Goa is one of the regions of India, strikingly different from the rest of the country. General poverty does not concern him, the beggarly quarters in this state are a myth, but it is unlikely that you will be able to find any special flavor here. Not surprisingly, luxurious 5-star hotels with their own beach are located on the coast of Goa โ in no way inferior to European and Turkish ones, beloved by Russians. This is especially true of the southern part of the region, where rich Indians and wealthy Europeans traditionally have a rest.
The Leela Goa 5*
This hotel is the quintessence of luxury in all its manifestations. Low buildings and villas are surrounded by gardens and blue lagoons, the territory is simply immersed in greenery. The road to a well-maintained private beach takes no more than 5 minutes. Each of The Leela Goa's rooms and restaurants is an example of European elegance and elegant luxury.
Guests can stay in their own villas or rooms of various classes in the building. All of them are equipped with all the necessary furniture, including a huge double bed, appliances and electronics, a private bathroom, as well as a balcony with a breathtaking view of the lagoon.
Entertainment is also top notch. Guests can play tennis or golf (the hotel has its own course), relax in the spa, which offers Ayurvedic massages and yoga classes in addition to standard treatments, visit a master class in a pottery workshop or go on a sunset cruise. There are also 7 restaurants and bars on site, serving Indian and Italian cuisines, as well as great coffee.
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The first thing that attracts tourists to this hotel is its convenient location, just 14 kilometers from the international airport and a 20-minute drive from the Margao railway station. In addition, it is not far from here to the โvisitingโ sights of the region โ Panaji, the Mangeshi temple and the church of Old Goa. As for the hotel itself, it really lives up to its name.
The luxurious spa offers a wide range of treatments. In addition, there is a huge outdoor pool with a hydromassage area (the second largest in Goa). You can continue to relax in the room โ the atmosphere is really conducive to this. In addition to the standard set of services, guests are offered a personal safe, a set for making tea and coffee, as well as a mini-bar with excellent filling. The balcony offers a great view of the pool or the city. In addition to the spa, the infrastructure is represented by several bars and restaurants, a business center, a tour desk, car rental, a sauna and a fitness center.
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ITC Grand Goa, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa 5*
The Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa is located in a huge landscaped garden, literally โcarvedโ by numerous lagoons and channels. The local white-sand beach can rightly be called one of the best in the region โ the strip in this area is very wide, there is enough space for everyone, absolutely nothing prevents you from enjoying the sound of the waves or the beauty of the ocean.
As for accommodation, guests are offered a fairly large selection of rooms of different classes โ from economy, if you can call them that, to luxurious park suites with sea views. In any case, everywhere there are bathrooms, air conditioners, a plasma TV with several channels, including Russian ones, and an electric kettle.
The infrastructure is represented by a luxurious spa (some vouchers already include a certain set of procedures, but in most cases the beauty program is compiled on the spot and services are paid extra), a lounge area and a games room, several restaurants where you can try both traditional European, as well as national dishes). At the tour desk, you can choose a trip to your liking.
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Caravela Beach Resort 5*
Caravela Beach Resort is located on the first coastline, near Varca Beach. The road to it will take no more than 5 minutes. The vast green territory of the hotel is a great place to forget about pressing problems and take a break from the usual urban bustle.
The number of rooms is represented by a variety of accommodation options โ from the usual superior to the presidential suite, with an area of โโmore than 80 square meters. The rooms offer beautiful panoramic views of the pool, garden or sea. As for the equipment of the rooms, they have everything you need to relax โ a private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities, TV, air conditioning, safe.
The infrastructure is represented by a spa, fitness center, sauna, tennis court, golf course. It also offers 7 bars and restaurants, one of which serves seafood and grilled dishes, a nightclub, several pools, including a panoramic one, with a beautiful view.
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Grand Hyatt Goa 5*
This hotel, whose territory resembles colorful illustrations from advertising brochures about Goa, is located in the center of the region, in the picturesque bay of Bambolim. You can walk to the beautiful sandy beach in 5-6 minutes. Rooms of different classes are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay and are focused on families and small companies โ they all accommodate up to 4 people. Each has a furnished balcony or veranda where you can relax while enjoying the scenic surroundings. A nice bonus is the presence of a coffee machine.
The restaurants offer guests not only luxury service, but also delicious dishes of Indian, Asian, Mediterranean and international cuisines, as well as seafood. In addition, guests have a unique opportunity to dine right on the beach while enjoying the sunset. At the bar you can order delicious coffee or a glass of good wine. From entertainment โ several swimming pools, a spa, yoga and fitness classes, a sauna. Also, animators periodically hold sports competitions. In general, tourists who are thirsty for activity will not be bored.
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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa 5*
The rooms are decorated in a classic style, furnished with wooden furniture and equipped with all necessary appliances. Each has a balcony, while some have a private pool and hot tub. It is also possible to stay in luxurious presidential villas for 4-6 people. The infrastructure is represented by a spa, several bars and restaurants, swimming pools, including a childrenโs pool, and a fitness center. From entertainment โ yoga classes, a tennis court, a golf course and even a library. Younger guests can relax in the kids club, where a team of experienced animators takes care of them.
