Flights booked - but where to stay in Goa?

Zark · Nov 9th, 2006, 04:55

Hi there! I know this is my first post on this forum but I would like some opinions and advice on where to stay in Goa. As you can see from the title of my post, I have booked flights to Goa, but need suggestions on where to stay!

I am going with my Girlfriend and will be arriving from the UK in Goa on 3rd January 2007. We just want a nice, quiet, relaxing holiday close to the beach with good sea and sand - and food of course! We will more than likely choose somewhere in the south as it sounds a bit quieter and less touristy down there.

Our main choice is Palolem as I have read good things about Ciaran's Camp and Palolem Beach Resort. But I have also read about the demolition that occured at the end of September. Are these places operational again?

Also seen people mention Agonda, saying it's very peaceful there. But what are the places to stay there called?

One final thing... how do people recommend booking the rooms? Is it best to phone up or e-mail? I take it very few places have online booking!

Sorry for all the questions. I have had a good look around the forums to gather information, but any other suggestions will be appreciated, so thanks in advance!

prasonline · Nov 9th, 2006, 07:34

Hey,

End of December to Start of January is peak time for holidaying in Goa

Your accomodation depends on what kind of budget you have and what you want(as in...a place to chill out or a place to meet people)

As you said, South is good in that time of the year as it is relatively more peaceful...Benaulim is a good place to hang-in if you like to see a good mix of people

For bookings, you need to do some research as it is hard to find accomodation that time..be careful not to pay too much(or 100% in advance)

Have fun !

Zark · Nov 9th, 2006, 22:15

Thanks for the reply

We are looking to chill out, rather than meet people. Budget isn't really that much of an issue to be honest, but we'd like somewhere basic - preferably on (or near to) the beach, but clean and with a private toilet / bathroom.

Not considered Benaulim as a place to stay. I will look into that and see what I can find. Cheers.

kashyap_rajput · Nov 10th, 2006, 21:18

Colmar beach resort, Colva; quite nice resort in front of beach with budget prices and nice view plus you will get peaceful environment, however dont expect service from the resort, that the only minus point with them, resort has nice swimming pool plus restaurant / bar with beach view; we have been visiting them since last four five years... you can contact them by phone: 0832-2788134

Hope this helps
regards
Kashyap

Goan · Nov 10th, 2006, 23:54

Hi there!

How about Horizon Beach resort in Velsao, south Goa?? It is 200 metres away from the beach, very quiet place and close to the Goa airport. If you need more infomation send me an email, justgoan@yahoo.ca
as I am not sure if u are interested in the place.

GoanCanuck · Nov 11th, 2006, 01:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goan

Hi there!

How about Horizon Beach resort in Velsao, south Goa?? It is 200 metres away from the beach, very quiet place and close to the Goa airport. If you need more infomation send me an email, justgoan@yahoo.ca
as I am not sure if u are interested in the place.

Why don't you post the information here so that everybody can know about this hotel?
http://www.horizonbeachresortgoa.com/tariff.html

Zark · Nov 12th, 2006, 02:45

Thanks again for your additional replies.

I should hopefully be sorting out where to stay tomorrow. My Girlfriend has left it all in my hands so if we end up staying in the wrong place, then it's totally my fault. (She's a smart girl

)

Goan · Nov 12th, 2006, 09:33

Had a fabulous time last year at Horizon Beach resort. Did the booking through the owner who owns a one bed room apartment, they charged us Rs 20000.00(twenty thousand rupees for a month/cdn $500.00Per Month)in November. Did not book through the hotel as tariffs were expensive and the resort is completely booked through charter flights.

For food, there are shacks outside and also the resort caters too at reasonable prices. We just had the accomadation and had a awesome time. We even hired a car, loved the place and would defintely recommend it for others. We booked it through last minute cos to find at the last minute is very difficult in Goa.

Zark · Nov 12th, 2006, 18:17

I have read about a place called The Mahnamahnas at Agonda in the review section - and I have seen their website... but I can find very little other information about the place.

Has anyone else stayed there or have any information about it? It looks really nice!

EIDT: Hmm... should I have posted this query in the Hotels and Lodging forum? I didn't realise it was there. Sorry!

GoanCanuck · Nov 14th, 2006, 17:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goan

they charged us Rs 20000.00(twenty thousand rupees for a month/cdn $500.00Per Month)in November.

You were overcharged. Rs 20,000 for a one bedroom apartment in Velsao is way too high.

Goan · Nov 22nd, 2006, 03:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoanCanuck

You were overcharged. Rs 20,000 for a one bedroom apartment in Velsao is way too high.

Well! we did our bookings at the last minute. Well! One has to understand that Oct-Jan is a peak season in Goa, so it was worth it. No regrets!!!

Zark · Nov 24th, 2006, 04:22

Thanks again for the replies guys, but looks like we're staying in Patnem. I can't wait!

Seems I have so much to remember though. What to pack, what to wear, what I should see and do... Trying to read this forum to gether as much information as possible!

grizzlyofalaska · Nov 24th, 2006, 16:13

Hi Guys,

i am looking for a place in goa which is near a beach but most importantly near a Good Gym and Yoga centre. I know Yoga is everywhere in Goa but it is so hard to find a gym in India. Even if you do find a gym its like a small multi gym machine. I have been dissappointed alot in other cities. Can anyone help me or refer me to some places?
Thanks

anjunaangel · Nov 26th, 2006, 14:59

i know that there is a small gym in assagao as an indian friend of mine runs it its cheap and friendly,just for men though!

