The best available hotels & places to stay near Goa

August 12, 2022 Stefan Strunk

The sandy coast of Goa is perfect for reclining by the sea. Nestle into a cushioned chair at a beach shack and savor a curry while you sip a Kingfisher beer, watching the sun slip lazily below the horizon. In Old Goa, the beautiful Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a fine example of baroque architecture. Visit during Christmastime to experience a fantastic religious and cultural mash-up of East and West.
Restaurants in Goa

1. Holiday Inn Resort Goa, an IHG Hotel

Mobor Beach South Goa, Cavelossim 403731 India
Excellent
70%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3629 reviews

Holiday Inn Resort Goa, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Resort is located at Mobor Beach, Cavelossim, in South Goa, overlooking the Arabian Sea. This Mediterranean-inspired resort with its direct access to the beach is as enchanting as it is unique. Situated 38km from Dabolim International Airport and 17km from Margao Railway Station, the resort is ideally located for a relaxing and fun filled Vacation in Goa. The resort offers spacious rooms with balconies that open up to majestic views of the Arabian Sea and landscaped gardens. The resort offers indoor and outdoor venues for all meetings and events, including the Ballroom, one of the largest pillar-less banquet halls in Goa at 5,068 sq ft with 1,26,000 sq ft of lawns which can be sectioned off as required, absolutely ideal for romantic destination weddings. Within the luxurious resort, indulge the finest nuances of Indian and international cuisines, including the 24-hour Zest Cafe and Kitchen, which specializes in Indian and Global cuisine.

Holiday Inn Resort Goa

Reviewed By sunidhiv2022

Holiday Inn Goa - Awesome place to stay . Loved the buffet breakfast and dinner at Zest Restaurant . The Hotel has Amazing house keeping service ; beach vicinity ; kids activities ; clean swimming pool , spa ,etc . Special thanks to Diksha at Restaurant Zest to take care of all our demands at Zest Restaurant .?You make ur guests more comfortable by ur friendly conversations in the middle of ur busy schedule of serving them . Best wishes to Chef Anthony at Zest Restaurant to continue serving delicious dishes to HI guests .. ?? Also big thanks to Beach Grill chef Albeto for customising fish as per our requirements and making it superlicious at the same time ? Zest Restaurant Managers - Mr Snehit and Mr Pradeep and all the Zest staff including Alisha ; Manoj ; Rizwaan , Shaun ; Flosten ; Sendra and Beach Grill staff Tripti ; Iwaan Nikhil take great interest in serving their guests ..All the Best for ur future endeavours ..?

2. Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa

Sinquerim Beach, Fort Aguada, Sinquerim 403519 India
Excellent
66%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3840 reviews

Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa

Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa, spreading across a picturesque 42 acres, meanders into the ramparts of the 17th century Portuguese coastal fort. The resort spreads on the sea front along the Sinquerim to Calangute beach stretch. It is an hour and half drive from the airport.

Great hospitality at Taj Aguada Goa

Reviewed By Akritimadan07

Our stay at Taj Fort Aguada was extremely comfortable and memorable! I would especially like to thank Sunanda who went out of her way to make our stay so pleasant and beautiful! It is people like her who make Taj Hospitality world renowned!

3. ibis Styles Goa Calangute Resort

Survey 166 Naikawaddo, Calangute 403516 India
Excellent
79%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2573 reviews

ibis Styles Goa Calangute Resort

750 steps to Tivai beach, 15 min from Calangute beach & Candolim Beach and 25 min from Baga beach in North Goa, Feel Welcome in our designer pool view rooms with balcony for a vacation of a lifetime. This resort has a multi cuisine restaurant which serves breakfast, and a bar. Amenities include Wi-Fi, bicycle rides, local jeep transfers, Go Pro cameras and pool games are inclusive. Dedicated kids pool and play areas make it a perfect family destination. A swim in one of our outdoor pools will be a refreshing start to your break when you can capture underwater moments. Water sports aficionados can relish at Calangute Beach with banana boating, wind surfing, jet skiing and parasailing. The restaurants/shacks at Candolim beach will certainly help you escape from the hunger pangs. Apart from that, don't miss the night flea market at the Anjuna beach that offers magnificent antiques, ethnic jewellery and Goan souvenirs. Infantaria Pastalaria Restaurant is a must for you, if you are a fan of the Italian cuisine.

