Category : 5 Star
Address : Benaulim, Goa - 403716
Accessibility :: 28 kms from Dabolim airport, 8 kms from
Margao railway station and Margao city bus stand.
Description
Set
like a jewel amidst 56 acres of lush gardens, on the southwest coast of Goa,
Taj Exotica is nothing short of breathtaking in its beauty. With its pure
white beach lapped by the vast Arabian Sea, Taj Exotica liberates you from
your daily routine to experience the zenith of joy.
Taj Exotica has deluxe and luxury rooms concentrated in the main hotel
building and rest of the accommodation are villas scattered around the
property. With its tropical-inspired design touches, excellent architecture,
a sunny atrium, spacious shady corridors and flower lined patios, Taj
Exotica offers you a stay that will linger into your mind long after you
have returned home.
Accommodation
Taj Exotica has 140 guest rooms including 4 suites, which are equipped with
international standard facilities. All the 140 rooms are spacious,
sophisticated and elegantly appointed with a private balcony overlooking the
cool blue Arabian Sea. With its Goan and Portuguese style interiors, the
guestrooms at the Taj Exotica represent a fine example of Indian tradition
of luxurious design and comfort.
Deluxe Rooms : The light, airy and spacious deluxe rooms
offer a harmony of grace and comfort. Every deluxe room provides a splendid
view of the sea, from its private balcony.
Luxury Suites : These spacious one-bedroom suites are
equipped with a large bathroom, private dressing room and a Jacuzzi. From
its balconies you can get a breathtaking sea view.
Presidential Villas : Presidential
Villas are two-bedroom villas, which are noted for their grandeur and
elegance. Each villas has a spacious living and dining room, a master
bedroom, a guest room, a well-stocked pantry and a private garden.
Garden View Villas : The Garden View Villas offer all the
above guest amenities alongwith the magnificent views of the lovely garden.
Deluxe Sea View Villas : These rooms provide beautiful
views of the Arabian sea.
Junior Suites : Along with a pleasant stay, from these
junior suites you can enjoy the panoramic views of the Arabian sea. Sunset
Pool Villa : Set amidst tall palm trees and lush greenery, Sunset Pool Villa
has rooms designed in Goan and Portuguese style. The rooms have a large
veranda, private pool and equipped with special suite amenities.
In Room Facilities
24
hrs room service, Centrally air-conditioned rooms, Hot and cold running
water, Attached bath, Room safe, Mini bar, Tea-Coffee maker, Hair dryer,
Telephone with direct dialing facility, Colour TV with Satellite programmes,
Channel music etc.
Other Facilities and Services
Apart from finest in-room facilities, Taj Exotica offers several other
facilities and services like Doctor on call, Florist, Beauty parlour/
Saloon, Express laundry/ Dry cleaning, Travel assistance, Internet, Money
exchange, Shopping arcade, Book shop, Fitness centre, Carpet Shop/Jewellery
shop, Souvenir shop, Driver's dormitory, Meeting rooms and Banquet
facilities, Baby sitting service, Car hire service etc.
Dining
Taj Exotica offers a pleasurable dining experience that include the finest
Indian and international cuisines. From casual, every day eateries to
formal, you will get a wide variety of delicious dishes and invigorating
drinks. Taj Exotica has following bars and restaurants.
Allegria : If you want to taste the delectable Goan
cuisine, visit the Allegria restaurant. The restaurant offers a fine
amalgamation of traditional Goan food with seafood and Portuguese wines.
Popular dishes offered by the restaurant include Nistiachi koddi, Caldin de
verdura and Kullanche mass kottnim. Allegria restaurant is open from 7.30 pm
to 10.45 pm.
Eugenia : Eugenia is known for exotic dishes. It offers a
wide range of popular Indian dishes, alltime favourite continental dishes
and specialties from South East and Asia. Enjoy the buffet breakfast and
popular dishes like Laksa, Roast Chicken with Orange and Mustard Glaze, and
Gateau of Exotic Vegetables. The restaurant is open from 7.00 to 12.00 am.
