Goa hotels on the first coastline are never empty. There are several explanations for this. This resort is the most striking component of India. The local excursion program is not very rich, but they usually come here not for the sake of beautiful ruins, but for harmony and beach rest. And this, fortunately, is in abundance here. We have prepared an overview of the best accommodation options that can satisfy any request. They all have a high rating and a lot of positive reviews.
Royal Orchid Beach Resort & Spa, Goa 5 *
Located two minutes from Utorda Beach. The hotel is surrounded by a stunning tropical garden, while the hotel itself in many ways continues this analogy - sand and woody colors prevail in the decoration of the premises, and numerous flowers and greenery literally cover the floors and walls. Add to this the splash of waves and the soft flickering of numerous lanterns, and you can more clearly feel the atmosphere of this place. There is a large swimming pool on site with a refreshing bar and a small Indian restaurant.
Fans of outdoor activities can spend time on the tennis court or join the beach volleyball, football or box cricket players. After a busy day, it is especially pleasant to trust the hands of the masters at Sohum Spa. The hotel complex also includes a restaurant with sea views. Local chefs are particularly adept at preparing international cuisine. The staff speaks English and Hindi.
The Zuri White Sands, Goa Resort & Casino 5 *
Varca Beach, in the immediate vicinity of which the hotel is located, is located in a quiet resort village on the south coast. The hotel lies among lush vegetation - the buildings of light stone with high ceilings and huge windows evoke clear associations with old Italian architecture with arched vaults and columns. On the territory there is a swimming pool with a waterfall for adults, for younger guests there is a special pool with water slides. Those looking to stay in shape can rent a bike or take up the badminton court.
A gym and sauna are also available. Those guests who value gastronomic diversity will especially enjoy staying at the hotel - Waterfalls serves a wide variety of culinary traditions. Sake restaurant is a bit apart, where teppanyaki-style dishes are prepared right in front of guests. There is also a seasonal restaurant on site where you can sample local food and drinks. The service is in Hindi and English.
Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Goa 5 *
South Goa is blessed with the luxury of exotic beaches. Utorda is of particular pristine beauty, which lies in the rare shade of palm trees. Guests, as usual, note its cleanliness and lack of people. Just one minute from this beach is Planet Hollywood, which bears a rather pretentious name. Bold color schemes, pop art paintings vividly reminiscent of scenes from their classic Hollywood blockbusters, sunny terraces leading directly to the beach or garden - this is what awaits guests of this hotel. If you want to go on vacation with your pet or you have no one to leave it with, do not worry - the hotel can accommodate pets.
There is also free parking on site and a tour desk that can help you plan your leisure time as well as implement it. There are two restaurants on the territory, which are focused on Japanese and international cuisine. Breakfast is served in a buffet style, and guests have almost traditionally noted that Indian dishes are perhaps the best of all.
The Leela Goa 5 *
This hotel has, without exaggeration, a magical location - it lies on the densely covered with greenery of the coast, surrounded on both sides by blue lagoons. The local natural beauty is amazing. If you want to fully enjoy the harmony and colors of the local nature, climb aboard one of the boats that leave the marina every day at sunset. Living here will help you get away from the problems of everyday life and spend more time alone with yourself. Yoga classes right on the ocean shore, pottery lessons will help you with this.
The hotel itself fully corresponds to its status and is sustained in an Indian atmosphere: the lobby is decorated with statues of many-faced gods and elephants, traditional music is heard from everywhere, and women in saris make you feel that this is exactly what a living India looks like. Numerous reservoirs are laid out throughout the territory. Tiny fish swim in them, as well as in dozens of transparent jugs. Ayurvedic massages are available at the local spa. There are four restaurants on the territory, where you can agree on almost any kind of menu. The staff is traditionally fluent in English and Hindi.
