I will be going to North Goa in November with my boyfriend and rather than staying at the usual hotels and resorts we are considering getting a beach hut. I saw it mentioned in a newspaper article, but there were not many details about the accommodation. I would like to know what beach huts are, what services and facilities they provide? Some suggestions of beach huts in North Goa would be great to know the costs as well. One of one concern I have about the beach huts is that is it safe to stay in them?
Hello and welcome to the forum! To put it simply, beach huts are cottages made of bamboo or wood, located just adjacent to the shores of the sea. Some beach huts provide just the basic amenities while other beach huts might go beyond and have even the amenities offered by higher-end hotels or resorts. A basic beach hut has an attached bathroom, electric fan and mattress. A mid-range beach hut might have beds, attached bathroom and even an air-conditioner. A luxury beach hut might have television, bed, private bathroom and air-conditioner. It all depends on what type of beach hut you book or reserve. Facilities also depend on the owner of the beach huts. Some are family owners who do provide meals for guests. Some are big companies that offer services like room service, housekeeping and others. Here are some beach huts along the different beaches in North Goa: Beach Huts in Arambol Beach 1. Yoga Village - Their beach huts are about 150 metres away from the Arambol Beach. The huts are shaded by palm trees which gives it a cooler temperature. The owner also has a small vegetarian cafe beside the huts. There's also a hall where you can do meditation or yoga, which the management also has courses for. The resort also offers airport pick-up and drop-off services for guests. Tariff - Double Bed Beach Hut at Rs. 500 to Rs. 700 per night during off-peak season and at Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 2,000 per night during peak season. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached bathroom, ceiling fan, mosquito net and ports for charging gadgets. Hotel Facilities - Reception services, restaurant, laundry services and transport pick-up/drop-off services. Address - Yoga Village, House No. 57, Girkarwada, Arambol, Goa 403524. Contact Number - +91 99214 37991. 2. Basho Huts and Cafe - This resort is located right on the shores of the Arambol Beach. Their beach huts are very simple and clean. They have a restaurant serving local and international cuisines. They also have yoga courses for guests. Tariff - Front Sea View Beach Hut at Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 2,300 per night during off-peak season and at Rs. 2,500 to Rs. 3,000 per night during peak season. Golden Beach Hut at Rs. 1,200 to Rs. 1,600 per night during off-peak season and at Rs. 1,600 to Rs. 2,500 per night during peak season. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached bathroom with 24 hours hot water supply, ceiling fan and private balcony. Hotel Facilities - Reception services, restaurant, laundry services, transport pick-up/drop-off services, yoga/meditation centre and luggage rack. Address - Basho Huts & Cafe, Arambol Beach, 403524, North Goa. Contact Number - +91 75075 00720. 3. Arambol Residensea - Their huts are just 50 metres away from the beach. They have huts with private bathrooms and common bathrooms. They also have AC Rooms for rent. Their restaurant offers local cuisines at an affordable price. Tariff - Bamboo Hut (Common Bathroom) at Rs. 600 to Rs. 1,150 per night and Bamboo Hut (Attached Bathroom) at Rs. 790 to Rs. 2,500 per night. The lower rates are for off-peak seasons. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached bathroom/common bathroom, ceiling fan and bed. Hotel Facilities - Reception services, restaurant, transport pick-up/drop-off services, WiFi and safety lockers. Address - Residensea Beach Huts & Rooms, Arambol Beach, Near Arambol Hammocks, Arambol, Goa. Contact Number - +91 98504 60766. Beach Huts in Mandrem/Ashvem Beach 1. Molly's Nest - Their beach huts are located right on Mandrem Beach. Their cottages and huts were made using natural and replenish able bamboo materials. They have a beach shack/restaurant which offers international and local cuisines. They also have yoga and meditation halls for guests as well as trained yoga practitioners. Tariff - Couple Cottage at Rs. 1,450 to Rs. 2,250 per night and Family Cottage at Rs. 2,700 to Rs. 4,500 per night. The lower rates are for off-peak seasons. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached bathroom, ceiling fan and bed. Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, meditation/yoga hall and sun beds. Address - Molly's Nest Goa, Junaswada, Mandrem Beach, Goa. Contact Number - +91 78757 50217. 2. Dolphin Beach Resort - This is a family-owned resort a few minutes away from the Mandrem Beach. Aside from their Bamboo Beach Hut, they also have Suite Rooms, Wooden Houses and Beach Houses. Their restaurant offers different cuisines, both local and international. Tariff - Bamboo Hut at Rs. 4,000 per night. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached Western style bathroom, ceiling fan, balcony and bed. Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, Ayurvedic massage centre, parking, WiFi, laundry services and safety deposit lockers. Address - Mandrem Beach, Junaswada, Mandrem, Pednem, Goa 403527. Contact Number - +91 98221 63886. 3. Shiva Sea Side Mandrem - Their huts are located very near the Mandrem Beach. They also accept online booking and payment. Their restaurant is multi-cuisine and serves delectable dishes. They can also assist guests in sightseeing tours. Tariff - Beach Hut at Rs. 1,000 to 3,000 per night. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached bathroom with 24 hours of hot/cold water, ceiling fan and bed. Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, laundry, car rental and travel desk. Address - Junas Vaddo, Mandrem Beach, North Goa District, Goa, 403527. Contact Number - +91 95522 02749. Beach Hut in Morjim Beach 1. Village Susegat - This is near the traditional fishing village of Morjim. Their beach huts are made using traditional materials. They also have a cafe/restaurant with Indian and European cuisines. Tariff - Beach Hut at Rs. 3,850 per night. Beach Hut Amenities - Attached bathroom with 24 hours of hot/cold water, ceiling fan, safety deposit box and bed. Hotel Facilities - Restaurant and reception. Address - Morjim Beach Road, Morjim, Goa 403512. Contact Number - (00) 919 850 451 922. I'm sure you can find more beach huts once you're there. Many of these beach hut owners don't have their own website so booking online isn't possible for them. But during off-peak season, it's quite easy to book a beach hut. It's generally safe to stay in a beach hut. These ones I've posted have 24 hours security personnel within the resort area so you're quite safe. Just make sure that you book a beach hut from a reputable company or owner. Alternatively, you can just stay with friends or families as there's greater security in numbers. I hope this helps.
