expert opinions

Foot print south India handbook (Robert & Roma Brandnock)

Bhaktikutir
Over the hill at the southern end, T 643469 / 72. 11 “ cabanas”, varying sizes, I imaginatively and sympathetically built with local materials, all with mosquito nets, common shower and organic toilets, away from beach and very quiet, emphasizing peace and meditation. Recommended.

The Rough Guide To India (Fourth Edition) by Bill Bryson.

BK : on the headland above Colom fishing village T 0832/2643469 /72
bhaktikutir@yahoo.com homely, eco-friendly thatched village huts equipped with western amenities (including completely biodegradable chemical toilets), in a secure, leafy compound five minutes` walk from the south end of Palolem beach. Beautifully situated and sensitively designed to blend with the landscape by German – Goan owners.

Lonely Planet Goa (tropical trances & tranquil retreats)

Phone. 2643469, fax 2643211, in the coconut grove above the southern end of the beach, is an interesting place to stay. Its been designed as an ‘ecofriendly health and nature resort’ and the 18 attractive thatched huts and cottages certainly blend well with the peaceful location. Run by an Indian –German couple, there’s a range of accommodation for around Rs. 1000 at the height of the season, or Rs. 500 to Rs. 900 in October and March.

Places to Eat:- BK has a good restaurant serving tasty fish dishes like black snapper garlic fry (Rs. 70) and frighteningly healthy drinks such as wheat grass juice (Rs. 25)

Foot Print India Handbook (Robert & Roma Brandnock)

Bhaktikutir, over the hill at the southern end, T 2643472 F 2643469. 21 “cabanas”, varying sizes, own bath and compost toilet, sympathetically built with local materials mosquito nets, excellent wholesome food, away from the beach and very quiet, emphasizing peace and meditation (yoga, Tai chi classes) and plenty to occupy children. Very relaxing, highly recommended.
Eating: Mid rang bhaktikutir: tasty western dishes, home grown organic produce and fresh juices, very pleasant relaxed seating away from the beach and loud sound system. Recommended.

Goa Handbook Footprint ( Robert & Roma Bradnock)

Bhaktikutir : (eating)
Serves tasty western dishes, home green organic produce and fresh juices in a very pleasant relaxed setting away from the beach and loud sound system, one of the best in Palolem.