The St. Regis Goa Resort, Mobor
The St. Regis Goa Resort is a 5-star Marriott resort in Mobor, Cavelossim, South Goa, with 206 rooms and suites, three pools, the Iridium Spa and butler service, about 31 km from Goa (Dabolim) airport.
Live rates and availability confirmed at booking. All prices indicative — updated June 2026.
The St. Regis Goa Resort — quick facts
- Category: 5-Star hotel
- Price: Typically ₹25,000–55,000/night
- Check-in / out: 15:00 / 12:00
- Rooms: 206
- Distance to GOI airport: 31 km (~55 min by car)
Overview & Setting
The St. Regis Goa Resort occupies a large beachfront estate at Mobor, at the southern end of the Cavelossim strip in South Goa, on land formerly operated as The Leela Goa. Marriott rebranded the property as a St. Regis around 2022 and has carried out phased renovations since, bringing the brand's butler-led service and contemporary interiors to one of the larger estates on the southern coast. The resort is built around lagoons and landscaped gardens that run down to a long, quiet stretch of Mobor Beach, where the Sal river opens into the Arabian Sea. With 206 rooms, suites and villas spread across the grounds and the brand's signature butler service, it positions itself at the upper end of South Goa's resorts.
Location & Getting There
Mobor sits at the far south of the Cavelossim peninsula in Salcette taluka. The resort is roughly 31 km from Goa (Dabolim) International Airport (GOI), around a 55-minute drive, which keeps it accessible despite its secluded position at the end of the beach strip. Margao, the nearest town with a major railway station, is about 19 km away and connects to Mumbai and the rest of the network. The surrounding beaches — Cavelossim, Varca, Benaulim and Colva — are close by for day-trips, while the busier North Goa belt around Calangute and Baga is about 90 minutes away by road. Goa's newer Mopa airport in the north is considerably further, so Dabolim is the practical arrival point for this resort.
Rooms & Suites
Accommodation runs from Deluxe rooms with furnished balconies and marble bathrooms with soaking tubs, through garden and golf-view rooms, to larger suites — some with private plunge pools — and standalone villas offering the most space and privacy on the estate. Interiors use warm wood finishes, marble and a restrained, contemporary palette, and the signature St. Regis Butler Service is offered across categories, handling everything from unpacking to arranging dining and excursions. Balconies and terraces face the resort grounds, lagoons, golf course or sea depending on the room, with the higher tiers oriented toward the water. The villas, set apart from the main blocks, give families and groups the most privacy, while the suites with plunge pools are popular with honeymooning couples who want a private outdoor space of their own.
Dining
The resort has several restaurants. Miri is the all-day venue with live show kitchens spanning international classics and Goan specialities; Oliveto serves Italian; Riverside offers Pan-Asian cooking beside the Sal river; and Susegado Seafood Grill & Bar provides beachfront seafood and grills using the day's catch. Bars and poolside outlets complete the line-up, and the St. Regis tradition of an evening champagne sabrage is observed at the resort. The riverside and beachfront settings make sundowners and seafood dinners a particular strength of a stay here.
Amenities, Spa & Pool
Facilities include three outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre and the Iridium Spa for wellness, massages and Ayurvedic treatments. The estate has access to a golf course, and direct frontage on Mobor Beach gives a broad, uncrowded shoreline that runs for kilometres. Watersports, dolphin trips and Sal river cruises can be arranged through the activity desk, and a kids' club caters to families travelling with children. The scale of the grounds, the multiple pools and the long beach mean the resort rarely feels crowded even at high occupancy, which is part of its appeal for guests seeking space.
Experiences & Things to Do Nearby
The South Goa coast offers long, calm beaches and a slower pace than the north. Dolphin and birdwatching trips run on the Sal estuary, and the Betul fishing village and the clifftop Cabo de Rama fort lie further south for half-day excursions. Inland trips reach spice plantations, the Saturday Night Market at Arpora, and the Portuguese-era mansions of Chandor and Loutolim. Heritage day-trips to the UNESCO-listed churches of Old Goa and the Latin Quarter of Panaji are easy from here, and Margao's covered market and colonial-era architecture are a short drive away for a taste of everyday Goan life.
Who It's Best For
The St. Regis Goa suits luxury travellers, honeymooners and families who want a full-service South Goa beach resort with butler service, multiple pools and a long private beach. Its relatively short airport transfer is a practical plus over more remote properties further down the coast. Guests should note the resort has been refurbished in phases since the rebrand, so it is worth confirming the current state of specific facilities and outlets at booking. For travellers whose priority is nightlife and a lively beach scene, North Goa is a better base; for a quiet, upscale and spacious beach holiday in the south, this is a strong option.
The St. Regis Goa Resort — room types
| Room | What you get |
| Deluxe Room | Resort- or garden-view rooms with furnished balconies and marble bathrooms with a soaking tub. |
| Garden / Golf View Room | Rooms overlooking the gardens or golf course, with St. Regis butler service. |
| Suite | Larger suites with separate living areas; some with private plunge pools. |
| Villa | Standalone villas offering the most space and privacy on the estate. |
Dining at The St. Regis Goa Resort
| Outlet | Cuisine / type |
| Miri | All-day dining with live kitchens |
| Oliveto | Italian |
| Riverside | Pan-Asian by the Sal river |
| Susegado Seafood Grill & Bar | Beachfront seafood and grill |
What's near The St. Regis Goa Resort
| Landmark | Distance | Approx. on foot |
| Mobor Beach | 0.1 km | ~1 min walk |
| Sal River estuary | 0.5 km | ~6 min walk |
| Cavelossim Beach | 1.5 km | ~18 min walk |
| Betul fishing village | 4 km | short taxi/auto |
| Colva Beach | 13 km | short taxi/auto |
| Margao town | 19 km | short taxi/auto |
Distances are straight-line estimates; walking times assume roughly 12 minutes per km. Confirm routes locally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was The St. Regis Goa previously The Leela Goa?
The St. Regis operates on the Mobor estate that was formerly run as The Leela Goa; Marriott rebranded it as a St. Regis around 2022 and has renovated it in phases since.
How far is The St. Regis Goa from the airport?
It is about 31 km from Goa (Dabolim) International Airport, roughly a 55-minute drive.
How many rooms does the resort have?
It has 206 rooms, suites and villas, including some suites and villas with private plunge pools.
Does it offer butler service?
Yes. The signature St. Regis Butler Service is available across room categories.
What dining options are there?
Restaurants include Miri (all-day dining), Oliveto (Italian), Riverside (Pan-Asian) and Susegado Seafood Grill & Bar on the beach, plus bars and poolside outlets.
Is the resort on the beach?
Yes, it has direct access to Mobor Beach, a long and quiet stretch of South Goa coast near the Sal river estuary.