The Tamarind Hotel  

In rural North Goa, a short ride from the Anjuna coastline and perched opposite a pretty white church. This 3-star hotel sits about 2.5 km from Anjuna and Vagator beaches, within walking distance of St. Michael's Church and the Miraculous Cross, and close to the Anjuna Flea Market; Calangute is roughly 6.5 km away and Panjim about 20 km. Family-friendly vibes and easy beach access make it a smart pick for laid-back Goa stays.

Housed in a Portuguese-style stone building, the property has 25 individually decorated rooms with private balconies or patios, minibars, laptop-size lockers and 42-inch LED TVs. Rooms feature Select Comfort beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and private bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries. Décor is colorful and relaxed, with quirky touches like the Madhatter bar and a heritage pool table that give the place character.

Enjoy a sparkling outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, table tennis and board games, plus a garden and poolside bar. On-site bakery and famous desserts sweeten the stay; massages and yoga can be arranged and the front desk helps with day and night city tours. Bikes, scooters and cars are available to rent and cycles are free of charge.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected and there’s a small conference/meeting room (about 25 sqm) for events. Express check-in/check-out and concierge services add convenience, and shuttle services are available for a surcharge.

Cotinga, the on-site multicuisine restaurant, serves garden-view alfresco meals and is popular with locals; North Indian dishes are a highlight. The Madhatter bar pours wines and cocktails, there’s a daily complimentary reception, 24-hour room service and candlelit dinners can be arranged for special occasions.