I stayed at this property in September 2025, and this review is an unfiltered and honest account of my experience. Having stayed in several Goa hotels including St. Regis, JW Marriott, W Goa, The Lalit, Holiday Inn, and Taj Aguada in Baga Hills, I believe I have a fair understanding of luxury and premium stays in Goa. With that context, I can confidently say this property offers one of the best value-for-money experiences.
đ Location
The location is not exactly beachfront, but just a short five-minute drive from both the beach and the market area. This didnât bother us much, especially because of the excellent facilities inside the property itself.
đ¨ Property & Rooms
The property has a grand, airy reception area that sets the tone right away. The rooms are spacious, very well maintained, and thoughtfully designed. As a Platinum member, I was delighted to receive a suite upgrade â a huge thanks to Yash, who made this possible. Everything about the room was flawless, and I couldnât have asked for more.
đ¨âđŠâđŚ Family-Friendliness
The property is quite family-friendly, with a decent-sized kidsâ play area. A special mention to Trezza (super sweet) , who went above and beyond for my toddler. Even when an activity wasnât scheduled, she happily engaged with my son and organized activities for him. This kind of personal attention really stands out. They even organized a mocktail mixologist session for kids, which was such a thoughtful touch. The bartender made it extra fun with his friendly and smiley interactions.
đ˝ď¸ Food & Dining
The buffet spread was good, but this is one area where I feel thereâs scope for improvement. While the food itself was tasty, it felt limited compared to properties like JW Marriott and St. Regis. For example, during one lunch buffet (likely due to low occupancy), there was only one vegetarian dish, which was a letdown. The Happy Hours menu also felt a bit monotonous â it would be great to see healthier options like salads included. That being said, the quality of food was still very good, and Westin as a brand usually excels in hospitality, which showed here too.
One pleasant surprise was that my package included one-time complimentary mini bar consumption, which I found generous.
đ Facilities & Amenities
The pool area is very nice and well maintained. The property also has a gym, fish-feeding area, and kidsâ facilities, all of which were well designed and enjoyable. Everything about the property radiates positive vibes, and it truly feels like a premium resort.
đ Special Gestures
The team thoughtfully arranged a complimentary cake and room dĂŠcor, which was a beautiful surprise for us. These small but meaningful gestures added to the overall charm of the stay.
đ° Value for Money
We stayed for two nights at âš24,000, which was an absolute steal for what was offered. At this price point, the experience was easily bang for the buck, especially considering the luxury, amenities, and service levels.
đ Constructive Feedback
⢠Expand buffet spread, especially vegetarian options.
⢠Add healthier options to Happy Hours menu.
đ Ratings
⢠Overall Stay: 9.5/10
⢠Location: 8/10
⢠Room: 10/10
⢠Food: 8/10
⢠Gym: 8/10
⢠Hospitality: 9/10
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Final Verdict
This property combines luxury, warmth, and value for money in a way that very few others in Goa do. With great rooms, excellent service, family-friendly activities, and thoughtful touches, itâs a resort that leaves you with wonderful memories. I strongly recommend it, especially for families and Platinum members looking for a luxury stay at a fair price