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🌴 Authentic & Detailed Review: W Goa (Birthday Stay Experience)||Stay Duration: 3 Nights|Purpose: Wife’s Birthday Celebration|Loyalty Tier: Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Member||⸻||🏨 First Impressions & Check-In Experience||The lobby at W Goa is nothing short of stunning — airy, modern, and full of vibrant, youthful energy. The check-in process was smooth and warm. We were greeted with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic welcome beverages.||Special thanks to Preeta and Preetika, who made the welcome feel genuinely premium. Their constant smiles and professional warmth gave us that unmistakable “luxury Marriott” vibe right from the start.||⸻||🚗 Property Overview||Once we took the buggy to our room, my initial excitement dimmed a bit. Despite being branded as a luxury property, W Goa didn’t quite give that “wow” feel compared to other Marriott luxury brands I’ve stayed in — such as St. Regis Goa, Taj, JW Marriott, or The Westin Goa.||This was my 35th stay with Marriott in 3–4 years, so expectations were naturally high. In my view, North Goa’s luxury hotels are often overhyped and overpriced. For true 5-star indulgence, South Goa still wins.||⸻||💰 Pricing & Package||We paid around ₹23,000 per night, which included:| • Breakfast| • One additional meal| • Luxury Hour at Rock Pool (thanks again to Preeta for arranging this)||While the inclusions were good, I felt the overall value for money was lacking considering the room quality and overall “luxury quotient.”||⸻||🛏️ Room Experience||Thanks to Platinum status, we were upgraded to a Marvelous Suite. The patio was the highlight — huge, beautiful, and relaxing. However, the room interiors were a let-down:| • The carpet was worn and didn’t feel clean.| • There were visible stains on the sofa cushions (shared as feedback, not criticism).| • The décor was quirky but not luxurious — more like a 4-star vibe.||When I pointed out the cleanliness issue, the staff promptly upgraded us again and had the rug cleaned — great service recovery.||Still, for a hotel at this price point, the room design and upkeep need improvement.||⸻||🧹 Housekeeping & Service||Service overall was excellent. Staff were proactive, polite, and prompt.|Housekeeping was quick to respond to feedback, and Preeta stayed in touch throughout our stay, ensuring everything went smoothly.||Another standout was Raman Sood, who coordinated via WhatsApp and email even before our arrival. I had a minor eye injury during the trip, and he personally followed up on my well-being — a true reflection of hospitality.||⸻||🍽️ Dining Experience||• Breakfast| • Very good quality and decent spread.| • Fresh, flavorful, and consistent with Marriott standards.| • Forest Essentials toiletries in the room were a lovely touch — I even took some home as keepsakes!||• Lunch / Dinner| • We had lunch included in our package.| • The Hotel Manager (a very kind lady, fair, round-faced, always smiling) personally suggested the Goan Thali, which was exceptional — easily one of the best meals we’ve had in Goa.| • The spread, however, wasn’t as lavish as you’d expect at a luxury property. Possibly due to limited staff during the season.||• Rock Pool Bar| • This is the highlight of W Goa — lively, scenic, and a true party vibe.| • Unfortunately, due to rain, the pool area was closed during our stay. But it’s worth visiting — people from other hotels come just for the Rock Pool experience.||⸻||🏖️ Location| • Excellent location near Vagator Beach, at the foot of Chapora Fort.| • Around 5–10 minutes’ walk to the fort for panoramic sea views.| • Nearby restaurant Como Agua (2–3 minutes from the Spice Trader restaurant) is worth trying for a romantic meal.||⸻||👨👩👧👦 Facilities| • Three swimming pools (including an indoor one).| • Kids’ play area — well-designed with several activities.| • Table tennis & recreation zone.| • Hilly layout adds a mini hill-station vibe — lovely to look at but might be tiring for elderly guests (buggy service is very prompt, though).||⸻||⚖️ Value for Money||While the staff and service were top-notch, the luxury feel and room quality didn’t justify the premium pricing.||If your priority is true luxury for the price, I’d suggest exploring:| • St. Regis Goa| • Taj Exotica Goa| • Hyatt Goa| • JW Marriott Goa||⸻||❤️ Final Verdict||Category Rating (Out of 5)|Lobby & Check-In ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐|Staff & Hospitality ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐|Room Quality ⭐⭐½|Food & Dining ⭐⭐⭐⭐|Cleanliness ⭐⭐⭐|Value for Money ⭐⭐½|Location ⭐⭐⭐⭐½||Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 / 5)|Would I return? Only if there’s a major room upgrade or a better deal.||Highlights:| • Outstanding staff (especially Preeta & Raman Sood)| • Great food (Goan Thali = must-try)| • Fantastic location and vibe||Areas of Improvement:| • Room interiors and cleanliness| • Value for money| • More personalized birthday touches||⸻||In Summary:|W Goa is a lively, well-located property with exceptional staff and service, but it falls short of delivering true “luxury” for the price. Perfect for those who prioritize vibe and hospitality over ultra-plush rooms.
