Best Beach Hotels in Goa

We’ve filtered out the noise and surfaced the best beach hotels in Goa for you below. Bon voyage!

Sarah, Travel Blogger

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Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa

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Rated 8.9 in 1245 reviews

Overlooking the Arabian Sea, Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa offers a 5-star accommodation that features a spa, an… See more

Overlooking the Arabian Sea, Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa offers a 5-star accommodation that features a spa, an outdoor pool and fitness facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Featuring private balconies, all units feature air-conditioning and private bathrooms with a bathtub, a hairdryer and bathrobes.

The property also offers water sports facilities and a bar.

Just 100 metres from Fort Aguada, and about 12 km from Vagator Beach and Chapora Fortress. Located on Sinquerim Beach, Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa is a 75-minute drive from Goa International Airport and Manohar International Airport.

Rooms from $179

Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa, Goa

Resort

Rated 8.9 in 955 reviews

Elegant Indo-Portuguese architectural heritage is showcased through Romanesque arches, pillared verandahs and sunny… See more

Elegant Indo-Portuguese architectural heritage is showcased through Romanesque arches, pillared verandahs and sunny saquãos (central courtyards) at Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa, one of the finest luxury resort in Goa. With the beach on side and cocooned in dense foliage, our 142 terracotta-roof suites and villas in Goa deliver contemporary luxury in the midst of Nature at her most glorious. The resort’s al fresco offerings are as captivating as its stately accommodation. You can savor a three course Thai lunch at Banyan Tree – one of Goa’s top rated Southeast Asian restaurants – after a drink and aperitif at the sunken bar and pool. A workout at the fitness center, a round of tennis or water sports can be topped off with a hedonist massage or facial at our award-winning J Wellness Circle. We welcome you at our beach resort in North Goa to unwind and revel in a captivating Goan paradise

Located on Sinquerim Beach, Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa, Goa is a 75 minute drive from Goa International Airport and Manohar International Airport, also known as Mopa International Airport.

Rooms from $180

Caravela Beach Resort

Resort

Rated 8.2 in 1913 reviews

Located on Varca beach, Caravela Beach Resort Goa offers beachfront accommodation with private balconies. Overlooking… See more

Located on Varca beach, Caravela Beach Resort Goa offers beachfront accommodation with private balconies. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, it features a 9 hole golf course, an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and water sports activities. Guests can enjoy a free Yoga session by the beach conducted by a grand master.

Caravela Beach Resort has a fitness centre, table tennis facilities and a tennis court.
The resort has a disco that provides a place for dancing, entertainment and drinks.

Colourful rooms with private balconies overlook the garden, pool or sea. They are fitted with a minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities. A safety deposit box is also provided. Free WiFi access is available for two devices in all rooms.

Caravela Beach Resort offers authentic Ayurvedic wellness therapies. The Resort has an 83-foot high Atrium lobby, making it Goa’s tallest and largest lobby. The Caravela is surrounded by immaculately landscaped gardens that are home to several unique birds.

For entertainment, the resort has 4 restaurants and multiple bars. The ‘Swim-Up Pool Bar’ and the ‘Beach Shack’ are especially popular with guests. The animation team of the Resort has a myriad of daily activities for both children and adults. 24-hour room service is available.

Rooms from $99

The St. Regis Goa Resort

Resort

Rated 9.0 in 482 reviews

The St. Regis Goa Resort offers a luxury experience in South Goa, India, set amidst 49 acres of lush greenery. Find us… See more

The St. Regis Goa Resort offers a luxury experience in South Goa, India, set amidst 49 acres of lush greenery. Find us within driving distance of wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls and spice plantations. We are within 60 minutes from Dabolim Airport and 110 minutes from Manohar International Airport (MOPA). Discover a world of intriguing flavors with our five restaurants and one bar, offering a range of local and international dishes. Rejuvenate with holistic therapies at the St. Regis Spa or tee off at the 12-hole golf course. Our Children's Club is the perfect place for junior guests to unwind. Host a conference for 500 or plan an intimate beach wedding by the Arabian Sea. Our pristine beachfront can be enjoyed with private access. Our elegantly appointed rooms with free Wi-Fi have charming lagoon views and some suites are enabled with a private plunge pool.Enjoy luxury hotel amenities, including the treasured St. Regis Butler Service at our serene beachfront address.

