Resorte Marinha Dourada a 3-star resort is located in the scenic village of Arpora just minutes away from the famous Baga beach. The resort has been awarded the Thomson Holidays, U.K. Gold Award for Best Accomodation in 1997, 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2006. It has also been awarded Govt. of India Toursim Award for Outstanding performance in 1998-1999. The facilities and amenities are designed to give one the ultimate in comfort and luxury. The first thing that should strike you about the Marinha Dourada is the peace and tranquility. Set in serene surroundings the atmosphere remains cool even in hot summers. To ease the pressures of life and the hustle and bustle of cities the Marinha Dourada is the ideal choice. Echoes from the past are apparent in the décor of the resort. The architecture brings Portuguese Goa in the resort. The red masonry stone arch at the entrance radiates a welcoming grace. A complimentary transfer from the hotel to Baga beach and back is provided although a walk is surely recommended to sample the beauty around. Just to remind you that 90% of our clientele are repeat guests. To tickle your palate the resort has multicuisine restaurant A VARANDA which has live music at least 4 times in the week. Being located overlooking the pool with an excellent view of the palm fringed lake the effect is charming. The resort has 2 outdoor bars - AGOR (poolside bar) And BARRACUDA open till late. Besides lively theme parties, barbeque and sizzler evenings all outdoors between the two lakes with fire eaters, folk dancers, serenades and live band spice up your holiday experience. Coupled with our Play Area/Play Stations we have swimming pools, Massage and Beauty Parlor, Gym, Jacuzzi and Steam. Besides we have boating facilities on our lakes. The resort also offers an array of indoor games like pool, table-tennis, carom, etc. Our conference facilities measure upto international standards and handled with routine efficiency. Both the air-conditioned halls have capacity of 300 & 150 pax theatre style. Our covered event pace has a capacity of 650 pax theatre style. Our boutique A Loja sells a variety of items from film rolls to leather goods. We also have an in-house tailor and a gold smith too. CONFERENCE & SECRETARIAL SERVICES BANQUETS / CONFERENCES / MEETINGS We have successfully organized special functions for our guests in the past. With our experience and facilities we can cater for small, elegant dinners, meetings, seminars or large extravagant galas and conferences at any choice of venue. We have 2 air-conditioned conference halls with capacity to accommodate 300 pax theatre style and the second hall for 150 pax. Besides for bigger groups of upto 650 pax we have a fully covered event place. WEDDINGS & BANQUET PARTIES We have an excellent venue between the lakes with lawns on either side of the dance floor. With lighting the whole area has an enchanting look and moreover can cater for upto 1000 guests. There is ample space for setting the outdoor bar and the buffet. For smaller groups we have another outdoor venue on the lawns complete with gazebos and the views around are amazing. We can also have parties and weddings our air-conditioned banquet hall. NEWSPAPERS Local and national newspapers are available in the lobby every morning. You can order for your own newspaper at a nominal charge. Please contact reception. PHOTOGRAPHY Film rolls are available at the resort shop. Your films can be developed and printed through reception within 24 hours. Photographer can also be arranged through reception. RECREATION & LEISURE SWIMMING POOLS We have a total of 3 pools on the premises. The large pool next to the restaurant measures 14mts.in length & 7 mts.in breadth. Next to it is the kiddies pool which is 2 ft. in depth. In the annexe the pool measures 20mts.in length and 6.5mts.in breadth and is 4.7 ft. in depth. Pool towels are available at the Health Club. Sunbeds with cushioned mats are provided free of cost. To protect you from the sun, parasols can be requested free of cost. BOATING On the resort lake we have row boats and pedal boats which could be hired at a nominal charge through reception. Please ensure you collect your receipt before taking the boats. FISHING Sea and river fish abide in our lakes some of them really big. Angling is permitted provided you have your own fishing equipment. Non-residents must pay for this facility. PLAY AREA- SALINA First of its kind in Goa. The natural surroundings make it even more enjoyable and lively. Wide array of PLAY STATION games, besides an aquarium, life size animals like dinosaurs, caves, a small cafeteria, imported and safe lightweight play equipment etc. add to the excitement to keep your kids happy and in safe hands. Parties and events could also be arranged here, besides it is ideal for vocational vacations. BIRDWATCHING The resort is a popular bird-watchers haunt. Regular bird-watchers claim to have spotted around 100 species of birds around the resort, the hills and marshes nearby. Atmosphere very conducive for bird-watching besides flexible restaurant timings especially for bird-watchers early morning trips. HEALTH & BEAUTY HEALTH CLUB Located by the side of the Tennis Court near the restaurant. GYMNASIUM Well equipped gym located in our Health Club. Reasonably good for those who like to keep in touch with their regular fitness