Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat  

Perched on Vainguinim Beach in Dona Paula, Panaji, this family-friendly hotel puts you by the sea. It’s a short drive from Deltin Royale Casino and within easy reach of Dona Paula Beach, Miramar Beach and Fort Aguada. Dabolim Airport is about 26.5 km away.

Thirty air-conditioned rooms blend simple modern decor with local touches and private balconies. Expect memory-foam beds with premium bedding, flat-screen/LCD TVs, minibars, safes and rainfall showerheads in private baths. Public spaces include a terrace and garden that keep the vibe relaxed and breezy.

Take a dip in the pool or the kids’ pool, hit the fitness center, or unwind in the garden and terrace — all with complimentary wireless internet across the property. Onsite perks include a games/arcade room, supervised childcare, 24-hour reception, tour desk and free self-parking. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your balcony.

Features include a conference/meeting room, express check-in and check-out, complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self-parking makes arrivals easy.

An on-site restaurant and bar serve guests, with buffet breakfast available daily (7:00–10:00 AM for a fee) and limited-hour room service. For more variety, nearby options include Italian spots like Café Azul and Pomodoro Italian Bistro.