Colva was a barren land bordering the Arabian Sea. Since it was situated near the sea, therefore came in a lot of migrants who settled there. It was under the Portuguese administration for quite a long time. It was then passed on to the government of India after they took over Goa. The town has a tropical monsoon climatic condition throughout the year. The hot and humid climate remains all over and it has a short winter season and a long monsoon season. In summers temperatures rise almost about 35 degree Celsius. The connectivity of is place is also good with the rest of the places. The closest railway station is Margao and the closest airport is Dabolim airport. The Saxxti dialect of Konkani is widely spoken here. Portuguese is spoken by the mostly older generation and people of Portuguese origin. English is widely used here and is a compulsory subject. The town consists mainly of three beaches. Colva Beach is the main beach. It stretches for about 2.4 km and has white sand lined by coconut trees. The second beach is the sunset beach which is less populated and the third is the Baywatch beach. It is a town here Roman Catholic, Hindus and Muslims live in harmony. So it has a lot of variety in culture and religion. It is located in south goa and famous for the good food, pubs and bars and beaches. It is known for Lady of Mercy Church and its architecture. The beaches are also famous for the adventure water sports and also the serenity of just having a beach day of leisurely walks and sandcastle making. The nightlife here also attracts youngsters.
Hotels near Colva Beach Goa
Since the place is so famous and has so many to-do lists, therefore the place is filled with tourists and travellers from all part of the world and even the country. It is also known as the bachelors' heaven in India. The hotels near Colva beach, Goa are always in high demand for the travellers. OYO has around 100 properties in this town itself. The hotels are created on the basis of the demand of the tourists. There are comfortable stays within budget hotels for the backpackers and the fun-loving friends’ group thinking about the budget. There are also hotels in prime locations and larger and spacious rooms for the family. There are apartments for people seeking privacy. OYO also provides a couple friendly hotels. The price of the rooms includes the other modern amenities also provided by OYO listed in the website most of which is 24x7 water and electric supply, free wifi and parking facilities, television with DTH connections, inhouse kitchen or restaurants and much more. OYO is one of the fastest-growing hotel and hospitality chains and very surely will provide the best stay experience in the happening town.