Goa was famous in a bygone era for being the main trading port between India and Europe and a Portuguese colony. Now it is equally, perhaps even more famous as an extremely popular tourist destination, and is one of the most beautiful of India’s coastal regions. Set in the west coast of India, Goa is a premier tourist spot.
The Leela Kempinski
The Leela Palace is well known for being one of the premium luxury tourism resorts in Goa. It is preferred by many and with its 75 acre luxury, 12 whole golf course, Ayurvedic spa treatments and similar comforts, The Leela Palace stands out and has a reputation as one of the grandest places to stay in Goa.
Where?
The Leela Palace is sandwiched between the Arabian Sea and the River Sal, in Cavelossim in the south of Goa. The premises are just two kilometers from Mobor and Varka beaches. The entire resort and hotel extends to 75 acres of land.
What makes The Leela special?
The Leela is characterized by an intermingling South Indian temple architecture with Portuguese influences thrown in. The buildings are mainly a bright pink in color, and surrounded by 75 acres of gardens and lagoons.
The Guestrooms
There are 185 guestrooms and suites in the whole of the Leela. The décor and atmosphere is has both traditional Indian as well as contemporary influences, All rooms have balconies with lagoon or golf course views. Marble bathrooms, parquetry floors and sunken bath tubs are included in some rooms. Amenities such as wireless internet access for a fee, plasma televisions and CD and DVD players,mini bars and refrigerators are included.
Things to do
Sports
The list of activities offered by the Leela is quite varied. There is a freeform pool, courts for tennis badminton and other racket sports, a miniature golf course with 12 holes. Water sports such as scuba diving and sailing
The Spa
Ayurvedic massages and therapies are offered at the Spa at The Leela. ”Shirodhara”
And warm stone massages are renowned. The spa also consists of yoga classes, steam rooms and a gymnasium.
Other features
The Leela boasts of a 24-hour casino. The business center is also open 24 hours. Conference facilities have the options of beach front barbeques and theme nights. A fishing village nearby, will offer opportunities to glance into the local life.
Also Goa has several historic churches, remembrances of Portuguese times. Margao,17 km from The Leela has several interesting Portuguese mansions.
Food
The Leela has four restaurants and provide an enriching and varied dining experience. They offer local Goan cuisine, from local Goan dishes to various international cuisines.
Thus The Leela is very much recommended, if luxury and superior comforts are what you are looking out for.
