Maxim Orlov
Initially booked for one month, ended up staying 2.5 months. As a digital nomad and traveling professional aColmeia was great for me. Super fast wifi (300 mbs) with good signal all around the property. There is an electricity battery as well so I wasn't affected by the regular power cuts in Goa. The rooms and furniture aren't your typical guesthouse vibe you get in most of India and it's truly a place you can call home away from home. Shower pressure is good and the water is hot. The rooms are impeccably clean and to western standards. There's a well-equipped kitchen you can use where I cooked most of my meals. A veg/fruit wholesaler 2min walk away will supply you with most local fresh products available and there are a few supermarkets 10min scooter drive away. If you don't rent a scooter (like me) then you can get groceries delivered (Instamart) for a very low fee. The community is what you make of it and I encourage you to be proactive and organize the things you wish to have, and others will inevitably join you. The space is well-suited for that and Dhruv, the owner, will make sure you have everything you need. I've had the pleasure of folks joining me for body workouts, running sessions, documentary nights and ice baths. We also had BBQ nights, secret santa (for Christmas), painting sessions, visited the local market, and we went exploring Goa during the weekends. During my stay I've built an amazing routine focusing on mental and physical health. I've also had a very productive period at work. Waking up in the morning with the sound of birds and palm tree views was the serenity I needed. 100% recommend staying here long term, especially for Digital Nomads looking for a sense of belonging and a place they can call home.