The Cidade de Goa is in the perfect location for relaxation and watching the sun as it sets into the horizon
Cidade de Goa, Vainguinim, Goa is less than 10 minutes around the coastal road from Panjim, the capital. The Cidade de Goa is surrounded by 40 acres of immaculately kept gardens with views over the tropical Vainguinim Bay. Set beside the secluded, sandy beach this is the perfect location for relaxation and watching the sun as it sets into the horizon.
The large free-form swimming pool also overlooks the beach with plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas plus ‘Bar Latino’, the poolside bar. Cidade de Goa has a reputation for high standards and has become a firm favourite in the British market. Many awards have been won for its innovative architecture and Portuguese style décor, particularly evident within reception, some of the rooms, and within its many restaurants. A wide variety of eating experiences are available within the Cidade de Goa such as the ‘Alfama’, fine dining restaurant, organised evenings such as ‘Dekhni’, the weekly Goan theme night, ‘Indian Evening’ and the ‘Beach side BBQ’. The newly renovated Cafe Azul restaurant with it’s open plan kitchen offers an international menu.
Activities and facilities available include: tennis, badminton, volleyball, outdoor chess, table tennis, the ‘Taverna’ lobby bar, ‘Docaria’ (the lobby coffee shop with fresh cakes and bakes!), beauty salon, Pavitra Ayurveda spa with Swedish massages and treatments, well-equipped gym, children’s pool, watersports including parasailing, jet skis and water-skiing (all payable locally), a selection of shops, 24-hour reception, safety deposit boxes (free of charge) and regular evening entertainment.
The premium twin or double rooms (sleeping up to 3) have an en-suite bathroom with SH&WC, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, telephone, satellite TV, mini-bar and a balcony or terrace. The superior rooms have the same facillities plus a sea view. Classic rooms are larger and also have a seaview. All rooms are offered on a Bed and Breakfast basis. Christmas and New Year festive meals and the Gala Beach BBQ on the 28th December are included.
The Cidade de Goa is a resort all on its own; ideal for complete relaxation with the hustle and bustle of local resorts, attractions and tourist destinations easily accessible. Highly recommended.