Where to stay in Goa while on a holiday

Goa has caught the imagination of many tourists all over the world and is a regular destination among holiday plans to the picturesque state of India.The question uppermost in many travelers minds while traveling to Goa is where to seek accommodation in Goa or simply where to stay in Goa while on a holiday to the beach capital of India.

It has to be understood that while Goa is a prime tourist destination of India, it is not extremely expensive to stay in Goa. Cheap accommodation in Goa is available and depending on your budget and taste, one could take a call on the type of accommodation that you desire. So from the swanky five star resorts to the cottage room there is plenty on offer as far as accommodation in Goa is concerned. All that one has to do is decide where to stay depending upon the factors mentioned above.

In this post I am listing various options to choose from. You can also directly click here and make a quick choice by glancing at the options available.

If you are looking for five star accommodation for your holiday in Goa, the following five properties should excite you

(1) The Taj Exotica is a 5 star property located in South Goa and is an entire village in itself as it sits pretty on over 56 acres of lush greenery by the beach front and is a delight for serenity and tranquility lovers. A Taj group hotel, the pure white sands of the Benaulim beach are bound to captivate many a reluctant swimmer and delight you to the joy of the hospitality at the Taj. To book the Taj exotica hotel “click here”

(2) The Majorda Beach Resort is a premium 5 Star hotel located on the Majorda beach on the south of Goa and has the unique distinction of being the first resort in India to be awarded the  ISO-9001-2000 certification.The Majorda beach resort has 120 rooms including over 10 cottages and suites which sit on nearly 22 acres of green landscape. Want to stay at the Majorda Beach resort? Click here

(3) The Leela Kempinksi goa hotel is a 5 star super class resort ideally situated on the southern tip of Goa’s mobor beach and is the perfect place for a great getaway.Besides a range of cuisines that the Leela puts on offer its hospitality is world class and class of the Leela hotels is bound to enthrall any traveler. It ahs over 185 rooms, suites and villas to pamper your holiday spirit to the fullest. To book the Leela click here

(4) The Bogmallo beach resort is the only resort close to the port city of Vasco-da-gama in Goa and is only 4 kms away from the Dabolim airport. It is an idyllic haunt for travellers from allover the world and is located right on the beach. The moment you step out of the Bogmallo beach resort you will find yourself immersed in the sands of the Bogmallo beach. The rooms are exquisitely designed and offer an undisturbed clear view of the wide beach expanse. To book the Bogmallo beach resort click here

(5) The Cidade de Goa hotels is located at the nostalgic Dona Paula beach which has been a romantic destination for tourists to revel in the gush of the waves at the Dona Paula promenade. This hotel is the pride of Goa and is one of the foremost to decorate the beaches in the north of Goa to welcome tourists with its arms wide open. To book the Cidade de Goa hotel click here.

(6) “Intercontinental the Lalit Goa resort” is located on the famous Palolem beach in South Goa and is a property abounding in lavish greenery. The hotel sits amidst a massively wide area of over 85 acres of prime coastal space and affords a golf course in its premises besides various other facilities which are bound to pamper the traveler to the fullest. To book the Intercontinental The Lalit Goa resort Click here.

(7) Park Hyatt Goa resort and Spa is a beautifully designed classic property situated on the Arossim beach in south Goa and is only a 15 minute drive from the Dabolim airport. One of the recent entrants in the Goa hospitality industry, it has a colonial class stamped on its architecture to suit Goa’s heritage and historical roots. It ahs superb dining options at its various restaurants and it is simply a pleasure to stay at resort. To book your holiday at eh park Hyatt Goa resort and Spa click here.

(8) The Alila Diwa Goa Resort is a unique city hotel and resort and is also among the latest hosts in Goa. Resting on the beautiful Majorda Beach in South Goa the Alila has class written allover it. A stylishly designed Goan resort it has an ability to relax you while its super hospitality will leave you spellbound and seeking for more. It endeavor's to create valued customer experiences and cherishes its moments with its valued clients. To book a holiday at eh Alila Diwa hotel click here.

If you were to choose among the 4 star and  3 star resorts in Goa the following options could well interest you.

(1) The Nanu resort which is located on the Betalbatim beach is an idyllic destination to spend your holiday without the worry of being disturbed while being on a serene beach hardly frequented by people. 19 kms away from Dabolim airport, the Nanu beach resort is a mere 7 kms from Margao city. Owned by Goans, the resort is a luxurious beach paradise and offers authentic Goan cuisine and blends convenience with taste. To book the Nanu resort click here.

(2) Neelams the Grand hotel is a four star property located on the most famous Calangute beach in north Goa. It is occupying a space of over 8000 square metre property and is a towering view with four imposing buildings overlooking a large swimming pool among them. The Neelam grand offers four categories of rooms which are the superior rooms, superior deluxe rooms, superior suites and Deluxe suites.To book the Neelams grand click here.