Loved the staffs of Ibis Styles! Will come again :)

Reviewed By GudlyMishra

We stayed in Ibis Styles for 3 days and it was simply awesome! Next time I go to Goa, I will stay there again :) The best experience points: 1. Great staff.. loved the service! Would like to call out some names: Payel and Prema from the restaurant - they would always ensure that my little one (1 year old) i swell seated, feeling well, would pamper him always, Resham from the front desk - lovely warm hearted girl who would ensure you are all happy with your stay, and Head Chef Shiv Vishal - he ensured that my 1 year old had his kind of food. Amazing people, and they would ensure you have your best holidays with them. 2. Stay is absolutely comfortable, good room, good housekeeping etc. 3. Food is bliss!! Great breakfast spread.. I bet you can't finish all! And yumm dinner buffet! My favorite was the various kinds of Pasta that they were making. 4. They have a third party travel desk - what else you need?? Note that there are no Uber or Ola in Goa. This travel team offers airport pick-up and drop services, as well as you can rent a good car too. We loved the car renting aspect and we were dropped at the aiprort as per our convenience. 5. Good pool, great sitting areas, lovely places to take snaps! Some Tips: 1. Opt for a top floor, swimming pool facing room in Ibis Casa (I felt Ibis Sol was a bit space bound) 2. Opt for half board - that means you will get complimentary breakfast and dinner/lunch at a very reasonable price. Please note food is Goa is super costly and outside food the quantity is very less. 3. Let the staff know about any of your additional requirements, they will get you. Thanks Ibis! Regards, Sarita Mishra

4. Sterling Goa- Varca

605/D Pedda - Colva Rd Varca, Fatrade, Salcette, Varca 403721 India
Excellent
90%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2419 reviews

Sterling Goa- Varca

Take a trip back to history at Sterling Goa Varca, our resort located just near where Vasco Da Gama discovered the sea route to India. Head out to the Varca beach, which is just a stone’s throw away, indulge in cruises and dolphin watching, or revitalize yourself within the luxurious resort with the amenities and our staff at your service.

Excellent experience

Reviewed By Duisgkkgg

I love Goa and i love sterling food was so good and services also excellent. I especially thank Avijit Mandal and Anita for his or her service. Varca beach too good and resort ambience also so excellent. I love Goa and i will come back again.

5. Novotel Goa Resort & Spa

Off Candolim Road Pinto Waddo, Candolim, Bardez 403515 India
Excellent
72%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2466 reviews

Novotel Goa Resort & Spa

Nestled amidst the serene countryside of lush paddy plantations, relaxation reigns at AccorHotels first Novotel Resort in Goa. A place blessed by nature, This breathtaking property just off North Goa's bustling nightlife and beaches is designed as a magical hideaway where time stands still as families and couples bond together, kids make new friends and have great fun. The Candolim Beach a few minutes away. Whether relishing an intimate couple's hideaway or a retreat for the entire family, the 121 rooms and suites at this resort is designed with the entire family in mind. Food and beverage outlets serving global cuisine with a local touch, our signature breakfast experience, a sports corner with badminton/ basketball ring, a gym, a fun pool area with great music & a Jacuzzi, our easy lobby with fun technology. As part of the family & Novotel program, the supervised kids activity corner (one of the largest in North Goa) is an ideal space for kids to enhance their innate talents via fun, educational programs as well as games, movie afternoons etc. Guests can take advantage of the unique Balinese-style design Warren Tricomi Spa which offers endless treatments with 10 treatment rooms & Goa's only Turkish hammam bath. But if you'd rather enjoy your tipple by the poolside, or take to the Sunken bar, attached pool bar for a refreshing drink. There are captivating activities by the vitality pool with private cabanas. Pleasure is a daily mantra here. So whether it's a shopaholic, a gastronome, a spa junkie and a nature lover - the resorts location and features covers all they want.

Excellent

Reviewed By Harleen1407

Excellent stay excellent service . The restaurant people are so courteous. They went out of the way to serve us everything we asked for. We dint hear a no for anything. A special mention to Sukanya, Prasenjit & chef Pradeep . So you know whom to ask for when u visit them.

