Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 18 reviews.
Allen
United Kingdom · Family · February 2026
“Great location, but well overpriced”
+Marina was waiting for us when we arrived at the Villa with the keys. Explained almost everything with regards to the villa. Location of the Villa was great just off the main road but fairly quiet, and just a couple of minutes walk to the chemist, supermarket and restaurants
−Unfortunately we were not advised that the cleaners would not provide us with toilet rolls once the first and only ones were used!! So another expense we weren't expecting (I appreciate not expensive, but that is not the point). Shower curtains were in a bad state, with mould but to be honest they were both changed once we advised the agent. No knives for spreading butter onto toast/bread, so we went out and bought a couple. If you wanted to stay in and cook one night, eg Spaghetti Bolognaise, there was only 1 milk saucepan, so not big enough. Cleaners took a pillow case off for washing but did not replace it. The pillow protector was disgusting and basically looked like it had never seen the inside of a washing machine. Mattresses on the beds were rock hard and not at all comfortable. Hot water gained from an immersion heater (why no solar panels?) and the tank must have been tiny as you couldn't have a proper shower as not enough hot water to last. No hot water in any of the sinks - bathrooms or kitchen. No air con in the living/dining/kitchen area so got very hot. There were 2 pools in the complex but no sunbeds!!! Sunbeds were on your veranda but there was no way you were takin
Paul
United Kingdom · Family · January 2026
+The location to the beach and the rest of bars and restaurants
−Generally the property was grubby. And lack of sunbeds by the swimming pool
Charis
United Kingdom · Group of friends · May 2025
“Villa Cavelossim was a very welcome surprise upon our arrival.”
+The food that was cooked upon our arrival was good and helped after a long journey. Our host, Marina, was extremely helpful and immediately on hand if we needed her. The cleaners were very friendly and did a fantastic job. They were unintrusive too.
−The sketchiness of the wi-fi but that's not necessarily a bad thing. However, made payment difficult upon getting there as couldn't use credit card. Perhaps where wi-fi isn't as reliable in certain regions, suggest collecting payment upfront as you would with a normal holiday.
Keith
United Kingdom · Couple · March 2025
“Exceptional”
Kees
Netherlands · Couple · March 2025
“Very good”
John
United Kingdom · Group of friends · March 2025
“Extremely disappointed especially for our friends.”
+The location of the villa was good. Close to amenities, beach and restaurants. The grounds were well kept and the swimming pool clean.
−The villa was tired and urgently needed upgrading. Our photos show internal doors had been badly damaged, windows were insecure and frames warped. Taps missing in kitchen and the dirty condition of the electrical switches and sockets caused us concern. Hot water was non existent and the bathroom urgently needed upgrading. Our original booking on September 2024 was for a 4 bedroomed villa No. 52 Louisa by the Sea for which a deposit was made and confirmed. On the 16th November we received notification that the villa now allocated was Villa Porta Vellucci in the Velim area if Cavelossim, several miles away from Villa 52. This was totally unacceptable for various reasons. We asked for a refund. After contacting Booking.com several times notification was received (9th December) offering us Villa 55 Louisa by the Sea which we accepted. A two bedroomed Villa. On the 11th December we were notified from Booking.com that we had been allocated Villa 52 (the original Villa booked). Totally confusing. On the 12th December we were notified that the Villa allocated was now Villa 55. Again we accepted this Villa and arrived on the 13th January 2025. In view of our experience we believe we are due
Vishal
India · Family · January 2025
“Exceptional”
+Liked the location. It is within walking distance to the beach and a bunch of restaurants and shops and a supermarket. Manager Marina was really helpful, and communication from the management was prompt. Cleaning staff was professional. Amenities provided, such as linen, towels, and toiletries, are adequate. Villa itself is spacious and clean. The villa complex is beautiful with perfect tropical landscaping, and the best part about the villa is that it's adjacent to Sal River. Watching the sunrise over the river was a bonus, which was completely unexpected and truly magnificent.
−The villa can do with a bit of renovation. The flooring and furniture are quite old. Mattresses are old and rundown. The kitchen could be designed better with separate space for keeping the housekeeping tools.
Jean
Portugal · Family · January 2025
“Good place to stay in Goa for family holidays next to the beach”
+Location
−Needs maintenance
Gary
United Kingdom · Couple · January 2025
“Very good”
+All of it
Depp
Nepal · Family · October 2024
“good and peaceful”
+location was nice,peaceful and close to the beach n shops