Goa Marriott Resort Hotel

stayed at the mariott after a week in the Grand Hyatt resort and spa, also in Goa. The Hyatt was on the whole better. (but more expensive) Despite two prevoius reviews saying breakfast at the Marriott was great, it was rubbish compared with the Hyatt. Howere there was a better selection for lunch and dinner at the Marriott. Marriott has a better location, the Hyatt is in the middle of nowhere. Did not mind small pool, how much water do you need to swim in?? service was good in Marriott, but at the Hyatt is was exemplary. We stayed in an... more

I booked this because of the previous reviews - but we were really disappointed. Of course, it's about what you expect - so the Marriott may be suitable for some - not for us. Overall, this is a rather noisy conference and package tourist hotel with ok service in a remote location. Let's start with the good things: Service is very friendly. People are nice. It's located directly at the channel (not the sea!) so you always have a nice breeze. Breakfast ist really stunning. A huge variety and high quality - throughout. The spa... more

The Marriot Hotel in Panjim Goa is in my opinion a first class experience from the minute you walk through the doors. The cleanliness of the hotel is exemplary and the professionalism and friendly nature of the staff immediately shine through. The rooms are very large and extremely clean with the most comfortable beds. The air conditioning is extremely effective and not in the least noisy. The Hotel has an air of peace and tranquility about it. Despite a recent review from others I found the pool with its swim up bar to be one which the... more

Friendly Staff, Excellent Cuisine- the Indian breakfasts are amazing. Clean rooms - lovely view over the bay. Good pool area and access to the beach. Go outside the hotel to organise your taxi for the week - Recommended

We stayed here in early January and had a very good experience. The best feature is the friendly staff who were always helpful. We have had better breakfast buffets but the marsala dhosa could not be faulted. The rooms are getting a little tired and our balcony door would not lock which wasn't such a security problem as the slider was also broken and the door difficult to open!

Advertised as luxury 5 star, but more like a poor 4 star. No beach, smell from water wafting around, pool is more akin to a large paddling pool than a 5 star hotel swimming pool, room in poor condition, bad food, warm beer, poor air-conditioning, generally poor service. If you go, then the best rooms are the suites. NB. The hotel at least has good toilets which you will come to appreciate after a few days.

We stayed at the Marriott from Christmas Eve to January 7th and found it a truly memorable experience. The whole complex is spotlessly clean and the staff are unfailingly courteous and friendly - nothing is too much trouble. We have stayed at other 5 stars in Aus and South America but this one wins hands down. The pool with swim-up bar is fantastic. There is no beach but a ridiculously cheap taxi ride north or south of the hotel takes you to wonderful beaches (we visited 7). This wasn't just a holiday it was a real experience. Go!!

We have just returned from a 2 week stay at the Goa Marriott Resort which we chose based on the reviews on this page and it did not disappoint!! The hotel is excellently run and the staff cannot do enough for you and are always polite with a smile on their face. We went for an upgrade to a sea view (as recommended here) and the room was clean and comfortable with the best bed I have ever slept in at a hotel (loved the duvet over the mattress idea!) We had towel art in abundance as well with flowers, swans and crabs to name but a... more

I have just returned last week from a wonderful trip to Goa. Stayed at the Marriott thanks to the recommendations of a few friends of mine who have been there a few times, and the Marriott sure does not disappoint. Right from the time I walked into the lobby when the lovely sunset across the waters greeted me, to the beautifully done up towel art (they do up the bath towels in different shapes likes elephants!) when we walked in, very nicely done theme dinners at the plush 24-hour restaurant, to the lovely atmosphere in the sea side seafood... more

The Marriot Goa is a good property - good food & Service, nice pool, good setting BUT NO BEACH. Now if you really feel that you can enjoy your vacation in Goa and not have a beach in the vicinity go ahead.... There is nothing else wrong with the place. Infact the facilities like kids room, spa, casino are really good. City of Panaji is 5 mins drive. However this hotel is a favourite with seminar, conference crowds and the kind of people which do land here for such events can spoil the ambience of this place. You need to be lucky... more