I stayed for 9 nights at the Crown Goa. I had a very pleasant stay. Staff is very, very kind and provided all the attentions I needed. The plus of this hotel is the amazing view over the Mandovi river and the situation, very central, but guarded and calm, as it is on a small hill overlooking the town and very convenient if you want to visit Panjim and its historical quarters of S. Tomé and Fontainhas, just a few steps away. Also, the swiming pool is a plus, and I vividly recommend to have some meals at the restaurant. All the different Goese and Indian food I had was amazing. My room had a nice balcony, with a wonderful view, was very spacious, had 2 ceiling fans and 2 air-condition units, and the bed was enormous and very comfortable. Only negative aspect was the breakfast buffet, mostly heavy Indian food, not too well suited for European tastes, but I got scrambled eggs, toast, black coffee and natural juices everyday. You just have to ask, and they provide what you want.
All in all, and even if the hotel would benefit
from some minor repairs and a general refreshment in interior decoration, if you are not expecting everything as a 5 stars in Europe (which no hotel in Panjim will provide you with), this is truly the best choice in town.
A side remark: cleanliness habits are different in Índia, so do not expect a spotless place like a Swiss hotel. The housekeeping us good, I have no negative comments, but at the restaurant I would strongly recommend regular cleaning of the individual plastic sets of the restaurant tables as well as deep cleaning of the glass surfaces of the tables, after every use, and regular deep washing of the cushions of the chairs; those minor improvements would make all the difference for a European clientele used to different standards and spotless places. I hope I can come back and would definitely stay again.