Laguna Anjuna

In the seaside village of Anjuna, Goa — steps from Anjuna Beach and a short drive to Baga and Calangute. Roughly 45 minutes from the airport and about 20 km from the railway station. A boutique country-house resort that’s both pet-friendly and family-friendly.

Built in Goan Portuguese vintage style with eco-friendly local materials, the property feels like a storybook courtyard. Quaint cottages sit along cobbled paths beneath carved laterite walls, terracotta roofs and vaulted brick ceilings. Rooms are all different, with designer touches, memory-foam beds, minibars and en suite baths (some with deep soaking tubs). A majestic 150‑year‑old mango tree presides over the garden and pool.

Lush tropical gardens and a large free-form outdoor pool set the mood. A spa offers massages and facials, and bikes are available to rent for quick beach runs. Poolside bar and garden views make for easy, relaxed afternoons — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and stroll straight to the flea market or beach.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout the property. There’s a business center plus about 50 sq m (538 sq ft) of conference/meeting space, concierge and a 24-hour front desk. Free self-parking on site.

A poolside restaurant serves local and international dishes with alfresco and garden-view options. The property also features a historic Portuguese mansion turned into an absinthe specialty bar. Full breakfasts are served daily, and limited room service is available.