Rooms from $214

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa

Resort

Rated 9.1 in 752 reviews

Spread across 56 acres of landscaped gardens, the Mediterranean-style Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa sits along a private… See more

Spread across 56 acres of landscaped gardens, the Mediterranean-style Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa sits along a private beach overlooking the Arabian Sea. It boasts golfing facilities, a full spa and outdoor pool and 6 dining options await guests.

Decorated in neutral colours, rooms feature classic dark wood furnishings. Each comes with a balcony overlooking the garden, pool or sea. Select rooms offer a private pool or hydromassage bathtub.

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa is 3 km from Colva Beach and 12 km from Madgaon City. It is a 45-minute drive from Goa Dabolim Airport. Free parking is available.

Sunny afternoons can be spent playing tennis or getting a relaxing massage at "J Wellness Circle". The resort also provides a fitness centre and 24-hour room service. Little ones can enjoy a lineup of activities at the Children’s Activity Centre.

Rooms from $207

Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, Goa

Resort

Rated 9.3 in 1291 reviews

Situated in Panaji, right on the tranquil Vanguinim Beach Dona Paula in North Goa, Taj Resort & Convention Centre Goa… See more

Situated in Panaji, right on the tranquil Vanguinim Beach Dona Paula in North Goa, Taj Resort & Convention Centre Goa features luxurious rooms offering suitable choices to guests. With only 28 km and 45 mins drive from the Dabolim airport the hotel is located in the heart of Goa.

The vast elevated deck at the rooftop with infinity pool along the Arabian sea offers panoramic views and sun bathing opportunity to the guests and a second swimming pool at the lower deck.

Access a host of water sports, sunset cruise and other activities at the beach, rejuvenate at the Jiva Spa, enjoy e-biking, kids activity zone, a state of the art fitness facility or just relax to soak the sun by the Arabian Sea.

Taj Resort & Convention Centre Goa boasts an all day dining restaurant BLD located off the main lobby with a beautifully landscaped garden on the north and a vast deck garden on the sea side. The hotel also offers a lounge bar and a Coastal Cuisine specialty restaurant.

Miramar Beach is 1.8 km from the accommodation, 1.3 km from Caranzalem Beach while River Cruise is 8 km from the property.

Rooms from $144

Taj Cidade de Goa Heritage, Goa

Resort

Rated 8.7 in 982 reviews

Located on Vainguinim Beach in Panaji, the 5-star Cidade De Goa - IHCL SeleQtions offers 2 outdoor pools and spa… See more

Located on Vainguinim Beach in Panaji, the 5-star Cidade De Goa - IHCL SeleQtions offers 2 outdoor pools and spa treatments. It is a 5-minute drive from Dona Paula Jetty and Miramar Beach.

All rooms offer air conditioning and are equipped with a satellite TV, minibar and a personal safe. Views of the garden and Arabian Sea can be enjoyed from the balcony. Bathrooms come with a shower and a hairdryer.

Restaurants offering international cuisines are available.

Guests can enjoy the fitness centre, yoga practice or steam room. Free parking is also. Water sports are also available nearby.

Cidade De Goa - IHCL SeleQtions is a 10-minute drive from Panjim City and a 25-minute drive from Karmali Railway Station in Old Goa. It is a 30-minute drive from Mangueshi Temple. Dabolim Airport and Margao Railway Station are within a 45-minute drive away.

