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Fort Aguada Beach Resort & Hermitage Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
Location Sinquerim, Bardez, North of Panjim
Phone 0832/479123-136
Fax 0832/479200
Web site www.tajhotels.com
E-mail fortaguada.goa@tajhotels.com
Room Information 130 units
Prices Sept 1-Dec 22, Jan 8-Aug 31, Dec 23-27, Dec 28-Jan 5: $180-$345 superior double, $205-$370 superior sea-view double, $215-$380 cottage garden-view double, $300-$465 suite. Hermitage villas (Sept 1-Dec 22, Jan 8-Aug 31, Dec 23-27, Dec 28-Jan 5): $275-$440 1-bedroom garden-view, $300-$465 1-bedroom sea-view, $500-$665 2-bedroom sea-view, $900-$1,065 3-bedroom sea-view. Taj Holiday Village doubles (Sept 1-Dec 22, Jan 8-Aug 31, Dec 23-27, Dec 28-Jan 5): $155-$380 standard, $805-$405 superior, $190-$415 cottage garden-view, $235-$460 villa, $215-$440 cottage sea-view villa, $225-$450 deluxe cottage sea-view. Ask about multiday or monsoon specials that may include transfers, food, and other conveniences
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, hair dryer, safe

Frommer's Review

Situated on the short peninsula upon which the Portuguese built their defensive Fortress of Aguada, this resort complex (comprising the Beach Resort, Hermitage, and Taj Holiday Village) has one of the most spectacular locations in all of Goa, with picture-postcard views of the beach, which stretches all the way to Baga, 8km (5 miles) away. Behind the main Beach Resort block are 42 cottages tucked almost invisibly among groves of lantana, cashew, and bougainvillea bush; these are the best places to stay at the Beach Resort. Alternatively, for absolute privacy (ideal for groups or families), consider one of the 15 top-end Hermitage cottages, built as a retreat for delegates during the 1983 meeting of the Commonwealth heads of government. The cottages are set among terraced gardens of exotic orchids, bougainvilleas, cashew trees, jasmine, and Krishna ficus. Each villa has a separate living room; a dining area; one, two, or three bedrooms; two bathrooms; a balcao (balcony); and a private garden. Interiors are luxurious and include all modern amenities; request a villa near Sunset Point, where cocktails are served while the sun descends over the Arabian Sea. It's quite a stiff climb between the cottages and the hotel lobby (shared with the Beach Resort); courtesy vehicles are available for the short transfer. Also sharing the facilities offered by Fort Aguada Resort is Taj Holiday Village, fronted by Sinquerim Beach, with cottages and villas scattered among towering coconut trees and lush vegetation. Accommodations at this resort vary considerably, ranging from lavish sea-facing villas to less desirable suites in clustered or duplex cottages.

Facilities: 3 restaurants; 2 bars; pool; tennis; volleyball; squash; badminton; billiards; table tennis; adventure activities (trekking, rock climbing, rappelling); cycling; watersports; fitness center; spa; activity center; airport transfers; currency exchange; shop; salon; room service; babysitting; laundry; house doctor.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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