🏖️ 1.2 km to Ashwem Beach
🐾 Pets Welcome Selected apartments only
⭐ 4.9 241+ reviews on Elivaas
Gracias Bleu is a 1-bedroom retreat set within the Gracias Seaora resort complex in Morjim, North Goa , one of the calmer pockets of the Goan coastline, sitting between Ashwem Beach (1.2 km away) and Morjim Beach (1.6 km away). The property is listed as pet-friendly on Elivaas, with a clearly documented pet deposit and sanitation fee structure that tells you this is a place that has genuinely thought through what it means to host animals. It is a boutique resort-style stay , think a shared pool, an on-site garden restaurant with hut-style cabanas, and a bar with open views , not a large impersonal hotel. For pet parents looking for a pet-friendly stay in Morjim, Goa that doesn't compromise on comfort or hospitality quality, this one deserves a close look.
✓ Confirmed by the property
Pets are allowed on the property in selected apartments only. The pet policy is formally documented on Elivaas: a refundable pet security deposit of ₹10,000 for one pet or ₹15,000 for two pets is collected in addition to the standard security deposit. A one-time pet sanitation fee is also collected at check-in (amount varies by unit type , confirm the exact figure for your room category at the time of booking). Pets are not allowed in the shared swimming pool; a care charge of ₹10,000 applies if this rule is violated. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets, and any damages are charged at actuals.
The Setting , Beach Proximity Without the Beach Chaos
Morjim sits at the quieter northern edge of Goa's tourist belt , far enough from the Calangute–Baga corridor that it still feels like a proper coastal village, and close enough to Arambol and Ashwem that you have real options for an evening out. For pet parents, this geography matters more than it might seem. Quieter lanes and a genuinely gentler pace make Morjim considerably easier to navigate with a dog than the more congested southern stretches of North Goa. Street traffic is lighter, the general energy is calmer, and encounters with other dogs or crowds are far less overwhelming , which makes a practical difference if you are travelling with an anxious dog or a large breed.
Ashwem Beach, just 1.2 km from the property, is known among travellers for being one of the less chaotic stretches of sand in North Goa , it draws a quieter crowd and has a more relaxed atmosphere than the main tourist beaches. That said, do confirm on-beach access rules for dogs before heading out, as policies in Goa vary by stretch, season, and time of day. Morjim Turtle Beach is also accessible from this base, though that is a protected coastal area where dogs must be kept on leash at all times and access may be restricted depending on the nesting season.
The resort property itself offers multiple spaces to unwind without leaving the complex at all: a shared swimming pool surrounded by sunbeds, a garden restaurant set in lush greenery with outdoor seating and hut-style cabana structures, and a bar with open views. Rooms feature attached balconies or patios , ground-floor rooms have direct pool access, while upper-floor rooms trade that for pool and garden views. The property describes itself as following the ethos of "Atithi Devo Bhava" with a 5-star hospitality approach, and the 4.9 rating across 241+ reviews on Elivaas is a fairly credible signal that this is not just marketing language.
Pet Policy , What You Need to Know Before You Book
This is a pet-friendly property through Elivaas, but the single most important detail is that only selected apartments within the resort accept pets , which means it is critical to filter or explicitly confirm pet-eligibility for your specific unit at the time of booking, not on arrival. The way the deposit system is structured is actually a reassuring sign: a refundable ₹10,000 deposit for one pet (₹15,000 for two) collected in addition to the standard security deposit, plus a one-time sanitation fee at check-in. This level of documentation usually indicates a property that has dealt with enough pet guests to have developed a real protocol, rather than one that says yes and then figures it out at the desk.
Deposits are refunded within 5–7 working days of check-out, provided there are no damages or rule violations. The sanitation fee varies by unit type , for reference, the general Elivaas policy structure lists ₹1,000 for 1BHK units and ₹2,000 for 2/3BHK units, but confirm the exact figure for your booking directly. No breed restrictions are mentioned in the listed policy, and no size limits are specified , though this is worth verifying directly if you are travelling with a large breed.
The one firm rule that every pet parent needs to flag before arrival: pets are not permitted in the shared swimming pool. The property enforces this with a ₹10,000 care charge for violations. This is standard practice at shared-pool resort properties and not a reason to avoid the stay, but if you have a water-loving dog who is difficult to keep poolside without getting in, plan accordingly. Ashwem Beach is within walking distance and is a more appropriate outlet for a dog that needs water access. Check-in is from 2 PM; check-out by 11 AM.
ℹ️ What to Confirm Before You Book
Several details are worth verifying directly with the property or Elivaas before completing your booking: (1) Confirm your specific unit is one of the designated pet-friendly apartments , not all rooms in the resort accept pets. (2) The exact pet sanitation fee for your unit type (it varies by BHK category). (3) Whether any breed or size restrictions apply that are not listed in the online policy. (4) Any additional charges or rules that may apply during peak season or blackout dates such as Christmas and New Year.
The Stay Experience , Resort Amenities a Short Walk From a Quiet Beach
Beyond the pet specifics, Gracias Bleu offers a genuinely appealing package for a Goa trip. The 1-bedroom unit is positioned as a retreat for couples or solo travellers, featuring elegant interiors and a private bathtub for unwinding after a long beach walk , a detail that stands out in a category that often delivers functional but unremarkable rooms. The on-site garden restaurant with its hut-style cabanas and relaxed outdoor seating is a comfortable option for meals with your dog nearby, and the bar with open views rounds out the on-property experience without requiring you to drive anywhere.
For evenings out, the property notes that popular North Goa destinations including La Plage, Farzi Beach, Saz by the Beach, and antiSOCIAL are a short distance away. Reviews on Elivaas consistently highlight two staff members by name , Noor and Guddu , for attentive and warm service, which is a useful specific detail when you are trying to judge whether a property actually delivers on its hospitality claims. Food quality and overall ambiance are the other recurring positives across the review set.
For a dog-friendly stay in North Goa that also delivers on the hospitality side , rather than simply tolerating pets as an afterthought , Gracias Bleu sits in a fairly small category. The combination of a structured, transparent pet policy, a calmer coastal location, an on-site restaurant, and a strong review record makes it a legitimate option for a weekend getaway with dogs from Mumbai, Pune, or Bengaluru. The key discipline before booking: confirm your unit, confirm the fees, and confirm the pool rules are something you and your dog can work with.
