Lotus Resort: Benaulim, Goa

For a number of years this was the official website for the Lotus Resort - Goa.
Content is from the site's archived pages and has been archived for use in Janice Tremain's seminars on international commerce. Ms. Tremain comes to the university from a successful marketing career. Best Seller featured her in their July 2012 issue - she is best known as the consultant who helped create record sales for an online cleaning supplies business, CleanItSupply. This archived site is part of the syllabus material for her course.

The current website for the resort is found at: www.lotusresorthotels.com/beach-resort-goa/

Welcome to Lotus Resort - Goa
Goa, an exotic location where the romance of past and the vibrance of the present meet... a dream location for every one all over the globe!! A strip of land between the Sahyadri Ghats in the east and the Arabian Sea in the west is a home to many romantic vacation.The Goan landscape is dotted with white sand beaches,churches,temples and forts while interior Goa,has coconut,cashew or mango groves. Plan your vacation, Family getaway, business travels at our luxurious resorts, hotels in India. The resort is the best place for relaxation, retreat, recreation and for family holidays, leisure business and honeymoon vacations. Book now your room packages at the best online rates and instant reservation for Lotus Resort Goa, Aronda Beach Resort, Baroda Lakeview Resort, Silvassa resort.

The Resort - At Goa

Why Should Lotus Resort be Chosen :
Lotus Resort is located in Benaulim, a charming town in Goa that boasts of great scenic delights and beaches. With a host of modern day amenities and services on offer, Lotus Resort promises a memorable stay to each and every guest. Moreover, the warm hospitality extended to everyone simply enamors the heart. Indeed, Lotus Resort is the perfect base for anyone looking forward to a relaxed holiday in the beach capital of Goa.

Where is Lotus Resort :
Lotus Resort is located in Benaulim, South Goa. The nearest airport (Dabolim) is 25 kms away while the Madgaon railway station is at a distance of 10 kms away from the hotel.

What are The Accommodation Facilities at Lotus Resort :
Lotus Resort is a charming collection of fully furnished, air-conditioned apartments. Every apartment offers the much sought after privacy along with a host of amenities like showers in the bath, television, telephone, fax and maid service (optional). Meanwhile, the apartments offer a fully equipped kitchenette each.

How About the Dining Facilities at Lotus Resort :
Every apartment at Lotus Resort offers a fully equipped kitchen for guests who prefer to cook their own food. Lotus Resort also has a restaurant and a bar shop that can be visited for a fine dining experience. Otherwise, there are many good restaurants and beach shacks located nearby that serve a whole range of Indian, Goan and international delicacies.

What are The Business Facilities Available at Lotus Resort :
There are no business facilities on offer at Lotus Resort . However, guests can make use of ISD/STD lines, fax and car rental facilities on offer.

What are The Recreational Ffacilities Available at Lotus Resort :
Recreational facilities at Lotus Resort include a swimming pool and a children's play area. Guests can also indulge in a number of outdoor activities like sightseeing, excursions, shopping and water sports.

How to Book Rooms at Lotus Resort :
We at Goa-Beaches offer to book rooms at Lotus Resort in Goa. Just fill up the given form to provide us the details and we will be more than happy to take care of all the arrangements. You may also contact us for hotel packages and other special deals.

Accommodation - At Goa

Area of The Resort :
Total no of rooms : 48 rooms,16 Standard Rooms, 16 Deluxe Rooms and 16 Suite Rooms. Available for Sale – 48 rooms.

Facilities at The Resort :

Swimming pool.
Restaurant (Capacity 45 Pax).
Bar.
Shop.
Childrens Play Area.
Medical Help.
Tourist Taxi on Hire.
Ticketing to be done at the Reception
( Extra Charges Applicable).
Fax.
Laundry Facility Available in The Rooms.
Indoor Games like Table Tennis, Carrom, Chess.
Games area.
Outdoor Swimming Pool.
Water Sports on Extra Cost.
Chess.
Playing Cards.

