Varanda Do Mar Hotel

India , Goa
Goa, Near Goa Science Center, Miramar, Panjim
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6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2025

Derry

The service was very good. Folks were helpful. Though sometimes my requests weren't well understood.

The facilities weren't great. I had to change my room because the toilet seat wouldnt shut properly and the shower wouldnt turn on properly. The new room was ok, but i dont think it was vented correctly because it would sometimes have a sewage smell in the room. This was especially bad on my last night there.

Food was ok. Nothing spectacular, but not bad.

Overall, a serviceable and not a terrible stay. But I wouldn't be eager to stay there next time.

Oh, and there is no pool at this hotel. The pool is at The Crescent, and guests are allowed to go over there (not the same thing as having one on property).

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2023

Jamila

Very quiet local beach nearby, practically to ourselves during the day but a bit busier overnight. Much nicer than the tourist beaches

Without a car, would be reliant on taxi etc to get anywhere else.

The service was amazing, the kokum welcome drink was lovely!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2023

Lovepreet

Room is very clean staf is very helpfull

4/10

Poor

26 Feb 2022

Omika

was given

Business

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2020

FAYAZ

Good

Except for check in; my stay at this facility was good.
At checkin the receptionist at 1st could not allot me rooms on the sea facing side (for which I had paid while choosing this hotel on line). Then without any further discussion he handed over to me electronic keys of two rooms in 02 different floors ( I was traveling with my family). That made me feel uncomfortable, ultimately a lady ( a senior) was called there and then the things went on smoothly.
I feel at first they try to throw at you whatever junk they want and if the customer is not OK with it then only they provide what the customer is entitled to.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2020

Kevin

Great hotel

Great Hotel well located to enjoy the night life

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2019

N C

A nice hotel in a quiet part of town.

The location is far from ideal if you want to explore what Panaji has to offer. However, it's easy enough to get around and the quieter locale makes for a pleasant stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Front desk staff was very friendly and helpful. Restaurant staff was polite. Good food. Rooms were very spacious and clean

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Good hotel to spend holiday. But the access to public transport is far away.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Was overall good. Stay was comfortable. Plesent. Overall happy.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 May 2019

Vanessa

Rooms were spacious... good wooden furniture.... staff were friendly.

Hotel is rather isolated with nothing around.
Towels to be renewed

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2019

Tenzin

Amazing Staff

The hotel itself was great and staff excellent. My only complaint was that the wi-fi was unable for our entire stay (4 nights). We had to use Jionet, which only allowed 1GB per activation and requires a phone to connect. As we had 3 devices to connect (and only 2 phones), that became increasingly irritating and such a hassle for such a highly regarded hotel. The bed spread also had a small tear in it and the water hose to wash after using the toilet was broken, but I didn't mind those as much.

Every staff member we ran into was excellent. They were all very helpful in every aspect and very friendly. Sioni, the Friend Desk Receptionist, was also excellent. The staffing was really the \"saving grace\" to any and all issues we faced during our stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Most beautiful and comfortable balcony.
Large rooms

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Soo nice place and soo co-operative staff.
I love to recommend my colleagues and friends to visit and stay this hotel. Near to every big place and not so costly to have any burdne in your pocket.
Friendly environment and good location near to sea and sea view is also auwsome

Friends_and_family Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Good staff

Very helpful staff - the whole team were very welcoming. Complimentary bottled water every day was great!
The rooms are a bit rundown. We didn't visit the beach but it was walkable. Not much to do close by however there is a travel expert to assist in advising and organising activities.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2019

Anthony

All good

All good

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Friendly and helpful staff, spacious room, nice restaurant, and away from the crowds. Thank you!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Good location. Excellent food. Very responsive and welcoming stuff.

4/10

Poor

05 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

The sea facing room which cost extra was not really sea facing. Internet was patchy, cockroaches all over the washroom. Staff was well receptive about the feedback hopefully the issues would be fixed. But the stay was disappointing.

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2018

Anon

Little far from the main city so transport is a bit tough especially at night. Nice beach close by.

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2018

DRGIRISH

3 NIGHTS STAY

We had gone to Goa for National Bridge Tournament in July 2018. We stayed in Hotel Varanda Do Mar for 3 nights. Our overall experience of hotel stay was very satisfying. I would like to thank Assistant Manager Mr Zul and The Manager Mr K Prabhu, who personally took pains to make our hotel stay pleasant & enjoyable.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Perfect location hotel

We stayed here for 3 nights. Hotel is close to beach and easy access to go to beach. Hotel staff was courteous and vey helpful. My 85 years old mother was taken care very well by hotel staff providing all necessary stuff for all 3 days. Restaurant breakfast was perfect as food options took all guests into consideration. Proximity to Panaji downtown is added advantage. Very reasonably priced Veranda do mar is definitely worth staying at when you visit Goa.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Nice quiet hotel close to the beach

I enjoyed my one night stay in this hotel. It had a small pool and the restaurant was excellent. The staff was professional and all very pleasant. My room was large, with a beautiful balcony with a wonderful view of the ocean. The bathroom had a large shower, with a rain shower head and hot water. The bed, linen and pillows were very comfortable and I had a great nights sleep. The air conditioning worked perfectly. I would recommend this hotel for families, couples and solo travelers.

