Amaraanth In South Goa Embraces Slow Travel, Curated Art, Design, and Quiet Luxury

Goa is rapidly emerging as a burgeoning wellness destination, with numerous yoga retreats, studios, and wellness resorts. Set within 3.75 acres of landscaped gardens in the tranquil area of Varca-Fatrade in South Goa, Amaraanth is paving the way for new standards in the region’s wellness hospitality—a much-needed sanctuary for weary souls seeking greener pastures and sunnier skies. Amaraanth answers the pressing questions about how embracing nature and sustainable practices can benefit the environment while nurturing a healthier state of mind—the need of the hour. Through its immersive experiences, it elevates the concept of wellness by committing to local and sustainable excellence. 

Getting There: 

Tucked away from the main streets of Varca and just a stone’s throw from the lesser-known Fatrade Beach, Amaraanth is a 45-minute drive from the Goa Dabolim International Airport. Goa is well connected to most metro cities across India, and direct international flights are available from the UK, Dubai, Sharjah, and Muscat.

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The Architecture Highlights The Value In Adaptive Reuse 

The garden estate was once the family home of Shradha Binani from the Braj Binani Group. When it came time to revitalize the property, George Seemon, CEO and Design Director of Stapati, was entrusted with the task. The approach was minimal yet thoughtful: a few enclosures were removed to enhance openness, and new walls were strategically introduced to ensure privacy. The property features three interconnected blocks, creating a cohesive design that seamlessly blends with the lush green outdoors, showcasing a striking harmony between architecture and nature. Subtle and yet impactful design interventions, both outdoors and indoors aided in restoring a sense of calm to the place. 

Luxury Suite-Only Rooms That Embrace Simplicity

Make yourself home at the property’s collection of 12 well-appointed suite rooms. For ultimate luxury choose the 830 sq ft ‘Signature Suite,’ which offers a private yard sit-out and an outdoor bathtub. For stunning views of the lush garden and the golden hour,  the 760 sq ft’ Luxury Suite’ on the higher level features a private balcony with an outdoor deck for the bathtub. These suites also include access to a shared lounge drenched in vanilla white, which is the perfect spot to slow down with a book and admire the white sculpture wall by Claymen. 

Each suite seamlessly connects to an expansive outdoor balcony or yard, further enhancing your connection with the outdoors. The decor exudes a quiet luxury interior– classic yet contemporary– featuring natural elements like rattan, wicker, craft wood, jute fabrics, and glazed stone floorings, creating a harmonious connection with the verdant surroundings. Experience the luxury of ‘Molton Brown,’ a gender-neutral bath and body care line that elevates your in-room experience. 

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The Culinary And Mixology Holds A Curious Space With Manifold Mission

At Amaraanth Kitchen, helmed by the much-acclaimed Chef Ritu Dalmia, the menu is a delightful mix of cherished Goan recipes and global favourites. The kitchen’s pantry is stocked with a remarkable selection of organic products, sourced from local organic farms, handcrafted cheesemakers, artisan butchers, and sustainable seafood farms. These ingredients are not only delicious but also healthy and environmentally friendly, embodying a commitment to conscious living.

Mornings start with a delectable breakfast spread laid on the communal dining table. One can indulge in regional classics like red rice poha or ‘paniyaram’. For lunch, be sure to experience the iconic Goan thali, a true culinary delight. Vegetarians will particularly enjoy the variety of curries and salads, made with fresh vegetables, and microgreens from one of Goa’s finest hydroponic farms. Chef Dalmia’s expertise in Italian cuisine takes centre stage with dishes like ravioli, risotto, pasta, and pizzas that are sure to evoke Italian vacations. 

The Lab by Countertop India, led by Pankaj Balachandran, celebrates local farms, spirits, and artisans. Described an immersive mixology experience, the bartender guides guests through the creative process behind each cocktail. For instance, the ‘Hotel Lobby’ cocktail evokes Balachandran’s memories from his time at the Taj Mumbai, where he guided esteemed guests through a lobby filled with the fragrant scent of marigolds. Another memorable one is ‘Grandmom’s Curry,’ a tasty Goan curry featuring coconut milk that is transformed through a clarification technique. The ‘Red Amaranth’, infused with pickled onion gin and red amaranth—a hyper-local leafy vegetable grown in small batches in Goa—offers a refreshing vegetal note that enhances the flavour, which brings a refreshing note to the drink. 

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Wellness And Spa: HVN Explores Conscious Wellbeing To The Next Level 

At HVN by Amaraanth, each spa treatment is designed to reinforce the five elements of nature—fire, water, metal, earth, and wood—creating a holistic experience that nourishes both body and mind. The spa offers two luxurious treatment suites, each crafted to provide an unforgettable sense of tranquillity. The standout is the Hydro Spa Suite, which introduces a water mattress heated to a comfortable 38 degrees scientifically proven to release muscle stress. Guests can choose their preferred essential oil, which works in perfect harmony to relax and rejuvenate the senses. Following this, a rice-ground scrub infused with jojoba and sunflower oils gently exfoliates and nourishes the skin. As you relax on the water-filled mattress, allowing you to fully surrender to the experience. A built-in steam system, coupled with a warm hand-held shower administered by the therapist, ensures deep relaxation of both mind and body—all without the need to leave the comfort of the aqua bed.

Final Thoughts

The defining factor of Amaraanth is being present in a space where you can spend quality time with your family and friends. For solo travellers, it is a great way to unwind with and take advantage of their personal butler service. Savour delicious food, enjoy an in-room spa, explore an art tour, join a cocktail workshop, or relax with exotic teas by the pond at sundown. Amaraanth offers a welcoming space to pause and embrace a lifestyle of conscious living.

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DP Loves

#This eco-chic retreat offers views of the verdant Goan landscape from the suite rooms, the ‘Amaraanth Kitchen’, and the poolside. 

#The rattan and bamboo woven furniture handcrafted in wood creates a luxurious connection to nature with its earthy tones and organic forms. 

#HVN’s first in-room bathing ritual offers a unique soaking experience. This de-stress ritual starts with one’s chosen bath infusion, followed by the HVN soothing tea session. 

#Sustainability lies in small details — the coaster at The Lab is crafted from recycled waste and transforms into a basil seed when put into the soil, encouraging guests to grow their own micro-greens. 

#The tradition of afternoon tea gets a new twist with exotic infusions like lavender, Darjeeling first flush, and lemongrass, paired with a selection of hors d’oeuvres. 

# The indoors and outdoors feature an eclectic mix of artworks. Subodh Kerkar’s @subodhkerkar ‘Red Cashew’ and ‘Indigo Works,’ Unnikrishnan’s brick-art, and Thomas The Porter’s ceramic seashell window installation call attention.