Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel

5.0 star property
Cavelossim beach hotel with 2 bars/lounges, spa

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Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Premium Suite | Living room
Exterior
Premium Suite | Beach/ocean view
Sauna, steam room, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Spa
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 January 2025

Room options

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Villa, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 2 Single Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Executive Villa, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 53 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Villa, 2 Single Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Premium Villa, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Villa, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 King Bed (Boutique)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Villa, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Villa, 2 Single Beds (Boutique)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Cavelossim Road, Mobor, Cavelossim, Goa, 403 731

What's nearby

  • Cavelossim Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mobor Beach - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Varca Beach - 19 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Benaulim Beach - 30 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Colva Beach - 40 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Dabolim Airport (GOI) - 68 min drive
  • Curchorem Station - 26 min drive
  • Cansaulim Verna Station - 29 min drive
  • Canacona Station - 30 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Zest Cafe And Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kinara Family Bar And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's River Cove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa Lisboa - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Cavelossim. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa. Kebabs and Kurries serves Indian cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a fitness centre.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 181 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • Archery
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Boat tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (39751 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, SUHAM SPA. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Kebabs and Kurries – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in Indian cuisine and only serves dinner.
Seagull – This family restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Mama Mia – This poolside steakhouse specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Amalia – This bar specialises in vegan cuisine. Open daily.
Tia Maria – This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per adult: INR 11800
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per child: INR 5900 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) gala dinner per adult: INR 11800
  • Christmas Day (25 December) gala dinner per child: INR 5900 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: INR 11800
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: INR 5900 (from 6 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 3305 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for INR 1500.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 3000.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort Cavelossim
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Cavelossim
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Opening October 2017)
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Opening Soon)
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel Hotel
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel Cavelossim
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel Hotel Cavelossim

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 3305 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel also has 2 bars, a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel?
Yes, Kebabs and Kurries offers Indian cuisine and poolside dining.
What's the area around Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel like?
Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel is located a short 5-minute walk from Cavelossim Beach.

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

1/10 Never recommended
We booked three rooms and a rental car in advance for a three-day stay, paying in full. **Day 1:** At check-in, the reception staff refused to give us the rooms we had booked near each other. Instead, they forced us into different, far-off locations because they had assigned our rooms to a company group that booked the same day. It took nearly two hours to check in, and the staff was unhelpful and uncooperative. How can they prioritize a last-minute company group over our pre-booked family trip? **Day 2:** With the company group checking out, they offered us an upgrade to rooms nearby, but the process took half a day, ruining our second day as we spent most of it moving rooms. We also faced issues with our rental car. Every time we left or returned to the property, a local rental union harassed us, insisting that only their cars were allowed. The resort's security seemed to side with them. When we raised our safety concerns with the resort reception, the staff again refused to assist. **Day 3 (Checkout):** Things escalated when our taxi driver arrived to pick us up. The resort security refused to let him in, leading to a heated argument with the union members. This frightened my family, especially my mom and kids. When we asked the resort reception for help, they refused, telling us to move our luggage outside the parking gate to board and offering no further assistance. It was shocking that they, as hosts, didn’t take responsibility for their guest Horrible experience
Vivek, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Kamrul, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice property , clean and very near to the beach. Nice swimming pool and big room. The food prices are on the higher side.
ajay, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is nice, but needs some renovation in the rooms. Breakfast was excellent! The front desk costume service could be improved. I had a wonderful massage at the spa!
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast Buffet Servers were great taking care of customers. The welcome drink was local goan and was great . Staff was great
Atul, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Adi, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Dhaval, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Wifi did not work in the room.
Rajesh, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a great time at the Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Hotel. Breakfasts were really good - very varied with both continental and Indian choices available. We came during a quiet period so lots of space around the pool which was well maintained. HOWEVER We arrived around 3am and had booked a family room which was supposed to accommodate 4 people. We were surprised to find only one large bed in the room and no preparations had been made for the family. When we questioned them about the room they advised that the window seat doubled up as a bed! It was certainly not a bed as the cushion was very hard and only a small person could sleep in that corner. I can't believe that we paid extra for a family room only to discover that our room was the same size as all the other ones! The staff were very friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much for them. They are a credit to the hotel which is why I was shocked to find out that the hotel's treatment of their staff was less that expected. There is a huge array of food available at the buffets throughout the day in the hotel. I asked a member of staff what happened to the food once the service was over and was advised that it is all thrown away and staff are not allowed to eat the leftover food. In this economic crisis, I find it heartbreaking that the hotel would treat their staff this way. They would rather throw away the food than offer it to their hardworking staff who make this hotel what it is today. Shame on them!
Shila, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Super se bhi upar
Sunil, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Property is okay no bad.
Glen, 1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very good

Abhishek, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Ian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location : awesome beach view resort , very neat and clean Room: awesome cottage type rooms, very open and nice feeling. Neat and clean room Food: very nice Staff : very polite and cooperative Restaurant: good food and good option
Anil Kumar, 4-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

First of all would like to highlight the check in time for the property is 3pm which is very very late. I was travelling with my family(wife and 1 year old kid) and reached Goa at 9am. From North Goa Airport to Hotel is around 1.5hrs.One can go ahead and book Goa Miles Taxi from airport to hotel which will cost around Rs 2500/-.We had requested the hotel for early check in, although when we reached the hotel they told us we are fully booked and asked us to explore the property. We did that but even after 3hrs they could not get us a single room for checkin.Finally they managed to get us a room at 2pm with so much hassle and constantly reminding them. Overall food is very good and the spread is nice althrough the rates are very steep. Room service-They don't care to take the phone call of guests.Had to call several times before someone answers the phone or have to connect through the reception. Room has all amenities but they are old. Lastly i would like to highlight that the hotel is surrounded by taxi union which don't allow outside taxi to come to the hotel and if you go to book taxi through hotel they charge around 2-2.5 times the actual cost. In our case they asked us to pay Rs 6000/- to MOPA Airport which is very steep. It's as if they are looting the guests in broad daylight with no cap on the pricing. Overall the stay was below expectations and it felt that they are short of staff and could not effectively manage all the guests.
Kunal, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Jatinder, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Stay was great. Breakfast at the seagull restaurant was busy and there were flies sitting on fresh cut fruits.
Kennedy, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Komal, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Some staff are exceptional, others need training
Jaspaul, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property, beautiful beach
harsh, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Good check in, very nice grounds. Room a little tired. Very close to beach. Extensive breakfast oprtions.
Suzanne, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful property. It is used largely for weddings and corporate events. It can get very noisy with the heavy base music.
Sue, 11-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really good beach side resort. Cute little huts with two rooms each or a bungalow type hut with just one room in the ground floor. Great breakfast buffet and private access to the beach made it very convenient. The beach itself was amazing, very quiet. Many options to eat outside of the resort and it’s situated right across from a super market which was also very convenient.
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10/10 Exceptional

Property is good for a group vacation with clean private beach with less crowd and games room. The entire property is clean and mostly free of mosquitoes.
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