Staying here offers another Goa entirely: a place of lazy mornings and long siestas, peaceful, elegant, and just a touch eccentric. Ahilya by the Sea feels less like a hotel and more like the retreat of a generous and worldly friend.
Travel + Leisure, June 2016...the Ahilya feels like an entirely different Goa. The hotel overlooks a delightful beach, but not one lined with bar shacks and sun loungers. Here, it's all about fishing boats and fishermen, villagers and gangly coconut palms... It is an oasis of privacy with lush tropical gardens, two pools buttressed by a sea wall.
Conde Nast Traveller (UK), April 2016Ditch the well-worn lunghis and head to this upmarket, grown-up version of Goa.
Condé Nast Traveler (US), March 2016The luscious pool is shaded by an overhanging banyan tree and the whole place is sunkissed and lush-gardened - an elegant celebration of location and homely lavishness.
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Hotels Own Introduction
A Secluded Coastal Hideaway
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Dolphin Bay, Ahilya by the Sea is an intimate and private retreat by the water. Just nine tastefully decorated rooms are spread across three independent villas, creating a relaxed, residential atmosphere enhanced by two beautiful swimming pools.
A Home with Heart
The sister property of the celebrated Ahilya Fort in Central India, Ahilya by the Sea carries forward the same philosophy of hospitality: the feeling of staying in a family home. Understated elegance, thoughtful details and a genuine warmth define the experience, inviting guests to slow down and savour the finer things in life.
Pools Framed by Nature
The Sunrise infinity pool is ideal for early-morning laps or unhurried afternoons spent drifting beneath open skies. The Sunset plunge pool offers a quieter moment, shaded by coconut palms and surrounded by pink and white frangipani—perfect for a leisurely dip as the day softens.
Cuisine with a Sense of Place
The Ahilya Experience is renowned for its exceptional cuisine. An à la carte menu blends Goan, Italian and French influences, complemented by a daily prix fixe highlighting the freshest catch of the day. Ingredients are sourced from local markets, and dining is always al fresco, set in a different atmospheric spot each evening.