Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat
3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with a children's pool
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Reviews
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Laundry
- Parking included
- 24/7 front desk
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Vainguinim Beach, Panaji, Goa, 403004
- Vainguinim BeachPlace, Vainguinim Beach3 min walk
- Goa UniversityPlace, Goa University15 min walk
- Dona Paula BeachPlace, Dona Paula Beach3 min drive
- Goa (GOI-Dabolim)Airport, Goa (GOI-Dabolim)33 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms
- 1001 sq ft
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Compact Room
Deluxe Compact Room
- 226 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Premier Room
Premier Room
- 441 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom
Suite, 1 Bedroom
- 538 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
Panaji
Seaside stay .Stay at this Panaji hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Vainguinim Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Goa University. Dr. Jack Sequeira Statue and Dona Paula Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Vainguinim Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Goa University - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Dona Paula Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
- Caranzalem Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Miramar Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
Getting around
- Cansaulim Verna Station - 28 min drive
- Dabolim Airport (GOI) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
- Peep Kitchen - 4 min drive
- Bar Outrigger - 4 min drive
- Padaria Prazeres - 5 min drive
- The Goan Room - 3 min drive
- Café Ashwini Caranzalem - 5 min drive
About this property
Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with a children's pool
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A children's pool, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat. Free self parking is available.
This 3.5-star Panaji hotel is smoke free.
- 30 guestrooms or units
- 3 levels
- 3 buildings
- Built in 2009
- Supervised kid's activities
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Front-desk safe
- Game room or arcade
- Terrace
- Garden
- No smoking on site
- Dining venue
Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 36-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.
This Panaji hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free offsite parking
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 550 per person
- A restaurant
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Children's pool
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 36-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Crib (surcharge)
- Memory foam mattress
- Premium bedding
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
- Limited room service
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Connecting rooms available
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Phone
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for INR 1000.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 550 per person
- A late check-out fee will be charged
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
- Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
- Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat to the airport?
Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat is 16.5 mi (45-min drive) away from the Dabolim Airport (GOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?
As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat on Nov 30, 2025 start from $65.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat.
How close is Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat to the beach?
This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Vainguinim Beach and 13.2 mi (55-min drive) from Calangute Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of INR 550 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Deltin Royale Casino (9-min drive) and Casino Paradise (12-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.
Is there free parking at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have a pool?
Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat features a children's pool.
Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat to downtown Panaji?
Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat is 0.1 mi away from Vainguinim.