Lemon Tree Amarante Beach Reso

( 3 stars , Goa , India )

Location: The Lemon Tree Hotel Amarante Beach Resort is located 50 meters from Candolim beach in North Goa. It is in close proximity to an array of shacks, souvenir and curio shops in the area. Panjim is at 13 kms, Thivim railway station is at 30 kms and the airport is approximately 41 km away. The Lemon Tree Hotel Amarante Beach Resort is spread across two acres in the heart of North Goa. Operational since December 2006, the theme of the entire hotel reflects the grandeur of once upon a time Portuguese Goa as evident from the various medieval motifs that dot the hotel. On entering the hotel, you are welcomed by a mosaic tiled fountain with a grandiose wooden beamed porch with hanging lights in the backdrop where the stained glass windows of the lobby area can also be seen. The open lobby and reception area boasts of a high domed ceiling with wooden beams and a wrought iron chandelier in the center. The interior includes tall terracotta planters, plenty of seating alcoves with period furniture and swords and shields with a coat of arms design on the walls. Stained glass windows envelope this large space while hand painted tiles, lampshades and the other accessories reflect past Portuguese glory. Rooms: The Lemon Tree Hotel Amarante Beach Resort has 65 rooms of which there are 29 Garden rooms, 15 Pavilion rooms, 14 Plaza rooms and a Terrace Studio room, besides a Heritage block that has 2 Heritage rooms, 3 Heritage Studio rooms and a Heritage Suite. Of the 65 rooms, four are exclusive non-smoking rooms and one room is designed to accommodate the needs of physically challenged individuals.The interiors of all the rooms are similar with the coat of arms theme and are furnished with double or twin beds, a large wardrobe, a study table and a seating area. All rooms have a workstation with ergonomic chair; Wi-Fi/ broadband internet access, international direct dial telephone, satellite television, DVD players (on request), refrigerator, tea/coffee maker with complimentary amenities, complimentary mineral water, complimentary newspaper, shaving mirror, 8-inch thick mattress, plush bath linen and premium quality bed linen. Both the Plaza and Pavillion rooms can be found on the first floor of the hotel. The Plaza rooms do not have balconies but the Pavillion rooms do. While the bathrooms of the Plaza rooms have shower enclosures with mosaic tiles, a rain showerhead, essential toiletries and a hair dryer, the bathrooms of the Pavillion rooms have bathtubs. The Garden rooms on the ground floor are also similar with the major difference being a private garden with a seating area for guests. Guests of the Terrace Suite on the first floor have the luxury of their own private terrace. The suite has a seating area with an elaborate bar console with a wine rack and a 21 inch flat screen television atop it. The bedroom area has a large king-size bed with side tables and a study table. The bathroom is in keeping with the largeness of the suite. In the center is a washbasin surrounded by a long granite counter; on the left there is a spacious wooden wardrobe and on the right there is a separate glass shower area and a bathtub with a hand shower. There is an abundant supply of linen and toiletries including shampoo, soap, moisturizer, a dental kit and a hair dryer.The Heritage block was originally an old Portuguese mansion that has been converted into a luxurious private villa with five rooms and a double-decker suite. There is also a kitchenette and dining area and a living area with a large plasma screen television. The major highlight is a private swimming pool and butler service. This space is ideal for larger groups and families. Dining: Dining outlets at Lemon Tree Hotel Amarante Beach Resort include Citrus Cafe, the poolside mult- cuisine coffee shop, and Republic of Noodles, Pan-Asian cuisine restaurant. The pool has an attached swim up bar, Mango Bar, which serves snacks and beverages as well. Hotel Facilities: The hotel has a fully equipped meeting room, Tangerine that can accommodate up to 40 people in theatre style along with a business centre with internet connectivity, a fax machine, photocopier and printer. LCD projectors and other conferencing equipment is also available here. Recreation options include a mango-shaped swimming pool surrounded by deck chairs, a pool table in the coffee shop and an activity centre for children with tiled chess and ludo boards on the floor. Other hotel services include a travel desk, laundry service, DVD library and chargeable Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the property. The hotel also has a Spa called Fresco, which offers a whole range therapies and treatments; as well as a Salon. Don't Miss: Explore the hotel and discover treasures in all corners. Especially charming are the palm fringed walkways and lawns with Spanish fountains. The architecture is charming with arched loggias, stained glass windows and alcoves decorated with stone and water all around, evoking a romantic ambience.