Vivanta Goa, Panaji
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Summary of reviewsVivanta Goa, Panaji epitomizes a superb blend of luxury and convenience with its prime location in the heart of Panaji. Guests enjoy easy access to major attractions, shops, renowned seafood restaurants and are within reach of Miramar Beach and various casinos. The hotel's commitment to maintaining a clean and well-kept environment, coupled with spacious rooms and excellent staff service, ensures a pleasant stay despite the slight distance from the popular northern beaches like Baga and Calangute.
The breakfast experience at Vivanta Goa, Panaji is frequently highlighted as exceptional, offering a vast and varied spread that caters to both Indian and continental preferences. The delight of daily new choices, coupled with the occasional live music, creates a memorable culinary start to the day. Lunch and dinner also receive high praise for variety, freshness and flavor, especially at the hotel's restaurant Tamari, which is noted for its exceptional dinner options and special arrangements for personal celebrations.
The rooms are consistently commended for being clean, spacious and comfortable, adorned with beautiful designs and occasionally luxurious touches like bath tubs and special decorations. Although a few guests noted the need for furniture upgrades and isolated cleanliness issues, the overall sentiment remains highly positive.
Cleanliness is a strong suit of Vivanta Goa, Panaji with many guests appreciating the neat and hygienic environment sustained by attentive staff. Some feedback points to areas for improvement, such as the entrance signage and floor carpets, yet the hotel largely excels in maintaining a pristine atmosphere.
The staff's exceptional hospitality is a standout feature with numerous reviews praising their friendliness, politeness and dedication to going above and beyond for guests. Celebrations are made special by the attentive personnel and the overall service across all areas—from reception to poolside—is highly esteemed.
The spa offers a wonderfully relaxing experience with highly praised treatments, although its services have been noted as expensive and unavailable at times. Suggestions for additional facilities like a hot tub are mentioned, yet the overall experience remains positive.
The rooftop pool on the 7th floor offers a scenic oasis with panoramic views of Panjim and the sea, particularly enchanting at night. Despite its size, the pool's ambiance and helpful poolside service are well-regarded, though mentions of more frequent cleaning do surface.
Families and multigenerational groups find the hotel hospitable and attentive, even though it lacks specific children’s facilities like daycare or a play area. The thoughtful service and special arrangements for elderly guests compensate for this, making it a preferred choice for family stays.
Vivanta Goa, Panaji exemplifies a luxurious 5-star experience with immaculate facilities and top-notch hospitality. The sense of a serene yet central retreat, balanced with affordability, makes it a favorite for repeat guests, creating a 'home away from home' experience where luxury does not compromise comfort and welcoming service.
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The breakfast experience at Vivanta Goa, Panaji is frequently highlighted as exceptional, offering a vast and varied spread that caters to both Indian and continental preferences. The delight of daily new choices, coupled with the occasional live music, creates a memorable culinary start to the day. Lunch and dinner also receive high praise for variety, freshness and flavor, especially at the hotel's restaurant Tamari, which is noted for its exceptional dinner options and special arrangements for personal celebrations.
The rooms are consistently commended for being clean, spacious and comfortable, adorned with beautiful designs and occasionally luxurious touches like bath tubs and special decorations. Although a few guests noted the need for furniture upgrades and isolated cleanliness issues, the overall sentiment remains highly positive.
Cleanliness is a strong suit of Vivanta Goa, Panaji with many guests appreciating the neat and hygienic environment sustained by attentive staff. Some feedback points to areas for improvement, such as the entrance signage and floor carpets, yet the hotel largely excels in maintaining a pristine atmosphere.
The staff's exceptional hospitality is a standout feature with numerous reviews praising their friendliness, politeness and dedication to going above and beyond for guests. Celebrations are made special by the attentive personnel and the overall service across all areas—from reception to poolside—is highly esteemed.
The spa offers a wonderfully relaxing experience with highly praised treatments, although its services have been noted as expensive and unavailable at times. Suggestions for additional facilities like a hot tub are mentioned, yet the overall experience remains positive.
The rooftop pool on the 7th floor offers a scenic oasis with panoramic views of Panjim and the sea, particularly enchanting at night. Despite its size, the pool's ambiance and helpful poolside service are well-regarded, though mentions of more frequent cleaning do surface.
Families and multigenerational groups find the hotel hospitable and attentive, even though it lacks specific children’s facilities like daycare or a play area. The thoughtful service and special arrangements for elderly guests compensate for this, making it a preferred choice for family stays.
Vivanta Goa, Panaji exemplifies a luxurious 5-star experience with immaculate facilities and top-notch hospitality. The sense of a serene yet central retreat, balanced with affordability, makes it a favorite for repeat guests, creating a 'home away from home' experience where luxury does not compromise comfort and welcoming service.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
As part of IHCL's Paathya framework, Vivanta Goa, Panaji is committed to sustainable growth. Its initiatives include operating sewage treatment plants (STPs) with ultra-filtration systems for zero wastewater discharge and 100% reuse for irrigation, employing rainwater harvesting, and engaging in bio-composting of food waste.
Hotel for Honeymoon
This hotel is known for its exceptional service and luxurious amenities, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay for couples. It is well-regarded for creating a romantic atmosphere and providing a high level of hospitality.
Family Friendly Hotel
This hotel receives consistently high ratings from families. The staff is known for being friendly and polite. It also features an outdoor pool.
Hotel with Swimming Pool
The hotel is located in the heart of Panaji. It has an indoor pool and a poolside bar, offering both relaxation and a social atmosphere.
