Novotel Goa Resort & Spa Candolim
Novotel Goa Resort & Spa Candolim is a Bali-inspired 5-star resort in North Goa, offering an outdoor pool, spa, and diverse dining options amidst lush paddy fields.
Nestled amidst the serene paddy fields and rolling hills of North Goa, Novotel Goa Resort & Spa Candolim welcomes guests to a Bali-inspired 5-star experience. The resort features an inviting outdoor swimming pool complete with a sunken bar, offering a refreshing retreat. From select outdoor areas, guests can enjoy views of the Candolim hillocks. The property is conveniently located a short drive from the popular Candolim, Baga, and Calangute Beaches. Guests also have access to certain facilities at the nearby Novotel Goa Candolim, and complimentary WiFi is available throughout the resort.
Rooms are designed for comfort, featuring signature bedding, a 42-inch flat-screen TV, Fairtrade bathroom amenities, and private balconies, providing a peaceful space to unwind.
The resort enjoys a prime location close to North Goa’s vibrant dining scene, lively nightlife, and local markets. Goa International Airport and Madgaon Railway Station are both approximately a 45-minute drive away.
Culinary experiences at the resort include two bars and two restaurants, complemented by 24-hour in-room dining. Guests can socialize at the energetic Chy lobby bar, offering a menu of local favourites, or swim up to the Sunken bar for cocktails set against the backdrop of the paddy fields. Vero Cibo serves as the signature Mediterranean seafood restaurant, while Food Exchange provides interactive live cooking stations.
For relaxation and rejuvenation, the Warren Tricomi spa is housed within a traditional Bali wooden structure, surrounded by a tropical mini-forest. The spa offers a range of treatments, including Balinese, Swedish, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, and Ayurveda therapy, alongside a salon featuring Goa’s only Turkish Hammam.
Further amenities include free yoga sessions and access to the ‘Happy Place, where children can enjoy engaging activities and daycare services. Guests can also make use of the sports zone, fitness centre, bicycle rental, and concierge services.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Infinity pool
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Fence around pool
Wellness
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Water slide
- Hammam Additional charge
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
Guest reviews· 7.8/10 (497)
Guests generally praise the Novotel Goa Resort & Spa Candolim as an excellent option, often exceeding expectations and being labeled "the best resort in Goa" by some. The property is frequently described as peaceful, entertaining, and offering good value for money, making it a particularly strong choice for families with young children. The staff consistently receives high marks for their service and friendliness, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience.
The hotel's amenities are a clear draw, with the outdoor swimming pool and spa and wellness center being popular features. Guests also appreciate conveniences like special diet menus available on request and the option for breakfast in the room. Its location near Manohar International Airport and Deltin Royale Casino is seen as beneficial, situating it well within the best of Candolim.
While the property is considered nice overall, some reviews suggest there's room for improvement, hinting that it "could be a lot better" in certain aspects. The specifics of these improvements are not detailed in the provided feedback, but the overarching sentiment remains positive, with the hotel clearly excelling in providing a satisfying stay for many.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 8.1
- Staff
- 8.5
- Location
- 8.2
- Comfort
- 8.3
- Value for money
- 7.6
- Wi-Fi
- 8.5
- Breakfast
- 7.0
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- 2 restaurants
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Good breakfast