Prainha Resort: Perfect setting for an exotic holiday

The name 'Prainha' is derived from the Portuguese word 'little beach'. Prainha Resort is set in a tranquil palmgrove on the beachfront in Goa. Established in 1963, Prainha slowly evolved from a little whitewashed summer cottage to a 45-room resort with cottages and elegant rooms. Located 7 kms from Panjim, it is a perfect setting for an exotic holiday.

It overlooks the secluded Dona Paula Beach and is surrounded by tropical vegetation and tall palm trees. The resort is spread over a large area and the villas offer spacious rooms. It also has a beach cove with a swimming pool. Its simple offerings, the vibrant colours of the Goan landscape, the seaside, the fragrance of country flowers, waves lapping on a little used beach, home cooked meals with a professional touch, spacious rooms and cottages, make staying at Prainha an unforgettable vacation experience.

"Prainha is the house of ancient Goans. From antique furniture to the beautiful old flooring to the curtains, each and everything in the resort specifically gives the hotel an old-world charm," says Esther Mascarenhas, director, Prainha Resort.

Accommodation

The resort provides excellent cottages - Madeira Cottages, Cottage Rooms and Double Rooms. The rooms have been designed to reflect the relaxed, easy-going life style of Goa.

Amenities

• Telephone/facsimile/Internet
• Money changing
• Safe deposit lockers
• Tour and travel assistance counter
• Airport pick-up on request
• Laundry service
• Gift shop
• Baby sitting
• Doctor on call
• Swimming pool
• Sunbeds
• Games.

Restaurants

Patio: Dining alfresco, under the palm trees has been a favourite pastime here for years. Some of the best examples of the regional and continental cuisine are individually prepared on order.

Harbour Lights: The bar under the eaves of a typical Goan cottage offers a select choice of cocktails and spirits including 'Feni' the fiery local distillation of coconut or cashew juice.