DoubleTree by Hilton Goa - Panaji

Our five days at Double Tree Goa was outstanding, it was our best hotel experience during our six week adventure across India. Our room was immaculate and spacious, luxuriously appointed, and with a serene and calming view across the river. The pool was absolutely wonderful. We ate all meals for five days at the restaurant and they were all fabulous - great variety, very tasty, and beautifully presented. On some occasions, food was specially prepared for us. But most importantly, all the staff - absolutely all - were just outstanding. They were so kind, polite, good humoured, and attentive. Sadly, we were both quite unwell while staying at the hotel due to a nasty stomach infection that we both picked up just before we arrived in Goa. We relied heavily on the staff to take care of us for a number of days, including arranging a doctor on Christmas Eve and a visit to hospital on Christmas Day. During this difficult time, we felt like we were genuinely looked after, not just "managed". Staff were incredibly available and patient with us during this stressful time. Above all we felt safe in a foreign land - you cannot put a price on this.

The staff were incredible, spa was beautiful - I had an amazing facial from Eesha, the food was wonderful, the location was peaceful, the property was well looked after. My room was lovely (thank you Anirudh for the upgrade and kind welcome). Deea was very nice and helpful with booking transport. As a solo female traveller I felt very well looked after.

The breakfast buffet spread was exquisite - including both continental & local cuisines! The scenic location of the hotel offered a great sense of safety, respite and tranquility. The staff were impeccable & very very helpful. The pool area was very beautiful & well maintained too!

The services meet the expectation for a Hilton hotel, with a staff that know their job, and is very helpful in solving any problem. The room is clean and pleasant, with (in our case) a great view on the river. The breakfast is very good, with both Indian and continental options, and some dishes prepared at request. The two restaurants offer good food, in a cosy environment. The swimming pool is nice, but it was too hot for us to use it that much (not a hotel's fault, obviously). The location is perfect for driving around and visiting Goa, with Panaji reacheable in circa 20 minutes.

The breakfast was excellent. Had a nice spread for south indian, north indian as well as continental items. We felt that the batter prepared for dosas, idlis was a bit sour and quality could have been improved. Other than that, every other item was delicious.