Hilton has strengthened its presence in Goa with the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute, marking the brand’s debut in the state and introducing the upscale Hilton Garden Inn offering to the market.
Developed in association with Kokra Resort & Spa Private Ltd., the 116-key property is located in the heart of North Goa, close to the bustling Calangute beach area.
Calangute is one of Goa’s most popular tourist destinations, known for its lively beach shacks, water sports and vibrant nightlife. The hotel is located about 40 km from both Manohar International Airport (GOX) and Dabolim International Airport (GOI), providing convenient access for domestic and international travellers.
With this addition, Hilton now operates four properties in Goa: Hilton Goa Resort, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa – Panaji, and DoubleTree by Hilton Goa – Arpora – Baga. The hospitality major has also recently signed its first luxury property in the state, Waldorf Astoria Goa.
Hilton Senior Vice President and Regional Head, South Asia Zubin Saxena said: “While we have an established presence in the state, the debut of Hilton Garden Inn allows us to introduce an approachable upscale offering for guests who want the reliability of an international, high-quality brand without compromising on service. This opening reflects how our portfolio in India is growing strategically in response to the dynamic needs of business and leisure travellers.”
Hilton Senior Vice President Brand Management Asia Pacific Tal Shefer said: “The debut in Goa marks an important step in expanding the brand’s footprint in high-demand leisure markets, while reinforcing what guests value most from Hilton Garden Inn: dependable comfort, intuitive service, and spaces that support both work and relaxation.”
Kokra Resort & Spa Chairman Parveen Kokra said: “We saw a clear opportunity for a globally recognised, elevated hospitality brand in this location. With Hilton’s global expertise and our local insight, Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute is set to deliver an internationally benchmarked hospitality experience that complements the evolving needs of the destination.”
Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute joins Hilton’s expanding portfolio of Hilton Garden Inn properties across major Indian cities.
The hotel is also part of Hilton Honors, the group’s global loyalty programme. Members booking a stay of at least three nights can earn 5,000 Honors points on reservations made until May 19, 2026.