Lobster Shack : Visit the Lobster
Shack for a truly memorable dining experience. At this thatched beachfront
restaurant you can enjoy a delicious range of seafood and a wide array of
exotic wines. Famous dish of this restaurant is Grilled Lobster with lemon
garlic butter. Timings of Lobster Shack are 11:00 am to 6:00 pm (Snack Bar
Menu) and 7:30 pm - 10:45 pm.
Li Bai : In this restaurant you can enjoy delicious food
amidst the warm Chinese atmosphere. Popular dishes of Li Bai are Crispy
fried spinach and Lotus stem with honey and chili sauce. This restaurant
welcomes guests from 7.30 pm to 10.45 pm.
Miguel Arcanjo : Here at Miguel Arcanjo, you can laze in
tranquil old-world atmosphere and feast on a variety of Mediterranean
cuisines. Some of the specialties of this restaurant include Hummus,
Falafel, Lebanese Mezze, Babaghanouj, Tabbouleh and Wine leaves dolmas.
Miguel Arcanjo is open from 12:30 pm to 2:45 pm and 7:30 pm to 10:45 pm.
Adega Camoens : Unwind yourself in the romantic setting of
this gorgeously appointed lounge bar. In its picturesque interior, the
restaurant offers an ideal setting for puffing cigars, sipping Cognac,
enjoying refreshments and more. This bar is open from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm.
Pool
Side Sandwich Counter and Fresh Fruit Bar : As per its name, the
sandwich counter is located adjacent to the swimming pool and offers
delicious refreshments like sandwiches, fresh juices, ice cream etc. It is
open from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm.
Recreation
Situated close to the Benaulim beach, Taj Exotica is a perfect place to
rejuvenate and relax. From rejuvenating Ayurveda and Spa therapies to an
exciting boat trip or the fast-paced games of badminton and tennis, you can
indulge yourself in a variety of recreational options. Head towards the
sports complex to take up a game of Archery, Tennis or Pool. Further walk up
to the golf course, which is lined by the fragrant Anjulia bushes. Taj
Exotica has a 9-hole mini golf course and a 3-hole putt and pitch golf
course. After passing a good time at golf course, move ahead to enjoy other
games like beach volleyball, basketball, cricket and cycling.
If you want to swim, visit the elegantly tiled swimming pool and also catch
up the some finest views of Goan dancers swaying to a traditional beat.
Apart from swimming, you can take up water sports like wind surfing,
sailing, para sailing and speed boats. You can also enjoy indoor games like
billiards, table tennis, computer games and playing cards.
Taj Exotica also has an activity centre for children, where fun and
innovative games are conducted daily for children. Besides, the swimming
pool has a separate children's pool with water slides and floats.
Spa Known for its world class services, Taj Exotica also boasts of finest
spas of the world. In the Spa centres of Taj Exotica you may rejuvenate
yourself after hectic sightseeing trips. You can also get deliciously smooth
and supple skin with the body treatments and therapies offered by the Spa.
Jiva Spa : A massive architectural structure, Taj Exotica
is complemented by Jiva Spa, which is a fine specimen of traditional Kerala
temple architecture style. Jiva Spa is situated in the midst of evergreen
gardens, as you step inside the Spa, a natural serenity will embrace you.
The Spa has spacious treatment rooms with private gardens and a bathing pool
to relax. Jiva Spa also offers couple suites and single rooms for both men
and women. An interesting blend of Indian wisdom and modern therapies, Jiva
Spa offers the best in Indian rejuvenation therapies such as Indian
aromatherapy massages, time-horned Indian treatments, body scrubs and wraps.
Jiva Spa is managed by the Ayushman Ayurveda Trust, an important institute
of traditional Ayurveda.
The Exotica Spa : The Exotic Spa is another spa in Taj
Exotica Resort. The Spa has a well-equipped gym, separate massage rooms for
men and women, separate steam room and relaxation rooms. It offers Thai,
Swedish and Balinese massage, aromatherapy and several other therapies.
