Varca resorts

Pros: The hotel is very beautiful, on an almost deserted beach with excellent swimming pool. A really lovely setting. Stunning sea view room - very spacious and clean.

Cons: The hotel is very expensive compared to the rest of Goa, and unfortunately the service offered by most of the staff at the hotel doesn't match up with the premium you are paying (by Indian standards). We found that if you walk along the beach there are a few beach shaks/ restaurants which offer excellent food and service for a 5th of the price. Other places we stayed at in Goa the staff would go out of their way to make your stay special, this place was the opposite. There were a few exceptions which was difficult as we would have liked to ensure our tips went only to them but all bills are out in room and there are no cash payments allowed in hotel. They bizarrely wouldn't serve alcohol (except beer) in room service. The hotel bars all close at 1am so we couldn't have a nightcap. The bathroom was basic compared to rest of room. We regularly waited 15 minutes to get served and on many occasions we had to go up to the bar to order...not what you expect when you are paying these prices. All prices listed on menu are excluding VAT so add on another 20% There are no cash payments in the hotel, so at check out you pay eveything... Unfortunately the bill doesn't list items only the bar/restaurant in the hotel and the time and date of the order. It made it difficult to verify that the charges were correct.

Pros: Comfort and friendly staff

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Beach is good

Cons: 95% of the staff are unfriendly / threatening Town surrounding is run by mafia - do not go out of the complex. Feels like a 70’s bond movie

Cons: A big negative for us was the fact that the Hotel hosts Weddings and Corporate events so we felt badly let down by the thumping music from these events and the Sound checking all through the morning - totally destroying any notion of quiet relaxation around the pool....... We spent three days here at the end of an Indian tour specifically to do nothing and relax by pool and beach... this didn't happen! Annoying that they take the extra revenue/profit from the events but their existing guests are the ones that lose out.

Pros: Everything was perfect. Staff are welcoming and they always try to help. Breakfasts are rich and tasty. Beach is clean and white.

Cons: Taxis waiting in front of hotel are overpriced. Hotel should manage the prices with them. They wanted 2500 INR for one way from hotel to Palolem beach (55min). ADVICE: go to the village and you will find many local services/people taking you to and from Palolem beach (including waiting) for 3000 INR. Also, you do not need to eat only in the hotel, there are many restaurants on the beach.

Pros: From the moment we step into the hotel we felt like we're at home, the place is beautiful and very relaxing. We stayed for 3 nights and I regret only booking 2 nights I'm definitely coming back. The staff was brilliant I would especially like to give a work of appreciation to Chef Birendra and Chef Vishnu amazing food guys thank you also a big thank you to Jestine at the spa great chat we had,Riju at the beach restaurant thanks for the lovely service also chef João you cook the best fish and sea food I ever had the pleasure of eating. Unfortunately I can't name all of you guys but you're amazing and mades feel special .

Pros: beach is neat and clean

Cons: crows having free breakfast on your table,. too many crows in restaurant & property.

Pros: Fantastic food, especially fish in the beach shack. Great staff.

Cons: Property is away from the main highway and any other things (e.G other restaurants, shops,atm,etc.). You'll have to spend money on expensive cabs to roam around. The city bus stop is at least 2km away, making it a no go during nights.

Pros: Nice swimming pool area and beach side Plenty of activities along the day Food is good Rooms are comfortable and spacious

Cons: Check in takes way too long Food is expensive Wifi is not working well Population is on average 50+, so not ideal for young couples

Pros: Location, staff and i m sure you can count it parallel to taj other luxurious properties.

Cons: Not any particular thing , overall it was amazing , lively staff

Pros: I liked the staff. Very courteous and helpful. Food was also good, though not cheap.

Cons: Location. The place doesn’t have an adjoining beach. And to move out of resort anywhere, you have to shell out hefty cab charges.

Cons: Staff service too slow.

Pros: Nice property and staff. Good food and overall activities planned by resort everyday. Food and rooms are very good.

Cons: Little far about 1 km from beach.