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Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort

Property class: 5 and above

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A hotel entrance with a curved driveway, a sign reading "NOVOTEL", and a golf cart in the background. - Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Cavelossim)
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and the sun setting or rising. - Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Cavelossim)
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, string lights, and a view of greenery. - Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Cavelossim)
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and a staircase. - Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Cavelossim)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees. - Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort (Cavelossim)
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like archery and cycling at this hotel. Indulge in a massage at Soham Spa, the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Indian cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Executive Villa, 1 King Bed (with Balcony)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, television, desk, and window with a view of greenery.

Premium Villa, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small table, and a window with a view of the outside.

Boutique villa King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of greenery outside.

Boutique villa single Bed

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a ceiling fan.

Executive Villa, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a seating area with a view, and a window with blinds.

Premium Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Villa, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Villa, 1 King Bed, Pool View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds

Villa, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Villa, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Villa, 2 Twin Beds, Garden Area

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cavelossim is home to Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Benaulim Beach and Colva Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fatorda Stadium or Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cavelossim travel guide
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Cavelossim Road, Mobor, Cavelossim, Goa, 403 731

What's nearby

  • A sunset over the ocean with palm tree silhouettes framing the scene.
    Mobor Beach
    8 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • A beach with several boats and palm trees.
    Colva Beach
    44 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Cavelossim Beach
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Varca Beach
    13 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Benaulim Beach
    33 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Curchorem Station
    26 min drive
  • Dabolim Airport (GOI)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spicy Bar(Johnnies Bar)
    7 min drive
  • Starlight
    8 min drive
  • Shalraya Bar And Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • The Drawing Room
    4 min drive
  • Miri
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amalia - Sundowner Bar
  • Kebabs and Kurries
  • Mama Mia - Seasonal
  • Seagull
  • Tia Maria

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (7,500 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Lifeguards
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 3000.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for INR 1500.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 9440
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: INR 4720 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 11800
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 5900 (from 6 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 3305 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: INR 1500.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 3000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number HOTS000426

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–7 PM.

Is Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 3305 per vehicle applies.

Where is Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort located?

This family-friendly Cavelossim hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Cavelossim Beach and Mobor Beach. Varca Beach and Our Lady of Gloria Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The breakfast buffet had a good variety of items. The property location is very serene and has a private beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and beautifully property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
In the summer months and hot days the front desk and lobby are extremely hot and the breakfast area also lacks air condition and sweating and heat were unbearable. Buffet was good Beach was very clean and accessible The rooms were poorly planned with bathroom and baggage area together and difficult to change dress and get ready while one person is using the washroom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its a good property with private beach, well maintained but swimming pool water was not clean. We visited during summer so climate was hot & humid but biggest drawback of this property is there is no air conditioned restaurant in the property (except one which is not great) , it makes your holidays tiring especially in summer. Hotel management must think about making main restaurant (sea gull) airconditioned to provide right ambience to guests. More efforts are required to bring it to Novotel standards. Regards ,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The duty manager and the senior lady staff who served me was very helpful, stay was really good…
Spa was the best part of my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, clean rooms, responsive staff and good food. All resort facilities. My family and I enjoyed our stay to the fullest.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, the private beach is what makes the experience worthwhile. The staff went over and beyond to make sure we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms a bit small. Breakfast was wonderful. Property beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really great experience for my stay in Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia. Ambience and Place cleanliness is great. Staff are friendly and helpful. Amenities are great just due to Monsoon season some of the amenities were not available. Rest it was peaceful and
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast Buffet Servers were great taking care of customers. The welcome drink was local goan and was great . Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful staff & clean. Negative - very busy & loud with weddings & loud music. Not suitable if you want a relaxing beach holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property , clean and very near to the beach. Nice swimming pool and big room. The food prices are on the higher side.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Staff very helpful. Did not like the Loud music all day long & esp at dinner. Would like low classical music.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent with direct beach access

We chose carefully before ending up with this resort. It's perfect. Not too big, not too small. Direct access to beach - not private beach, but almost. Not crowded and dirty like many places in north Goa (even Benaulim actually). Direct access to small market and shops outside the resort area as well. Couldn't have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall an excellent stay at the Dona Sylvia resort, nestled in lush gardens with good facilities. Location is excellent with direct access to the beach, and a wide variety of restaurants and beach shacks in the vicinity. The staff delivers attentive service and they were very helpful with additional activities such as arranging a cooking class! The pool and the gardens are very well maintained. The breakfast buffet was good, but there were limited choices for western palates, so having an omlette every morning for a week can get a bit boring. The air conditioning in the room was quite noisy - could do with some maintenance. We also had a problem with the TV which kept switching off, and the WiFi which was excellent in the garden and all other areas but was hardly working inside the room. We escalated these issues to the reception and the staff tried to resolve the issues but unfortunately to no avail. The room was cleaned daily and the towels were changed as well - despite having them hung up as requested if we did not want them to be changed. We would recommend the Dona Sylvia for a relaxing stay in Goa.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We were supposed to receive two complimentary beverages as part of our stay. However, the staff never provided them. Whenever I tried to ask about the complimentary drinks, they avoided the question and changed the subject. This was disappointing, especially since the beverages were clearly included in our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast could have been even better and rest everything is good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a solo traveller visiting for my birthday weekend. Even though I hadn't
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of conferences and large events take over the hotel to the detriment of others
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality...excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022