Alila Diwa is a beautiful and spacious property. Our room had nice hardwood floors, sliding doors, a separate tub and shower, and a terrace. Housekeeping was attentive to detail.
The property is surrounded by paddy fields so occasionally you will see cows, which is a beautiful sight by the infinity pool.
Breakfast has a variety of delicious Indian and non-Indian food. The curd, masala chai, and daily fruit drinks were delicious! Be sure to try their masala chai from the chaat cart!
At the restaurant Spice Co, try to order the prix-fix menu. One order is enough for two. The okra coconut curry (Bhinde Calde) and smoked ghee dal is so delicious. Highly recommend.
There is a free buggy from the hotel to Gonsua beach. There are shacks (not part of hotel and you pay separately) where you can enjoy food, drinks, and seating. Just be prepared for shack employees to beg you to sit at their establishment for your business. If you want food, drinks, or just seating under a beach umbrella, pick a spot for service. If not, then do not feel pressured. Just keep walking and tell them "no" or "later."
Spa service was super and the facilities are divine. The yoga studio was beautiful and the views were stunning.
Special Thanks: Aliston is a genuinely nice person and wonderful server at Spice Co. restaurant. We enjoyed and appreciated his service. Aakash was a great, welcoming host. He gave us useful dining suggestions, and gave us some historical background on the foods we were eating.