Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort, Cavelossim ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Cavelossim Beach, Cavelossim, India, 403 731

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort is one of Goa's premier beach resorts, blending luxurious accommodations with a stunning beachfront location. Nestled between the serene Cavelossim Beach and lush greenery, the resort spans 26 acres of landscaped gardens. With an exceptional commitment to personalized service, it aims to create unforgettable holiday experiences for its guests. Additionally, the resort offers a blend of authentic Indian and Mughlai cuisine, enriched by the natural beauty surrounding it.

Location

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort is strategically situated about 1.23 km from Cavelossim Beach and is easily accessible from Dabolim Airport, located 45 km away. Nearby notable landmarks include Betul Fort and Holy Cross Catholic Church, enriching the area with cultural significance and natural beauty. The direct beach access provides guests with a delightful opportunity to explore water adventures and local attractions.

Rooms

All 181 rooms at the resort are designed with comfort in mind, featuring amenities such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding. Each room is well-designed with a private balcony offering picturesque views, including garden and pool sights. The spacious setups include various configurations such as suites and quadruple rooms accommodating families and groups effectively.

Eat & Drink

The resort features multiple onsite dining venues, including the Seagull restaurant and Mama Mia. Seagull offers a buffet spread of international dishes for breakfast and dinner, while Mama Mia specializes in fresh seafood and grilled dishes. Guests can enjoy a range of local beverages and refined dining experiences enhanced by elegant surroundings.

Leisure & Business

For leisure, the resort boasts an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a kids club that provides supervised activities. Guests can also indulge in spa and wellness facilities to unwind. Moreover, the resort's sunset bar, adorned with classic Mario Miranda wall illustrations, complements the recreational atmosphere.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Boutique Villa King Room Pool View

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Pool view

Shower

Balcony

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Boutique Villa King Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Balcony

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Executive Villa King Bed Pool View

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Pool view

Shower

Balcony

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City Centre

Cavelossim600 m

Airports

Dabolim (GOI) 42.9 km

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Relaxing Poolside

“The pool was a perfect size and temperature, making it an inviting spot to unwind and soak up the sun.” view full review

Fun Activities

“The hotel offered daily activities for kids, creating a wonderful environment for family bonding and entertainment.” view full review

Delicious Buffets

“The breakfast spread was impressive with plenty of delicious options, especially the fresh local dishes that were simply delightful.” view full review

Spotless Bungalow

“The bungalow was impeccably clean and bright, providing a lovely atmosphere for relaxation during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Water sports
Cycling
Darts
Table tennis
Archery

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Board games
Children's pool
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Massage
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Cavelossim Beach, Cavelossim, India, 403 731

Map view

Cavelossim Beach, Cavelossim, India, 403 731

City landmarks

Beach

Cavelossim Beach

1.2 km

Church

Holy Cross Catholic Church

1.3 km

Beach

Mobor Beach

2.0 km

Beach

Carmona Beach

3.2 km

Church

Holy Cross Chapel-Baradi

3.4 km

Lighthouse

Betul Lighthouse

3.6 km

Quitol

Betul Fort

3.8 km

Sal River

3.7 km

Fatrade

Zalor Beach

3.9 km

Beach

Fatrade Beach

4.5 km

Nearby

Cavelossim Road Near Mike's Place Restaurant

Din Brothers Jewellers and Gold Smiths

180 m

Jack's Place

510 m

Restaurants

Tanggies Restaurant

140 m

Opposite Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort Hotel Mobor

Casa Lisoboa

140 m

Royal Goan Beach Club

Upper Deck

140 m

Radisson Blu Resort

The Restaurant at the Leela

140 m

Mobor

Greco

140 m

Radisson Blu Resort

Fig & Olive

140 m

Holiday Inn Resort

Gaffino's

140 m

Gaffino's Beach Resort

Goan Village

350 m

Cavelossim

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience. <br />

74%

liked the resort and would come back

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.4

Service

7.6

Dining

5.8

4.5/5 based on 3910 reviews

#3 of 15 hotels in Cavelossim based on Tripadvisor

John

United Kingdom, December 2024

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location is just perfect, only a couple of minutes from the beach, and the staff treated us with such warmth and friendliness. We received a lovely complimentary upgrade for our anniversary, which made our experience even more special. The dining options were good, but I did wish there were more choices available. Overall, it’s a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious and beautifully decorated for our anniversary, making us feel really special. Everything was clean and comfortable.

