Beleza by the Beach

This resort has the potential to be good as it looks well, has a decent pool area and the rooms are well proportioned. There is just something missing in the fine detail of running a resort. Breakfast was decent but we found dinners disappointing, particularly the risotto which was delivered cold and then seemingly microwaved when we pointed this out. We attended a Sao Joao pool celebration which was a bit disappointing, it supposedly started at 12.30 but decorations were still going up at 1pm. Most disappointing was when we arrived very early due to a night train arriving four hours early but we’re not offered as much as a glass of water and when we asked if our bags could be stored whilst we purchased breakfast we were told no and just to eat poolside. Saying that most other staff we dealt with were friendly.

Meghrai was an absolute superstar he was so helpful always willing to assist us with any matter,food,drink,making sure our stay was on point He made us feel so important Especially when we had our romantic meal on the beach Meghrai mad that night one off our best nights at the hotel truly a remarkable young ***

At the end of our 3 week trip through India and Nepal, we wanted to relax for the last 3 days in Goa - Beleza by the Beach exceeded our expectations. Wanting a relax time, with excellent service, we decided on a boutique hotel in South Goa. We couldn’t have discovered a better place. Sandwiched between a rice paddy on one side, and the ocean on the other, it was both tranquil and fun. The restaurant was the best hotel restaurant of our trip. The menu was varied and all of the options looked wonderful. The seafood tasted like it was just taken from the ocean. We had a 2.5 lobster, tiger prawns, and sea bass - prepared perfectly. Chalton - our personal bartender and server - made us feel so welcome. The Peoples Beer he suggested for us, and the cocktails he made with the local gin and Feni, were so much fun! The beautiful Indian wedding - where everyone was so welcoming and gracious - was an added bonus. We had front row seat both nights, while dining in the restaurant, to watch the celebration and service. We cannot say enough good things about Beleza By the Sea - the beach is quiet with a lifeguard - the pools clean and fresh. Our room and the grounds were so clean. The director of housekeeping - Salvo - and our room attendant Frederick - did a wonderful job. The breakfast and staff were perfect. We enjoyed the fresh juice and milkshakes, omelets and Dosa made on site and the many Indian dishes. Vishka was a sweet hostess, she welcomed us each morning, and tried to get us a table on the patio overlooking the Rice Paddy each morning. Thanks Beleza for the special stay!