ITC Grand Goa, Luxury Collection Resort & Spa - India [ Master Thread]
Nov 20, 2018, 10:10 am
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ITC Grand Goa, Luxury Collection Resort & Spa - India [ Master Thread]
Marriott press release:
The Luxury Collection Unveils Its 13th Opening With ITC Hotels | Marriott News Center
Excerpt:
"The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of ITC Grand Goa, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, on Arossim beach in Cansaulim, South Goa. The resort’s village-styled architecture draws inspiration from the region’s Indo-Portuguese heritage, blending classical elegance with a distinctive regional allure. The Luxury Collection’s hotels across India are renowned for their award-winning dining options, and ITC Grand Goa is no exception, offering six signature dining experiences that bring to life the colors and flavors of the destination. The 252-room resort will also feature expansive indoor and outdoor meeting & banquet spaces as well as a spa showcasing time-honored Indian wellness principles through a curated menu of treatments and services. Set amongst 45 lushly-landscaped acres, with direct access to the pristine Arossim beach, ITC Grand Goa embraces the captivating culture of Goa.
Guestrooms and suites feature private outdoor spaces with balconies or patios providing picturesque views of the Arabian Sea, lush gardens, lagoons as well as a multi-level swimming pool...six signature dining venues, including: Kebabs & Kurries, showcasing traditional Indian styles of cooking; Tempero (Portuguese: Seasoning), featuring distinct influences in Goan cuisine; Ottimo, featuring regional Italian cuisine; and Pavilion at the Market Place, an all-day dining venue blending Indian and inventive international cuisines. Guests can soak in panoramic views of the Arabian Sea at The Royal Afghan, a seaside barbecue and grill, and enjoy the finest indigenous and international spirits at Farol (Portuguese: Lighthouse), a multi-level poolside bar.....The hotel’s indigenous 36,000 sq. ft. spa., Kaya Kalp, The Royal Spa, is set amidst the tranquil environs of the resort and features 16 spa suites and signature treatments that infuse traditional Indian and international therapies.
Hotel website:
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/trav...t-and-spa-goa/
No exec lounge. Currently no category listed yet.
"Nestled in serene south Goa, amidst lush 45 acres of landscaped gardens, swaying coconut palms and shimmering lagoons - the ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa (erstwhile Park Hyatt Resort & Spa Goa), with direct access to the pristine Arossim beach, provides all the ingredients for an invigorating or intimate relaxed getaway. This beach-side, village-styled resort's architecture draws inspiration from the Indo-Portuguese vintage and blends classical elegance with a distinctive regional allure that's infused in its service, cuisine, rituals and more - promising a truly immersive experience. The resort offers 6 signature food and beverage outlets along with multiple outdoor & indoor venues for bespoke banqueting, special events and weddings. Spread across 36,000 sq. ft of tropical bliss , Kaya Kalp - The Royal Spa weaves its own brand of magic on mind, body and soul. The state-of-the-art fitness center is open 24 hours geared to meet all lifestyle and fitness goals. The swimming pool is also a delightful surprise."
The Luxury Collection Unveils Its 13th Opening With ITC Hotels | Marriott News Center
Excerpt:
"The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of ITC Grand Goa, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, on Arossim beach in Cansaulim, South Goa. The resort’s village-styled architecture draws inspiration from the region’s Indo-Portuguese heritage, blending classical elegance with a distinctive regional allure. The Luxury Collection’s hotels across India are renowned for their award-winning dining options, and ITC Grand Goa is no exception, offering six signature dining experiences that bring to life the colors and flavors of the destination. The 252-room resort will also feature expansive indoor and outdoor meeting & banquet spaces as well as a spa showcasing time-honored Indian wellness principles through a curated menu of treatments and services. Set amongst 45 lushly-landscaped acres, with direct access to the pristine Arossim beach, ITC Grand Goa embraces the captivating culture of Goa.
Guestrooms and suites feature private outdoor spaces with balconies or patios providing picturesque views of the Arabian Sea, lush gardens, lagoons as well as a multi-level swimming pool...six signature dining venues, including: Kebabs & Kurries, showcasing traditional Indian styles of cooking; Tempero (Portuguese: Seasoning), featuring distinct influences in Goan cuisine; Ottimo, featuring regional Italian cuisine; and Pavilion at the Market Place, an all-day dining venue blending Indian and inventive international cuisines. Guests can soak in panoramic views of the Arabian Sea at The Royal Afghan, a seaside barbecue and grill, and enjoy the finest indigenous and international spirits at Farol (Portuguese: Lighthouse), a multi-level poolside bar.....The hotel’s indigenous 36,000 sq. ft. spa., Kaya Kalp, The Royal Spa, is set amidst the tranquil environs of the resort and features 16 spa suites and signature treatments that infuse traditional Indian and international therapies.
Hotel website:
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/trav...t-and-spa-goa/
No exec lounge. Currently no category listed yet.
"Nestled in serene south Goa, amidst lush 45 acres of landscaped gardens, swaying coconut palms and shimmering lagoons - the ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa (erstwhile Park Hyatt Resort & Spa Goa), with direct access to the pristine Arossim beach, provides all the ingredients for an invigorating or intimate relaxed getaway. This beach-side, village-styled resort's architecture draws inspiration from the Indo-Portuguese vintage and blends classical elegance with a distinctive regional allure that's infused in its service, cuisine, rituals and more - promising a truly immersive experience. The resort offers 6 signature food and beverage outlets along with multiple outdoor & indoor venues for bespoke banqueting, special events and weddings. Spread across 36,000 sq. ft of tropical bliss , Kaya Kalp - The Royal Spa weaves its own brand of magic on mind, body and soul. The state-of-the-art fitness center is open 24 hours geared to meet all lifestyle and fitness goals. The swimming pool is also a delightful surprise."
Nov 20, 2018, 11:12 am
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Thanks for sharing, Sharon. This ITC was, until quite recently, the Park Hyatt Goa—until an ownership squabble led to the change in ownership and concomitant management switch to ITC. In case anyone was wondering. 
Nov 20, 2018, 3:24 pm
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I was hoping to stay here in Feb, but the cash prices seem awfully high for India! Waiting to see what category it gets assigned to. Hopefully nothing higher than a 5.
Dec 3, 2018, 4:18 pm
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I‘ve been there 2017 to burn my last Hyatt points. Great beach and very good for families and Indian weddings. Nice to have it in the chain because my two young boys loved it. Without children or an Indian bride I would probably think twice about staying at this place.
Jan 18, 2019, 1:07 pm
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I thought the pictures look familiar. I really didn’t like the Park Hyatt I prefer the grand Hyatt
Jan 20, 2020, 2:29 pm
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I stayed at this property several times when it was a Park Hyatt, and they seem to have stepped up their game a bit. The restaurants in particular are better. We really enjoyed the Italian place (Ottimo), and that's saying a lot from someone who lives near a large number of great Italian restaurants.
Jan 22, 2020, 4:05 am
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I was there in September as well.
My review is here - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/31516879-post7.html
My review is here - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/31516879-post7.html