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa 5 *
The Mediterranean flavor in which this hotel is decorated is perfectly combined with the landscapes of the Arabian Sea. The hotel owns a vast territory - all twenty-three hectares are decorated with a landscaped garden, the view of which opens from the windows. Neutral tones and dark wood furnishings look elegant. Rooms are decorated with fresh flowers and designer interior elements. Some have a private pool. On a sunny day, you can lie on the beach or play tennis. A kids club is open for children, so you don't have to worry about the leisure time of little travelers.
A children's pool, free sweets and attentive staff are guaranteed to keep them busy. Cuisine - this is what Taj Exotica is famous for. Lobster Shark Restaurant is located right on the coast and serves the freshest seafood. Allegria employs local chefs who cherish the state's traditional cuisine. Miguel Arcanjo fits the spirit of this hotel in a certain sense - it specializes in Mediterranean cuisine.
W Goa 5 *
This hotel is located in the resort of Vagator in the north of Goa. A sparsely populated beach with numerous rocks and tall palm trees does not have a particularly developed infrastructure, but the charm of the wild coastline overcomes these disadvantages. The hotel is decorated in white colors with ethnic motives. Rooms offer views of the dark sand beach, tropical garden or pool. There is also a yoga studio, sauna and fitness center on site.
If you would like to learn more about the culture and history of this part of the resort, you can rent a car or bike, and ask for more information at the front desk. In order to have a tasty meal you do not have to leave the hotel territory - it will be enough to opt for one of the restaurants that are part of the hotel complex. Spice Traders are renowned for the fact that their chef personally creates dishes with a pan-Asian flavor, but the Kitchen Table is for those who want to stay in local cuisine.
Azaya Beach Resort Goa 5 *
Benaulim, the beach at which this hotel is located, is known for its quietness, relaxing beach holidays, and butterflies. This place has a rather long history. So, it is believed that it was Benaulim that was the first of the beaches in Goa. It is also he who appears in the ancient Hindu myths about the sixth incarnation of Vishnu. Azaya is located on a sand spit. The windows offer stunning panoramic views of the sea surface. The hotel is famous for its Portuguese garden.
Separately, it should be said about the Prana spa, which can without understatement be called a real oasis of tranquility. Its design is distinguished by an abundance of natural stone and wood. There is also a special outdoor relaxation area. Exotic cocktails are available at the local lounge.It is decorated in a New York style. Local restaurants are notable for their conceptual serving - wok, wok and dinner.
Bogmallo Beach Resort 4 *
The hotel is located on the Bogmalo beach, where the oldest diving school in the resort is still open. Local street food is considered one of the tastiest along the entire southern coastline, which, coupled with the purity of the sand, makes this place a real magnet for tourists. Bogmallo Beach Resort features a traditional Indian spa. Ethnic motives are also reflected in the design of the rooms and the specifics of the cuisine of local restaurants. Free parking is available on site.
In the tourist office, you can not only plan your excursion vacation and start implementing it, but also exchange money if such a need arises. Without leaving the resort, you can rent water sports equipment or a bicycle. The hotel has four restaurants. Traditional Indian cuisine is successfully complemented by vivid performances in the national flavor. Please note that the hotel is only serviced in Hindi.
Beleza By The Beach 4 *
The hotel is located on the very coast - right on the dark sand of Colva. In the immediate vicinity there is a market area and a sunny promenade lined with numerous family restaurants and souvenir shops. The hotel is surrounded by gardens, which are in perfect harmony with the general appearance of this part of the coast. The hotel rooms are not located in buildings, as you would expect from Goa, but in small villas that are scattered throughout the territory.
The decoration of the rooms is characterized by elegance and color consistency. A steam bath and sauna are available for guests. Adults can swim in the outdoor pool, while for children there is a special swimming pool with a shallower depth. The local restaurant serves international cuisine. There is no meal schedule, so you can come back anytime. The staff is fluent not only in Hindi, but also in English.
