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Aldeia Santa Rita - A Little Treasure
The Adeia Santa Rita is a quite superb little hotel with a 3* rating and 5* service.
We stayed in a 'Colonial' room which featured bathrobes/slippers fridge/stocked minibar and a private sun terrace. The room was basic and simply decorated but was clean and very quickly felt comfortable.
We were all-inclusive but fully intended to eat out frequently. This we never achieved even once. The quality of food was better than the last 5* hotel we stayed at in Mexico. Twice weekly 'a la carte' menus offered several pages of options freshly cooked to order whilst 'sizzler' and 'kebab' nights added variety to the buffet evenings.
Breakfast included eggs made to order and was simple but provided enough options for most. Lunch was buffet style but often included a gem or two worthy of any dinner menu. Entertainment was nightly and varied. The quality wasn't exactly Vegas but was appreciated none the less. The hotel is at the quieter end of the Candolim Rd and is a short walk to the beach using a pathway at the back.
The compact nature of the hotel and beautifully maintained gardens give it a cosy feel. The pool is on the smaller side but is set in a lovely tree shaded spot with enough sunbeds and towels to go around.
We took our 10 year old daughter and she virtually lived in the pool.
What sets this tranquil hotel apart is the staff. They are brilliant.
Friendly,great with kids,very efficient and very helpful. Goa itself is a wonderful blend of bedlam, beauty, tranquility and vibrancy. It's whatever you want it to be. It was our first visit but we will return. We loved riding and washing elephants, visiting temples and churches, exploring the jungle and its wildlife and simply soaking up the atmosphere and witnessing a way of life and culture that is constantly fascinating. We can recommend the Aldiea Santa Rita to anyone wanting a peaceful, relaxing hotel with quality service and great food.
