Renaissance Goa Hotel opens in North Goa, offering a lifestyle property focused on location, design, dining, and events.
Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott International’s lifestyle portfolio, has announced the opening of Renaissance Goa Hotel in North Goa. Located in the Arpora valley, the hotel offers access to North Goa’s prominent coastal areas, including Baga, Anjuna, and Vagator, while remaining set within a quieter inland landscape.
The 133-room hotel has been developed at the intersection of Goa’s active beach districts and its valley terrain, positioning it close to nightlife, markets, cafés, and adventure activities, yet removed from the more congested coastal stretches. The property’s design incorporates materials and motifs associated with Goa’s tropical environment, with botanical references, floral stonework, mosaic accents, and sculptural installations featured across public spaces. Art installations form focal points in the lobby, while dining areas and shared spaces are structured around natural light and greenery.
Guest rooms and suites follow a contemporary layout with locally inspired artwork and custom-designed elements. Family rooms face the surrounding valley, and bathrooms feature spacious configurations and modern fittings intended for extended stays.
Speaking on the opening, Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International, said, “The Renaissance Hotels brand is built on curiosity and the idea that travel is most rewarding when it truly connects guests to the distinct character and DNA of a destination. Goa has long captivated as one of India’s most enduring leisure destinations, offering a lighthearted familiarity and an accessible choice for both planned getaways and spontaneous adventures. As we continue to expand our lifestyle portfolio across India, Goa remains central to our leisure growth strategy, with a focus on neighbourhood-led experiences, innovative design, and a style of exploration that today’s travellers seek.”
In line with the Renaissance Hotels brand framework, the property offers a Navigator programme, through which designated staff assist guests with neighbourhood-based recommendations and locally rooted experiences. These include visits to Divar Island, heritage walks through Fontainhas, home-hosted meals, and introductions to regional food and beverage traditions.
The hotel features multiple dining venues, including an all-day restaurant serving international and regional cuisine, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, a rooftop pool bar, and a lobby lounge. These spaces transition between daytime dining and evening social use, supported by scheduled bar rituals and music programming.
Renaissance Goa also includes close to 8,000 square feet of event space, comprising a ballroom and adaptable meeting rooms designed for weddings, social events, and corporate gatherings, supported by integrated technology and flexible layouts.
The hotel participates in Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s loyalty programme, enabling members to earn and redeem points across the company’s global portfolio. The opening adds to the expanding landscape of lifestyle hotels in North Goa, reflecting continued demand for accommodation that combines access to key destinations with lower-density settings.
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