Nilaya HermitagevsTaj Exotica Resort & Spa Goa
Both Nilaya Hermitage and Taj Exotica Goa are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Taj Exotica Goa is preferred by most writers compared to Nilaya Hermitage. Taj Exotica Goa is ranked #6 in Goa with positive reviews from 5 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Nilaya Hermitage
Arpora Bhati, Arpora 403518, India
From $733/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"Nilaya, which roughly translates to "a hidden dwelling," could not be more aptly named." Full review
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Nilaya's location is away from the beaches—in fact, visitors who choose to leave the hotel will require taxis to do almost anything.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The ultimate in Goan luxury, set 3km inland from the beach at Arpora, a stay here will see you signing the guestbook with Bollywood stars and the likes of Giorgio Armani, Sean Connery and Kate Moss." Full review
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Goa
Calwaddo, Benaulim 403716, India
From $224/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"This "beautiful coastal property" is set on 56 acres of tropical gardens and flower-lined patios along a stretch of Benaulim Beach." Full review
Fodor's
"Beside tranquil Benaulim Beach you'll find one of the most attractive places to stay in south Goa." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"rooms—each with a private veranda—in a Mediterranean-style complex set on a swath of Benaulim Beach.
Room to Book: Ground-floor guest rooms have their own garden access.
Doubles From $373." Full review
Jetsetter
"Colonial-style retreat with direct beach access, plus five restaurants and an award-winning spa." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Bollywood stars, sheiks and other celebs are known to stay at the Taj Exotica, one of Goa’s plushest resorts." Full review