Two Goa resorts among India's top 10 'jewels' HERALD CORRESPONDENT NEW DELHI, DEC 13
Two small Goa hotels feature in TripAdvisor's Top 10 'Undiscovered Jewel' hotels in India according to traveller popularity, price and TripAdvisor editors. These hotels provide excellent value, a unique experience and personalised service, without comprising quality, for those on a limited budget, says the travel website www.tripadvisor.in. At No: 9 on the list, Presa di Goa, at Nagoa, near Arpora, is described as 'a restored country house furnished in Portuguese colonial style, where one can enjoy the grandeur and opulence of the past. A stone's throw away from endless rice paddies, Presa di Goa provides privacy, romance and true relaxation'. Judge comments included: Beautiful place. Great value for money. Beautifully appointed rooms. A stunning garden with inviting swimming pool. The average nightly rate: Rs 4,224. At No. 10 is Casa Candolim. It is described as 'a boutique hotel; an oasis of peace and tranquility. Offering a quiet and elegant atmosphere, it is a harmonious hideaway on the Candolim beach road' Judge comments included: A typical Goan look and feel, which makes it all the more exciting and interesting. The rooms are tastefully done and very spacious. The average nightly rate: Rs 8,400. The top five 'Undiscovered Jewels' are all in Rajasthan, with the Mewar Haveli in Udaipur topping the list. Top 10 'Undiscovered Jewels' 1. Mewar Haveli, Udaipur 2. Fifu Guest House, Jaisalmer 3. Jas Vilas, Jaipur 4. Ratan Vilas, Jodhpur 5. Siena Village, Kerala 6. Hotel de l'Orient, Pondicherry 7. Bethsaida Hermitage, Kerala 8. Hotel Willow Banks, Shimla 9. Presa di Goa Country House, Goa 10. Casa Candolim, Goa http://oheraldo.in/pagedetails.asp?nid=13990&cid=26