6. Holiday Inn Resort Goa, an IHG Hotel

Mobor Beach South Goa, Cavelossim 403731 India
Excellent
70%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3629 reviews

Holiday Inn Resort Goa, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Resort is located at Mobor Beach, Cavelossim, in South Goa, overlooking the Arabian Sea. This Mediterranean-inspired resort with its direct access to the beach is as enchanting as it is unique. Situated 38km from Dabolim International Airport and 17km from Margao Railway Station, the resort is ideally located for a relaxing and fun filled Vacation in Goa. The resort offers spacious rooms with balconies that open up to majestic views of the Arabian Sea and landscaped gardens. The resort offers indoor and outdoor venues for all meetings and events, including the Ballroom, one of the largest pillar-less banquet halls in Goa at 5,068 sq ft with 1,26,000 sq ft of lawns which can be sectioned off as required, absolutely ideal for romantic destination weddings. Within the luxurious resort, indulge the finest nuances of Indian and international cuisines, including the 24-hour Zest Cafe and Kitchen, which specializes in Indian and Global cuisine.

Holiday Inn Resort Goa

Reviewed By sunidhiv2022

Holiday Inn Goa - Awesome place to stay . Loved the buffet breakfast and dinner at Zest Restaurant . The Hotel has Amazing house keeping service ; beach vicinity ; kids activities ; clean swimming pool , spa ,etc . Special thanks to Diksha at Restaurant Zest to take care of all our demands at Zest Restaurant .?You make ur guests more comfortable by ur friendly conversations in the middle of ur busy schedule of serving them . Best wishes to Chef Anthony at Zest Restaurant to continue serving delicious dishes to HI guests .. ?? Also big thanks to Beach Grill chef Albeto for customising fish as per our requirements and making it superlicious at the same time ? Zest Restaurant Managers - Mr Snehit and Mr Pradeep and all the Zest staff including Alisha ; Manoj ; Rizwaan , Shaun ; Flosten ; Sendra and Beach Grill staff Tripti ; Iwaan Nikhil take great interest in serving their guests ..All the Best for ur future endeavours ..?

7. Caravela Beach Resort

Varca Beach, Salcete, Varca 403721 India
Excellent
66%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5121 reviews

Caravela Beach Resort

The Caravela Beach Resort is an independent ‘5-Star Deluxe’ beach resort comprising of 201 rooms, several of which have direct sea-views. (The Resort was previously affiliated with Renaissance Hotels for several years). The Caravela is designed by the world famous architects WATG (who also designed the Atlantis Resorts, Sun City, the Bellagio and Wynn in Las Vegas). The Resort is located on the powdery white sands of Varca Beach, South-Goa. The Caravela is a 45-minute car ride from Goa’s Dabolim Airport and is built on a 23-acre estate, with a large golf course and a 275-meter long beach-front. The Resort has an 83-foot high Atrium lobby, making it Goa’s tallest and largest lobby. The Caravela is surrounded by immaculately landscaped gardens that are home to several unique birds. The entire landscaping and free-form swimming pools were designed by the renowned international landscape architect, Belt Collins Singapore. A majority of the guest-rooms are connected to the main lobby via air-conditioned corridors, making it comfortable in the summers and monsoon-proof during the rainy months. Each guest-room has an attached outdoor balcony. For entertainment, the Resort has 4 Restaurants and multiple bars. The ‘Swim-Up Pool Bar’ and the ‘Beach Shack’ (Seasonal) are especially popular with guests. The Animation Team of the Resort has a myriad of daily activities for both children and adults! The Caravela’s excellent service continues to impress discerning travelers who are looking for a personalised experience. One would define this as a piece of paradise, where dreams turn into reality and moments turn into lifetime memories! All you need in Goa is right here!

Beautiful place and extraordinary service

Reviewed By kanikarathod

One of the most peaceful and calm destinations for families and couples who want to spend a quality time out from the busy lives. Caravela provides an amazing view of its well maintained garden, pool and the entire property including the sea view ( beach is just a few meters from our rooms). Highly cooperative staffs - starting from reception desk, pool service, room service and it goes on. A special mention of "Madhu" from the reception who managed to upgrade our room as a gift because they knew we had our anniversary. To add upon it was the evening surprise in our room which was decorated with balloons and a lovely cake in our absence. This was totally unexpected and so so thoughtful of them. It made our day. Again thanks to Fatima and Saniya for the superb room cleaning service. It was in all a 5star experience!

