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If the urge to escape strikes you, visit Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel. Once an armed fortress that belonged to the Portuguese, Fort Tiracol is now content to spend the rest of its days on a cliff enjoying the kaleidoscopic view of the Arabian Sea and the spectacular estuary of the Tiracol River. It exists in its own space and time on the northern most tip of Goa. The beaches offer you a wonderful respite from the buzz of the city and the hectic life. Fort Tiracol Resort in Goa is a luxury heritage boutique hotel which offers premium amenities to the travel enthusiasts. Expect unmatched beautiful scenery with the view of the Arabian Sea at bay and interiors which are reminiscent of Portuguese culture.
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Last October we stayed at Tiracol Heritage Hotel for three days and we immensely enjoyed our time there. We highly appreciated the warm welcome of the staff, the delicious food served by very efficient and attentive waiters and last but not least our room tastefully decorated with a wonderful view on to the sea. We can recommend this most attractive place without any hesitation. CHantal and Wolfgang , Bonn , Germany
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Responded 12 Feb 2020
Dear Chantal, Wolfgang and Bonn, Thank you for taking the time out to write us such a wonderful review! We are so happy that you had a good time with us and look forward to hosting you again very soon. Lots of love from the entire team here at Fort Tiracol, Sanchit Wahi
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We stayed here for 3 nights. The place is on top of a hill and is right next to the Tiracol river. The views from the rooms as well as from the restaurants is amazing. There are a total of 7 seven rooms - each named after a day of the week.
One can reach the hotel in two ways. One is to drive up to the "Keri" ferry point across the river and then take the government ferry to the "Terekhol" ferry point. The ferry point on the Tiracol side is 1.5kms from the hotel. The hotel has a "on request" pickup and drop service to the ferry point. The ferry service is free for pedestrians and costs a nominal fee if a car has to be carried over. The ferry can hold 4 cars and a number of 2 wheelers. The other option is to take the road bridge (over the Tiracol river) - which is an extra 15-20 mins drive. The only problem is that this passes through the state of Maharashtra and one needs a road permit if you are using a commercial vehicle (with a yellow and black number plate).
For travelling into Goa, I would recommend a self driven car, which the hotel arranges for at a decent price.
The food is average to good. The breakfast is a very standard fare, which is served at most hotels. The lunch / dinner menu is a mix of Indian, Continental and Chinese and is also limited. The standard rooms are slightly small, but has an attached space for storage etc. The bathrooms are really nice and spacious. Overall, the place is very well kept and clean. The staff is very nice and caring. They understand your needs very well and cater to what is needed.
Would definitely recommend this place for a visit.
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Date of stay: February 2022
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Room Tip:Â Choose the rooms on the first floor.
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Response from Pawan Dhaliwal, General Manager at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 15 Apr 2022
Dear Debabrata, Thank you for your review & thanks again for recommending our hotel to other travelers I'm sure our entire hotel staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care and visit us again!
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If you love to explore offbeat places, visiting Fort Tiracol Heritage boutique Hotel must be on your list. Fort Tiracol is a surreal experience with spectacular views from wherever you stand. The rooms are very tastefully done to retain their Old Portuguese charm as well as provide all the luxuries and comfort. Each and every staff member was extremely kind, courteous and helpful. The endless sea views from the rooms and their restaurant is to die for. The Church in the courtyard of the Fort gives a lovely touch to the property. On arrival, Pawan, the manger attended us personally making us feel welcomed and comfortable. Later in the evening, I did a heritage walk with him around the village where we saw a gorgeous half-moon beach, a hidden cave (cherry on the top was the absolutely stunning views awaiting as you walk through the cave). Also, visited locals brewing feni in the village; ended the walk catching a beautiful sunset at the ferry point. A special thanks to Pawan for being such a fabulous host! To sum up - It is not just a hotel, it’s an experience. If the urge to escape strikes you, look no further!!