SANJAY_DEL · Nov 26th, 2006, 15:05

Palolem beach is a great choice u guys have made. Its in Conacona south Goa. You can get there by taxi from Goa airport.
Two nice beach-side options are Bhakti Kutir and Chattai beach huts.

Nov 9th, 2006, 04:55	#1
Zark Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nottingham, UK Posts: 22	Flights booked - but where to stay in Goa? Hi there! I know this is my first post on this forum but I would like some opinions and advice on where to stay in Goa. As you can see from the title of my post, I have booked flights to Goa, but need suggestions on where to stay! I am going with my Girlfriend and will be arriving from the UK in Goa on 3rd January 2007. We just want a nice, quiet, relaxing holiday close to the beach with good sea and sand - and food of course! We will more than likely choose somewhere in the south as it sounds a bit quieter and less touristy down there. Our main choice is Palolem as I have read good things about Ciaran's Camp and Palolem Beach Resort. But I have also read about the demolition that occured at the end of September. Are these places operational again? Also seen people mention Agonda, saying it's very peaceful there. But what are the places to stay there called? One final thing... how do people recommend booking the rooms? Is it best to phone up or e-mail? I take it very few places have online booking! Sorry for all the questions. I have had a good look around the forums to gather information, but any other suggestions will be appreciated, so thanks in advance!

Nov 9th, 2006, 07:34	#2
prasonline prasonline Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: India Posts: 26	Go Goa Hey, End of December to Start of January is peak time for holidaying in Goa Your accomodation depends on what kind of budget you have and what you want(as in...a place to chill out or a place to meet people) As you said, South is good in that time of the year as it is relatively more peaceful...Benaulim is a good place to hang-in if you like to see a good mix of people For bookings, you need to do some research as it is hard to find accomodation that time..be careful not to pay too much(or 100% in advance) Have fun !

Nov 10th, 2006, 21:18	#4
kashyap_rajput Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: India Posts: 154	Colmar beach resort, Colva; quite nice resort in front of beach with budget prices and nice view plus you will get peaceful environment, however dont expect service from the resort, that the only minus point with them, resort has nice swimming pool plus restaurant / bar with beach view; we have been visiting them since last four five years... you can contact them by phone: 0832-2788134 Hope this helps regards Kashyap __________________ Swarovski Annual Christmas Ornament 2007

Nov 10th, 2006, 23:54	#5
Goan Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 3	Goa Hi there! How about Horizon Beach resort in Velsao, south Goa?? It is 200 metres away from the beach, very quiet place and close to the Goa airport. If you need more infomation send me an email, justgoan@yahoo.ca as I am not sure if u are interested in the place.

Nov 12th, 2006, 09:33	#8
Goan Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 3	Horizon beach Resort Had a fabulous time last year at Horizon Beach resort. Did the booking through the owner who owns a one bed room apartment, they charged us Rs 20000.00(twenty thousand rupees for a month/cdn $500.00Per Month)in November. Did not book through the hotel as tariffs were expensive and the resort is completely booked through charter flights. For food, there are shacks outside and also the resort caters too at reasonable prices. We just had the accomadation and had a awesome time. We even hired a car, loved the place and would defintely recommend it for others. We booked it through last minute cos to find at the last minute is very difficult in Goa.

Nov 9th, 2006, 22:15	#3
Zark Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nottingham, UK Posts: 22	Thanks for the reply We are looking to chill out, rather than meet people. Budget isn't really that much of an issue to be honest, but we'd like somewhere basic - preferably on (or near to) the beach, but clean and with a private toilet / bathroom. Not considered Benaulim as a place to stay. I will look into that and see what I can find. Cheers.

Nov 12th, 2006, 02:45	#7
Zark Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nottingham, UK Posts: 22	Thanks again for your additional replies. I should hopefully be sorting out where to stay tomorrow. My Girlfriend has left it all in my hands so if we end up staying in the wrong place, then it's totally my fault. (She's a smart girl )

Nov 12th, 2006, 18:17	#9
Zark Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nottingham, UK Posts: 22	I have read about a place called The Mahnamahnas at Agonda in the review section - and I have seen their website... but I can find very little other information about the place. Has anyone else stayed there or have any information about it? It looks really nice! EIDT: Hmm... should I have posted this query in the Hotels and Lodging forum? I didn't realise it was there. Sorry! Last edited by Zark : Nov 12th, 2006 at 19:40.

Nov 24th, 2006, 04:22	#12
Zark Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nottingham, UK Posts: 22	Thanks again for the replies guys, but looks like we're staying in Patnem. I can't wait! Seems I have so much to remember though. What to pack, what to wear, what I should see and do... Trying to read this forum to gether as much information as possible!

Nov 24th, 2006, 16:13	#13
grizzlyofalaska Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: lONDON Posts: 151	Goa gurus please help Hi Guys, i am looking for a place in goa which is near a beach but most importantly near a Good Gym and Yoga centre. I know Yoga is everywhere in Goa but it is so hard to find a gym in India. Even if you do find a gym its like a small multi gym machine. I have been dissappointed alot in other cities. Can anyone help me or refer me to some places? Thanks

Nov 26th, 2006, 14:59	#14
anjunaangel Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: uk Posts: 192	i know that there is a small gym in assagao as an indian friend of mine runs it its cheap and friendly,just for men though!

Nov 26th, 2006, 15:05	#15
SANJAY_DEL Account Closed Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NEW DELHI, INDIA Posts: 1,351	Palolem beach is a great choice u guys have made. Its in Conacona south Goa. You can get there by taxi from Goa airport. Two nice beach-side options are *Bhakti Kutir* and Chattai beach huts.

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