Outdoor Pool
Business Hotel
This hotel is well-equipped to handle various events, from business meetings to large conferences. It features multiple sunlit, pillar-less boardrooms with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment. It also has versatile banqueting venues suitable for diverse business conferencing requirements.
Hotel with Parking
This hotel is consistently mentioned as one of the best in Panaji with parking, including free parking. It is a 5-star property with amenities like a swimming pool and cafe.
Hotel with Gym
Vivanta Goa, Panaji provides a fitness center. The fitness center enables guests to maintain their workout routines while enjoying their stay.
5-Star Hotel
Located in Panaji, it offers premium accommodations and excellent service. Known for its convenient location and comprehensive amenities.
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, offering a refreshing option for guests. A rooftop pool has also been mentioned as a facility.
Luxury Hotel
Hotel with Spa
Romantic Hotel
Accessible Hotel
About Vivanta Goa, Panaji
License: HOTN000564
Guest Reviews
Location
Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to good eating joints and renowned seafood restaurants, all situated within a 1-2 km radius. Despite being in the bustling city center, the hotel maintains a clean and well-maintained environment, featuring spacious rooms and excellent staff service.
Although it is a bit far from popular northern beaches like Baga and Calangute, Vivanta Goa provides a convenient base for exploring North Goa's beaches, ensuring that guests have a balanced experience of both city life and coastal relaxation.
Breakfast
Many found the breakfast to be the highlight of their stay, often describing it as fantastic, awesome and scrumptious. The buffet includes a plethora of options, ensuring there's something for everyone, including a good selection of vegetarian dishes. The addition of live music during breakfast has been a particularly pleasant touch for many, adding to the overall enjoyable ambiance.
While predominantly positive, a few guests mentioned areas for improvement, particularly regarding the service and temperature of the food. Despite these minor critiques, the majority of the feedback emphasizes the superb quality, deliciousness and extensive variety of the breakfast offerings.
Guests also noted the continued excellence of the dining experience beyond breakfast with lunch and dinner receiving commendations for their variety, freshness and flavor. The consistent and kind service from the staff also adds to the overall excellent dining experience at Vivanta Goa, Panaji.
Dinner
Particularly noteworthy is the dining experience at Tamari, a restaurant within the hotel, where dinner options have been highlighted as excellent. The hotel also goes above and beyond for special occasions; for instance, they arranged a romantic, well-decorated private dinner, which left a lasting impression on guests celebrating personal milestones.
Overall, the availability and variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner options ensure that meals at Vivanta Goa, Panaji are an integral and memorable part of the stay. Special thanks were given to the staff who provide exceptional care, making dining here not just about the food, but also about the thoughtful service and personalized experiences.
Rooms
While the majority of feedback is positive, there are some remarks about the need for furniture upgrades, occasional cleanliness issues and isolated reports of bed bugs. A few guests mention that some rooms feel a bit cramped, suggesting a desire for larger spaces. Nonetheless, the overall sentiment reflects satisfaction with the comfort and amenities provided, ensuring a pleasant stay for most visitors.
Cleanliness
However, despite the commendable efforts in maintaining room cleanliness and general hygiene, some guests pointed out areas for improvement. The entrance to the hotel could benefit from better signage and easier access for vehicles. Additionally, while the lobby was well-regarded, the carpets on every floor were noted to be dirty. Furthermore, a few isolated reviews mentioned that the furniture and bathrooms required better cleaning, indicating some inconsistencies in housekeeping.
In summary, Vivanta Goa, Panaji generally provided an excellent experience in terms of cleanliness and service, although attention to detail in certain specific areas could enhance guest satisfaction even further.
Staff
Visitors have noted the amazing hospitality with the staff going above and beyond to make their stay memorable. Celebrations, such as birthdays, are made special by the attentive and warm demeanor of the personnel. Whether at the reception, restaurant or poolside, the staff exude politeness, understanding and a welcoming attitude.
The restaurant staff is particularly noted for their exceptional responsiveness and attentiveness, while the overall cooperative and supportive nature of all employees ensures a great experience for guests. The comprehensive politeness and enthusiasm shown by every staff member, whether in housekeeping or concierge, leave a lasting impression.
Such attentive service does not go unnoticed with numerous reviews highlighting the friendly and smiling demeanor of the team. This consistent and excellent approach to guest interactions significantly enhances the overall experience at Vivanta Goa, Panaji, making it a highly recommended destination.
Spa
Pool
Despite its small size, the pool's design and placement make it a standout feature of the hotel. It is well-maintained and equipped with efficient and helpful poolside service contributing to a pleasant experience. Guests frequently mention the excellent hospitality of the staff, singling out the likes of Aditi at reception and Jay at the swimming pool for their exceptional service.
While there are mentions that the pool could benefit from more frequent cleaning, the overall experience remains positive. A compulsory swimming costume policy ensures a good standard of hygiene is maintained. For those seeking a relaxing dip with beautiful views, the rooftop pool at Vivanta Goa, Panaji comes highly recommended.
Family
However, the hotel falls short in providing kid-specific amenities, such as daycare or a dedicated play area, which may be a consideration for those traveling with young children. Despite this, families still find the hotel suitable for a family stay due to the overall service quality and special arrangements made to cater to individual needs, including those traveling with babies.
In summary, while Vivanta Goa, Panaji excels in hospitality and caters well to families and senior citizens, it lacks specific facilities for children.
Luxury
Yes, Vivanta Goa, Panaji has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Vivanta Goa, Panaji.
No, Vivanta Goa, Panaji doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Vivanta Goa, Panaji.
Yes, Vivanta Goa, Panaji has a gym.
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