The Heritage Village Resort & Spa, Goa - A fun filled staycation

Goa is our favorite vacation getaways. With crystalline waters, hammocks strung between swaying coconut palms on dreamy beaches, drenched in all-year sun, Goa has bounced back after the dreaded pandemic and is welcoming tourists from the entire world with open arms.

First Impressions – Heritage Village Resort and Spa, Goa

The Heritage Village Resort & Spa, about 20-30 minutes’ drive in South Goa, is where one finds solace amidst brand new and contemporary-designed interiors.

This is one of Goa’s finest beach-front resort surrounded by nature and perfect landscaping. Barely few steps from sandy beaches, Heritage Village is home to hundreds of birds perched on coconut trees that are spread in every part of the resort.

The 232 sq. ft. resort is an exclusive, boutique style property perfect for families, corporate and even honeymooners. Upscale accommodation, fully-stocked in-room bar; excellent room service, a fresco all day a la carte restaurant; a colorful bar, high-end spa, a huge pool with a bar – and the best part is they offer activities like biking and guided nature trails to guests. For us, the moment we checked in, we enjoyed every bit of our stay.

With views of landscaped gardens, I felt embraced by the beauty of the resort, away from the crowded part of Goa. The property is very close to the Arossim, so a leisurely walk will actually land you to the clear beach.

With the re-furbishing of this 20 year old property, you can now expect world-class luxury – with all the conveniences that include gourmet dining, premium drinks brands as well as leisure and entertainment. Heritage Village Goa is also ideal if you are planning a luxury romantic break; a family holiday; or a getaway with friends.

The 97 keys Heritage Village makes for an impressive arrival. The tropical palms at the entrance certainly set the tone. Once inside the glistening marble lobby, the 5-star welcome continues – a refreshing coconut water drink, a face towel, and a polite, warm welcome that is quintessentially Goan.

Warm welcome

We headed to our pool facing room; strolling through the landscaped gardens and the pool deck. Immediately we felt enveloped in a relaxed holiday atmosphere.

Rooms are located in a cluster of ground and first floor, all facing the pool. Our room was the on the first floor so we enjoyed the pool view and swaying palm trees.

Our room had the sweetest gesture of warmth and hospitality. The signage mentioned our names and inside a card with welcome note and a bottle of wine added to the personal attention. Soft beds with towel art added to the warm welcome.

The bathroom had luxury amenities, plush towels, and comfy robes, rain shower. Our balcony had the best view we could imagine. We could hear the laughter and music from guests at the swim up bar, surrounded by loungers and watch the palm trees swaying.

Dining

The Heritage Village resort and Spa offers something for everyone with its selection of a la carte dishes at the all day dining restaurant. There are buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but the executive chef prepared some of the most exotic dishes for us to devour.

We specially loved the lobster and the Goan thaali that comprised of multiple dishes paired with rice. Exotic goan flavors tempered with rich spices create an epiphany in the heart that remains there forever.

Entertainment

The resort has extravagant music and dance spectacle, which is also the highlight of the Costa resort’s entertainment program. There is a live music performance happening almost every day. It’s always a delight to listen to soul satisfying numbers while devouring the delicacies prepared by the chef.

Activities

You can never get bored at the resort. There are activities lined up for children and solo travelers like me. The resort has tied up with an e-bike company called b-live, that curates experiential tours for guests.

I enjoyed the cycling tour through beaches, churches and the open fields. The next morning I also experienced a tour with soul travelling – a company for nature lovers. We visited the Chorou river and saw different varieties of birds while on the cruise.

The Resort also organized a fabulous beach picnic for us. We enjoyed tea and biscuits on the beach while gazing at the waves.

Ayurveda spa

The traditional spa at the resort is an experience in itself. Surrounded by herbs and trees, the space is accentuated with the aroma of the natural oils used for the massage. The staff is very courteous and ensures the therapy is well executed.

The rooms are small , but enlivened with soft music, beds laden with seasonal flowers. I enjoyed the 75 minutes long therapy of abhyangam with potli massage. The therapists are well trained in their profession and ensure I enjoyed the massage experience.