Category : 5 Star
Deluxe
Address : Vainguinim Beach, Dona Paula, Goa, 403 004
Accessibility : 28 kms from Dabolim International Airport,
14 kms from Karmali Railway Station and 7 kms from Panaji Bus Stand.
Description :
On
Dona Paula Beach and just 7 kms from the heart of Goa's capital Panaji, the
Cidade de Goa attracts tourists with its warm, very Goan feel. Set in 44
acres of landscaped gardens, the resort has an impressive open-plan lobby,
with the added attraction of a wooden sun-deck overlooking the pool. As you
step in the open lobby of the resort, you are welcomed with a fantastic view
of the Arabian Sea.
Cidade de Goa, with its award-winning resort architecture was designed to
resemble a self-contained Portuguese hill hamlet. The beauty and the
tranquil ambience of the resort is further enhanced by the shinning murals
and the statues of Portuguese explorer, Vasco da Gama in his three facets as
an Adventurer, Statesman and Philosopher.
Accommodation
The resort offers 210 rooms and suites, all are nicely designed and
decorated to provide a wonderful experience to the guests.
Premium Rooms : Situated in the Garden Wing, the
well-furnished premium rooms are designed for the business traveller.
Superior Rooms : These spacious sea-facing rooms provide
the luxurious comfort. All the superior rooms have their private balconies,
which ensure a splendid sea view and strong flow of natural daylight for a
bright and soothing ambience.
Deluxe Rooms : The elegant
heritage-class rooms are perfect for a holidayers or for honeymooners. Each
room has private sit-outs leading directly to the beach.
Classic Rooms : Equipped with all contemporary luxuries,
the Classic rooms offer you ultimate comfort. You will also get the
excellent sea-view from the classic rooms.
Junior Suites & Suites : Finest in luxury, these
Suites offer you a glimpse of India. All suites are adorned with cosy
furniture, artefacts and wall hangings. Most of the suites have spacious
dining areas and balconies, which offer a breathtaking sea view.
In Room Facilities
24
hrs. Room Service, Centrally air-conditioned, Hot and cold running water,
Attach bath, In-room Safe, Hair Dryer, Refrigerated Private Bar, Tea-Coffee
maker, Colour Television with Satellite programmes, Telephone with direct
dialing facility and Internet Access on request.
Other Facilities and Services
Restaurants, Bars, Doctor on Call, Laundry, Travel Desk, Money Exchange,
Safe Deposit, Conference and Banquet facilities, Beauty parlor, Massage
centre, Swimming Pool, Spa, Tennis, Health centre, Jacuzzi, Beach
volleyball, Sauna, Video games arcade and Children's room.
Dining
Dining at Cidade de Goa is a unique and truly unforgettable experience.
The restaurants at the resort offer varied cuisines to satisfy your urge.
Alfama : At Alfama restaurant you can enjoy authentic Goan
and Portuguese cuisine with the fine tune of the musicians. A candle light
dinner accompanied by live music, provides you a truly unforgettable Goan
experience.
Barbeque (Seasonal Operation):
Situated in a lush tropical place, Barbeque restaurant is a delight for your
palate. Barbeque gives you the chance to taste Goan delicacies like grilled
prawns and lobsters or the delicious paneer shashlik. In this evening
restaurant, a variety of sea food, meats and vegetarian specialties are
cooked before your eyes. If you want to relax, just grab a cocktail and soak
in the romantic ambience.
Beach Barbeque (Seasonal Operation) : Beach Barbeque, a
seasonal restaurant is held weekly only on Saturdays. Go for a unique dining
experience of grilled seafood, meat and vegetable, accompanied by a live
band and limbo dancing.
Lagoa Azul : Lagoa Azul - the coffee shop is conveniently
located close to the swimming pool. Here you can enjoy a wide variety of
snacks and light lunches.
Laranja : At this buffet specialty restaurant you can
savour a wide array of Indian, Goan and international cuisine.
Fantan (Seasonal Operation ) : Situated by the poolside,
Fantan serves a wide variety of East Asian cuisine. At Fantan you can enjoy
wonton soup, garlic prawns in Szechwan style or delicious honey pancakes
with vanilla ice-cream.
Taverna : Taverna an elegant tea and snack lounge by day
changes to a jovial bar at night. Enjoy the cocktails, beer in the evening
and also get a chance to sing with the resort's accomplished pianist.
Besides, Taverna also has a sundeck with the magnificent views of the pool
and the beach.
Bar Latino : At this pool-side bar, you can enjoy heady
beverages and cocktails accompanied by the live entertainment in the
evenings.
Recreation
Cidade de Goa offers you excellent facilities for recreation. Go for any
recreation option and each will rejuvenate your body and mind. Visit the
multipurpose Gymnasium to flex your your muscles, tighten and tone your
body. Enjoy an exhilarating massage with coconut, olive or herbal oils. More
than just relaxing, this massage has a therapeutic effect on your body and
mind. Head towards the Cidade Beauty Parlour to get a comprehensive range of
hair as well beauty treatments. Also go for Jacuzzi, an excellent relaxation
technique and Sauna, which will refresh your skin. Besides, a cemented
jogging track along the periphery of the hotel lawns and beach, awaits you.
You can take up a variety of water sports like parasailing, windsurfing,
water skiing, jet skiing, fast speed boats and many other exciting water
rides. Indulge yourself in a beach games like Beach volleyball, cricket or
football in the sand. Try your luck at the resort's Casino, Goldfinger which
is open 24 hours for gaming fans with its state of the art gaming
facilities. Cidade de Goa also has Kidade Kids Club, where your kids can
enjoy a variety of fun activities.
Pavitra Ayurvedic Spa : Located in the health club area of
Cidade de Goa, Pavitra Ayurvedic Spa offers exclusive ayurvedic treatment
programmes for you. The design of the spa forms a warm golden colour on the
walls with the ingredients of teak wood for the massage tables. Pavitra
Ayurvedic Spa offers the special ayurvedic treatments such as Sneha
Abhyanga, Pizhichil, Sirodhara Sirovasti, Pindasweda (Kizhi), Udwathana and
Nasyam (Errhines). Apart from these, the Spa also offers Panchakarma methods
- Vamana, Virechana, Sneha Vasti, Kashaya Vasti and Akshi Thatpana.
