The small village of Arpora in the north of Goa is a continuation of the coastal villages of Baga and Anjuna. This is a good choice for those who plan to relax here for at least two weeks and see local attractions. The center of Arpora is one kilometer from the sea. Life in this small village is always in full swing. There are expensive and cheap hotels in Arpora, but due to the lack of demand it is almost impossible to find cheap guesthouses and bungalows. The closest beaches to Arpora are Baga and Anjuna.
Abalone Resort 2 *
Goa, especially the northern part of this Indian state, is famous for its affordable accommodation prices. There are many hotels designed for tourists traveling in economy class. Abalone Resort 2 *, built on Baga Beach, is no exception. It is perfect for both family tourists and business people. The hotel has a convenient location relative to the main attractions and transport hubs of the region.
Resort Abalone Resort 2 * (Goa) was built relatively recently in the village of Arpora. The famous Saturday night market is only five hundred meters distant, and a railway station is fifteen kilometers away. The main advantage of Abalone Resort 2 * is its proximity to the beach: it is only five to six minutes walk to it. The nearest airport is forty-five kilometers.
Infrastructure
Although the Abalone Resort is a 2-star hotel, it provides all the services that are required in order to relax comfortably and without problems. It has a conference room, designed for eighty people, a fax, all the necessary equipment, issued on request. The hotel has secure parking, it is possible to rent a car or bike.
Reception works without interruptions. Check-in and check-out are scheduled for noon. The infrastructure of the Abalone Resort 2 * includes the following paid services: laundry, depositary safe, room service and dry cleaning. There is also a currency exchange office. The majority of vacationers are Russians and Europeans.
On the ground floor of the administrative building, you can order sightseeing tours and use the service of a Russian-speaking guide. A doctor’s call must be paid separately.
Housing stock
Abalone Resort 2 * (India) consists of two two-story buildings. They have seventy-six standard rooms. In front of them there are balconies overlooking the pool, or with sea views. In order for guests to comfortably enjoy the panoramic view, plastic tables and chairs are installed on the balcony. All rooms comply with international standards. They are decorated with no frills, simple but tasteful. In 2015, the hotel was overhauled, comfortable furniture was installed, and plumbing was replaced.
The rooms are equipped with split systems, there is a refrigerator and a TV set, a coffee table and chairs, a refrigerator and a telephone are a very useful attribute by which you can contact both receptionists and friends who have remained in Russia or are located in other countries.
Bathrooms combined. They include showers. All necessary hygiene items are provided free of charge. On the floor - ceramic tiles, the windows have dark curtains.
Nutrition
In the Abalone Resort 2 *, only continental breakfasts are served in buffet style in the hotel restaurant hall. You can have lunch and dinner in one of the nearby cafes, where inexpensively you can eat tasty and satisfying. There is a bar on site where you can buy drinks, snacks and ice creams for a fee.
For the convenience of guests, refrigerators are installed in the rooms. You can buy groceries and, if necessary, refresh yourself right at the hotel. A la carte menu is also available at the restaurant. Judging by the reviews, it offers delicious dishes from local, Chinese and European cuisines.
Beach
The hotel has its own sandy beach. The famous Baga Beach is two and a half kilometers away. Many tourists prefer to go there, overcoming the road passing by numerous shops and souvenir stalls. Those who find it difficult to walk, it is better to take a taxi, which at the entrance to the hotel a lot.
On the beach you can sunbathe and play volleyball. There are many water activities. Umbrellas and deck chairs need to be paid separately.
Additional Information
Those who are going to buy a tour in Abalone Resort 2 * (Arpora) should get acquainted with some information regarding the operation of this hotel. Arriving on vacation with a baby up to five years, you can be sure that you do not need to pay for his stay. The cost of one extra bed is five hundred rupees per night, while the area and layout of the rooms do not provide the opportunity to accommodate two folding beds. Abalone Resort 2 * does not accept plastic cards, payment is only in cash.
Entertainment
The hotel has a small fitness center and gym, and aerobics classes with a trainer are offered. In the courtyard there is an outdoor pool with a jacuzzi, a children's section and a slide. Those who wish to buy excursions are offered a tour desk located directly in the hotel. Many Russians who visited the Abalone Resort 2 * recommend going to the Saturday night market, as well as to the bazaar, which works only on Wednesdays. Here you can buy products from silk and cashmere, from genuine leather. A lot of spices and seasonings. You should definitely visit the ancient fortification of Hampi and the reserve with the Dudhsagar Falls, a horde of monkeys and a beautiful elephant. The cost of such a trip will cost almost two thousand rupees for three by taxi, which you can hire right at the gates of the Abalone Resort 2 * hotel.
Reviews
Many tourists who wish to relax in India and enjoy the local attractions, choose this budget hotel as the place to stay. Abalone Resort 2 *, reviews of which reflect both many positive and negative moments of staying in this hotel complex, is very conveniently located: there are many facilities necessary at the resort around. The territory and all rooms of the hotel are quite clean, although it should be understood that in India cleanliness is a relative concept, as well as hygiene. The tidy rooms have a modern setting and offer great views from the balconies. Of the minuses of this hotel, our compatriots note meager breakfasts and poor security work, since there have been cases of theft.