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Sanchit Wahi, Marketing at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 16 Jul 2021
Dear Ms Kritika, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. You have phrased it well, Fort Tiracol is not just a hotel. It is an experience, it is a vibe. We are so glad you enjoyed the same. We are also delighted to hear you liked some of the curated activities we offer at Tiracol, specially the heritage walk ( a must do!). Feni brewing only happens for a few days in the year and really a unique experience! Perhaps next time you could also enjoy a yoga session during sunset at Keri beach or a fishing trip with the locals. One can never get enough of the beautiful sunsets at Tiracol, each day is as beautiful as the one before. We would like to thank you once again and we hope to see you soon. Until next time, do take care Warm Regards, Sanchit Wahi
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Our stay at Fort Tiracol was a total bliss...Me and my 2 younger sisters stayed over the weekend, and not for once did we not feel Safe. It is a wonderful place if you love to explore offbeat locations. This elegant Fortress has instragrammable spots in every corner. Rooms are spacious, clean and have an old world charm with spectacular views of the mighty Arabian sea. In June, especially with some rains and greens all around the entire location was MAGICAL... The staff was friendly and helpful. Service was always on time. Ms. Saraniya was so patient and helpful. Talking to her I was already sure our stay shall be hustle-free. We had a safe and smooth pick up and drop by Mr. Pravin. Safety was our priority with 3 girls and especially during Covid. And not for once did we have any issue. We were greeted by the Manager Mr. Pawan and he was very welcoming and delightful. He personally attended to each and every small need of us and made our stay perfect. There are multiple activities you can do on and around the property but with current weather and rains we could only do 2 of them. The heritage walk organized by the management was amazing and informative. Apart from all the titbits of the half-moon beach and a secret cave which was a "not to miss" spot; you can have your own space and click as many photos as you want, and not get judged! You can also go to Keri beach which was just a 10 mins ferry ride. It was a small, secluded but a cute beach with an amazing sunset to see! The only thing missing was more options on the vegetarian plate, but on request the head chef fixed us a quick out of the menu options. We tried All the options available for us on the menu and trust me they were delicious! All in all, its a great place to enjoy with friends, family as well as Solo! Missed the Music Concert which is usually a highlight I wanted to witness but this gives me yet another reason to visit this place again in future...
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sanchit Wahi, Marketing at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 16 Jul 2021
Dear Guest, We thank you for a such wonderful, detailed review about your experience at Fort Tiracol. Delighted that your Instagram got a bunch of new content, as Fort Tiracol truly is magical. Safety, security and hygiene have been pillars of our hotel (even pre-COVID). These have been further enhanced in the past year. We are glad you had the chance to experience some of the activities we offer at Tiracol. Your comments on the vegetarian options has been noted, we are glad that Chef Anant was able to give you what you want! Please do give us a follow on social media to stay updated about the latest concerts and gigs, which should resume very soon. Until next time, do take care and stay safe! Warm Regards, Sanchit Wahi
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Fort Tiracol is a surreal experience with gorgeous views from wherever you stand. Surrounded by water from 3 sides , all of their 7 rooms have views you can stare at all day long. The rooms are very nicely done to retain their old world charm as well as provide all the luxuries and comfort. The restaurant overlooking the river serves delicious food and the entire staff is courteous and helpful. The manager Pawan went the extra mile to make my stay special and comfortable. Its a must visit beautiful property and i will definitely go back.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Room Tip:Â The suites are lovely especially Friday which has a porch attached to it.