regimes. Open from 0730 hrs. to 2000 hrs. This service is free of charge for all residents. JOGGING AND WALKING TRACK A walk or a jog at dawn or dusk on our walking track amidst the invigorating atmosphere is definite to do a world of good for your health. JACUZZI For a relaxing aqua massage please make your appointment at the Health Club. There is a nominal charge but it is highly recommended. STEAM ROOM Open between 0900 to 1800 hrs. Please make a prior appointment at least 2 hrs. in advance with the Health Club for a nominal charge. MASSAGE For a relaxing massage please make your appointment well in advance at the Beauty Parlor. We have experienced and skilled male and female masseurs. BEAUTY PARLOR Located near the restaurant. Well trained and skilled beauticians attend to your requests for haircuts, hairstyling and setting, manicure, pedicure, facials etc. Open between 0900 to 1900 hrs. Please make your appointments in advance. FOLLOWING ARE THE SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE BEAUTY PARLOR 1. HAIR-DO - ( ROLLER SET , HAIR WASH , BLOW DRY) 2. HAIR COLOUR - ( CHOICE OF GARNIER OR GODREJ HAIR DYES) 3. HAIR BRAIDING - ( CHOICE OF FRENCH BRAIDS OR FINE BRAIDS) 4. HENNA - ( RATES FOR LONG,MEDIUM & SHORT HAIR) 5. HAIR CUT / HAIR TRIM 6. SHAVE 7. BLEACHING - ( ARMS / FACE) 8. BODY MASSAGE - ( HEAD OR BACK OR LEGS OR FULL BODY) ( COCONUT OIR OR AYURVEDIC OIL) 9. WAXING - ( FULL LEGS / HALF LEGS / ARMS / UNDER ARMS / BIKINI LINE) 10. THREADING - ( FACE / EYEBROWS / UPPER LIP) 11. MANICURE / PEDICURE / NAIL POLISH 12. TATOO - ( CHARGES AS PER SIZE & DESIGN) SHOPPING A LOJA ( BOUTIQUE CUM BOOK SHOP) Sells daily use items like film rolls, maps, toiletries, post cards, stamps, books, gifts, souvenirs, chocolates and other miscellaneous items. You could also pickup anything from a wide section of garments, readymade clothes, swimwear, ties, wood carvings, paper mashie, leather goods, handicrafts and besides a selection of imported items too. Open from 0900 hrs to 2100 hrs. IN HOUSE TAILOR Located in one section of the shop. You can have your choice of trousers, suits, skirts etc. tailored according to your choice from a wide range of Indian and foreign designer brochures. Open from 0900 hrs. to 2100 hrs. IN HOUSE GOLDSMITH Located in the lobby (reception area). Open from 0800 hrs to 2300 hrs.with a lunch break from 1300 hrs to 1700 hrs. Gold ornaments of the highest quality and precious stones like diamonds, rubies , sapphire etc. can be ordered according to your tastes from a wide variety displayed besides you could make to order from the design of your choice. Certificates guaranteeing the authenticity of the valuables purchased could be obtained on request. TRAVEL & SIGHTSEEING SHUTTLE SERVICE Free shuttle service to Baga beach and back is available daily from 0900 hrs.to 1800 hrs. from the resort entrance (main gate). TAXI SERVICE Private taxis especially meant for our guests are permitted to use our parking area to ply their trade. The taxi drivers have to follow the rules and regulations laid down by the resort management. The taxi rates are available with reception and hence guests do not have the hassle of being overcharged. SIGHT-SEEING & OTHER INFORMATION Please get in touch with Reception in case you need a mini-coach or a bus for sight-seeing at least 12 hrs. in advance. We will also help you chalk out an itinerary for your stay so that you are able to see all that is on offer in Goa. TRAVEL ENQUIRIES For your flight / train / bus or any other travel enquiry please contact our reception. We can arrange tickets for the different modes of transport. HOUSE DOCTOR / SECURITY / EMERGENCY DOCTOR ON CALL We have a panel of doctors on call. Besides specialists - orthopedic , dentist, E.N.T and Eye specialist could be recommended. MEDICINES First Aid items are available at the reception. Prescribed medicines can be arranged from the chemist shops in the vicinity through the hotel reception. SECURITY We have 24 hours (round the clock) security within the hotel premises. We request you to avoid keeping money and valuables in your room and would be greatly obliged if you could use our Safe Deposit Lockers which are available through Reception at a nominal charge. SAFETY RESORTE MARINHA DOURADA is made up of many open buildings with numerous exit points within close reach of the rooms. There is a fire evacuation plan fixed on the back of the main door. ENVIRONMENT We are eco-friendly and care for nature. We have devised a number of schemes that could help save the environment in a small way. We have our own sewage treatment plant which treats the sewage by converting it into water which is used for watering our gardens. We segregate our garbage before it is sent for disposal. Plastic drives are held often outside the hotel to keep the area plastic free. We have a drinking water dispenser in our poolside bar where you could refill your bottles when required. In the rooms we have a card on the T.V. requesting guests to save water by not wasting it and postponing change of room linen in case it is reasonably clean. Besides if guests do not need air-conditioning in the rooms we advise them to use the fan which is definitely more healthy. Distances from the resort: 2 kms.from Baga beach 7 kms. from Mapusa 15 kms. from Tivim Railway Station 15 kms. from Panaji (Capital of Goa) 42 kms. from Airport