Top 5 Hotels at Baga Beach, Goa

One of the most popular beaches in North Goa, Baga beach is a tourist magnet and offers great hotels to stay at in North Goa. Lined with budget hotels and beachfront resorts, Baga is favoured by adventure and party lovers. Whether you want to try water sports, go on a dolphin cruise, or shop at the Saturday night bazaar, it’s best to stay near the beach. Here are our top 5 picks for hotels at Baga Beach, Goa:

1. Lazy Lagoon Sarovar Portico Suites

A part of the Sarovar Group of Hotels, Lazy Lagoon Suites is walking distance from Baga beach. The rooms are very spacious and the attached terrace overlooks the lagoon. The staff is very courteous and helpful, and will make sure you have a comfortable stay. The hotel’s poolside restaurant, Balcao serves authentic Goan food as well as Indian and Continental fare. You can relax at the gazebo bar Tavern or the lounge bar Ola, both of which offer a wide selection of beverages.

2. The Baga Marina

A 5-minute walk from Baga beach is The Baga Marina –winner of TripAdvisor’s 2012 Certificate of Excellence. The hotel offers accommodation to suit every budget. The lamb curry at their multi-cuisine restaurant Cafe Baga is worth trying out. The famous hangout joint, Tito’s is just a short walk away. Unwind at the pool or at Turquoise spa and soak in its ambience and luxury.

3. 16 Degrees North

With a quiet location on the Baga riverfront, the quirkily named 16 Degrees North is one of the popular boutique hotels in North Goa. Its 16 suites are tastefully done up. The hotel is known for its warm hospitality and good food, especially the breakfast, which is generous and delicious. Or you can try out the famous Britto’s restaurant, which is just 500 metres from the hotel. Alternatively, spend an evening at St Anthony restaurant, which is in our list of top 10 things to do in Goa.

4. Lagoa Azul Resort

Located near Baga river and overlooking a lagoon, Lagoa Azul Resort is an oasis of calm, one of the best beach resorts in Goa. Most of the suites face one of the two pools at the resort and are spacious and well-appointed. The resort has several mango trees in its premises, which are laden with mangoes during summer. The restaurant, Tabla serves up a variety of cuisines, with a choice of steak and seafood for dinner. There are also ‘traditional nights’, complete with a live band and local specialties such as pork vindaloo, chicken xacuti and Goan sauasages.

5. Colonia Santa Maria

Colonia Santa Maria is one of the three-star hotels in Goa, which provide accommodation in Portuguese-style villas. The hotel has sprawling grounds, including a swimming pool, a football ground and a large lawn. The rooms are spacious and have their own balcony or terrace. Try booking one of the newer rooms, which are better equipped with modern facilities. The hotel serves up great food, or you can try the many other restaurants close by for authentic local fare.

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