Goa makes a different impression on people. Some fall in love with this place completely and irrevocably, returning here at every opportunity, it disappoints others ...
Nevertheless, fans of holidays in Goa are incomparably more than those who criticize him. And this is not surprising: not only the sea, the sun, magnificent beaches and bright plants of the tropics, which are exotic to us, give tourists and unforgettable impressions. It is in Goa that the best of European and Indian cultures is embodied. In addition, life here is surprisingly serene and relaxed, while it is full of sensations.
You can relax in this Indian province all year round, however, in the season from June to September it rains here, brought by tropical monsoons. It is warm in both winter and summer.
Holidays in Goa
Traditionally, the northern part of the resort is positioned by tour operators as youth and party, the central is mixed, and the southern is a more measured and solid resort area. The total length of the beaches of Goa is more than a hundred kilometers. The coast is perfect for diving: under the water you can see stingrays, sharks, sea turtles and a large number of different exotic species of fish.
In addition, Goa is an excellent option so that tourists can engage in the improvement of their own body, its rejuvenation and even weight loss. Most hotels here have their own spa centers, the procedures in which are based on the principles of Ayurveda. For baths, massages and masks, natural products are used - herbs and fruit juices.
Another advantage of Goa is a rich excursion program. A visit to Panaji - the ancient capital, the mysterious Dudhsagar Falls, lakes with crystal clear water, plantations where spices are grown, hunting for wild crocodiles in mangroves along the banks of the Mandovi and Kumbarhua rivers, elephant riding and much more will not leave anyone indifferent.
Goa is very cheap shopping. Here you can buy a huge number of exotic souvenirs, including esoteric ones. Tourists from Goa bring tea, spices and even local port.
Geographically, the province is divided into southern and northern zones. The latter has the highest population density and a relatively smaller number of hotels, which in addition, for the most part, have no more than two or three stars. One of the hotels located in North Goa, Resort Lagoa Azul 3 *, recently, judging by the opinion of tour operators, has begun to gain popularity.
Description
The magnificent nature surrounding the hotel, economical prices for accommodation, good service - this is not a complete list of advantages in favor of choosing it. Located on the north coast of Goa, Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * hotel is a forty-minute drive from the airport. Within walking distance are the famous beaches of Baga and Calangute Beach, as well as the Saturday night market. Near it there are many restaurants, there are coffee houses and coastal cafes. Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * (India) was built in 2002. The last major renovation, replacement of furniture and sanitary ware was carried out in 2014.
The territory on which the hotel is built is twelve thousand square meters. She is fully thought out and landscaped. Judging by the reviews, the hotel has a beautiful internal garden with exotic vegetation.
Infrastructure
Resort Lagoa Azul is a 3 star hotel, like many hotels in Goa. Nevertheless, he has a fairly developed infrastructure. Visitors are offered a conference room, a parking lot, a business center, and a car rental service. Hotel guests can use the safe-deposit box, sit in the Internet cafe, hand over clothes to the laundry, and visit the beauty salon. On the ground floor in the administrative building there is a medical office, a currency exchange. Here is the registration desk, which is always open. Tourists can arrange a transfer to the airport, order a taxi, rent a moped or bicycle.
According to the rules of the hotel, payment can be made in cash or by credit card, having previously agreed with the administrator. There is also a concierge service.
Housing stock
The main and additional buildings of the Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * hotel are located in a dense tropical park near the rice fields. They are equipped with eighty standard and suite rooms. All rooms have balconies with access to the garden or rice fields in the neighborhood.
The rooms have a refrigerator and a large TV, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, a paid minibar, and a direct dial telephone. Bathrooms are combined, there are showers. Room service is round the clock. Hygiene items are changed and cleaned every day. Judging by the reviews, bedding in premium rooms. On the beds are Pillowtop mattresses.
Nutrition
Like many hotels in the region, the Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * works according to the concepts of "breakfast" and "full board". India, north of Goa in particular, is famous for its cuisine, in which there are a lot of spices. National dishes can be enjoyed at the à la carte restaurant Tabla. A large selection of drinks is served at Sun Bar. The pub called Elephant and Castle has delicious snacks. You can also have dinner in your room, using the request for round-the-clock service. There is also a poolside bar.
Beach
The nearest bathing area is two kilometers from Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * (North Goa). Every half hour, a free bus leaves the hotel and brings guests to the beach. Umbrellas, sunbeds and trestle beds are issued for a fee. The beaches of Goa are sandy, so special rubber shoes are not required. The entrance to the sea is gentle, convenient for little bathers.
For children
In Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * (India, North Goa) you can often meet couples with kids. For their young customers, the hotel provides a playground on the territory, in the shade under palm trees, as well as a club for children from five years old. Parents can get a cot in the room upon request. At the reception you can arrange a special menu for your children. There is also a shallow compartment for the kids in the adult pool.
Additional Information
In Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * there are two pools. Judging by the reviews of our compatriots, they perfectly help out in the forty-degree Indian heat. Around the pools there is always plenty of free space so that you can comfortably sunbathe, lying on comfortable mattresses. There is also a bar. Drinks and light snacks need to be paid.
The hotel has a good animation. Twice a week, show programs are organized, including with snakes. Arriving in Goa, you must definitely see the local attractions, which are quite a lot. To do this, you can buy one-day tours both at the hotel and from street vendors.
Another indispensable item of the Goa holiday program is a visit to the spa, which is available in almost every hotel. Resort Lagoa Azul 3 * is no exception. In their reviews, tourists often recall Ayurvedic treatments and massage services.
Tourists who prefer an active pastime can play billiards by renting a table for this. Many exotic lovers come here to get married. And the staff of the Resort Lagoa Azul (3 *) help a lot in this.
Reviews
A very good hotel for a budget holiday in an exotic country. Our compatriots really liked the area: a lot of greenery and flowers. Nearby there is a clean little lake. Often you can meet a heron or large green parrots, from which children are delighted. But on the location of the opinions of the Russians diverged. Some did not like the fact that the beach is two kilometers away, despite the regular shuttle service to the sea.
The rooms are cozy, small. The delicious dishes served in the main restaurant appealed to everyone. Those who bought tours only with breakfast preferred mainly to eat at beach and coastal restaurants, where, for example, for a very ridiculous, almost symbolic amount, you can buy a huge fish, which will be cooked right before the eyes of the buyer. And if you drink it with a local alcoholic drink called fennie, you can get a lot of pleasure from unusual taste sensations.
Judging by the reviews, our compatriots preferred to travel around the resort or by taxi, bargaining in advance, or on a rickshaw. Some rented a moped or bicycle, and they themselves traveled around the outskirts of Goa.
Minuses
Among the shortcomings, Russians note the lack of Russian-speaking personnel: those who do not know English had to communicate with the dictionary. Another drawback, according to some, is the fee for an extra crib for children under the age of five.
For those who prefer outdoor activities, a lot of entertainment, including nightly, this hotel is not suitable. Here you can relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, combining Ayurvedic treatments with swimming and sunbathing on the beach.