Narayan (Mahesh) K Naik, Director, says, “We delight in providing visitors the right place to stay in both city and country.”
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anu Resorts is the hospitality wing of Nanu Enterprises, a business group with an annual turnover of Rs 70 crore (US$ 14.8 million). Established in 1972, and employing 350 people directly and 700 indirectly, the group has diversified into areas like engineering, hospitality, investments, real estate and large scale farming.
From the crisp efficiency of the city, the relaxed charm of the countryside is a gentle transition. Holiday makers seeking the sun are alighting from huge coaches at the large driveway of Nanu Resort as we walk into the pleasant reception. We follow the open walkways past neat rows of tiered cottages and through the gate that brings us bang on to the Betalbatim beach.
Held closely by the Naik family, the company reflects the passion and dedication of the owners who adopt a hands-on approach to work and pride themselves on the credibility of their brand.
The rooms are neat and simple, light and airy and seem the ideal place to seek when one is back for a brief interval between sunbathing and swimming in the pool. From those participating in yoga camps, ayurvedic treatments, meditation groups and corporate workshops to those simply seeking to do nothing, the resort accommodates everybody.
Nanutel is an unmistakable landmark in the thriving hub of Margao. A three star business hotel, its cool confines are popular with people visiting the city on business. It can provide conference facilities for 100 people, a factor that is an advantage for companies and institutions. There is more to do here than just business. The Zodiac doubles up as both a coffee shop and bar. The prize attraction though is the delicious cuisine at Utsav which is dressed in cheery hues and with a welcome view of the blue pool. Chefs here conjure up delicacies that range from authentic local dishes to finger-licking presentations from the tandoor.
There is great emphasis on food with the Saraswat Hindu cuisine being showcased in the brand new seafood restaurant Miramar. The kitchen that services this eatery is one of the largest that we have seen. The group is in expansion mode to extend the Nanutel brand. “We will shortly open three star hotels in the western region with a room capacity varying between 110 and 140 rooms,” says Sandesh K Naik, Director.
Sandesh K Naik, Director
Nanu Resort has a relaxed and charming ambience
Utsav, the multicusine resturant at Nanutel draws both locals and tourists with its delicious fare Text: Sanjana Mendes Portraits: Sonal Vaz
Number of rooms Nanutel: 55 Nanu Resort: 92 rooms, 16 suites
Best accomodation Nanutel - Suites Nanu Resort - Super Deluxe rooms
Guest origin Nanutel: Domestic travellers Nanu Resort: Europe and Russia
Nanutel Padre Miranda Road, Margao, Salcette Goa - 403601, India +91 832 2726701 05 naval@nanuindia.com www.nanuindia.com
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