Holiday Inn Goa Candolim, GoaHoliday Inn Goa Candolim in Goa, India has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 38 of 80 hotels we score in Goa. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.7 before correction: Booking.com 3.3, Tripadvisor 4.7, Agoda 3.3. Rooms from about $73 a night (cached, not a live quote).Holiday Inn Goa Candolim is a five-star hotel situated on the Sinquerim hills in North Goa. The property sits by a river and overlooks green landscapes, located a short walk from Sinquerim Beach and near Fort Aguada. It features 106 modern rooms, many of which include attached balconies. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, gym, and spa facilities. The hotel provides onsite dining, a business centre, and free private parking. It suits travellers looking for proximity to Candolim and Calangute beaches. One limitation is that the air conditioning may struggle to function following power outages.What stands out

Spacious rooms with balconies

Access to Sinquerim Beach

Onsite spa and gym

Helpful staff and clean rooms

Watch out for

Air conditioning issues after power cuts

Minibar drinks are not cold

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