ONE-BEDROOM :
The one-bedroom apartment provides comfortable sleeping for four adults, with a separate master bedroom and a sofa-bed in the spacious living room. Privacy is for two couples.

Room Amenities : Air-conditioning in all rooms Fully equipped kitchen with range of utensils, mini-oven, fridge and stove. Double bed, Sofa bed, Dining table and Cable TV.

Amenities : Air-conditioning in all rooms Fully equipped kitchen with range of utensils, mini-oven, fridge and stove. Double beds Sofa bed Dining table Cable TV.

STANDARD AND DELUXE ROOM:

Air Conditioning.
Workstation Desk.
2 Telephones.
Power Outlets at Desk Level.
Multi Channel Cable and DVD Player.
Tea and Coffee Maker.
Special Mattress with High Quality Pillows 2 types of Pillow-Soft and Hard.
Full Length Mirror.
Automatic Telephone wake-up call Service.
3 Lair Curtains to Provide Total Blackout.
Well Appointed Bathroom with High Pressure Hot and Cold Water.
Wide range Toiletries that Keep you Fresh.

TARIFF :

Room Type	Rack Rate INR CP
Standard Room	Rs. 4,400/- INR
Deluxe Room	Rs. 5,500/- INR
Suite Room	Rs. 6,600/- INR
Extra Adult	Rs. 600/- INR
Child above 5 years	Rs. 350/- INR

Dining - At Goa

Dining facilities at this economy hotel in Goa This budget hotel in Goa serves tantalizing Goan, Coastal, and International cuisine. The well-stocked bar at this cheap hotel in Goa promises to keep your spirits soaring.

Dining :

For a gourmet, the in house restaurant of Lotus Resort is just a gourmet's delight.
The full-fledged kitchen gives you enough freedom to cook and eat.
The restaurant serves tantalizing Goan, Coastal, and International cuisine.
The well-stocked bar of Lotus Resort promises to keep your spirits soaring.

Restaurant and Bar :

Multi cuisine Restaurant.
Open Air Bar and Restaurant.
In Room Dine in Service.

Amenities - At Goa

Room Amenities :

Air-conditioned standard & Deluxe Room.
Fully equipped kitchen with self-cooking facility in Suite Room.
Colour television,cable connection,Telephone.
Toiletries : Bath soap,shampoo,Shower cap.
Guest stationery : Letterhead envelope,scribbling pad,room directory information,food and beverage menus.

Lotus Resort Rooms Amenties in Goa :: One bedroom and two bedrooms Apartments in Goa near Benaulim Margao City and close to Colva Beach.

Goa gives you a resort full of fun attracting visitors for holidays or vacations, truly unforgettable luxury getaway with family family for a vacation to goa.

Recreation :
Your day at Goa Lotus Resort is sure to give you all that you crave for while on a vacation away from home. The crystal clear waters of the swimming pool at the Lotus Resort in Goa, India are a provocation to splashdown in joy

Banquets - At Goa
Business : Like other hotels in Goa, there is a well equipped conference room which can accommodate large gatherings at any formal or informal event. Business conferences are frequently held in the conference rooms. Other Facilities : Goa Lotus Resort pampers its guests with an amazing range of facilities that comprises of in house laundry, car rental facility, 24 hours check in and check out facility. City Info : Goa is admired for its beaches. The major beaches in Goa are Anjuna, Calangute, Colva and Benaulim, Dona Paula, Vagator and Chapora, Cavelosim, and many more. Some of the other tourist attractions in Goa include Dudhsagar waterfall and Arvalem waterfall, the rock-cut caves of Khandepar and many more. Goa is also famous for its churches and temples. Conference Facility Upto 50 Guest Theatre Style.