Rooms from $119

ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa is set within 45 acres of landscaped gardens with glimmering waterways and lagoons along the… See more

ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa is set within 45 acres of landscaped gardens with glimmering waterways and lagoons along the pristine Arossim Beach. It offers 246 rooms and suites, an outdoor swimming pool overlooking the Arabian Sea, 6 dining options, 9 personalized indoor and outdoor banqueting facilities and a spa.

The well-appointed rooms and suites look out in to the tropical gardens, the lagoons and water bodies. All rooms and suites feature personal outdoor spaces in the form of a balcony or patio with some rooms also featuring outdoor rain showers and secret gardens.

At ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa you will find a 24-hour front desk and a concierge desk. Other facilities offered at the property include a children's play zone area where kids can enjoy. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including water sports.

The property has direct access to Arossim beach.

The property offers a state-of-the-art fitness center open 24 hours a day. Kaya Kalp - The Royal Spa is nestled amidst lush beachfront gardens, featuring exquisitely designed treatment suites and an expansive space for Yoga and relaxation.

Pavilion At the Village Square brings to you the finest Indian and International fare round the clock. It also features an outdoor open kitchen, allowing guests to interact with in-house culinary masters. Kebabs & Kurries offers heritage cuisine while Ottimo Cucina Italiana is inspired by the concept of a homely Italian kitchen. Guests can also try the Signature Goan restaurant or The Royal Afghan – Seaside Barbeque and Grill offering charcoal-grilled flavours of the North-West Frontier.The Royal Afghan Seaside Barbeque & Grill outlet operations is subject to weather conditions & government guidelines.

The Cabo Da Rama Fort is 25 km away while Baga Beach and Fort Aguada are 45 km away.

The property is located at a distance of 17 km from the Dabolim International Airport (Airport Code GOI- 25 Minutes drive) whereas Manohar International Airport – Mopa, Goa is located 60 km away (Airport Code GOX - 1 Hour and 30 Minutes drive).

Rooms from $172

Holiday Inn Resort Goa, an IHG Hotel

Resort

Rated 8.7 in 912 reviews

Holiday Inn Resort is located in Cavelossim, along Mobor Beach. Surrounded by 25 acres of lush green landscape, it… See more

Holiday Inn Resort is located in Cavelossim, along Mobor Beach. Surrounded by 25 acres of lush green landscape, it offers a spa, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Free parking is provided.

Air-conditioned rooms offer either garden or pool views, with select rooms featuring sea views. A flat-screen TV, minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities are provided.

Holiday Inn Resort is 17 km from Margao Railway Station. Dabolim Airport is 38 km from the resort.

Guests can play a game of tennis, use the business centre, or head to the beauty salon. A children’s playground and a tour desk are also available.

5 dining options await guests, including the 24-hour Zest Cafe, which specialises in Indian and Global cuisine. Other options include Beach Grill located at the beach and Fig and Olive. Drinks are served in Sun Downer Bar.

Rooms from $100

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort

Resort

Rated 8.5 in 681 reviews

Set amidst landscaped gardens, Dona Sylvia Beach Resort is a 5-minute walk from Cavelossim Beach. It features an outdoor… See more

Set amidst landscaped gardens, Dona Sylvia Beach Resort is a 5-minute walk from Cavelossim Beach. It features an outdoor pool, dining options and non-smoking rooms with a private balcony.

The air-conditioned rooms come with modern décor. Each is equipped with a personal safe and en suite bathroom with hot shower facilities.

Dona Sylvia Beach Resort is 10 km from Cabo De Rama Fort and 45 km from Dabolim Airport.

Guests can work out at the fitness centre or play a game of tennis. The resort also provides bicycle rental services and water sport facilities. Dona Sylvia offers 24 hours room service for the convenience of the guests.

Seagull serves a buffet spread of international dishes, while grilled dishes can be enjoyed at Mama Mia (seasonal) in the evenings. Refreshing drinks can be enjoyed at Tia Maria.

