The Tamarind Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique spread across a couple of old Goan houses that have been converted into rooms and common areas. There are 27 rooms and suites in total, all with bright decor and big bathrooms, though they vary a fair bit in terms of layout. The star feature of the hotel is the main restaurant, Cafe Cotinga, with all sorts of cakes and baked goods plus an excellent breakfast spread featuring hot and cold items served against the backdrop of live sitar performances. Note that the nearest beach is a 10-minute drive away. Those looking for seaside lodging should look at Ozran Heights Beach Resort in nearby Vagator.
The Tamarind Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique spread across a couple of old Goan houses that have been converted into rooms and common areas. There are 27 rooms and suites in total, all with bright decor and big bathrooms, though they vary a fair bit in terms of layout. The star feature of the hotel is the main restaurant, Cafe Cotinga, with all sorts of cakes and baked goods plus an excellent breakfast spread featuring hot and cold items served against the backdrop of live sitar performances. Note that the nearest beach is a 10-minute drive away. Those looking for seaside lodging should look at Ozran Heights Beach Resort in nearby Vagator.
A five-minute drive inland from Little Vagator, Spazio Leisure Resort is a three-pearl vacation resort that attracts vacationing families and couples, with a large domestic traveler base. The 44 guest rooms are bright and well-maintained, with colorful accent walls, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Both rooms and common spaces feature lots of lovely Goan touches, from the colonial-inspired architecture throughout the property (think yellow-and-white two-bedroom structures with terra-cotta tiled roofs) to cartoon-style art inspired by Mario Miranda, a famous Goan illustrator. Features include a courtyard with a bar and international restaurant as well as a lovely pool with an adjacent kids' wading pool, but the area can get some traffic noise at times. If Spazio is sold out, travelers should consider Orritel Village Square, which is similar in terms of rooms, facilities, and prices.
A five-minute drive inland from Little Vagator, Spazio Leisure Resort is a three-pearl vacation resort that attracts vacationing families and couples, with a large domestic traveler base. The 44 guest rooms are bright and well-maintained, with colorful accent walls, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Both rooms and common spaces feature lots of lovely Goan touches, from the colonial-inspired architecture throughout the property (think yellow-and-white two-bedroom structures with terra-cotta tiled roofs) to cartoon-style art inspired by Mario Miranda, a famous Goan illustrator. Features include a courtyard with a bar and international restaurant as well as a lovely pool with an adjacent kids' wading pool, but the area can get some traffic noise at times. If Spazio is sold out, travelers should consider Orritel Village Square, which is similar in terms of rooms, facilities, and prices.
The Acron Waterfront Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl vacation resort with 29 rooms and a gigantic infinity pool. It's located on the Baga River, but it's a 10-minute walk to the beach. Rooms here are modern and homey, and come with furnished patios or balconies and large bathrooms. Amenities include an excellent restaurant with breakfast served late, a small but well-equipped gym, a spa, and hot tub. River boat trips also depart from the hotel's jetty. While it's a great property overall, the Wi-Fi is slow (unless you pay for an upgrade), and its lack of direct beach access might be a deterrent. Travelers may want to also consider the Baia Do So, which sits right where the river meets the sea.
The Acron Waterfront Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl vacation resort with 29 rooms and a gigantic infinity pool. It's located on the Baga River, but it's a 10-minute walk to the beach. Rooms here are modern and homey, and come with furnished patios or balconies and large bathrooms. Amenities include an excellent restaurant with breakfast served late, a small but well-equipped gym, a spa, and hot tub. River boat trips also depart from the hotel's jetty. While it's a great property overall, the Wi-Fi is slow (unless you pay for an upgrade), and its lack of direct beach access might be a deterrent. Travelers may want to also consider the Baia Do So, which sits right where the river meets the sea.
Situated across from the Baga River, a 10-minute walk fro Baga Beach, 16 Degrees North is a three-pearl boutique popular with Indian and Russian tourists. All 17 of the air-conditioned rooms here have similar decor and amenities, with ample use of dark wood in furnishing and trim. Many units have furnished balconies and some have river views. While the rooms are lovely and reasonably priced, there's not much in terms of facilities -- just a small pool (with a kids' pool) and a restaurant serving Indian food and a free hot breakfast. Those looking for a property with a bit more in terms of facilities may want to look into staying at the nearby Acron Waterfront Resort instead, which offers a fitness center, a spa, and a hot tub -- but higher rates.
Situated across from the Baga River, a 10-minute walk fro Baga Beach, 16 Degrees North is a three-pearl boutique popular with Indian and Russian tourists. All 17 of the air-conditioned rooms here have similar decor and amenities, with ample use of dark wood in furnishing and trim. Many units have furnished balconies and some have river views. While the rooms are lovely and reasonably priced, there's not much in terms of facilities -- just a small pool (with a kids' pool) and a restaurant serving Indian food and a free hot breakfast. Those looking for a property with a bit more in terms of facilities may want to look into staying at the nearby Acron Waterfront Resort instead, which offers a fitness center, a spa, and a hot tub -- but higher rates.