Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Beach nearby
Pool
Premier Room | View from room
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Vainguinim Beach, Panaji, Goa, 403004
  • Place, Dona Paula Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Deltin Royale Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Candolim Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goa (GOI-Dabolim)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1001 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Compact Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Premier Room

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Panaji

Located within a 5-minute walk of Vainguinim Beach, Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat is within a mile (2 km) of Goa University. This 30-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dona Paula Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Deltin Royale Casino - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Candolim Beach - 22 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Fort Aguada - 22 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Sinquerim Beach - 22 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cansaulim Verna Station - 28 min drive
  • Dabolim Airport (GOI) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peep Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Padaria Prazeres - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Outrigger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Ashwini Caranzalem - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Chai - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat

Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat enjoy features like a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
36-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Other amenities include balconies, coffee makers, and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a children's pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 550 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for INR 1000

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 550 per person
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

This hotel is located in Panaji, just steps from Vainguinim Beach. You'll also find Deltin Royale Casino and Dona Paula Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat include a casino?

No, Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat.

Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

The closest major airport to Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat is Dabolim Airport (GOI), which is 16.5 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Goa (GOX-New Goa Intl.), which is located 25.2 mi away (63-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?

Yes, every guestroom at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat comes with a balcony.