Jan 30-Feb 5 in Goa

Guyanamr · Dec 30th, 2005, 07:21

Hello friends

We are 2 guys in our 40's.
Is Anjuna a good place to stay to relax, socialize at night clubs, get massage, visit some churches and temples and of course eat some great food. We are looking for budget accomodations around Rs 1000 with double bed or perhaps 2 simple rooms up Rs600 with good toilets and shower. Guresthousees would be great.
Some specific referrals would be great then we could check the reviews on the list, which is so long that we can't decide.

We both like to meet locals and tourists. I am an avid ballroom/latin dancer and would love to find like minded folks and places.

We are open to new experience such as visiting Ashram.

All suggestions welcome.

We are clueless on travel distances at this stage of our planning.

Dhan-ya-vaad- Happy travel and peace on earth.
Mark

davey · Dec 30th, 2005, 07:39

Ive stayed in Anjuna last February, Its a little quieter than the other small towns but from Anjuna they only take 10 mins or so on a scooter or public transport, The best meals that I've had were in Anjuna and also one of the best beer shacks for views and a cold ale. I'm not sure about accommodation in the price range you mention but we found it a little more expensive than one or two of the more commericial areas. We stayed in a Motel with a Pool well known in the area.....but I forget the name its a pinkish coloured place someone will know the name of this site and next door was the best restaurant that showed a big screen movie every night, King Fish , Tuna bar B q for about 450IR and great rum punch drinks for 90IR, I'm going back its making my mouth water just writing about the place...also Anjuna has a great market not to be missed and then there's another big night one which is only 10 mins from there.

Guyanamr · Dec 30th, 2005, 19:29

Thank you Davey, love specific suggestions and cost.
Please anyone else add your ideas.
What do folks know about the Guesthouses run by the tourist dept. of Goa.

And this is a detail I am curious about. What to expect for linen, towel and room cleaning in a guest house.

Thanks
Mark

Malkers · Dec 30th, 2005, 20:53

sunset bar in anjuna, 500rs for a twin bedded room with attached shower room, quite basic but clean and with hot water, food is fantastic as the owner is ex fisherman and handpicks the fish himself, perfect view of sunset from restaurant which is right on the beach and the owner don't allow hawkers to hassle you

its right next to the flea market

0832 2273917 tony or mary but they might not accept an advance booking over the phone, many of these places don't unfortunately but they also have top shop next door with loads of rooms

cheers
malc

anandi · Dec 30th, 2005, 21:22

I will also be in Goa from mid Jan to ?. A guy at the Purple Valley Yoga Centre (www.yogagoa.com) teaches tango, so he must know some others into latin dancing. http://www.tangoa.org/. I will be taking yoga at purple valley and was thinking about learning to dance as well! See you there

GoanCanuck · Dec 31st, 2005, 00:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guyanamr

What do folks know about the Guesthouses run by the tourist dept. of Goa.

And this is a detail I am curious about. What to expect for linen, towel and room cleaning in a guest house.

The Goa government does not operate guesthouses as such. What they operate are actually hotels with attached restaurants. They do not have any hotel in Anjuna, the closest one is in Calangute. You can see the complete list of the hotels owned and operated by the government here http://www.goa-tourism.com/

Guyanamr · Dec 31st, 2005, 00:38

Is Calangute a good location for what we want to do.
Anjuna is not a fixed destination.

Thanks
Mark

seventies'hippy · Dec 31st, 2005, 00:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guyanamr

Is Calangute a good location for what we want to do.
Anjuna is not a fixed destination.

Thanks
Mark

For you Yes, first time to India, central location, offers all you need, ( don't know about your type of dance though) food, bars, clubs, people yes,,,,,,,,,,,

GoanCanuck · Dec 31st, 2005, 02:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guyanamr

Is Calangute a good location for what we want to do.
Anjuna is not a fixed destination.

Thanks
Mark

Does not make much difference whether you stay in Calangute or Anjuna. They are only about 7 km apart.

Guyanamr · Dec 31st, 2005, 02:25

So, now we are open to places to stay in Calangute or Anjuna.

On a budget of Rs. 2000 - 2500 a day after hotel how limited are in Goa?