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Response from Sanchit Wahi, Marketing at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 9 Dec 2020
Dear Ms. Shikha, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. Yes, the views from here are truly magical. We are glad your room and its view! Mr. Pawan and his team at Fort Tiracol look forward to hosting you again very soon. Till then do take care and stay safe! Warm Regards, Sanchit Wahi
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This was the first trip we made post the pandemic and as a family we were looking for a break from the routine to just connect with nature and relax. We couldn't have asked for more. The idyllic location of the fort and the feeling of stepping into history as soon as you walk into the gates of the property is surreal. The views are amazing and we had a particularly scenic view from our room. The rooms were spacious and spic and span. The hotel wasn't overly crowded thanks to our choice of staying over on weekdays and we enjoyed dedicated and focused attention by the staff. The meals we had at the restaurant reminded us of dishes we watched in the recent MasterChef series. Eating at the restaurant while listening to the waves and seeing the gorgeous horizon has to be experienced. We also had the opportunity to take a guided tour, a Heritage walk around the property and were treated to some more beautiful views, some stories of the locals and history and also had the chance to visit a hidden cave that opens out to the ocean!! Overall, it was a perfect break and we couldn't have asked for more! Thank you to all the staff for making this short stay so memorable for us!
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sanchit Wahi, Marketing at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 17 Aug 2021
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was indeed a pleasure hosting you and we thank you for choosing Fort Tiracol as your choice of stay. We are delighted to read that your experience of our sea view rooms and restaurant were good. We thank you for the complements on the food, this will surely put a big smile on executive chef's face! The heritage walk of Tiracol is something that is must do while staying at Fort Tiracol, we are glad you got to experience the same. Looking forward to hosting you again. Warm Regards, Sanchit Wahi
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A very beautiful, picturesque place located on a small hill top. Access to the place is via a government owned ferry which operates free of cost to-n-fro every half an hour. The ferry carries cars too for a nominal fee. There's also a long route access to place via Maharashtra border if you are coming from North via road. We stayed at the hotel (which is actually a well renovated 600yrs old Portuguese fort) for 3 nights (Dec 12th onwards) and the hotel was very comfy with highly courteous and helping staff. Special mention of Ms Sukorin at the reception desk takes personal interest in solving your all queries and making you feel comfortable. Food at the restaurant is excellent (more of Portuguese-Goan blend). Since the location is in village. there are not enough food joints outside the hotel. The village (Terekhol) has a population of just 80 families. This is a perfect place to relax for 3 to 4 nights max for people searching for a peaceful and a beautiful location. Partying people should avoid it! Distance from Goa Airport is 2.5 to 3 hrs depending on traffic. Don't miss a 1 hr trek which starts from the hotel's entrance and takes you behind the hotel to see beautiful birds in wilderness and it leads you to a small rocky beachside. Preferably do this trek on first light of Sun to watch bird activity. Enjoyed a serene and a beautiful stay there. Will visit again.
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Pawan Dhaliwal, General Manager at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 3 Jan 2022
Dear Vinay, First of all, we wish you a very Happy New Year i really thank you for writing such a detailed review and helping our guests to know about how to get to the Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel. Yes, it is secluded from the bustle of the city and peacefully perched on the northernmost tip of Goa is Fort Tiracol. So Arambol is literally like 20- 25 mins away and Aswim will take 35-40 mins at the most, even if someone is in Goa to Party it will not be an issue for them to come back to the hotel. The ferry runs from 6.30 am till 10 pm if someone is coming later than 10 pm they can always take the road which adds 5 km to the total journey via Maharastra. We are looking forward to hosting you again with more memorable experiences at Fort Tiracol. Hope to see you soon.
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This hotel is located on the northern most tip of Goa. We enjoyed a scenic ferry ride to get here. One can also get here by road. It was truly a heritage experience as they have maintained the Portuguese fort very well. There is a huge church in the property. The rooms are spacious and have magnificent views of the ocean. The manager took us for a nice short heritage walk along the coast and even took us for an unforgettable yoga session on the beach. Food was great and so were the cocktails. Some of the freshest coconut water is served here. I highly recommend this hotel for a leisure trip of a few days at least. You might even spot celebrities hanging around sometimes.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Pawan Dhaliwal, General Manager at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 27 Jul 2022
Dear Shubra, Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We shall be sharing your kind feedback as such that keeps the team motivated to continue to create unique exceptional experiences. Yes Heritage walk & Yoga is a highlight in terms of experiences offered to our guest. We Hope you choose to visit Fort Tiracol The Heritage Hotel for many more delightful experiences.