Rooms from $114

W Goa

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Rated 8.5 in 398 reviews

Offering a spa centre and sauna and 24-hour concierge service, W Goa is set in Vagator. Guests can enjoy the outdoor… See more

Offering a spa centre and sauna and 24-hour concierge service, W Goa is set in Vagator. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool or grab a drink at the WooBar.

Some units include a seating area where you can relax while some rooms have views of the sea or garden. Certain rooms offer a sun deck and plunge pool. Rooms feature attached private bathrooms offering free toiletries. Extras include slippers, bathrobe and a hairdryer.

You will find a 24-hour front desk and shops at the property. The property offers an indoor play area, fitness centre, yoga classes and a garden.

The W Goa offers a variety of restaurants including The Kitchen Table serving local cuisine and Spice Traders offering Pan-Asian cuisine specially curated by the Director of cuisine. Guests can refuel at the Rock Pool consisting of a naturally carved facade ideally located to enjoy the breath-taking views of the sunset.

The resort also offers car hire, bicycle rental and complimentary high speed internet throughout the property.

Rooms from $249

Beleza By The Beach

Resort

Rated 8.8 in 1376 reviews

Spread over 5 acres of land, Beleza By The Beach is located in Goa, along the sandy beaches of Colva Beach. With… See more

Spread over 5 acres of land, Beleza By The Beach is located in Goa, along the sandy beaches of Colva Beach. With tastefully designed rooms and villas, it offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi.

To ensure a pleasant stay, pillow menus, 39-inch flat-screen TVs can be found in all rooms. Coffee/tea making facilities and a dining area are included.

Beleza By The Beach is a 25-minute drive to the airport. It is also close the shopping area of Colva Promenade.

Guests can relax in the sauna and enjoy pampering spa treatments. A separate children’s pool and a well equipped fitness centre are available. The Beach Beleza also provides free parking and concierge services.

Tentação, Beleza's all-day dining restaurant serves international dishes. Nazaré, the beach shack and bar offers beverages and light snacks.

Beleza By The Beach is 60 kms from Mopa Airport (Manohar International Airport).

Rooms from $111

Goa Cottages Agonda

Resort

Rated 9.3 in 390 reviews

Situated in Agonda, a few steps from Agonda Beach, Goa Cottages Agonda features accommodation with a garden, free… See more

Situated in Agonda, a few steps from Agonda Beach, Goa Cottages Agonda features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 3-star resort offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar.

At the resort rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a garden view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Each room includes a safety deposit box and some rooms have sea views. All rooms have a wardrobe.

Guests at Goa Cottages Agonda will be able to enjoy activities in and around Agonda, like fishing and cycling.

Cola Beach is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Margao Railway Station is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, 61 km from Goa Cottages Agonda.

Rooms from $74

COCO CABANA

Resort

Rated 9.1 in 147 reviews

Located in Palolem, a few steps from Palolem Beach, COCO CABANA provides accommodation with a garden, free private… See more

Located in Palolem, a few steps from Palolem Beach, COCO CABANA provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the resort is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Colomb Beach and around a 14-minute walk from Patnem Beach. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the resort, each room has a balcony. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at COCO CABANA also offer a sea view. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk.

A continental, Italian or American breakfast is available daily at the property.

Margao Railway Station is 35 km from COCO CABANA, while Cabo De Rama Fort is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, 60 km from the resort.

Rooms from $49

orange sky beach bungalow

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Rated 9.0 in 62 reviews

Located in Agonda, 100 metres from Agonda Beach, orange sky beach bungalow provides accommodation with a garden, free… See more

Located in Agonda, 100 metres from Agonda Beach, orange sky beach bungalow provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 36 km from Margao Railway Station, the resort with free WiFi is also 15 km away from Cabo De Rama Fort. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

The resort features certain rooms with sea views, and each room is fitted with a balcony.

The daily breakfast offers continental, American or vegetarian options.

Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary is 39 km from orange sky beach bungalow, while Mother of God Church is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, 60 km from the accommodation.

Rooms from $58