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Top 15 Luxury Resorts & Hotels for Holidaying in Goa

Top 15 Luxury Resorts & Hotels for Holidaying in Goa
Last Updated: October 22, 2018

In Goa a delightful range of accommodations ensures to make your stay a pleasurable one. For something different and replete with luxury, look no further than these enticing Goa luxury hotels. These five-star resorts have long made their mark on this most diminutive of Indian states by offering top-notch services, resplendent surroundings and calm and private access to sand-raked beaches. The charm of mammoth swimming pools and opulent–bedrooms allure one to stay in one of these Goa’s most elegant and charismatic luxury resorts. If the above mentioned is your idea of a holiday in Goa, then we suggest that you go through our list of top 15 luxury resorts & hotels in Goa given below:

Kenilworth Resort and Spa, Utorda – 5*

Kenilworth-Resort-and-Spa, This luxurious hotel is situated at a short distance from some of the prominent beaches in Goa like Majorda and Sunset. The Kenilworth Beach Resort & Spa offers a pleasant stay at its lavish and luxurious resort each room is adorned with exquisite Portuguese style of architecture and state of the art facilities. Be it business or leisure.

Room Types:

  • Deluxe/Garden View Rooms
  • Superior Deluxe Rooms
  • Executive/Presidential Suites

Amenities:

  • Meeting rooms
  • Spacious banquet hall,
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Large swimming pool
  • Lawns
  • Beauty Salon

Restaurants:

The resort renders three dining options along with an in-house bar and a sunken pool bar is also the attractions of the resort

  • Mallika – a North Indian specialty restaurant
  • Portofino – an all-day dining restaurant
  • Seahawk – a beach facing restaurant

Tip: Our tip is that you ask for the rooms that faces the pool.

Zuri White Sands, Goa Resort & Casino, Varca – 5*

Zuri-White-Sands,-Goa-Resor This is how you should splurge in luxury! At Zuri White Sands, you will be soaked in leisure and shall enjoy world-class hospitality. This lavish resort, which is situated in Varca, offers direct and private access to the beach. Guests are more than happy to find the perfect place to unwind, where they can choose how they want to be pampered.

Room Types:

  • The superior room
  • The zuri premium room
  • The zuri deluxe room
  • The zuri executive suite
  • The zuri suite

Amenities:

  • The hotel arranges for activities like
  • Spa
  • Parasailing
  • Beachside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Free Rides on beach shuttle

Restaurants:

  • Sake – Pan Asian restaurant & lounge
  • Waterfall cafe
  • Tangerine
  • Fins & rambooze
  • Blue lagoon

Tip: This exotic hotel also has children’s club and a children’s pool, so do not forget to make most of it.

Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa, Cansaulim – 5*

Park-Hyatt-Goa-Resort-and-S Park Hyatt doesn’t need any introduction; this high-end resort in Goa caters to all the needs of luxury seekers. Situated near Arossim Beach, Cansaulim in South Goa, Park allures guests with its incredible hospitality and sizable number of facilities.

Room Types:

  • Standard
  • View
  • Deluxe
  • Suite

Amenities:

  • Swimming pool
  • A pool-side bar
  • A spa centre called Sereno Spa

Restaurants:

  • Casa Sarita – a Goan restaurant
  • Masala for North and South Indian cuisine
  • Da Luigi; Palms – a beach-side grill and barbecue outlet
  • Village Cafe – offers wonderful options for those seeking to try new cuisine.
  • Praia de Luz – the Lounge Bar

Tip: Do not miss taking a dip on the large swimming pool called Aquamarine and relishing the delectable array of appetizers at the Lounge Bar.

Lalit Golf & Spa Resort, Canacona – 5*

Lalit-Golf-&-Spa-Resort Lalit Golf and Spa Resort make your experience even more unforgettable. The hotel makes its first impression on its guests with its largest golf course in Goa. Situated in Raj Baga, Canacona, this luxury accommodation in Goa offers 255 exquisitely designed rooms with numerous facilities that suit the needs of both leisure and business travellers .

Room Types:

  • Garden view / sea view suite
  • Luxury suite
  • The lalit legacy suite
  • Villa

Amenities:

  • Conference hall
  • Swimming pool,
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Spa Centre

Restaurants:

  • Sirocco (Mediterranean cuisine)
  • Corta’s (Goan cuisine)
  • Canacona (Multi-cuisine)
  • Sea bq (Seafood)

The Leela Goa, Mobor Beach – 5*

leela-palace-goa If you are seeking a perfect beach holiday in Goa, then staying in The Leela is the best choice you can make. Situated near the Cavelossim beach, this luxury hotel knows how to woo its guests! The brilliance of the Portuguese style structure and the modern day facilities makes it an affable place to stay.