8/10

Excellent

18 Mar 2018

jacqueline

Would stay here again.

Good hotel in quiet location just a couple of kms south of Panaji with views to the sea. 5 mins walk to beach where you can take a boat trip around the bay, and 10 mins walk to other restaurants and bars. Decent breakfast and though we only ate there one evening the food was good and tasty. Good sized room with balcony. Massive comfortable bed. Good bathroom with toiletries and plenty of hot water. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. \"Swing\", the bar, was well stocked, friendly bar staff, and the kareoke singer was very good.
Only downside was that the plunge pool didn't have any seating/beds or shade so wasn't anywhere you could chill out after a day out sightseeing.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Feb 2018

Amit

Comfortable rooms walking distance from the beach

Excellent room with modern facilities and very comfortable. Lovely surrounding view from balcony that just captures the view of the sea. About 20-30 minutes walk from Panaji's centre but lots of places to eat on the way. Easy walking distance from Mirander beach front.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Feb 2018

Naresh Ray

Nice rooms, great food, friendly staff!!!

If you are looking for a hotel to relax, then this is the place, stocked mini bar, snacks and restaurant on premises.... Overall reasonably priced with friendly staff. Not too many amenities but in the vicinity of beaches and other things to do.

8/10

Excellent

10 Jan 2018

louise

Location to

Location to beach 3 minutes ' residential area ' not for a holiday do not stay here stay north or south Goa ' nothing to do ' hotel lovely ' but go somewhere else

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2018

Santosh Sangem

Extremely Warm and Friendly Staff

I have stayed in quite a few hotels, but have not come across such a welcoming and friendly hotel staff. Is this hotel perfect? No. Is the food amazing? No? However, the behavior of the hotel staff makes you overlook these little shortcomings and possibly want to come back again..Which I am looking forward to..

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Great Hotel

Spacious and beautiful room.

6/10

Pleasant

29 Nov 2017

Richard

Room with a view

Convenient location if you want to explore both north and south Goa. Large room with a sea view with lift. Modern, clean bathroom. Awesome air con. Luxury? Really a good 3 star not 4 star. Used mainly by nationals so English misunderstandings happen. Also no western food but we weren't looking for that anyway. Faults attended to promptly, even if not fixed first time. Wi Fi, no different to Australia, that is, not the best. Hard to get local transport from but tourist cars with drivers abounded. Staff were very polite and helpful. Barti in reception is a treasure.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2017

steve

Nice hotel\nBeach has NO life. Nothing there

Nice hotel and staff
The view is only available from top two floors.
Clean and spacious rooms
Nice to have a balcony
Good wifi
Decent breakfast

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2017

Yvonne Richardson

it is a beautiful hotel with a beautiful seaside view. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. Very nice breakfast. Will stay here again any time.

6/10

Pleasant

06 Mar 2017

Average hotel, but with excellent staff.

On arrival I was dismayed that the hotel was a far cry from the smart hotel in the pictures. The foyer/reception was drab & unattractive as were the rooms with peeling paintwork, dreary colour schemes, old furniture. It definitely did not feel four star.
That said, the rooms were clean, serviced daily, there was tea & coffee making facilities in the room with adequate supplies, complimentary bottles of water supplied daily. The bathrooms were modern and clean, with powerful showers and abundant hot water.
The breakfast previously had bad reviews consistently so was not expecting much from it. Pleasant surprise, it was amazing. Predominantly catering for Indians with tasty north & south Indian options varied from day to day. Options to cater for western tastes too.
We ate at the Coastal Curry restaurant in the hotel almost every night and were not disappointed even once . The food was very reasonably priced, had a vast menu, and was very tasty. A big thumbs up to the chef Aditya Mitra.
The things that let this hotel down -
1. Location - not near a good beach. Miramar beach is a less frequented beach. Hotel is 15-20 min walk to Panjim town.
2. Drab reception & foyer - This could easily be smartened up with good lighting and smart furniture.
3. Smarten up the breakfast area & restaurants with fresh modern colours and get rid of the browns and ochres- create some ambience.Same for the rooms.
Our special thanks to Subhomai in the restaurant, Amir & Subrata who cleaned our rooms.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2017

jaswinder

Awesome Experience

Hotel is awesome and rooms are very clean and comfortable. We booked it through expedia.com and got a deal in which breakfast was included. breakfast was awesome and got gud options for north Indian food. I would recommend people to give it a try.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

It was good, Staff and hotel amenities were good. It's near to beach, it's also near market centre in goa.i like it and when I will come again I will stay in varanda do mar

8/10

Excellent

27 Jan 2017

Golu

Nice and comfortable for short stay

Pros: courteous staff, good service, clean room, food was excellent, wifi was free and reliable. AC was powerful.

