You have to go to Goa with an open mind and not expect the standards of hotels in other countries. eg A 'clean' towel is not a white fluffy towel - a clean towel in Goa looks as if it has cleaned the floor first before being presented for guest use. This is the norm and is just how the... more

Just returned from Candolim and thought I should write a review of the place we stayed at! Sarah Guesthouse is owned by Bono and Rose (of Bono's shack) and it was perfect for us. We arrived to a lovely warm welcome from Rose and shown to our room, we were on the top floor of 3 floors, which suited us... more

The hotel surrounds are nice and ideal for those who want to laze around one of the many pools and not venture to the beach. Our room was very old and in need of modernisation, however our friends were in one of the new blocks. These were more modern, had contstant hot water and excellent aircon. Block A old block... more

We arrived in a cyclone and had to walk down a side road through the mud with the bell boys dragging the cases behind. The small reception was fast and efficient and the porters took us to our room. There are a number of quite large blocks of appartments, some time share or privately owned on a rent back basis.... more

Fantastic holiday with The Highland Beach Resort as a good base for our 2wk stay, being only 2min walk to the resort center and 5min walk to the beach. Staff where very friendly and helpful. The hotel is well maintained, set in great surroundings with 4 lovely pools. Breakfast (if staying B&B) isn't worth getting up for though unless u... more

this has been the best hol by far, the hotel was mint the people was great the location was fab and the food was excellent. rooms were clean, staff were very friendly and helpfull. our main man vincy the taxi driver was a dime he took us everywhere and waited for us all day all for £8. marios by the... more

Hotel is at the end of a row of shops. The best shop is Tiffanys the Jewellers, just outside the Highland Beach Resort. The owner, Baba, is extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Always friendly and believes that customer service is paramount. more

Highland Beach Resort, Candolim We stayed in a private apartment on the hotel grounds. Two double rooms, two bathrooms, cleaned every day.Fresh towels every other day, sheets/pillowcases changed once the whole 2 weeks we were there. We did have a bit of an issue with a pile of rubbish being left on a stairwell for at least a week and... more

This hotel was great when you were on your holiday but if your return is delayed, watch out. We had a problem at the end of our holiday and were delayed 24 hours. The hotel managements attitude towards us changed instantly. We were treated like second class citizens because the management said were were not paying for the night the... more