Vegetarian parents + 1.5 year old son - where to stay?

swingsiva · Nov 7th, 2009, 15:52

Hi folks,
The wife & I are in Goa from Jan 4 - 9. We are travelling with our 18 month old son and my vegetarian parents.
We were looking for a place to stay that is:
1. Less than Rs. 6000 per night per room
2. Toddler friendly (guess that rules out beach huts)
3. Near vegetarian food places
Plus points for being on/near the beach, away from crazily touristy areas, but not too secluded either (guess seclusion will not be an issue in Goa during Jan 4 - 9)

I've looked at a lot of threads and almost booked ourselves into Sharanam Green (even though it is smack in the middle of Touristan), 'cos the big-name resorts were way too expensive and the bohemian places seemed too rustic for my toddler.

Wanted to check with the Gurus here if there other options I should explore.

The wife & I love fish and plan to chill on the beach/pool once we have the standard fort / basilica tours done. We were also planning to visit one of the markets.

Thanks in advance!

shank · Nov 7th, 2009, 16:54

[quote=swingsiva;854575]Hi folks,
The wife & I are in Goa from Jan 4 - 9. We are travelling with our 18 month old son and my vegetarian parents.
We were looking for a place to stay that is:
1. Less than Rs. 6000 per night per room
2. Toddler friendly (guess that rules out beach huts)
3. Near vegetarian food places
Plus points for being on/near the beach, away from crazily touristy areas, but not too secluded either (guess seclusion will not be an issue in Goa during Jan 4 - 9)

I've looked at a lot of threads and almost booked ourselves into Sharanam Green (even though it is smack in the middle of Touristan), 'cos the big-name resorts were way too expensive and the bohemian places seemed too rustic for my toddler.

Wanted to check with the Gurus here if there other options I should explore.

The wife & I love fish and plan to chill on the beach/pool once we have the standard fort / basilica tours done. We were also planning to visit one of the markets.

Thanks in advance![/QUOTE

Cidade De Goa Resort- will be with in 5k... you can also check out bestgoadeals.com for other places in your budget

swingsiva · Nov 8th, 2009, 05:53

Thanks Shank, but rates have been jackd up for the peak season. I checked Cidade's website: Least expensive room during that time is Rs.9000 per night!

Quote:

Originally Posted by shank

Cidade De Goa Resort- will be with in 5k... you can also check out bestgoadeals.com for other places in your budget

hitanshu · Nov 8th, 2009, 06:10

I've realized come what may - cleartrip is always your friend.

http://www.cleartrip.com/hotels/resu...,1 &nri=false

GoanCanuck · Nov 8th, 2009, 08:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by swingsiva

I've looked at a lot of threads and almost booked ourselves into Sharanam Green

That is a fairly new and decent hotel. Good location and very clean.

swingsiva · Nov 8th, 2009, 14:25

Thanks a bunch, GC. Guess I'll just go ahead with Sharanam Green then. Will let you all know how it went. Cheers!

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoanCanuck

That is a fairly new and decent hotel. Good location and very clean.

ananda2193 · Nov 8th, 2009, 19:46

Looks like you already made a decision, but the Oceanic hotel between Patnem and Palolem is kid friendly. It's run by a nice english couple and has a pool. Though it's not on the beach, it's near some very scenic beaches.

http://www.hotel-oceanic.com/Home.html

Nov 7th, 2009, 15:52	#1
swingsiva Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 7	Vegetarian parents + 1.5 year old son - where to stay? Hi folks, The wife & I are in Goa from Jan 4 - 9. We are travelling with our 18 month old son and my vegetarian parents. We were looking for a place to stay that is: 1. Less than Rs. 6000 per night per room 2. Toddler friendly (guess that rules out beach huts) 3. Near vegetarian food places Plus points for being on/near the beach, away from crazily touristy areas, but not too secluded either (guess seclusion will not be an issue in Goa during Jan 4 - 9) I've looked at a lot of threads and almost booked ourselves into Sharanam Green (even though it is smack in the middle of Touristan), 'cos the big-name resorts were way too expensive and the bohemian places seemed too rustic for my toddler. Wanted to check with the Gurus here if there other options I should explore. The wife & I love fish and plan to chill on the beach/pool once we have the standard fort / basilica tours done. We were also planning to visit one of the markets. Thanks in advance!

Nov 8th, 2009, 06:10	#4
hitanshu Renegade Killer Bee Join Date: May 2006 Location: Out of coverage area! Posts: 880	I've realized come what may - cleartrip is always your friend. http://www.cleartrip.com/hotels/resu...,1 &nri=false __________________ SMASH!!!!

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Nov 7th, 2009, 16:54	#2
shank Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: bangalore Posts: 27	[quote=swingsiva;854575]Hi folks, The wife & I are in Goa from Jan 4 - 9. We are travelling with our 18 month old son and my vegetarian parents. We were looking for a place to stay that is: 1. Less than Rs. 6000 per night per room 2. Toddler friendly (guess that rules out beach huts) 3. Near vegetarian food places Plus points for being on/near the beach, away from crazily touristy areas, but not too secluded either (guess seclusion will not be an issue in Goa during Jan 4 - 9) I've looked at a lot of threads and almost booked ourselves into Sharanam Green (even though it is smack in the middle of Touristan), 'cos the big-name resorts were way too expensive and the bohemian places seemed too rustic for my toddler. Wanted to check with the Gurus here if there other options I should explore. The wife & I love fish and plan to chill on the beach/pool once we have the standard fort / basilica tours done. We were also planning to visit one of the markets. Thanks in advance![/QUOTE Cidade De Goa Resort- will be with in 5k... you can also check out bestgoadeals.com for other places in your budget

Nov 8th, 2009, 19:46	#7
ananda2193 Maha Guru Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: you essay Posts: 1,904	Looks like you already made a decision, but the Oceanic hotel between Patnem and Palolem is kid friendly. It's run by a nice english couple and has a pool. Though it's not on the beach, it's near some very scenic beaches. http://www.hotel-oceanic.com/Home.html