Aldeia Santa Rita
A contemporary hotel with plenty of old-world charm – that’s the Aldeia Santa Rita in a nutshell” You’ve probably come to Goa expecting big things from the beaches anyway, but the sight of Candolim’s sands will still fill you with joy. Disappearing over the horizon in both directions, it’s a heavenly stretch of rosy-yellow sands that promise the sunbathe of your life.
All Inclusive
- Full board and snacks; restrictions will apply
- Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks; restrictions will apply
- Tea and coffee, served 11:0018:00
- Facilities that do not form part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges – please see the A-Z Guide
Cidade de Goa
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“With Portuguese good looks and lush Goan surroundings, the Cidade de Goa is certainly easy on the eye.” There’s something magical about Dona Paula. And maybe you’ll feel it when you arrive on this beach 7 kilometres from the Goan capital, Panjim.
Bounded by thick coconut palms, the delicious sands sit on a picturesque peninsula, commanding inspiring views over an immense bay. Whether you’re a sun or fun-seeker, the scene will put a smile on your face.
All Inclusive Option
- Full board and snacks; restrictions will apply
- Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- 1 gala theme evening per person per week – Goan, Indian, Oriental or beach barbecue
- Activities as listed
- Entertainment as listed
- Other facilities as indicated
- Choice of a Swedish massage, manicure or pedicure, once per person per
stay – only 1 of the 3 options is included in the All Inclusive package - Facilities that do not form part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide
Citrus Goa Resort
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“Set in private gardens just footsteps from the heart of Calangute, the Citrus Goa Resort is in a fantastic spot.”
Known locally as ‘Queen of Beaches’, the beach at Calangute is exactly that. There’s nowhere in Goa that can match it for sheer beauty. Discovered by the hippies in the late 60s, word soon spread of this wonderful beach, bringing visitors from all over the globe. Today you can expect a bustling coast packed with the young and old alike.
Coconut Grove
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“It’s easy to see how this away-from-it-all hotel got its name – it’s pulled right up against a palm-fringed beach.” South Goa is the ideal place if you are looking for a peaceful holiday with a laid-back pace. Some of the finest beaches in the region skirt the coast with attractive Portuguese-style villages scattered through the hillsides.
Colonia Santa Maria
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“Just footsteps from the beach, these well-equipped apartments make a great holiday base.” These whitewashed, Portuguese-style apartments are just a stone’s skim from Baga Beach and within walking distance of Calangute – perfect for exploring the famous hippy trails of the Sixties and Seventies. And because you’re so close to the shore, you’re just minutes away from the beach bars and restaurants that line the sand, too. The northern area is the livelier part of Goa and has a bustling nightlife – you’ll find a good variety of shops, bars and restaurants. Soft sands run from Fort Aguada to Baga with the resort of Calangute in between them. Watersports are widely available.
Heritage Village Club
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“The All-Inclusive Heritage Village Club serves up stylish rooms and a gorgeous spa in a first-class setting.“ Step inside, and you’ll find contemporary but homely interiors. Bedrooms are a mix of warm terracottas and plain white walls, and come with tea-and-coffee kits and satellite TVs, not to mention big comfy beds with huge teak headboards. For all-out indulgence book a Grande Club room. They come with high-end tech toys like flatscreen TVs and DVD players. Add fluffy bathrobes, slippers and minibars full of fresh fruit, cookies and sweets, and these rooms are the ultimate in deluxe.
All Inclusive
- Full board and snacks
- Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, tea and coffee
- Activities as listed
- Entertainment as listed
- Other facilities as indicated
- Facilities that are not part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide
- Premium Club All Inclusive: Guests booking a Premium Club All Inclusive
room will receive all of the above plus exotic welcome drink, 1 bottle
of sparking wine per week, gala theme dinners, à la carte meals at Mango
Terrace twice a week, morning and afternoon snacks, unlimited premium
alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from 11.00 to 23.00 in the Premium
Lounge Bar, 1 complimentary Ayurvedic massage and 1 beauty session
Marinha Dourada
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“Surrounded by hills and lakes, this award-winning hotel puts you at one with nature.” Edging the lively beachside town of Baga, the small village of Arpora is great for mixing up some peace and quiet with the buzz of the northern Goan coast. It’s the amazing scenery that sets this place apart. The hotel is built among lakes, salt pans and rice fields, with the Baga River nearby, so it gives you a real flavour of Goa. Setting aside, the service here is just as impressive, and partly why TripAdvisor reviewers have ranked it the number one hotel in the area. Factor in the five Thomson Gold Awards it’s won over the last decade, and it’s easy to see why the Marinha Dourada attracts so many return guests.
