Dona Sylvia Beach Resort Hotel, Cavelossim, India

Hotel Information

Recent Price: £191
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User Rating:
8.5 / 10
(12 User Reviews)

Hotel Description:

The delightful Dona Sylvia, set in 20 acres of colourful gardens, has been a popular choice for British guests for many years, which is mainly due to its informal, friendly atmosphere and attentive service. The hotel is situated in a prime location leading on to the fabulous Cavelossim Beach with its gently shelving golden sands. A quiet resort with a handful of shops, bars and restaurants all within 200m. Dona Sylvia offers excellent facilities including a large swimming pool with surrounding sun terrace, perfect for lazy days soaking up the sun, clubhouse bar, snack bar, buffet restaurant and lounge.
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Dona Sylvia Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

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"  Dona Silvia dont go "

Submitted By: howard jarvis
If you want a holiday in the real india go to the Dona Silvia Most of the customers are from india on three day breaks.
We had new indian neighbours FOUR times during our two weeks holiday in the next apartment and all of them liked to spend their... read more

Advice: beutiful beaches

Activities:

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    2 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Mar 2009
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Thomson

" Idyllic Holiday Resort "

Submitted By: ericb
We returned to the Dona Sylvia this year, after staying there last year, and we feel that the food was if anything even better than last year. We were a party of six (one of whom has had problems with upset stomachs in many other parts of the world)... read more

Advice: Get to know the beach shack owners, they are full of helpful advise

Activities: River cruise great, and shopping in Margoa (for the ladies!)

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Feb 2009
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" food "

Submitted By: paulwalsh701@hotmail.com
although the staff were so friendly and helpful and the place was as beautiful as last year the food was a complete let down, I had the runs with in 2 days... cos of uncooked meat especially at the snack bar,where the boys who ran it were often... read more

Advice: go... but eat elsewhere

Activities: the sunset cruise and river trips were brilliant with jack

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    5 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Feb 2009
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Thomson

" i absoloutly loved this holiday its... "

Submitted By: Miss Aj Bryan
i absoloutly loved this holiday its the best one i have ever been on.
this hotel is so ideal let alone beautiful. it is in a perfect place right on the lovely beach where you can relax and sunbathe and there are also plenty of beach shacks that do... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Apr 2008
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" After having a holiday to Hurghada... "

Submitted By: Mrs S Hudson
After having a holiday to Hurghada cancelled 22 hours before departure we booked the Dona Sylvia the next day, spent the following day at the Consulate getting visas and flew out the next day. We had no idea what to expect but we found that we had... read more

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Feb 2008
  • Board Basis:Select
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" JUST HAD TWO FANTASTIC WEEKS AT DONA... "

Submitted By: Miss D.J. WILSON
JUST HAD TWO FANTASTIC WEEKS AT DONA SYLVIA HOTEL. STAYED IN A LOVELY BUNGALOW IN HOTEL GROUNDS WITH THE BEACH TWO MINUTES WALK AWAY. STAFF VERY PLEASANT AND ALWAYS SMILING. HOTEL FOOD GOOD AND PLENTIFUL BUT WOULD ONLY GO HALF BOARD NEXT TIME AS DO NOT... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Feb 2007
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Thomson

" We went to goa with an open mind, a... "

Submitted By: Miss L DAVIS
We went to goa with an open mind, a culture shock when you land but it was the best holiday we have ever been on, the hotel was very clean and relaxed, alway people tending to the gardens and cleaning. Hotel Food was lovely, was also able to find... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Nov 2007
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" A truly first class experience,... "

Submitted By: Mrs J Fenby
A truly first class experience, welcoming staff, beautiful location. Immaculate gardens and 28k of beach on the doorstep - try to get one of the beach view bungalows, there is probably a waiting list! But all rooms good size and standard. One small... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2006
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" We were due to stay in Candolim, but... "

Submitted By: ericb
We were due to stay in Candolim, but First Choice changed the hotel at the last minute.

Not a problem, as the Dona Sylvia was superb, and on the best beach in Goa. We have been to Goa, and Kerala, several times previously, and would not... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2006
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Absolutely brilliant in every way... "

Submitted By: Mrs C Richards
Absolutely brilliant in every way possible!

I cannot think of anything bad about Dona Sylvia or indeed of Goa. It is like being in paradise and after English grey skies was a real boost to the system.

All the staff at Dona Sylvia... read more

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  • User Rating:
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  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2006
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Well what can I say after reading the... "

Submitted By: Mr S Whelan
Well what can I say after reading the only review on here actually bought back some very wonderful memories.

I have no plans to go into depth but will keep the statements short but TRUE

Our time at the Dona Sylvia and the whole... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Mar 2004
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Airtours

" Arriving at the Donna Sylvia is a... "

Submitted By: Mr S Sweeney
Arriving at the Donna Sylvia is a great experience, a fully uniformed doorman opens the cab door and salutes you, the luggage porters unload your luggage, and you begin to realize you are not expected to raise a finger during your stay. The Reception... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2004
  • Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently
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