Cons: limited hot water. The water starts getting cold after 3 minutes of shower. No room security like peep hole or chain. There is a safe in room but no instructions so could not avail it.

8/10

Excellent

08 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

Nice Hotel with Great breakfast and good views

Our experience at Varanda do mar was really good. the hotel is clean and comfortable with great service. The breakfast buffet is awesome and also the rooms have a good view. The service provided was also amazing. would highly recommend this hotel.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Nov 2016

CHANDRESH

i am not happy compare with price hotel is not so good its ok hotel

4/10

Poor

05 Oct 2016

Casey

Nice staff. Bathroom smelled daily. Noisy echos in hallway. A bit out of the way. Nice breakfast. Once again...nice staff.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2016

Verified traveler

Very good location for all amenities

Hotel was just what we expected. The staff went out of their way to be helpful having a restaurant with good food was very handy. Would definitely stay here again.

8/10

Excellent

24 Jan 2016

Vinod

Holiday stay

Really nice hotel

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2015

Marchelle

Good stay but......

I recently stayed at your hotel and it was very nice the staff was courteous and kind, the rooms were kept clean when the house keeping staff cleaned them but at times the stench in the bathroom was overwhelming. I read about the smell in the room from a 2014 review regarding your hotel, but I decided to stay there anyway. I am glad for the experience to stay because overall I could not have stayed at a most quaint little hotel. Thanks for the experience.

8/10

Excellent

18 Mar 2015

Sagar

Nice beach hotel

Everything is Gud apart from restaurant tariff.. Experienced wifi problem in my room but logged with other rum connectivity..

6/10

Pleasant

29 Nov 2014

Verified traveler

Good enough place in Miramar

The room was nice. Generally clean though a few dead bugs in the bathroom. Breakfast was very lackluster and the breakfast room was not as clean as it should have been. Nice staff. Quiet location. I wanted to be in Miramar for a conference, which is why I chose this place.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2014

Chandas

Lovely modern hotel close to the beach

We stayed for 2 nights and enjoyed our stay. The hotel is modern, well appointed and very clean. The quality of fixtures is good. The staff were attentive and very helpful. The WiFi wasn’t working on the day of our arrival due to the fibre being accidentally cut during the roadworks but they managed to get it sorted pretty quickly. The breakfast was complimentary and adequate. Some lovely views can be had from the balcony.

8/10

Excellent

30 Oct 2014

EXCELLENT HOTEL AT BEST RATE AND GOOD LOCATION .

SUPERB LOCATION TO STAY IN PANAJI. SEA FACING ROOM ARE TOO GOOD AFTER 6TH FLOOR ONWARD.

8/10

Excellent

26 Oct 2014

Venkatesh

Captive?

The two restaurants in the hotel are terribly expensive. There is little choice as there aren't any other restaurants in the vicinity (at least 3 km). Taxi to the airport will cost at least Rs.1,000/- (small car). The streets around are not lit in the evenings, so venturing around is not that easy (Goa's speeding vehicles!)

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2014

Arvind

Nice peaceful hotel

No extra charges we had to pay once booked at expedia. The hotel is less than a year old and everything seems new and clean. Very well furnished and very cozy bed too. We enjoyed all the 4 night stay there. If you are in sea facing rooms you can see the sea and hear the waves all the time. Very less traffic around.
Best to hire a two wheeler to go around, taxi service is very expensive. The restaurant Delhi Darbar is also at the ground floor, which is expensive but good food. Buffet breakfast is really good and lot of variety.

Get 5th floor plus rooms if you are booking sea side rooms or you would be looking at long trees at the beach (can't blame hotel for this).

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2014

vrushali

Neat and clean hotel.

Good experience booking on expedia. Servuce was immediately confirmed although it was a last minute booking.

8/10

Excellent

31 Aug 2014

Jaideep

nice hotel in a peaceful locality

It's a good clean property with lovely rooms, some of which have a view of the ocean. It's a quiet locality but not too far from the hustle and bustle too. I'd stay here again.

PS: stay away from the restaurant.