: There is a nice bar and some live music in the evening, which makes things very relaxed. The resort also organises other activities like tree walks, night walks, etc which guests can enjoy.

Barefoot at Havelock was nothing short of magical! Nestled within the heart of a lush forest, it felt like stepping into another world where nature takes center stage. Living amidst towering trees and serene greenery brought a unique calm and beauty to the experience. The real highlight, though, was the pristine beauty of Radha Nagar Beach – untouched, breathtaking, and just a short walk away. This beach was easily one of the most beautiful I’ve seen, with powdery sand and clear turquoise waters. The icing on the cake was the unforgettable bird walk with Ruben. His knowledge and passion for the local birdlife made it a mesmerizing experience. Watching these beautiful birds in their natural habitat was an experience I’ll always cherish. Barefoot at Havelock was a dream, and I’ll definitely be back soon for more!

Our stay at Barefoot was magical. Everything exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Firstly, I would like to thank the staff at Barefoot for making our stay a memorable one. Their dedication to their roles shows through their hard work, attention to the small details (such as remembering our coffee order!) also bringing me food to the room when I was feeling unwell. A special mention to Jack and Suresh - their restaurant service was immaculate. Dev the bartender & his team with their amazing cocktails.Trilochan the chef, he would come and chat to the guests during dinner which was a nice touch. Prathamesh & Rubin the onsite knowledgeable and friendly naturalist guides, with their passion for nature and wildlife. I celebrated my 30th birthday during our stay, my partner and the staff at barefoot organised a surprise dinner on the beach under the stars - a birthday to remember! The rooms are comfortable, rustic and close to nature. The nicest beach on Havelock is a stone throw away from the rooms and you can hear the sound of waves crashing in the early morning. The restaurant food quality is some of the best we had during our time in India (lobster curry is a must!) Highly recommend Barefoot for those looking for a memorable experience on Havelock Island!

Barefoot resort is on Radhanagar beach . The cottages were nicobary style created. Very comfortable stay in the Lap of mother nature. Gives feeling of being in jungle. The welcome was very heart touching. The staff are excellent in hospitality. Each and every staff is so warmth showering that it makes u feel very precious. The restaurant is very neat n clean and one has to take off shoes n slippers outside restaurant and reception. That's worth doing. The staff in restaurant specially Suresh , Krishna , pandit , susmita were too welcoming. They were very caring. The quality of food was also very good. Both veg as well as non veg food are available and are very tasty. The room service was also very quick and rooms were fully equipped neat n clean. There are no phones in room but they provide free WI fi. Food is only served in restaurant. In evening at radhanagar beach they serve LAAL CHAI, WHich is very tasty n unique. They have private beach of their own. They take for even scuba diving. Overall a wonderful place to stay, reasonable price. Will love to go back n stay there only. The restaurant even celebrated birthday of my wife , cut cake and all joys. Really thankfully to Suresh , krishna and pandit for making the occasion memorable. Will never forget. They even plan beach side candle light dinner for marriage anniversary or birthdays. There is a spot niel cove near to barefoot . Must visit. It's walking distance. Barefoot touched our heart. Thank u team barefoot , specially Suresh , krishna and pandit in the restaurant.