Suryalanka is the beach most visitors head to from Bapatla. It is a wide, flat stretch of sand on the Bay of Bengal, a short drive from town, and it is popular with families from across Guntur district.
When to go
Early morning and late afternoon are the best times. The sand is cooler, the light is soft and the crowds are thinner on weekdays. Winter months, roughly November to February, are the most comfortable for the Andhra coast.
What to carry
Pack sunscreen, a hat, drinking water, a towel and a change of clothes. Phone signal can be patchy, so share your plans with someone at the resort before you leave.
Stay safe in the water
The sea can have strong currents. Swim only where lifeguards or local staff say it is safe, keep children close and avoid going in after dark. If in doubt, enjoy the shoreline and save swimming for the resort pool.
Where to base yourself
A courtyard resort with a pool makes the perfect pair for a beach day. Go to the coast in the morning, return for lunch and a rest, and spend the golden hour on the pool terrace. See our rooms.
Bapatla's temple-town heritage: what to see
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Bapatla takes its identity from the Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple, one of the oldest and best-known Vaishnava shrines in coastal Andhra. The town was historically known as Bhavapuri, a name that still appears in local stories and inscriptions.
Visiting the temple
Dress modestly, remove footwear at the entrance and keep a little cash for offerings. Temple timings can change during festivals, so check with the resort's front desk before you go.
Beyond the temple
Wander the local market for fresh produce and snacks, and ask residents about the town's traditions. Bapatla is also known for its agricultural education, which gives the town a lively student presence.
A resort that borrows from tradition
Our own entrance, with its sweeping curved roof, nods to the sloping rooflines of traditional South Indian architecture, rendered in glass, stone and timber. Read our story.
A two-day weekend getaway to Bapatla
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Bapatla works well as a short escape from Guntur, Vijayawada or Ongole. You can leave after breakfast, be at the resort for lunch and still have the whole afternoon free.
Day one
Check in, take a swim and have a slow lunch. In the late afternoon, drive to the beach for the sunset and come back for dinner and an early night in your air-conditioned room.
Day two
Wake up early for a walk through the courtyard garden, then visit the Bhavanarayana Swamy Temple. Return for a leisurely breakfast and a last dip in the pool before check-out.
Tips for a smooth trip
Book ahead on long weekends and festival dates
Start early to avoid highway traffic
Ask us about group stays and extra beds when you enquire
