Name: Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort
Address: Goa, IN
Price range: From $870

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort, GoaNovotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort in Goa, India has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 41 of 80 hotels we score in Goa. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Booking.com 3.3, Tripadvisor 4.3, Agoda 3.4. Rooms from about $870 a night (cached, not a live quote).Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort is a modern beachfront property situated in Cavelossim, South Goa. Set within 20 acres of landscaped gardens, the resort features 181 rooms and suites overlooking pools or gardens. It is a short walk from Cavelossim Beach and offers facilities including a large outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a gym, and tennis courts. The hotel is suitable for families and large groups looking for seaside access. While the grounds are extensive, guests may experience service delays during busy peak periods. The site also provides a poolside bar, sauna, and massage services for relaxation.What stands out

Direct access to the beach

Large outdoor swimming pool

Extensive garden grounds

On-site tennis courts

Watch out for

Service delays during peak times

Repetitive buffet menu

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