Accor has inked a management contract with Dangayach Group to develop two new luxury hotels in Goa’s booming tourism market in India.
Raffles Hotels & Resorts will open the Raffles Goa Shiroda, a resort featuring 120 luxury villas set across 27+ acres. The hotel will share a beachfront club on the Arabian coast with the 56+ acre, 400-room Fairmont Goa Shiroda. Both destinations are planned to open by 2030.
“We are delighted to bring the elegant aesthetic of Raffles, and Fairmont’s passion for turning moments into special memories, to the vibrant shores of Goa, expanding our footprint in India and bolstering Accor’s position as one of the largest international hotel groups in the market,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles and Fairmont.
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“This dual-branded project presents a wonderful opportunity to grow our luxury hospitality offerings in the region, and to work with Dangayach Group, an exceptional and well-established partner. Together, we are confident that these new luxury resorts will add excitement and new frontiers for travelers as well as locals.”
Raffles Goa Shiroda and Fairmont Goa Shiroda will each offer a distinct experience reflective of the individual brands. Both hotels will include a diverse mix of restaurants, bars, and lounges, along with the very best in wellness, fitness, spa, pool, and retail diversions.
Atul Dangayach, Managing Director, Dangayach Group said: “We believe Goa presents a remarkable growth opportunity, and these two new properties are set to redefine luxury and establish Goa as a premier global destination for weddings, events and leisure travel. Goa’s rich culture and natural beauty provide the perfect setting for this new chapter in hospitality.
Known as the ‘sunshine state’ in the Western region of India, Goa’s history as a Portuguese colony and its quaint fishing villages contribute to a charming and relaxed mix of multicultural heritage and natural beauty. The tourism sector in Goa presents a significant growth opportunity, with a notable rise in festivals and cultural events, cruise ship visits, and eco-tours.
Accor currently operates more than 65 hotels in India across a diverse array of brands including Raffles, Fairmont and Sofitel.
Lead image: Atul Dangayach (left), Managing Director, Dangayach Group with Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles and Fairmont.
