Colva Beach in Goa
Colva beach in Goa is one of the popular destinations for tourists who love happening places and beaches. It is one of the famous beaches in south Goa and the closest beach destination to Margao railway station. The silver sand beach makes Colva beach a different hot spot for tourists. The long stretch of the beach with coconut and palm trees by the beach along the stretch enhances the natural beauty of the beach. Goa is mainly divided into two parts, north and south, if someone is looking forward to visit all popular and offbeat destinations from north to south Goa, I would suggest him to stay and lodge at Colva beach because it lies at central where from one can visit all the beaches in north Goa and south Goa along with other tourist destinations and offbeat destinations. Colva beach is equipped with all modern amenities and facilities for tourists. There are some superb beach resorts and hotels around Colva beach including the beautiful GTDC resort by the beach at a superb location.
Why will you stay at Colva?
There many reasons to stay and lodge by the Colva beach. I am trying to point out some reasons that would serve your interest.
- Colva beach is the closest beach to Margao railway station in Goa. It is just 8 km from the station to the beach.
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Colva beach has got resorts and hotels of all type and categories – budget, economy, luxury and deluxe. GTDC has got a resort here just by the beach at the Colva centre point at a superb location and view.
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There are water sports facilities in the beach. Many private agencies operate there and facilitate the tourists with all sorts of adventure water sports in the beach.
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There are so many shacks on the beach to spend time in leisure and get chilled with drinks. One can try various cuisines in these shacks. I would suggest trying Goanese dishes along with tiger prawns and crabs.
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There are two taxi stands and many private taxi operators just by the beach at the main crossing. One can hire vehicles from here to wander around the place, visit other beach destinations and spots.
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There are people by the beach who provide bikes on rental. You can hire a bike on full day basis or even hire that for the days you are in Goa.
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Colva beach lies at the central, north Goa beaches on one side and south Goa beaches on the other side. One can visit all the north Goa destinations and south Goa destinations from Colva beach. One can hire a vehicle or take a bike on rental on full day basis and visit all beach destinations including the remote beaches in both north and south Goa.
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There are several food joints, restaurants by the beach with multi cuisine facilities that provide all European, American and Indian dishes on table. You can order any dish from the menu of your choice and the food will be delivered shortly. I am a Bengali and I searched for Bengali restaurants and fortunately I found one there. “Kolkata Hotel & Restaurant” is a Bengali restaurant in Colva beach which serves some superb Bengali dishes.
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The market place is just by the beach. You can purchase your needs from there and even buy some Goa special products to gift your mates or friends.
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Colva beach is very beautiful beach with all happenings there. I must confess that it is not serene or tranquil. As it one of the popular beach destinations in Goa, tourists gather here from other parts of Goa.
Margao Railway station to Colva beach
Colva beach is just 8 km from Margao railway station. You can take an auto rickshaw and reserve it to reach Colva beach. It takes around Rs 100 an auto. 3 to 4 people can be accommodated in an auto rickshaw. One can also hire a vehicle from the only one prepaid taxi booth just outside the Margao railway station. It takes around Rs 350 for a vehicle. Time taken to reach Colva beach from Margao railway station is just around half an hour. The road is superb, well maintained and not too much of traffic.
Car rental or vehicle rental in Colva beach
One can hire vehicles on rent in Goa on a full day basis or kilometer basis. The base rate is Rs 1,800 (Innova, Qualis, Scorpio, Travera etc.) for 8 hours and 80 kilometers. For each extra kilometer after 80 kilometers is over, one need to pay Rs 14 per kilometer and for every extra hour you need to pay Rs 100. For example if you have traveled 120 kilometers and spend 10 hours then you need to pay:
The calculation to find the cost of hiring a vehicle: Rs 1.800 + (14*40) + (2*100) = Total
If you keep the vehicle at night after 12, you need to pay an extra Rs 200 to the driver.
Bike rental in Colva beach
One can take a bike on rental from Colva beach. It is Rs 150 for a Honda Activa and other Scotties, Rs 300 for Enticers, Pulsars etc. Bullet has got a higher price of Rs 400 approx. The price goes higher in peak seasons.
Colva Beach resorts and hotels
There are several beach resorts and hotels in Colva beach area. There are so many high end hotels and resorts, so many budget hotels too. Colva residency GTDC resort is a superb one to book in advance because it is hard to get booking there. The service is very good, the location is superb and the staffs are good too. I would suggest booking your stay here; if not feasible or available then you can opt for other hotels but except Colmar beach resort just beside GTDC resort. Colmar beach resort is third class hotel with very poor service and disgusting management. The resort is located in a fine location; the huts by the pool are good but service of the resort and behavior of the staffs count this resort in one of the poor resorts in Goa. You can go through the negative reviews of Colmar on Tripadvisor.
Thank you very much for such a detail discussion about Colva beach. I am going to stay at Colva in coming September. Is it possible to go to other beaches from Colva by bike at that time with my son of six years? I am asking this only for the weather condition of that time.
Thank you for reaching out to me. I have mailed you. Please check and revert back. I can surely help you with all details.
Where can hire two wheelers as per your information..(150-200 for activa) in colva ?
You can find 3-4 people near Colva beach who provide bikes/scooters on rent for a day or longer period. The one I hired from was located just opposite to Goa Tourism Property near the Colmar Beach resort. The cost would be Rs 250-300 per day.
I am planning for a honeymoon trip to GOA in december, from Kolkata.Planning to stay at Colva but Colmar being a bad option I would like to know if there are any other resort/hotels at the same type of beach location there, which will also provide a local sight seeing arrangements.
Also if it is necessary to go on a Package trip or self arranged trip (keeping in view the safety of a newly wed couple).
It is absolutely safe in Goa. No need to think on that. You can arrange your trips on your own. No need to go for packages. You can either hire a bike/scooty or a car and roam around. There are many hotels in and around Colva. Colva is not that expensive as other popular beaches. You canb also stay at the Goa Tourism property at Colva which is just by the beach. There are many good private hotels too.
What are the options to reach Colva beach from Doblim Airport by using public transport. I don’t want to spend my money on expensive taxis.
There are ready taxis available. I am not sure about any public transport.
I am planning to visit Colva beach in June first week .
Can in get good hotels and food in this period.
Also i am looking for bike rental.
Please suggest.
Hello! Let me convey my sincere apologies for not responding earlier. Wish I could help you with details for your Colva, Goa tour plan.
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