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About Resort

Vainguinim Beach, Santa Cruz, India, 403004

Sandalwood Hotel & Suites is a 3-star hotel featuring colonial-style architecture and a range of on-site amenities. This Santa Cruz hotel offers outdoor swimming pools, a gym, and diverse dining options. Enjoy proximity to nearby beaches and local attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Sandalwood Hotel & Suites offers an array of well-appointed rooms, each featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and complimentary WiFi. Many rooms include private balconies and additional amenities such as kettles, electronic safes, and premium bedding.

Dining Options

Dining options include the main restaurant, Upper Coast Cafe, which serves North and South Indian cuisine along with continental choices. A bar with a pool table and a seasonal outdoor bar, Salud, provide additional choices for refreshments.

Leisure & Services

Leisure facilities at Sandalwood Hotel & Suites feature outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, a game room, and a small spa. Guests can also enjoy the terrace and lawn area with a seasonal bar located in front of the lobby.

Location & Transportation

Sandalwood Hotel & Suites is conveniently located 200 meters from the beach and provides a free one-way shuttle service to Panjim Market. The nearest bus stations, Dona Paula and Kadamba Bus Terminus, are within walking distance, facilitating easy transportation.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

540 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

Explore a range of transportation options for your spa getaway

City Centre

Santa Cruz 1.6 mi

Airports

Dabolim (GOI) 16.2 mi

Belgaum (IXG) 82.0 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious In-House Restaurant

During my stay, I thoroughly enjoyed the meals at the in-house restaurant. The food was fantastic, and I appreciate the chef's efforts in preparing tasty dishes. They served a buffet, and on one evening, there was live performance by local artists, which enhanced the dining experience.

Nicholas123. United Kingdom, 2024-01-15Read full review on

Relaxing Swimming Pool

I loved spending time at the small but clean swimming pool. It was a great place to unwind and relax after a long day of exploring. While there was no one to assist, the pool area was well-maintained and provided a peaceful atmosphere.

Ray2024. Australia, 2024-02-10Read full review on

Clean and Comfortable Rooms

The 1-bedroom suite I stayed in was good. It had two balconies offering different views, and the space was clean and well-maintained. The room had all the necessary amenities that made my stay comfortable, excluding some minor details.

Jade_Sunny. Canada, 2024-03-05Read full review on

Decent Gym Facilities

The gym provided decent equipment to keep up with my fitness routine, although I did notice some older machines that could use an upgrade. Nevertheless, it was a good place to maintain my exercise regimen during my stay.

SebastianFit. United States, 2024-04-12Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Off-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Vainguinim Beach, Santa Cruz, India, 403004

