Mercure Goa Devaaya Resort - An Accor Hotels Brand - Malar

4-star Ayurveda wellness resort on Divar Island

Rooms & Accommodations

Mercure Goa Devaaya Resort offers 56 rooms overlooking the Mandovi River and surrounding paddy fields. Accommodations include master suites and villas designed in Indo-Portuguese style with traditional decor. Each room opens to a private balcony with tropical views.

Amenities & Recreation

The Devaaya Resort maintains an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a jogging track set on 5 acres of grounds. Guests can borrow badminton equipment, bicycles, and fishing rods, or join cycling tours, table tennis, and darts in the games room. A dedicated indoor play area and kids' outdoor play equipment keep younger guests occupied.

Wellness & Spa

The on-site Ayurveda and Spa centre known as 'Veda' provides holistic treatments overseen by full-time doctors. Services include body scrubs, wraps, facials, manicures, pedicures, and a sauna. Specialized wellness programs target stress relief and rejuvenation for guests seeking a health-focused stay.

Dining

Mercure Devaaya Goa runs two restaurants, including a riverside eatery serving international cuisine and fresh seafood sourced from the nearby sluice gate. The Paani Pourri restaurant overlooks the pool and offers a buffet with Indian and Goan dishes, plus an egg station and South Indian specialties. A lounge bar provides wine, champagne, and mocktails, while themed dinner nights and happy hour are organized regularly.

Location & Experiences

The resort sits on Divar Island, accessible only by a short public ferry from Old Goa, keeping the property away from tourist crowds. Nearby attractions include the historic churches of Old Goa and scenic Mandovi River spots. Guests can arrange walking tours, bicycle rentals, boat trips for mangrove safari, and crocodile sightseeing along the river.

• Location: Secluded island accessible by ferry, near Old Goa churches
• Rooms: 56 Indo-Portuguese style rooms with river and paddy views
• Dining: Riverside restaurant, Paani Pourri, themed dinner nights
• Wellness: Ayurveda centre Veda with full-time doctors and holistic treatments
• Activities: Fishing, cycling, mangrove boat tour, table tennis, darts

License number: HOTN003038