Toshali Sands Puri

This down-to-earth resort is 8 km from the Sudarshan Crafts Museum, 9 km from the Hindu Jagannath Temple and 10 km from Balighai Beach. Ranging from rooms to cottages and villas, the no-frills quarters offer flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Some have terraces and/or sitting areas. A wellness centre offers Ayurvedic treatments, massages and an exercise room, plus a sauna and a hot tub. Other amenities include a restaurant, an outdoor pool and 2 bars, plus play areas, and meeting and event space. There's a library, a private beach area and a bakery. Breakfast and yoga classes are available.