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Calwaddo, Benaulim 403716, India
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Taj Exotica Goa
Ranked #1 of 14 hotels in Benaulim
4.5 of 5 stars 546 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(22)
  • Lobster shack(11)
  • Swimming pool(10)
  • Private beach(9)
  • Beach shack(8)
  • Golf course(8)
  • Best hotel(7)
  • Italian restaurant(5)
  • Sea view(5)
  • Rooms are spacious(4)
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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“Great break in Goa”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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We like to visit Goa to do nothing by the beach and enjoy the local cuisine. On our visit in Jan 2001 we felt like splurging a bit and stay at Taj Exotica for 5 nights . We heard good reviews about the hotel from our friends and felt we must give it a try. We booked a pick up with Taj and the car was bang on time at the train station. Check in was very smooth. We were enjoying a cool Kokum drink as our check in was being processed. This was the only hotel I have been to where I was comfortably relaxing in the lounge as the check in was done and not standing at the counter. The staff were friendly and professional. The room was very good, tidy and well maintained. We had a new towel arrangement everyday which was cool.
On a couple of days we had breakfast at the hotel. Yes was a bit expensive, but worth it. The idlis were probably the best I ever had in India. A unique aspect of this breakfast is that fruits are freshly juiced on demand. No more canned juices or stored juices. there are two chefs equipped with juicers. Been to a few 5 star hotels all over the world, but never seen anything like this. Hats off to Taj Exotica for this novel idea. On one evening while we were relaxing in the lounge a 6 or 7 year old Russian girl was playing the piano. Listening to the little ones music and looking at the waves and the starry sky was a fantastic experience. Overall was a pleasant stay, however recommend the guests to keep an eye on their belongings at all times.

Room Tip: Some rooms with private pools can be nice.
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  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Vancouver, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Far exceeds one's expectations.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
2
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Recently spent some time at the Taj in Benaulim Goa, and were we blown away. The level of service was impeccable. The staff aware that my husband and I were celebrating our anniversary, went out of their way to make it special. We found flowers and a congratulations cake in our room & were surprised. A photo they had taken upon arrival in the lobby of the hotel, was processed & framed before we entered in our room. The room itself was massive, sporting a romantic deck, where you could sit and watch the sunsets. It was spectacular. Not to mention the hotel grounds which were right off the Benaulim beach. We definitely would like to go back there one day and relive that entire experience.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bangalore, India
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Taj Experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

The property is excellent with verdant lawns, very clean beach, extremely helpful staff providing personalised service, great attention to details with special activities to keep kids occupied. Excellent restaurants too. Swimming pool could have been cleaner. Toddler's pool is great for kids. Despite mostly foreigner crowd, maintains Indian sensibilities.

The water sports at the beach, offered by a vendor there, is extremely overpriced.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Perfect retreat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
1
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Thumbs up for
1. The room and landscape - the sunset make it even more perfect!
2. The hospitality
3. The food - u MUST try the baklava - if u've a chance though ;)
4. The spa

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 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
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Outstanding!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Perfect holiday with extremely pleasant and well trained staff. Excellent "restaurants" - small and intimate with first class menus and delicious freshly prepared food. Rooms a good size - maybe the balcony was a bit smaller than we would have liked (our ONLY petty fault!). We enjoyed the varied evening entertainment. The grounds are well maintained and beautiful and the beach the best we have ever been on - 27km. long, with the odd interesting stop and not a piece of litter in sight. Hotels are only allowed 20 "umbrellas" so this keeps the beach uncluttered. You can even hire cycles and head off for the day along the beach. 9 hole golf course great too. This hotel is very difficult to beat! Would love to take the whole family!

Room Tip: Maybe go for a beach bungalow!
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Calwaddo, Benaulim 403716, India
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