Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with more than 1,000 properties across the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, is pleased to announce a partnership with Dangayach Group to develop two new luxury hotels in the booming tourism market of Goa, India. Raffles Hotels & Resorts will deliver its legendary service and spirit of enchanted glamour to Raffles Goa Shiroda, an extraordinary resort featuring 120 luxury villas set across 27+ acres. The hotel will share a beachfront club with the 56+ acre, 400-room Fairmont Goa Shiroda, featuring the heartfelt service, awe-inspiring public spaces, and locally inspired cuisine for which Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is known. Both destinations are planned to open by 2030.
Raffles Goa Shiroda and Fairmont Goa Shiroda will each offer a distinct experience reflective of the individual brands. Both hotels will include a diverse and lively mix of restaurants, bars, and lounges, along with the very best in wellness, fitness, spa, pool, and retail diversions. For weddings, events, celebrations, and conferences, the properties will include multi-purpose ballrooms with elegant meeting rooms and bridal suites. Raffles Goa Shiroda will delight guests with many of the brand’s signature features, including gracious accommodations, a Long Bar, and culturally significant design in addition to Raffles’ unparalleled Butler Service.
Fairmont Goa Shiroda will connect guests with the destination, offering an array of special moments and personalized experiences to mark guests’ celebratory occasions. The two hotels will share a private beachfront club, providing guests with a luxurious experience on the Arabian coast. The hotels will be developed in accordance with Accor’s stringent ESG guidelines, and once opened, will abide by Accor’s energy performance reporting tools, sustainability standards, and third-party eco-certification.
Goa has a long history of enticing visitors to explore its fascinating culture, tropical rainforests, and 131 km coastline of untouched beaches. 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’s commitment to market leadership and operational excellence remains steadfast, contributing significantly to the evolution of India’s hospitality landscape. The Group’s strategic approach to expansion across the country included the opening of several new hotels throughout India in 2024. This included the openings of Raffles Jaipur; Grand Mercure Goa Candolim; Mercure Chandigarh; ibis Styles Mysuru; and Novotel Goa.