Mark

davey · Dec 31st, 2005, 05:11

We checked out the Govt hotel in calangute, saw about 4 rooms then decided to move onto Anjuna, it was a typical Govt run Hotel the staff arn't interested and the place was really noisy, sorry to say it but it was full of Indian Families on holiday and they have little concern for noise and personal privacy.

Guyanamr · Dec 31st, 2005, 05:22

Davey
Where would you stay? And, what do you thin about these places taht don't take reservation.
Mark

Dec 30th, 2005, 07:21	#1
Guyanamr Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 23	Jan 30-Feb 5 in Goa Hello friends We are 2 guys in our 40's. Is Anjuna a good place to stay to relax, socialize at night clubs, get massage, visit some churches and temples and of course eat some great food. We are looking for budget accomodations around Rs 1000 with double bed or perhaps 2 simple rooms up Rs600 with good toilets and shower. Guresthousees would be great. Some specific referrals would be great then we could check the reviews on the list, which is so long that we can't decide. We both like to meet locals and tourists. I am an avid ballroom/latin dancer and would love to find like minded folks and places. We are open to new experience such as visiting Ashram. All suggestions welcome. We are clueless on travel distances at this stage of our planning. Dhan-ya-vaad- Happy travel and peace on earth. Mark

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Dec 30th, 2005, 07:39	#2
davey Grumpy Old fart Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Australia (Buderim) Posts: 536	Ive stayed in Anjuna last February, Its a little quieter than the other small towns but from Anjuna they only take 10 mins or so on a scooter or public transport, The best meals that I've had were in Anjuna and also one of the best beer shacks for views and a cold ale. I'm not sure about accommodation in the price range you mention but we found it a little more expensive than one or two of the more commericial areas. We stayed in a Motel with a Pool well known in the area.....but I forget the name its a pinkish coloured place someone will know the name of this site and next door was the best restaurant that showed a big screen movie every night, King Fish , Tuna bar B q for about 450IR and great rum punch drinks for 90IR, I'm going back its making my mouth water just writing about the place...also Anjuna has a great market not to be missed and then there's another big night one which is only 10 mins from there.

Dec 30th, 2005, 19:29	#3
Guyanamr Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 23	Thank you Davey, love specific suggestions and cost. Please anyone else add your ideas. What do folks know about the Guesthouses run by the tourist dept. of Goa. And this is a detail I am curious about. What to expect for linen, towel and room cleaning in a guest house. Thanks Mark

Dec 30th, 2005, 20:53	#4
Malkers Not So Bloody Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Chipping Sodbury, UK (was Bangalore) Posts: 411	sunset bar in anjuna, 500rs for a twin bedded room with attached shower room, quite basic but clean and with hot water, food is fantastic as the owner is ex fisherman and handpicks the fish himself, perfect view of sunset from restaurant which is right on the beach and the owner don't allow hawkers to hassle you its right next to the flea market 0832 2273917 tony or mary but they might not accept an advance booking over the phone, many of these places don't unfortunately but they also have top shop next door with loads of rooms cheers malc

Dec 30th, 2005, 21:22	#5
anandi Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: toronto Posts: 182	I will also be in Goa from mid Jan to ?. A guy at the Purple Valley Yoga Centre (www.yogagoa.com) teaches tango, so he must know some others into latin dancing. http://www.tangoa.org/. I will be taking yoga at purple valley and was thinking about learning to dance as well! See you there

Dec 31st, 2005, 00:38	#7
Guyanamr Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 23	Is Calangute a good location for what we want to do. Anjuna is not a fixed destination. Thanks Mark

Dec 31st, 2005, 02:25	#10
Guyanamr Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 23	So, now we are open to places to stay in Calangute or Anjuna. On a budget of Rs. 2000 - 2500 a day after hotel how limited are in Goa? Mark

Dec 31st, 2005, 05:11	#11
davey Grumpy Old fart Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Australia (Buderim) Posts: 536	We checked out the Govt hotel in calangute, saw about 4 rooms then decided to move onto Anjuna, it was a typical Govt run Hotel the staff arn't interested and the place was really noisy, sorry to say it but it was full of Indian Families on holiday and they have little concern for noise and personal privacy.

Dec 31st, 2005, 05:22	#12
Guyanamr Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 23	Davey Where would you stay? And, what do you thin about these places taht don't take reservation. Mark

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