Nizmar Resort
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“With a central spot, a great pool scene, and plenty of choice on the food front, the Hotel Nizmar Resort is a popular choice.”
It’s the location that scores top marks with this hotel. Set in central Calangute, it couldn’t get much closer to the action. A sandy beach, local markets and a mix of bars and restaurants are all within walking distance.
There’s plenty on offer at the hotel, too. Take the swimming pool for starters. It’s a large rectangular number with a tiled anchor motif on the bottom. There’s a separate children’s pool, too, and a wide sun terrace complete with loungers and parasols. Elsewhere, there’s a gym, a steam room and an Ayurvedic massage centre serving up a menu of traditional Indian therapies.
Phoenix Park Inn Resort
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“A central spot, good service, and a first class pool scene – no wonder this place is so popular with TripAdvisor reviewers.” Framed by pillow-soft dunes, you’ll find patches of sand covered in sunbeds and sunshades, perfect if you’re out for comfort. Otherwise, head for the empty spaces in-between – Candolim’s quieter than many other North Goan hotspots – for your share of tropical tranquillity. This hotel is a big hit with British guests, with many returning for a repeat stay. It’s right in the heart of Candolim so you’re just minutes from the beach, bars and restaurants. Plus there’s a bus stop right near the hotel if you fancy venturing further afield.
Ramada-Caravela Beach Resort Goa
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“Serving up Goa’s biggest swimming pool and a relaxing slice of beachside living, the Ramada Caravela Beach Resort is a popular choice.” Set in acres of tropical gardens, this place is a real oasis – all manicured lawns, tall palms and exotic flowers. What’s more, it’s just footsteps away from a huge stretch of powder-soft sand. Fringed by beach bars and restaurants, it’s the perfect spot to watch the sunset.
Ramada-Caravela Beach Resort Goa
Silver Sands Hideaway
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“Set within flip-flopping distance of Goa’s beaches, the Silver Sands Hideaway has the boutique touch.” The hotel itself is fresh from the wrapping. And with only 23 rooms, it’s got the boutique vibe down to a fine art. Inside, the rooms combine style and comfort to great effect. Large balconies showcase the views, while mod-cons come in the form of air-conditioning, satellite TVs, internet access and fridges.
Elsewhere, you’ll find a well-dressed restaurant. It offers up breakfast, lunch and evening meals, so you’re never far from a bite to eat. Expect a good range of international dishes, served à la carte.
Step outside, and the hotel’s swimming pool takes pride of place. It’s fairly large considering the size of the hotel, and is surrounded by sun loungers and parasols.
Sonesta Inns
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“A contemporary beachfront hotel set in lush gardens, the Sonesta Inn is every inch the good-looking Goan retreat.” On the food front, there’s a mix of cuisine on offer in the poolside restaurant, with Indian specialities and Chinese dishes playing a starring role. There’s a lounge bar, too, where evening cocktails come with a side-order of live music or cabaret.
Taj Exotica
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“Palm-filled gardens, a sweep of pale sand and traditional Goan décor – the Taj Exotica has tropical escape written all over it.” Lounge on the beach here and you’ll be in the true heart of Goa. Because, according to legend, Benaulim is the exact spot where an arrow fired by Vishnu pierced the sands, so instantly creating this blissful province.
Taj Fort Aguada
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“A plush 4-star retreat, Fort Aguada combines to-die-for-décor with a shorefront setting.” You’ll find a choice of rooms available in the main building plus some spacious villas and cottages nestled among the greenery. Whichever you go for, expect contemporary spaces with an emphasis on comfort. We’re talking over-sized beds dressed in crisp white cotton, dark-wood furniture and bathrooms that look more like mini spas. Air-conditioning comes as standard and in-room comforts like well-stocked minibars and flatscreen TVs add the finishing touches. Plus, stand alone cottages and villas come with private verandas and postcard-worthy sea views.
The Leela Kempinski Goa
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“Inspired by Indian temples and Portuguese colonial architecture, this gorgeous garden hotel is a calming retreat footsteps from a sandy beach.” Indian temples were the inspiration behind The Leela. Almost everywhere you go you’re greeted by Hindu icons, giant stone pillars and elaborate domes that seem to summon up a near-religious sense of calm.
It suits the hotel’s peaceful location down to the ground. Although the Leela sits on the edges of Cavelossim, its house-style annexes are scattered around 75 acres of tranquil gardens. Tropical touches are everywhere – tinkling waterfalls, lagoons and towering palms – with the hotel’s two pools tucked in the middle. Part of the gardens is even given over to the hotel’s 12-hole par 3 golf course.