Map view

Vainguinim Beach, Santa Cruz, India, 403004

City landmarks

Dona Paula Jetty Road

Dona Paula View Point

1.8 mi

Beside The Old Secretariat Building

Statue of Abbe Faria

3100 ft

Mandovi Waterfronts Inside the Compound of St. Cajetan's Church

Gateway of the Palace of Yusuf Adil Shah

3100 ft

MG Road Near Goa Police Headquarter

Azad Maidan

3100 ft

Narve Village Near Konkan Area

Saptakoteshwar Temple

3100 ft

Near Pilar Hillock

Pilar Museum

3100 ft

Up Hill - Behind St. Cajeton's Church Old Goa

Our Lady of Monte Chapel

3100 ft

Near Central Library

Institute Menezes Braganza

3100 ft

Avenida Dom Joao de Castro

Indian Customs & Central Excise Museum

3100 ft

Church

Royal Chapel of St Anthony

3100 ft

Church

Our Lady of the Rosary Church

4300 ft

Taleigao Village

Goa University

1.4 mi

Near Verna Plateau

Kesarval Spring

5200 ft

Church

Chapel of St Lawrence

5100 ft

9 Km From Panaji

Cabo Fort

1.1 mi

Porvorim Town

Pinto De Rosario Mansion

3100 ft

M. G. Road Opp. Club National

Azulejos de Goa

3100 ft

Taluka - Canacona Near the Palolem Beach

Pandava's Drum

3100 ft

Church

Cabo Chapel

3100 ft

Statue of General Dr Miguel Caetano Dias

3100 ft

Riverside

The Secretariat

3100 ft

Church

Church Of St Anne At Talaulim

3100 ft

Archbishop's House

Kristu Kala Mandir Art Gallery

3100 ft

Althino Beside the Mandowi River

Secretariat Building

3100 ft

Near Cabo Raj Bhavan

British Cemetery

1.2 mi

Marine Highway

Goa Science Centre

1.6 mi

Beach

Dona Paula Beach

1.4 mi

South Goa District

Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary

1.8 mi

Library

Panaji State Central Library

5100 ft

Nearby

Vainguinim Beach

Gao

700 ft

Restaurants

Pastry Palace Panaji

5200 ft

10 GroundFloor Shop No Hotel Virashree

Hotel Anandashram a Notch Up Restaurant

5200 ft

Almira Apts

Baskin-Robbins

5200 ft

7 Gurudatta Building Mg Road

Reviews and Ratings <br />

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

loved the resort and would return for another relaxing stay

Friendly service

Well-maintained pool

Stuffy rooms

Transport access issues

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.0

Location

6.0

Service

7.5

Dining

6.3

Samantha

United Kingdom, March 2025

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite enjoyable, with a lovely pool area that offered relaxation. The rooms were clean but a bit stuffy upon arrival, and the dining experience was good with delicious meals. While the location is close to a quiet beach, accessing local transport can be tricky, especially at night. Overall, it provided a decent value for money, although some improvements are needed in room maintenance.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean but felt a little stuffy upon entry, making them not as inviting. The compact Suite room was a better choice compared to the initially reserved Compact room.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff really went out of their way to be helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is decent as the beach is just a short walk away, but evening transport can be a challenge.

Dining

8.0

Dining at the restaurant was quite nice, with delicious food that exceeded my expectations.

Facilities

9.0

The pool area was well-maintained and a great place to unwind. There were also two bars to enjoy drinks in the evenings.

Friendly service

Stuffy rooms

Ethan

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.0/10

I had a pretty disappointing experience at this hotel, to say the least. The location was far from shops and restaurants, making it incredibly inconvenient. The rooms, while spacious, felt outdated and weren't as clean as I had hoped. On the plus side, the staff was reasonably friendly, but overall, I wouldn't recommend this place if you're looking for a quality stay.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were large, which I appreciated, but they felt outdated and needed a good cleaning. The private balcony was a nice bonus, but overall the decor was tired.

Service

6.0

Although the staff was friendly, they seemed overwhelmed and not very efficient, which led to some frustrating experiences.

Location

5.0

The hotel was situated in a remote area, far from any shops or restaurants, which made it difficult to explore. I felt isolated during my stay.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited and quite pricey for what was offered. The breakfast had little variety, which was disappointing.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were minimal and did not meet my expectations for a resort spa. The pool area was decent but wasn't enough to make up for other shortcomings.

Spacious rooms

Poor location

Ella

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.2/10

I found the hotel to be a decent spot for a short getaway, with spacious rooms and a pleasant atmosphere, but there were several drawbacks. The Wi-Fi was quite unreliable, and the hotel's location is not convenient for those wanting to explore the nearby attractions. Breakfast options were limited, and the noise from outdoor events was disruptive at times.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are quite spacious, feeling more like a comfortable one-bedroom apartment, although they could use a bit more cleaning attention.

Service

6.0

The staff was polite, but response times could be better, especially for room service and dining inquiries.

Location

5.0

The hotel is relatively far from the city, about 10-15 km, making it challenging to reach shops and restaurants without a vehicle.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast was okay, but I felt it could use more variety and better presentation to enhance the dining experience.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area is nice, although smaller than expected, and I missed having staff around to assist with swimming activities.

Robert

United Kingdom, December 2024

8.2/10

I had a lovely getaway at this resort, situated just a short walk from a beautiful beach surrounded by greenery. The rooms were spacious and clean, which made my stay comfortable. The staff were genuinely warm, making me feel at home. However, the dining options felt a bit limited in variety, and getting around without a car could be a hassle due to expensive taxi fares.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and quite comfortable with great showers and cozy beds.

Service

9.0

The staff were really courteous and helpful, ensuring I had everything I needed throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect, just a couple of minutes' walk to a stunning beach.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, but I felt the menu could use some more variety, especially for dinner.