Service

10.0

From the warm welcome by the reception staff to the splendid doorman Yadav, the service was really impressive. Everyone was helpful and attentive.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, just a 2-minute walk to the beach, which is a major plus. The area is also very pleasant to explore.

Dining

7.0

We dined at the Kebab and Curries restaurant, and while the food was good, I felt the menu could use a few more options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has a lovely pool area with enough sunbeds and umbrellas, making it perfect for relaxation.

Georgia

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the positive side, the location right by the beach was fantastic, and the rooms were spacious and beautifully designed. However, there were significant issues with service and dining overall, as food cleanliness and variety left much to be desired.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and beautifully done, complete with balconies and clean linen. I initially faced an issue with room allocation, but the manager quickly rectified it. Overall, I appreciated the comfort.

Service

5.0

While some staff members were genuinely friendly and helpful, like Sadyia at the concierge, the overall service fell short due to cleanliness issues in the dining area and the lack of attention to detail.

Location

9.0

The location is great, with easy access to the beach and various restaurants offering water sports nearby. It was certainly a highlight of my stay.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was lacking. There were cleanliness issues with the mugs and cutlery, and the overall food variety was limited. I found the choices unappetizing and quite below expectations.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities had potential, but maintenance seemed lacking, with dirty sun beds and bird droppings around the pool area.

Jennifer

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is excellent, right on Cavelossim beach, making it easy to enjoy the sand and sea. The staff, especially in the restaurant and house keeping, were friendly and helpful, which was a plus. Unfortunately, the dining options were quite disappointing, and I encountered issues with cleanliness and service that detracted from my stay. Overall, it offers good value for money given the location, but there are definitely areas needing improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a separate resort-like shape and were quite appealing, though I had to switch rooms initially. It felt like settling into my holiday once I moved.

Service

5.0

The service was hit or miss. While some staff members were polite and courteous, there were consistent issues like the pool bar running out of water and dirty conditions during meals.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, right on the beach and surrounded by beautiful flowering plants, with easy access to shopping nearby.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience left much to be desired. The Indian food had a wide variety, but many dishes were lukewarm, and cleanliness issues were a constant concern.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were decent, but the pool area was less clean than I expected, with bird droppings around and dirty sun beds.

Isaac

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.6/10

The hotel had its ups and downs. While the initial rooms we received were not great and had issues like mosquitoes and drainage smells, the staff was very accommodating and helped us switch to better rooms. The location is fantastic, with easy access to a lovely beach and plenty of local dining options. However, the dining choices could have been more varied, especially for breakfast. Overall, it was a decent stay, but there were definitely areas for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

Our first rooms had issues with mosquitoes and unpleasant smells, but after switching, we found the new rooms to be spacious and clean, although the shower pressure was low.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive, especially from the duty manager and staff like Tan, who really went out of their way to help us.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is very convenient, with lots of restaurants, bars, and just a short walk to the beach.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good but lacked variety, especially during breakfast, which could have been better.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were average; the pool was nice, but overall, there wasn't much to boast about.

Christina

United Kingdom, August 2024

8.6/10

I had a fantastic stay at the hotel, with a great beach location and friendly staff that really went out of their way to help. The rooms were quite spacious and well-maintained, which was a definite plus. However, I found the dining experience to be a bit lacking in variety, especially the breakfast options. Overall, it felt like good value for money, though the Wi-Fi situation could be improved as it wasn't included in the price.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and well-maintained, offering all the necessary toiletries.

Service

9.0

The staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly, always proactive in attending to our needs.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the beach, making it very convenient for sunbathing and enjoying beach shacks nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good, but I wish there had been more variety, particularly for breakfast.