About Xandari
The Xandari story started long before the Kerala connection it was a piece of paradise in Costa Rica, built by architect Sherrill Broudy who had a lifetime of experience.
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Our Story
The Xandari story started long before the Kerala connection — it was a piece of paradise in Costa Rica, built by architect Sherrill Broudy who had a lifetime of experience and skill, and brought alive by his wife Charlene who added vibrant art, sculpture, ceramics, and colour to the visual palette. Along with them, the idea grew with attentive design, green-thumbed gardeners, and a network of services by the local community surrounding Xandari.
Xandari is not possible without community. The people you meet here are the ones who live in the village of Tacacori. As you walk through the resort, the rainforest takes centerstage — a rivulet with three waterfalls runs along one side, with an organic farm and coffee plantation on the other. Saluting the United Nations Sustainability Goals 2030, our core philosophy rests on Community, Collaboration & Conservation as the three pillars of sustainable operations for Xandari.
Community-centered hospitality & local employment
Collaboration with local farmers & artisans
Cultural & environmental conservation initiatives
Sustainable operations aligned with UN SDG 2030
Rooted in Local Communities
At Xandari, hospitality goes beyond luxurious stays. Every experience is deeply connected to the people and traditions of the destination. From supporting local artisans and farmers to creating opportunities for women-led enterprises, we believe tourism should positively impact the communities around us.
Guests are invited to experience Kerala through its stories, flavors, crafts, and everyday moments — creating genuine cultural exchanges that leave lasting memories for both travelers and locals alike.
Supporting local farmers & artisans
Women-led community partnerships
Authentic cultural experiences
Employment opportunities for nearby communities
Experiences Built Through Collaboration
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We partner with local communities, conservation groups, farmers, and cultural experts to create immersive experiences that are both meaningful and sustainable. Whether it's sourcing organic produce from nearby farms, collaborating with eco-guides for nature walks, or supporting local entrepreneurship, every partnership strengthens our commitment to responsible hospitality and shared growth.
Farm-to-table partnerships
Eco-tourism collaborations
Sustainable local sourcing
Community-driven tourism initiatives
Conserving Nature for Future Generations
Nature is not just our backdrop — it is the soul of every Xandari experience. Across forests, beaches, and backwaters, we actively work toward preserving fragile ecosystems through sustainable practices and conservation-focused hospitality.
From reducing plastic usage and adopting renewable energy solutions to encouraging tree planting and protecting biodiversity, our efforts are designed to ensure that future generations can continue to experience the beauty of these landscapes. We believe luxury and sustainability can coexist in harmony — creating spaces where people reconnect with nature while leaving a lighter footprint on the planet.
Eco-conscious resort operations
Tree planting initiatives
Renewable energy practices
Protection of local ecosystems
0ur Origin
A Paradise Built by Hand, Coloured by Heart
The Xandari story began in Costa Rica with architect Sherrill Broudy — a lifetime of craft poured into a hillside. His wife Charlene brought it alive with vibrant art, sculpture, ceramics, and colour.
Together, they created something that travelers from the early 90s still return to — a place both familiar and forever renewing.A rivulet with three waterfalls. A rainforest at centrestage. Coffee grown on the slopes. The stars of Tacacori twinkling above the valley. And a village whose people became inseparable from the experience of the place.
The Muthoot Group Tranforming Lives Since Its Founding
Part of one of India's most trusted conglomerates, Xandari properties are now under Muthoot Leisure & Hospitality Services — a chapter of entrepreneurial conservation that began in 2001.
With simplicity, elegance, and tranquility as guiding values, MLHS has grown Xandari from a single Costa Rican jewel to a collection of sanctuaries across Kerala, and soon, a 2,000-acre reserve just north of Goa.
20+
Business Divisions
4500
Branches Worldwide
2.5L+
Daily Customers
2001
Hospitality Journey
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Xandari Reserve, Goa
2,000 acres of forest. A new chapter in sustainable tourism — Xandari's crown jewel, pioneering conservation hospitality in India.
by Xandari Resorts
Authentic Experiences
Curated experiences that bring you closer to nature and culture across our handpicked destinations.
Costa Rica - Alajuela
Tropical Paradise in Central America
Village WalksMud RoadsFishing BoatsOrganic FarmAyurvedic WellnessLandscape
A relaxing getaway on the ocean front.
Marari Beach - India
Tranquil Beach Experience
Beach WalksLocal VillageAyurvedaOrganic FarmCooking ClassCycling
A peaceful retreat by the Arabian Sea.
Thekkady - India
Forest Reserve Experience
Spice PlantationForest TrekBoat SafariTribal VisitElephant CareNight Patrol
Deep connection with the wild of Periyar.
Alleppey - India
Backwater Experience
Houseboat StayCanal CruiseToddy Shop VisitCoir MakingFishingPaddy Fields
Living the life of the Kerala backwaters.
Fort Kochi - India
Historic Port Town Experience
Heritage WalkChinese NetsArt GalleriesKathakaliJewish SynagogueFerry Ride
A journey through centuries of history and culture.
Kayal Villa - India
Riverside Dining & Celebration Venue
WeddingDining
An exquisite venue for unforgettable weddings and luxury dining experiences.
What Our Guests Are Saying
Hear directly from travelers who have experienced the peace, culture, and hospitality of Xandari.
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