8. Le Meridien Goa, Calangute

Aguada-Siolim Road, Calangute 403516 India
Excellent
83%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1246 reviews

Le Meridien Goa, Calangute

Le Meridien Goa, Calangute situated in the heart of the bustling Calangute-Candolim belt in North Goa, India offers an inspiring setting for the curious traveller in search of a perfect family holiday experience or a leisurely vacation. 146 tastefully designed rooms in a contemporary setting yet retains accents of locally inspired art. Indulge in a culinary slice of Goa when you stay with us at our hotel near Fort Aguada, Fort Chapora, Reis Magos and the city center of Panjim just 30 minutes away.

Thank yoy

Reviewed By khushbook954

I visited at Le Meridien goa for first time for dinner where i got a world class service by server Jacina and Mohit who is executive at latest recipe they are the star for these outlet who is ready give all the things on time and there best to the guest and made my day faboules. Thankyou and best of luck for both of you.

9. Beleza by the Beach

Colva Beach Thondvaddo, Betalbatim 403708 India
Excellent
59%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1504 reviews

Beleza by the Beach

Beleza is a beach resort spread over 5 acres of open expanse with our scenic pathway from within the premises of the resort connecting guests to the pristine white sands of Colva beach. It is conveniently located close to the Colva Promenade shopping area as well as a distance covered in 25 minutes from the airport. All rooms are air-conditioned with an attached bathroom, LCD TV with satellite connection, tea/coffee maker and DVD player. Guests can choose from a wide selection of movies from our video library free of charge. Tentacao our world cuisine restaurant is an all-day dining restaurant and bar set by the pool side. Nazare our beach shack and bar, is a beautiful spot to view the sunset and sip sun downers and light snacks. Espaco Divino Our Spa facility offers a range of relaxing massages. Our conference room is picturesquely set overlooking the swimming pool and it can seat up to 35 people. We also have a garden area and a play area with swings for children.

Best vacation in goa

Reviewed By Abi790

Very beautiful property with amazing food.I along with my family visited Nazare Resturant the food exceptionally tasty.The staff is very good always ready to help .The drink served were also very nice by Paveen Chef Sam who serve delicious food in Nazare resturant definitely will visit again

10. Santana Beach Resort

Sinquerim Rd Dando Beach Dando Beach, Candolim, Bardez 403515 India
Excellent
60%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2149 reviews

Santana Beach Resort

If you’re looking for a romantic hotel in Candolim, look no further than Santana Beach Resort. The Cabo Palace (0.7 mi), located nearby, makes Santana Beach Resort a great place to stay for those interested in visiting this popular Candolim landmark. Rooms at Santana Beach Candolim offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with paid internet access. A 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and room service are some of the conveniences offered at this hotel. A pool and free breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Santana Beach Hotel, free parking is available. Travelers looking to enjoy some dim sum can head to Wok & Roll or Republic of Noodles. Otherwise, you may want to check out an Italian restaurant such as Calamari Bathe & Binge, Tuscany Gardens, or Harmony Bistro. The staff at Santana Beach Resort looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

Great place - its USP is three things - on the beach, great "Sunken bar" and excellent Calamari Restaurant

Reviewed By JRPune

I have been visiting Goa every year since 2013, other than the 2020 and 2021 (Covid years), and this is the only place that I have stayed because of the unique experience in terms of its (a) proximity to a quiet and secluded beach, (b) a wonderful pool which also serves as a bar, and (c) a great restaurant right next to the premises - Calamari, which also has a wonderful ambience. More over Santana beach resort also has a wonderful staff - this include the people who take care of the bookings and room reservation (Nilesh, Amar and Alex) and the room service and breakfast staff (Subol and team). The proximity to important shopping places like Newton's, Fab India and eateries like Fisherman's cove, helps a lot. Moreover, you can take a morning run/walk to Fort Aguada and the Aguada Jail which has been newly opened this year. These attractions are within 1.5-2kms from Santana.

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