Little India Beach Cottages

A hidden gem! This place is a beautiful oasis by the beach. We stayed in one of the cottages, raised in the middle of the pristine gardens. Loved the traditional design of the wooden cottages, the lush, gardens, waking up to the sounds of birds in the morning, the swimming pool is lovely especially in the evening when it’s not too hot. Special kudos to the Bongo beach shack, that marks the approach of the Little India to the beach. Here the staff really makes you feel home and well looked after! The food and drinks on offer are very delicious: we tried anything from breakfast omelettes, Indian breakfast, Indian food (highly recommend butter chicken and Korma). Also had grilled bomfret (butter and garlic) and it was epic. They have plenty of Indian and international food options, way beyond what you’d expect from a beach shack. In fact, having tried some of the nice high street restaurants, the Bongo’s quality was up there and beyond. The beach has clean white sand, and is far enough from the chaos of Tito’s lane so it’s nice and relaxing. Don’t get fooled by the appearance of the street leading to the hotel. You step from the chaos of the high street and through some run down buildings , but a slice of paradise is waiting for you at the end. I’d definitely come back again!

The best place to stay in Calangute. Right in the middle of the busy parts. The rooms are clean and have everything you need. We did have to ask for towels and a hairdryer though. You need to hand your key into reception if you want your room cleaned, they don't tell you this. The attached beach shack is lovely, friendly staff, free loungers and great food. Pricey compared to places away from the beach though and a lot of sellers hassling you. Whatever price they offer you first, take a 0 off and that's what you should be paying.

Lovely place right at the beach. The beach cottage rooms are lovely, very private and spotless, such a peaceful resort. The only noise was late at night rising up from the beach bars but not too loud that it stopped you sleeping. We had trouble with the fan and aircon which was dealt with immediately when we told someone. My only tip would be, leave your key with reception otherwise your room won’t get cleaned. The pool was lovely and quiet and a change from the beach. As for the beach shacks, we preferred Indian Summer next to Bongo’s (Little India’s shack) as the choice of food was more varied and much nicer. The cottages are only a 5 to 10 min walk up to the main road with bars etc, walking past Relish, a wonderful restaurant for breakfast or evening meal ! Best butter chicken of my holiday!! I do recommend the cottages and would stay there again if I was at that end of North Goa.

Amazing tranquil setting