Alagoa Guest House Villa
, Betalbatim Beach
Alagoa Guest House Villa Reviews
- Activities: Martin
- Good For: Beach
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
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My friends and I have used this hotel since before the new part was built and we love
it but you have to remember it is a cheap and basic place. The rooms in the old part
are clean and basic and most now have a/c, all have fans and t/v. We only stay in old part. The rooms in the new part all have a/c, fans, t/v phone,and balcony's. The food
is good and drinks are cheep and the staff are fantastic as is the view from the hotel.
the beech is a short walk away and is something to remember. there are a number of
restaurants a short taxi ride away and well worth visiting.
I will alway's go back to the Alagoa Hotel
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
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my 3rd time in Goa, candolim twice this time betalbatim which i found to be so much better that candolim as it is so peaceful.
Unlike candolim we had no beach sellers or beggars an the sea was so calm I was able to swim all day everyday.
The alagoa is a basic hotel but it was clean and I did not find it necessary to have the air con on during the night, it is also situated it a perfect spot, I spent at least half hour each morining watching the wildlife on and around the lotus lake, take binoculars its a must. The staff are really nice at the hotel and nothing is to much trouble. Unlike the previous review on this site We ate at the hotel and didnt find anything odd, we didnt have to ask for more butter at breakfast and the service was good but probably unlike the other review i got what i paid for, a 2* basic as stated in the brochure hotel.
I enjoyed the Alagoa so much when I returned home I booked for 3 weeks next year, ahh perfect I hope it doesnt change.
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Manos
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Anyone considering this accommodation should think again. The old rooms are a throwback to backpacker’s digs with padlocks on the doors.
Our room overlooked the reception area but this consisted of a view of a tiled roof.
As the breeze drops during the night, these rooms quickly become stiflingly hot and so either repeated showers are necessary or the additional cost for the air conditioning unit to be turned on. This costs 500 rupees per day and I heartily recommend it, if you need to sleep at night.
Our second night was a lot more fun as we had to share the room with a swarm of ants. Although they sprayed the room excessively, no trace was found as to where the ants came from, so we asked to be moved into one of the new rooms.
This would normally be at an additional cost of 1000 rupees per night but as we had already paid for the a/c, they agreed to move us at no charge.
Food at the Alagoa is bizarre to so the least as the catering is no more than a token gesture. They offer a range of dishes but are at no means delivered in order i.e. starter/main course/dessert and more than one person can stop everyone from eating together.
However it is cheap. Eggs are the smallest chicken eggs that money can buy and you will need to ask for additional butter as this has been restricted.
The staff there are very pleasant but are constantly being scrutinised by the owner, if he is there.
The location of the Alagoa is nice within the paddy fields and coconut palms just 10 minutes from the beach and if they spent some money on the property, it could be a little treasure trove, however this is unlikely.
In summary, if you do not intend to eat there and only require a basic accommodation, it is ideal however if you like to enjoy your holiday, book somewhere else and there are far better deals available.
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
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We really liked Alagoa. It is in a quiet area of Goa with not a lot of tourists. Beach is superb - not many people on it, not too many people trying to sell you stuff/asking for money.
Guest house has two main parts - the new and the old section. We stayed in the new part - rooms with aircon, fridge, TV, ensuite and balcony. Rooms overlook paddy field or lotus lake.
Hotel staff very friendly and helpful - hotel was really clean, room cleaned with fresh sheets and towels every day.
We didn’t eat in the restaurant but chose to eat at a beach shack called The Baggies which is the first place you come to on the beach - food was delicious, lovely seafood, all food washed and cooked in bottled water so no deli belly!
Relaxed part of Goa, close to Colva where there are few tourist shops to buy presents.
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Manos
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We booked this holiday knowing it was a no * guest house. I think we were a little shocked when we got there, but you do get what you pay for. If you want a base to sleep and don't intend to be in your room hours on end then this place is fine. The room was basic, floor abit dusty with the odd ghecko or insect visiting but sound enough. The shower room worked but was not sparkling. The breakfast's consisted of an omlette and juice/ coffee. Nothing outstanding but enough to set you up for the morning ahead.
The garden in front of the guest house was lovely and well tended to. The paddy fields behind the guest house gave the feeling of being in a palmy retreat. The staff were pleasant although we did not see much of them. We did not spend much time there. The local village is nice and the beach is lovely. It is easy to get a taxi to local restuarants or towns. The bar was not open very late at night and you felt as though they wanted close as soon as they could. So it's probably best to not plan on having much of a night cap back at the bar.
If you want to pay a small price and live it up around the south of Goa then this place is fine but if you want to relax by the pool or retreat to a cool hotel room of an afternoon then this is not the one for you. We did have one of our best holidays here even though it is the most basic hotel we have ever stayed!