As I work in Bangalore, due to work pressure in office and travel of hours together whenever we friends plan for a outing this beach will also be an option, I went there multiple times and stayed in nearby hotels. You will find many hotels nearby and also they are in good budget. We also bargained once when many people were there with us and hotel was nearby to the beach. the beach is just awesome and also we can go on weekends from Bangalore. The best season is December to May time as the sight seeing is convenience and comfortable. the beach is beautiful and you will love the environment around.