Room Types:

  • The Club – Club Suite | Club Pool Suite | Royal Villa | Presidential Suite
  • Premiere Rooms
  • Lagoon Rooms – Lagoon Terrace | Lagoon Suite | Lagoon Deluxe Suite

Amenities:

  • 12-hole golf course
  • Floodlit tennis court
  • Croquet
  • Beach Volleyball

Restaurants:

  • Jamavar, a signature restaurant, serves authentic Indian cuisine
  • Riverside is an Italian restaurant
  • Yali Lounge offers a great ambience with Vijayanagara architecture
  • Aqua is an ideal nightclub experience
  • The Pool Bar serves refreshments throughout the day

Goa Marriott Resort & Spa, Panjim – 5*

Goa-Marriott-Resort The unmatched elegance of Goa Marriott and Spa is what you shall remember for a long time. Situated near Miramar Beach, this luxury resort in Goa has a picturesque location. The resort has 180 sophisticated rooms that offer a memorable stay here.

Room Types:

  • Garden View Room
  • Bay View Room
  • Bay View Patio
  • Bay View Suite

Amenities:

  • Ballroom
  • Fitness Centre
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa

Restaurants:

  • Waterfront Terrace & Bar
  • Bar-B-Q
  • Wan Hao
  • A poolside bar called Pool Bar

Grand Hyatt, Bambolim – 5*

Grand-Hyatt-goa If you have chosen Grand Hyatt to stay while you holiday in Goa, then you you are in for one of the most wonderful experiences of your life. Situated in Bambolim, North Goa, this plush hotel guarantees quite an interesting stay in the land of sand. Adorned with elegant Indo-Portuguese architecture, Grand Hyatt makes a style statement here. A perfect place for leisure and corporate travelers, this hotel caters to all the basic requirements of its guest.

Room Types:

  • Standard
  • View
  • Grand Club
  • Suite

Amenities:

  • Spa
  • Indoor and Outdoor pools
  • Fitness centre
  • Steam and Sauna

Restaurants:

  • The Verandah
  • The Dining Room
  • Chulha
  • Confeitaria
  • Capiz Bar
  • Bay View Lounge
  • Pool Bar and Grill

Tip: We suggest that you take a spa session at Shamana, which had been listed as the “Best New Spas of 2012” by the world’s leading travel magazine – Conde Nast Traveler (US).

Vivanta by Taj – Fort Aguada, Arpora – 5*

Vivanta-by-Taj-–-Fort-Aguad I guess this is how Vivanta by Taj likes to be described…Elegant, Charming and Romantic! Situated in Sinquerim, Bardez, Vivanta is at a very short distance from the famed Aguada Fort. Vivanta by Taj is a 5 star property, which offers 145 accommodation units that includes rooms, villas and cottages. Each unit has a different theme but they all that reflect the influence of both Goan and Portuguese architecture in their designs. Along with the famous Jiva Spa, one can even visit an astrologer here. The hotel offers the option of dining at its three different restaurants and drinking at its two different bars.

Room Types:

  • Superior Charm – Garden View w/ Sit Out Superior Charm, Sea View Superior Charm
  • Sea View w/ Sit Out Premium Indulgence Cottage – Garden View Premium Indulgence w/ Terrace Deluxe Allure Suite w/ Terrace Premium Temptation Villa, Garden View Premium Temptation Villa, Sea View Premium Temptation Villa
  • Two Bedroom Luxury Bliss Villa
  • Two Bedroom Presidential Nirvana Villa

Amenities:

  • The Famed Jiva Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Restaurants:

  • Latitude- the all day dining restaurant
  • Morisco- a seafood specialty restaurant
  • II Camino- specialising in Italian delicacies
  • SFX and Martini Bar

Tip: We suggest that you take the spa treatment at the world-class in-house Jiva Spa, as the experience is nothing short of a magic!

Taj Exotica, Salcetta – 5*

Taj-Exotica,-Salcetta Amongst the best luxury hotels in Goa, Taj Exotica is situated near Benaulim Beach. The hotel overlooks the Arabian Sea and is neatly erected amidst tropical gardens. Having 140 rooms with charming interior décor, the hotel is mostly done up in Mediterranean-style architecture.

Room Types:

  • Garden Villas
  • Deluxe Sea View Room
  • Sea View Villas
  • Luxury Rooms
  • Garden Plunge Pool Villas
  • Sea View Plunge pool Villas
  • Sunset Plunge Pool Villas
  • Luxury Suites and Presidential Villas

Amenities:

  • Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Shopping arcade

Restaurants:

  • Marble Arch – All-Day dining restaurant
  • Allegria – Goan cuisine

Tip: We suggest that you try Indian and international delicacies, along with non-alcoholic drinks here.