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Fort Tiracol is like a picture postcard! All the rooms have a breathtaking view of the sea- an estuary actually, one can see the river meeting the ocean. The rooms are HUGE, to say the least and furnished tastefully with Victorian style floral drapes and bed linen. Cleanliness is a big plus, the bathroom is well stocked with toiletries and towels. Their terrace restaurant serves great food, if you order a la carte and the breakfast buffet choice is very good too. They serve traditional Goan food with lots of other choices, so there's something for everyone. The staff is very hospitable, willing to help with transport and so on. We visited during the rainy season, so couldn't sit out in the room balcony to enjoy a cup of coffee or sit out at all but I'm sure the dry season must be lovely. While on the pricier side, Fort Tiracol is an experience to be savoured. If one wants a first hand experience of living in heritage hotel, this is it.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip:Â All rooms have a view of the sea. I personally liked the very first room (Monday is the name I...
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Response from Pawan Dhaliwal, General Manager at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 15 Apr 2022
Dear Sagarika, Thank you for your positive review, We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We do take pride in catering to our guest need and requirement. I hope your next stay is just around the corner. Call us if there is anything we can help you. Thanking you Pawan Dhaliwal, General Manager.
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We normally stay on Agonda Beach, but were looking for a hotel in North Goa. We wanted somewhere special to celebrate our wedding anniversary and happened upon this old fort. It is a beautiful small heritage hotel in a stunning location. We stayed in a suite (Friday) and had a super terrace overlooking the beach. The rooms were beautifully appointed, with a smart modern bathroom and good air conditioning. The food (with the exception of the vegetable curry where the vegetables were so small you could not identify them) was very good. Breakfast was tasty and plentiful. We watched dolphins swimming in the sea as we ate! The food and drink extras are all very reasonable, given the rooms are expensive for Goa. We enjoy our own company and are not party animals! If you are looking for nightlife and entertainment, this is not the place for you. There is no pool (not an issue in Covid times). We did not appreciate being told about the trips which were "musts" (I hate that kind of hard sell). That is not why we came, though there are a couple of things to do (boat trips, yoga), should you wish to. If you want tranquility, good food, comfortable historic accommodation, and stunning views, then this is a great hotel for you.
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Response from Sanchit Wahi, Marketing at Fort Tiracol Heritage Hotel
Responded 28 Jan 2021
Dear Carole, Thank you so much for taking the time out and writing this review. We are glad you had a good time at Tiracol. You are right, our boutique hotel is quite different from what you would usually find in North Goa. Secluded, pristine and peaceful - Fort Tiracol offers breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea meeting the Tiracol river, with Keri and Aarambol in the distance. We are also happy to hear you enjoyed the suite and food. We have noted your point regarding the vegetarian curry, and will work on improving it. We are hopeful our sea view pool, wellness block, cafe and private villa/cottage accommodations will be up and running in time for your next visit. We do look forward to hosting you again very soon. Warm Regards, Sanchit Wahi
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You can wite to the hotel in advance, they make arrangements for site seeing at standard rates. There is at least one official hotel car - an Ertiga, but they can tie up with local car rentals to find a good fit for you.
It will help if you tell them your custom route or they can arrange for a typical tourist route. Best to write or talk to them and get a communication going.
If you need to go to Kerim beach or Redi beach, you will need a Vehicle unless you don't mind a 4km walk. There is a Rocky beach behind the Fort that is walkable to and the views are absolutely serene.
There are more places to choose from in the Pernem area.
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₹9,412 - ₹16,975 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IndiaGoaNorth Goa DistrictPernem
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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