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Far North Palolem Beach | Palolem Beach, Palolem 403702, India
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Bodrum
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Pay for the charm”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2011
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A friend who lives in Goa suggested Dreamcatcher to us, but we were uncertain enough to book in advance so we were walk-ins. We did a bit of bargaining and received the Jasmine and Enchanted Moments huts, which normally are 3000 rupees each but we agreed on 2000 per night.

The huts are basic yet functional and the hot water in the bathroom worked well. We had no problems with mosquitoes in the room, just when sitting outside but nothing that some repellent didn't chase away. The food in the Lotus restaurant (just taken over by new German management) was very good, and the staff were always happy to bring coffee, breakfast and snacks directly to the hut. The gardens are lovely and well maintained.

I was surprised by the amount of noise, especially in the morning. Staff often called out to one another, we could hear utensils clanging from the restaurant, not to mention the world's loudest crows on the windowsill. Obviously one of the charms of the huts is the lack of windows, but it's not ideal for light sleepers or late risers. I would highly suggest booking a hut away from the restaurant for a quieter experience. A small flashlight is highly recommended for the short walk to and from Dreamcatcher to the beach at night time, as the path is not lit and there are many obstacles.

Our biggest disappointment was the lack of wifi, even though the manager claimed it was up and running. For 5 nights, we had no internet access which really was vital for us, and the manager offered no assistance at all to help sort it. Taxi services booked through the resort are significantly higher than the market prices.

To summarize - don't be afraid to bargain for a better deal on the huts, stay clear of the restaurant area and don't expect wi-fi.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled on business
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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turkey
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“HEAVEN!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2011

Overpriced if you compare to other places to stay around but I would definetely go and stay there next time I visit Goa. Dreamcatcher is located very close to the beach and good places to eat . The staff is friendly. The view of the huts ( the ones near the river) are amazing and it was perfect to wake up and see that view everyday. If you do not care much about paying more, you should stay there. At least for a couple of days.

  • Stayed January 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Great location, excellent staff, basic huts, overpriced”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2011 via mobile

This was our second stay in Palolem in three years and fist time at Dramcatcher.

I concur with the other reviews here, gardens and surroundings are beautiful, huts are very basic for what you pay in high season. Staff were very friendly though - Mathew he taxi driver was friendly and reliable, Walter the joint owner a great character and The manager helpful. Overpriced though for what you get and bring your repellent!

  • Stayed January 2011
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bangalore, India
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Perfect location - very basic - good price”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2010

The place is at the north of the beach, just 20 seconds away from the beach : location really perfect, and quiet place because it's far from the main commercial road leading to the beach.
The bungalows are very basic : just the bed in, and some shelves. All have a nice terrace, some also have toilets end bathroom inside, but the price is then higher than what it worths in reality. Otherwise, centralized toilets and bathrooms, like in a camping.
Drawbacks : First, if it rains, your bungalow might be totally wet inside because there are no real windows (only a mosquito net). Avoid the "sea front" bungalows. Second, prices seem to increase A LOT in high season. Third : the place is really full of mosquito, at any time of the day.
Note : they offered us the services of a taxi and asked for the double of the real price. So be careful with services offered.

  • Stayed November 2010, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Mumbai, India
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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
“Idyllic place close to one of the most beautiful beaches in Goa”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2010

We stayed here together with my sister and her husband and fully enjoyed our stay. The huts are basic in accommodation but have separate bathrooms and mosquito nets over the bed which is necessary, especially being located so close to the mangrove. The huts are all named and we stayed in Stardust, overlooking the mangrove and my sister stayed in the Honeymoon hut, also facing the mangrove. You only need to walk 1 minute to the beach and the resort is located north of the beach..at the very end part. The rooms were clean but as I said before...very basic. Gardens are beautifully done and huts are randomly spread over the resort. We have dined in the restaurant one night and the food is very tasty.

  • Stayed February 2009, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Far North Palolem Beach | Palolem Beach, Palolem 403702, India
Price range (per night):* INR1,500 - 7,000

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