At Aavi we welcome all pets with all our heart. They're part of the family, and we're glad to have them here.
Just a few little things will help keep the stay comfortable for your pet, other guests, and the staff.
Staying with your pet at a glance
- All pets are welcome, as long as they are legal to keep: dogs, cats, and even rabbits and chickens have stayed with us.
- Your pet stays with you in one of the four Heritage rooms of our ancestral home, up to two pets a room.
- Cleaning after your stay: Rs 1,500 plus taxes for up to two pets for up to three nights.
- From Bangalore: about 370 km, around 7 hours by road.
- The beach is right outside the gate, at Nileshwar near Bekal in Kasaragod, Kerala.
A happy stay, together
1. When you book
Tell us about your pets when you book - their names, their breed, and how many of them are coming along. Please make sure their vaccinations, flea and tick protection are up to date.
2. Where pets can stay
Pets can stay only in the four rooms in the Heritage building, our ancestral home. Pets are not allowed in the Classic building. Up to two pets can stay in each Heritage room. If more furry family members are coming along, tell us when you book so we can discuss room arrangements.
3. Pet food
We're happy to cook for your pet, but it is chargeable. We'll discuss the charges separately, as they depend on your pet's needs. If they have a favourite food they can't do without, do bring it along.
4. Beds, linen and sand
Bring your pet's favourite bed, bowls, towels and waste bags. To keep everyone's stay comfortable, pets aren't allowed on our beds or mattresses. Please let them use their own bedding, and keep them off upholstered furniture too. Guest towels and linen are for people. After a beach walk, a quick clean and dry will help keep sand out of the room.
5. Around the property
Keep your pet with you throughout your stay, including in your room - please don't leave them alone. We don't offer pet-sitting. In shared spaces, use a leash or a secure carrier. Give other guests and animals their space, and help your pet settle if barking or excitement starts to disturb anyone.
6. Where pets can't go
Please keep pets out of the dining area, kitchen and other guests' rooms. Our team will show you the outdoor areas you can enjoy together.
Comfort, care and clean-up
7. Pet waste
Please pick up after your pet straight away; our team will show you where to dispose of waste. If there's a little mess, tell us promptly so we can help prevent stains or lasting damage.
8. Housekeeping
We'll agree on a convenient time for housekeeping. Take your pet out for a stroll while we clean. If you'd rather stay, check with our team and keep your pet safely beside you on a leash or in their carrier.
9. Damage
Don't worry, these things happen. Damage caused by pets to furniture, upholstery, linen, towels, curtains or other property is chargeable. We'll explain the cost of cleaning or repair, and if an item can't be repaired, replacement may be needed. Normal wear and routine housekeeping aren't damage charges.
10. Safety
You are responsible for any injury your pet causes. If there's a safety risk or repeated disturbance, we may need you to make other arrangements for your pet.
11. Fumigation charges
We fumigate and deep clean every room used by pets after check-out, so the next guests arrive in a fresh, spotless space. This costs Rs 1,500 plus taxes for up to two pets for up to three nights of stay. Additional pets or nights carry an additional charge.
We can't wait to welcome you and your furry family to Aavi.
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Coming with your pet from Bangalore
If you're driving down with your pet, Aavi is about 370 km from Bangalore, around 7 hours by road. From Madikeri, it's about 116 km, around 2 hours 30 minutes, and Mangalore airport is about 93 km away, around 2 hours.
The last stretch is short: once you reach National Highway 66, Aavi is just 2 km away. Look for the Padannakkad Railway Overbridge. Aavi is a heritage beach resort at Nileshwar in Kasaragod district, near Bekal in North Kerala, with the beach right outside the gate.
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Questions
Which pets can stay at Aavi?
We welcome all pets with all our heart, as long as they are legal to keep as pets. Dogs and cats are most common, and rabbits and chickens have stayed with us too.
Which rooms are pet-friendly?
Your pet stays with you in one of the four Heritage rooms in our ancestral home: Thira, Chippi and Poyya face the beach, and Kaitha opens to the garden. Up to two pets can stay in each room. If more furry family members are coming along, tell us when you book so we can discuss room arrangements. Pets can't stay in the Classic building.
Is there an extra charge for pets?
After check-out we fumigate and deep clean the room, so the next guests arrive in a fresh, spotless space. This costs Rs 1,500 plus taxes for up to two pets for up to three nights; more pets or nights carry an additional charge. If you'd like us to cook for your pet, we'll discuss that separately.
Can I leave my pet alone in the room?
Please keep your pet with you throughout your stay, including in your room. We don't offer pet-sitting.
Can my dog go on the beach?
Yes. Aavi opens onto the beach, so beach walks together are part of the stay. Afterwards, a quick clean and dry helps keep sand out of the room.
How far is Aavi from Bangalore?
About 370 km, around 7 hours by road. Madikeri is about 116 km away, around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Planning a trip with your pet? Tell us about them - their names, their breed, and how many are coming along. Message us on WhatsApp, call +91 8050 640 555, or use the booking form.
Pet policy by the Aavi team. Updated November 2026.