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Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa, Goa 5*
Taj Holiday Village & Spa is located on Sinkerim Beach. Cottages with terracotta roofs, difficult to lose track of exotic greenery, are at some distance from each other. Each has a bedroom and a small living area. Rooms overlooking the garden (some luxury villas โ sea) are decorated in a classic Thai style, furnished with wooden furniture and equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
In the bathroom, guests will find an individual set of perfumery and cosmetic accessories, as well as a cozy bathrobe and slippers. In the picturesque area there was a place for several restaurants, including an open-air terrace on the seashore, a tennis court, a golf course and a spa that offers a wide range of both traditional and unusual Indian treatments. The beach offers a variety of water activities.
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Acron Waterfront Resort 5*
Acron Waterfront Hotel is a small and cozy hotel located a 5-minute walk from the beautiful Baga Beach. In addition, one of the largest Saturday night markets in Goa is located 3 kilometers away, which makes this option especially attractive among fans of shopping and the exotic. The rooms are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. It features a private bathroom with personalized toiletries, a large flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a small seating area and a minibar.
On the territory there is a restaurant (if desired, food delivery to the room is possible), a swimming pool, a spa, a fitness center with exercise equipment, a jacuzzi. In the evenings, concerts and entertainment programs are arranged for guests (entrance to the event is not included in the price of accommodation and is paid additionally) โ sometimes even well-known artists in India perform on the Acron Waterfront stage.
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Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Goa 5*
Once you cross the threshold of this modern hotel, it is easy to forget that you are in India. Everywhere guests are surrounded by portraits of Hollywood stars, the staff speaks excellent English, the level of service is at its best. In general, almost Los Angeles. The only difference is that the hotel is not located in a noisy city, but on a beautiful beach, reminiscent of a picture from a bounty advertisement.
The rooms are individually designed and some of them are dedicated to a particular star. In others, the interior is simply neutral. Guests can choose between sea or garden views. And, of course, each room has everything you need for a comfortable stay. On the territory there is a restaurant that offers an international menu, a coffee shop, a small cozy spa, and a fitness center. Water sports equipment can be rented on the beach. There are also instructors ready to help those who get to know them for the first time.
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Goa Marriott Resort & Spa 5*
Every traveler has probably heard about the luxury hotels of the Marriott line at least once in their life. One of them is located in Goa, in Panaji, just a 5-minute drive from the Cala Academy pier. The hotel rooms are decorated in accordance with the best European traditions, each has everything you need for a comfortable stay: TV, air conditioning, safe, tea or coffee making facilities.
The bathroom has a shower, a hairdryer, an individual set of perfumery and cosmetic accessories, a bathrobe and slippers. The infrastructure is represented by several restaurants (you can order food and drinks to your room at any time), cafes, swimming pools, a spa, and a fitness center. On the beaches, guests are terrified of all kinds of water activities.
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Goa City 5 *
It is located in a quiet place, away from the bustle of the city. The beach resembles a picture from a bounty advertisement. Dolphins often swim up to the quiet shore. The territory is not too extensive, but everything is located very conveniently and compactly. The rooms of different categories look simple, but at the same time elegant. All are individually designed with modern furnishings. Some have panoramic windows overlooking the sea. And, of course, household appliances and electronics necessary for a comfortable stay. The bathroom offers an individual set of toiletries, a hairdryer, and suites have bathrobes and slippers.
The main restaurant serves signature dishes from the chef every evening, in the other two you can find an international menu familiar to many of our compatriots. In addition, a confectionery is open around the clock โ this hotel is a real paradise for the sweet tooth. In addition to the gastronomic component, the infrastructure is represented by a swimming pool, a spa, and a sauna. In the fitness club you can work out on your own or under the guidance of an experienced trainer.
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W Goa 5*
A modern hotel resembling a spaceship in its appearance is located on the first coastline of the Vagator resort. The rooms are decorated in a classic style, in addition to the sleeping area, each has a small guest room. The bathroom is equipped with a hair dryer, a soft bathrobe, slippers, and an individual set of perfumery and cosmetic accessories. The windows offer a beautiful view of the sea or mountains. Yoga classes are regularly held in the hotel's garden, and everyone is welcome to join. It also offers a spacious swimming pool, restaurant, spa, sauna and bar. The beach offers all kinds of water fun.
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The O Hotel, Goa 5 *
This five-star hotel is located just a two-minute walk from Candolim Beach, ideal not only for a relaxing holiday, but also for water sports โ skiing and parasailing. Equipment rentals are available on site. The room stock is represented by magnificent suites with wooden floors and designer furniture. Each of them has a balcony overlooking the sea or garden, a private bathroom, as well as all white goods and electronics. The infrastructure is represented by three restaurants (one of them serves international dishes, the other serves Asian dishes, and the third serves local cuisine), a bar, a swimming pool and a spa. This hotel is not big or luxurious. It is more for those who appreciate comfort and peace.