Fodor's Expert Review Alila Diwa Goa

Overlooking verdant rice plantations and the Arabian Sea, the Alila Goa is a cool open oasis of dark pitched roofs, breezy verandas, and serene courtyards. The first Indian venture for the Alila luxury chain, this stylish 12-acre resort is designed to soothe and indulge—whether through pampering ayurvedic or Balinese spa treatments, lounging by its lovely sea-facing infinity pool, going on custom local tours and activities, or catching a flick at its minimovie theater. The rooms all come with balconies and are fully loaded with modern luxury and high-tech amenities, including 40-inch LCD televisions. A shuttle service takes guests to and from nearby Cansolim Beach from sunrise until just after sunset.