What's Nearby - At Goa

Nearest Tourist Spot
Historical OLD GOA
Bougainville, Churches.
River Cruise
Mapusa Market
Dudh Sagar Water Fall
Wide Choice of Beach Sack
Vagatore Beach	60kms approx
Anjuna Beach	58kms approx
Calangute Beach	55kms approx
Fort Aguda Beach Resort	50kms approx
Tito’s Pub	60kms approx
Ancestor Goa	17kms approx
Shantadurga Temple	30kms approx
Mangeshi Temple	40kms approx
Old Goa Churches	40 to 45 kms approx
Panjim City	37kms approx
Miramar Beach	40kms approx
Dona Paula	45kms approx
Kolva Beach	5kms approx
Savoi Spice Plantation	34kms approx
Old Goa Museum	35kms approx

AREA INFORMATION.
Panjim :
Capital city of Goa.Enjoy the whitewashed Churches and numerous small bars and cafes with a Portuguese style.

Mapusa :
This largest urban center of north Goa has made a mark due to the exotic local weekly bazaars that are held in the town.

FORTS AND BEACHES :
Aguada Fort :
Built by the Portuguese in order to protect Old Goa from potential enemy attacks. The fort, at present, houses the central jail.

Tiracol Fort :
A sparkling white hood, above the black soil, displayed against the sea and a calm bluish green river flowing along the silent green islands of mangroves rouses curiosity.

Benaulim Beach :
Situated at Benaulim village near Margao. It is one of the famous beaches of south Goa.

Calangute Beach :
Very well known all over the world for its scenic beauty.North Goa's most busiest and commercialized tourist spot.

Local Delicacies :
Local cuisines of Goa Are an array of exotic and spicy dishes of the state. Fish, rice and feni are the three main items that you can savour in Goa.

SOME POPULAR DISHES :
Solantulem and Ambot-tik :
Solantulem is made from Baby Sharks and the Ambot-tik is prepared with petals of tart Komum Solam.

Pork Vindaloo :
Pork Vindaloo is a concoction of wine ,garlic and local spices provide a distinctive taste to the dish.

Chicken Xacuti :
If you love a spicy dish, Chicken Xacuti is for you.

Baked Stuffed Crabs :
Spicy crabmeat is stuffed into the shell of the crab, sealed with a layer of dough and then baked to perfection.

Balchao de Camaro :
Spicy prawns cooked in a tangy shrimp and feni sauce.

Peixe Reachado :
A seasonal fish coated with a spicy homemade Goan masala and fried.

Treat for Vegetarians :
Try the Cashew Green Peas Bhaji (a tangy mixture of cashews, green peas, spices and fresh coconut), Sprouted Moong Ussal (bean sprouts with mustard seeds, green chillies and fresh coconut) and the Alsandachem Tonakh (kidney beans with a spicy Xacuti gravy).

Local Folk Art :
The major art forms of Goa include bamboo craft, brass metals, woodcarving, seashell craft, wooden lacquer ware and pappier-mache. Folk painting is another popular art form of Goa. The folk paintings mostly depict scenes from the epics of the Ramayana, the Mahabharata and the Puranas and also from the New Testament.

LOCAL SHOPPING :
Anjuna Wednesday Flea Market :
Set up by the Hippies in the 1980s, for selling their disposable belonging, today, it has expanded into a full-fledged market. You will find everything on sale, from jewellery to linen, electronic goods to motorbikes.

Saturday Night Markets :
live music played by the local bands, the riot of colour and light, exotic drinks and delectable foods offered by the bars, make your shopping experience much more of a night out.

Friday Bazaar (Mapusa) :
buy a variety of fresh ground masalas, spices, dry fish, fruit, vegetables, feni, choris ( Local hand made sausages) urak ( Local alcohol ) and cashews. Other items sold here are the leather goods, handicrafts, ceramics, linen and bamboo products.

BUS SERVICES :
Madgaon - 10 kms
Luxury and semi luxury bus services to Mumbai , Bangalore, Pune, Nasik and various other cities in India.

RAILWAY SERVICES :
Madgaon - 10 kms Well connected trains for Mumbai, Mangalore, Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochuveli, Cochin, Rajkot, Gandhidham, Delhi, Nagercoil.and many other destinations through out India.

AIRLINE SERVICES :
Nearest Airport
Dabolim - 25 kms

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