The Park Calangute Goa 4 *
The hotel is designed within the framework of the concept of "love and peace". It is located on the Calangute beach, where tourists from Russia often choose. This beach is known for its cleanliness as well as the ancient Fort Aguada, which is located to the south of the city. If you are planning to stay at The Park Calangute Goa, keep in mind that there is another beach to the north of Calangute - Baga. It is worth a visit if you are interested in active leisure and water sports.
There is also the Anjuna flea market in the immediate vicinity, where you can choose jewelry or clothing in ethnic colors. All hotel rooms are decorated in light colors, in perfect harmony with light wood furnishings. The city is visible from the windows. There is a Love restaurant on site that serves both local and Western dishes. The hotel staff also speaks English.
Riva Beach Resort 4 *
If you have the opportunity to see Mandrem Beach from the sea, you will see an unusual picture - a row of exactly the same houses, painted in different colors. The beach is located on the territory of the picturesque village of the same name, where tourists with different budget levels rest. There are also many families with children here - the good, the climate and the peculiarities of the coastline. Riva Beach is located fifty meters from the beach. This comfortable, modern hotel offers cottage accommodation.
The local spa and massage services are located right in the open air. You can enjoy British, Thai, German and Indian cuisines at the Waterfront Restaurant. It is not at all necessary to sit indoors - you can always sit on one of the outdoor terraces. If you feel like having a picnic, barbecue facilities can be rented on site. The hotel staff speaks English.
Longuinhos Beach Resort 4 *
The beach is just three minutes from the hotel. Colva is a classic beach holiday, and therefore you can rest assured that the coastline is clean. If you don't want to dip into salt water, there is always the option to stay on site and swim in the pool. The hotel is designed in a classic style - no bright colors or ethnic motives. An open-air "dance floor" is open for guests.
The Tartaruga restaurant is located right on the shore - here you can taste not only British, Goan and Indian cuisine, but also special dishes that are baked in the tandoori oven. There is also a tour desk on site, whose staff can help with car rental and organizing the excursion component of the rest. You don't have to fiddle with online translators or dictionaries - the staff speaks Russian.
Larisa Beach Resort 3 *
This relatively small resort hotel is located in Morjim, a small village in the north where Russian tourists usually go. The local beach of the same name is ideal for those guests of the island who want to avoid the crowds of tourists. Larisa quite confidently demonstrates the quality of accommodation and recreation. If you just want to enjoy a swim in the Arabian Sea and relax on your own, this hotel would be the perfect option.
Spacious rooms decorated in light colors, walls lined with wood, the warm light of numerous lanterns and lamps - this place becomes completely special in the evening. Guests can enjoy a daily buffet breakfast and a local restaurant serving both Indian and European dishes. The staff speaks English and Hindi.
Marron Sea View Resort 3 *
Palolem is considered one of the most picturesque beaches with clear azure sea, lush green hills and tall palm trees. Along the line of the embankment, there are numerous shops where you can buy spices, clothes and a variety of handmade souvenirs. The atmosphere of hospitable liveliness always reigns here, and Marron Sea View Resort is in many ways a kind of reflection of this atmosphere.
The area consists of numerous wooden cottages. There is a stretch of beach adjacent to the hotel, where fishermen like to get out. Only breakfast is served on site, so you will have to eat in town throughout the day. Guests can make use of the tour desk and car rental. The staff speaks English.
Chalston Beach Resort 3 *
This hotel lies in Calangute Bay, in the vicinity of the town of the same name, which in the past was a favorite city of hippies. Today, this is still one of the most popular tourist areas of the island, and therefore there is a relatively developed infrastructure and a relatively large number of tourists. However, here you can also find quite a budget accommodation option. Chalston is a large hotel complex. Almost all buildings are made of wood or upholstered with wood paneling.
The rooms are decorated in a classic style and are strictly maintained. There is a lot of greenery on the territory, and among the dense plantings, statues of Indian gods and sacred animals are hidden. The local restaurant serves Chinese, Indian, local and Italian cuisine. You can sit outdoors, indoors, or order something delicious right in your room. The staff speaks Hindi, English and Swedish.
