Bali Vibes For The Cost Of Goa, This New Art Hotel In Anjuna Is The Place To Be At

Even as you admire the Bali-esque grand structure from the outside, nothing really prepares you for what lies inside this boutique hotel, splashed with art and imagination at every corner.

Anamiva

Plunge right into the lively Goan ambiance of flea markets, full-moon parties, at this out-of-box accommodation in Goa. Brighten up your vacay with a dash of art and pampering as you explore the Anjana Beach scene at this luxurious stay on your next Goa trip.

Where:

House 259/2 & 1259/3, Survey Number 509/1A, Gaonwadi, Badez, 403509 Anjuna.

Ideal for:

Couples and families who are looking for a lavish yet unique stay in Goa without burning a hole in their pocket.

About the property:

Anamiva in Sanskrit means ‘home’ or ‘happy state’ and this vedic or Indian interpretation is a recurring theme you’ll notice in every part of the décor. Hindu animal totems such as a pair of elephants at the entrance, a frog spouting water in the front lawn, a fish by the pool and staircased waterfalls at the entrance’s glass doors that meander all the way up to the pool across the restaurant.

From natural stones and furniture sourced from Moradabad, Rajasthan and Gujarat to the jaali wall patterns running across the hotel's exterior, the lobby and even inside the bathrooms, add to this Indie-vibe. The ones with a keen eye will also mark the chic usage of copper in their accessories, as well as thalis fitted into coffee tables and spherical tea boxes.

The brain-child of a Delhi-based painter "Anita Lamba", Anamiva doubles up as a gallery that showcases the growing art of young talent scouted by the Museum of Goa.

This artsy and Instagrammable hotel is a project with ambitious plans and offers high-end facilities including a pristine tropical-themed pool. At the highest point of the multi-level resort, is the open-air Yana wellness center that will soon offer Thai, Balinese and Ayurveda spa experiences and also feature Goa’s first microbrewery, which will serve local Goan brews.

Rooms:

With 23 opulent and edgy rooms and, penthouse suites, this place can surely give many well-known franchises a run for their money!

Every room is adorned with fascinating interiors and inventive furniture, a beautiful ensuite bathroom, comfy king-sized bed, and a small sit-out area. The upbeat suites also come with a gorgeous balcony and a bathtub that is #BathGoals.

Wake up to lush green forest-views and fall asleep to the colourful flamboyant walls. Each of the rooms also comes well-equipped with a TV, WiFi, wardrobe, electric kettles and the works. As for the designer suites, grey, beige and red stones differentiate the rooms into base, premium and deluxe categories respectively. The last but not the least are four stunning premium penthouses with floor-to-ceiling wall murals, and private terraces.

Food:

There are two in-house eateries to satisfy all your hunger cravings. The first Pão Café, is named after Goa’s staple bread, and the other a fine-dining restaurant called the MOYO Kitchen.

Since Anamiva’s reception is set within the Pão Café, you can unwind with a creamy cold coffee while the front desk staff checks you in.

Pro-Tip: Even if you aren’t staying at Anamiva, you can hang out at the Pão Café for some lip-smacking snacks and mini-meals. Many guests recommend the fish and chips and pan-fried noodles here.

Next across the step-terraces carved into the hillock of Anamiva lies Moyo, their pool-facing restaurant that is set on three levels. It serves an interesting mix of local Goan, North Indian, Italian, and continental cuisines along with fast-food and cocktails.

Highlights:

1. The location: The hotel is a five-minute walk to Anjuna beach. Anjuna in North Goa gets a lot of things right it is relatively secluded, yet close to adventurous water sports, hosts popular party scenes and pretty flea markets. It’s also a short ride away to several attractions such as Chapora Fort, Albuquerque Mansion and Mascarenhas Mansion.

2. All the rooms feature beautiful handpicked furniture, unique artwork and get plenty of natural light.