Fortune Select Regina, Candolim – 4*

Fortune-Select-Regina,-Cand A charming and attractive place to stay in Goa, Forune Select Regina is situated in Candolim, at a short distance from the Aguada Fort. Along with its state of the art luxury facilities, what attract the guests here are the theme night parties. The hotel has about 102 accommodation units that are categorized as per the taste of the guests.

Room Types:

  • Deluxe Rooms
  • Fortune Luxury Rooms
  • Suites
  • Room for Differently Abled Persons

Amenities:

  • Well-equipped gym
  • A piano room
  • A play zone

Restaurants:

  • Orchid
  • Nostradamus
  • Poolside Bar-be-que

Tip: We suggest that you choose a room that faces the pool and offers a view of green paddy fields.

Radisson Blu Resort, Salcette – 4*

Radisson-Blu-Resort,-Salcet This is an ideal place to stay if you are on a vacation with family in Goa. Situated in Cavelossim Salcette, this luxury resort is total worth for money type of a place. The hotel features a spa, conference space, swimming pool, restaurants and bar along with 132 luxurious rooms.

Room Types:

  • Superior Rooms
  • Premium Rooms
  • Executive Suites
  • Radisson Suites

Amenities:

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Room Service
  • Health Club

Restaurants:

  • Upper Deck (Indian/Western)
  • Lucio (Goan/Portuguese)
  • Lotus (Gujarati, Rajasthani and Dakshin)
  • Sagres – offers guests some great cocktails and malts

Tip: We recommend that you try various Ayurveda treatments here.

Double Tree by Hilton, Bardez – 4*

Double-Tree-by-Hilton,-Bard Along with being a perfect place to stay in Goa, Double Tree by Hilton is also a great place if you wish to explore the coastline in North Goa. Situated in Ximer, Arpora Bardez, this 5 star property in Goa offers best in class accommodation to leisure seekers. Double Tree is known for its warm hospitality and its world-class facilities and services.

Room Types:

  • Guest Rooms
  • Suites

Amenities:

  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Business centre

Restaurants:

  • Caffeine
  • CoBa
  • Flame

Tip: We suggest that you visit Ingo’s Saturday night market and Anjuna Flea Market situated nearby, if you are a shopaholic.

Mayfair Hideway Spa Resort, Betul – 4*

Mayfair-Hideway-Spa-Resort, An elegantly designed hotel, Mayfair Hideway Spa Resort enhances the charm of your holidays in Goa! Situated in Rangali, Betul, this luxury hotel captures the spirit of the lively state of Goa. Equipped with all modern amenities, the resort makes sure that the stay of the guests is pleasant and comfortable.

Room Types:

  • Guest Rooms
  • Suites

Amenities:

  • Swimming pool
  • River-boat ride
  • Library
  • Table Tennis
  • Pool Table

Restaurants:

  • Nautica – multi-cuisine restaurant
  • Bar & Grill restaurant
  • Aquarium Bar

Holiday Inn Resort, Cavelossim – 4*

Holiday-Inn-Resort,-Cavelos Holiday Inn guarantees an unforgettable holiday in Goa to luxury seekers. Situated near the Mobor Beach, the hotel offers direct access to the shore and this is what makes the place even more attractive. The hotel features elegantly-designed rooms that come in six options.

Room Types:

  • Plaza Garden View
  • Deluxe Room
  • Deluxe Sea Facing
  • Kids Suite
  • Garden Suite
  • Sunset Suite

Amenities:

  • Outdoor pool
  • Activity zone
  • Kid’s playground
  • Health club, Game room
  • Beauty salon
  • Spa

Restaurants:

  • Mardi Gras- the 24-hour coffee shop
  • Whispers of the Orient- which serves authentic delicacies from Far East
  • Fig & Olive- a Mediterranean-cuisine restaurant
  • Beach Grill – serves seafood, Goan and European dishes
  • Sundowner Bar – The lone bar that the guests can hit for some fine cocktails and wines

Tip: We recommend that you choose the Sunset Suites, which will open the option for you to have private jacuzzi and enjoy breathtaking views from the balcony.

Holiday in Goa is incomplete without staying in one of these luxury hotels. These extravagant resorts not only offer luxury at its best but also give you the opportunity to learn more about Goa. The next time you are in Goa; do not forget to book your accommodation at one of these fabulous resorts for an unforgettable holiday!

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Published: 13 Oct, 2014
Nidhi Singh

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From the Lake District, Nainital, Nidhi Singh is a travel writer whose love for mountains can be seen in her write ups. Talk about solo travelling, indulging in adventure activities, binging on good food, planning budget trips or the Aurora Borealis and you will get all her attention. It is the wanderlust that keeps her going and if at all she could get one wish granted she would love to live a life less ordinary. Follow her on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.

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