(3) The Ronil beach resort is a vibrant 4 star hotel on the busy Calangute belt in north Goa and is one of the most popular names in the hotel and hospitality industry of Goa. The Ronil gives a special Goan touch to its hospitality  and this can be seen while on a stay at the hotel with the service that they deliver. The Ronil has over 20 deluxe and 106 standard rooms for your comfort. To book the Ronil resort Click here.

(4) The Palmarinha resort at Calangute is a 3 star property located on a secluded spot in the Calangute area. It is surrounded by lush greens, green fields and hilly slopes. The resort boasts of modern comforts and allows its guest to indulge in the holiday spirit with a Goan ambience.It is merely a 20 minute walk from the Calangute beach and there is a shuttle available every hour to the resort. Palmarinha hosts over 80 Deluxe Rooms which are spacious in their outlook with an attached sitting room with chairs and a coffee table. it also has over 36 suites and 19 apartment styled 2 bedroom suites thereby totaling over 135 rooms. To book the Palmarinha resort click here.

(5) Whispering Palms beach resort Goa is another hot property located in north Goa. A 4 star resort, it was set up in the year 1992 and therefore celebrates nearly 2 decades of super service in Goa’s hospitality industry. it is a favourite hunt for many travelers thanks to its delightful mix of an old world charm which beautifully blends with modern hospitality.It is set almost in perfect picture postcard surroundings in the north and is comfortably sandwiched between the Aguada foothills and the hamlet of Candolim. it exudes a blend of Portuguese architecture with comforts of the modern age. To book the whispering palms beach resort, click here.

(6) The Varca Palms beach resort is an idyllic place in south Goa on the Varca beach and is sitting on over 14 acres of lush Varca beach area and provides the much needed tranquility and serenity to the traveler.The hotels has a separate swimming pool for children and a lovely games room and food to suit both kids and adults. Making a booking at Varca Palms Beach Resort is easy with our secure online form; just enter your dates and click.

(7) The Sonesta Inns is another lovely place to spend your holiday in 3 star comforts. The hotel is close to the beach and yet away from the crowds. Located on the long stretch of the white sands of the Calangute beach, the Sonesta Inn is an ideal spot for all holidaymakers and business travelers alike. it hosts a90 person conference room and is an ideal spot for holiday makers to find their feet. water polo is a favourite pastime at the hotel besides other seasonal sports activities. To book the Sonesta Inns, fill the form by clicking  here.

(8) For nature freaks, the Widernest nature resort is the place to find your greens thriving and rich. The resort is built on the Lasni temb mountain and is far far away form the beaches of Goa. 817 metres above the sea level, this secluded resort of Goa is an untold thrill for nature lovers and is nestled amidst a thick forested cover in the swapnagandha valley where the holidaymaker can revel in a sunrise to sunset spell of Goa’s changing colours. the resort welcomes you with the gushing sound of a cascading fish pond which has the potential to reverberate in your ears for a long time to come.The resort houses a serene meditation center besides a restaurant serving ethnic Goan cuisine made from the naturally fresh ingredients. The infinity pool is a breathtaking sight and the heavenly cloud bar can soar your spirits higher than usual. To book your escape to the Wildernest nature resort click here.

(9) Marquis beach resort, a 3 star hotel s located on the Candolim beach and is an excellent location for adventure sports lovers to try their skills. This resort also arranges in  organising boat trips to enable holidaymakers to enjoy Goa from sunrise to sunset.In close proximity to this resort are the lighthouse, shopping area, flea & Saturday markets.Affordability and wide range of facilities at her resort makes Marquis Beach Resort an excellent choice and a value for money proposition. To book your holiday at Marquis click here.

(10) Estrela Do mar beach resort is a place where you feel at home owing to the ambience creation in the hotel which is located at Calangute in north Goa. with lovely rooms, a conference rooms, classic swimming pool, a beach side shack, sweetly constructed cottages , the Patio restaurant etc the hotel becomes an ideal destination to relax and unwind. To book the Estrela click here.

(11) The Bambolim Beach resort is another  3 star charming resort in Bambolim, close to Panjim. The resort is set up in blocks of six cottages encompassing a total of 191 beautifully designed rooms with a rustic outlook. The Hotel is hardly 25 kms from the Dabolim airport and seven kms from Panjim city. The food at the Bambolim beach resort is mostly authentic Goan.the resort is an ideal place for travelers who want to escape from the city and still stay close to it.To book the Bambolim beach resort click here.

Besides these you also have a wide host of other hotels, resorts, guesthouses ,cottages and rooms in Goa which can be booked by clicking here.