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3.5 out of 5
Marbella Guest House
House no 77, Sinquerim, Candolim, Goa

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for Couples!
We had a fantastic stay in Candolim at Marbella. The location is secluded enough to be away from the noise, but also very close to the beach. The room was lovely and we had several meals at the guest house, all of which were great. I’d like to mention Mukti in particular, who was always incredibly friendly and kind. Very much recommend staying here, we will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnificent
Superb small guest house which offers firct class service
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 10 Oct 2023
Thank you for your good review.

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marbella is beautiful property with top notch staff, the food is amazing and location is excellent. By the time we left we felt like family. During our trip to India we stayed in a range of hotels including 5 star luxury properties. Marbella was by far our favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you for review.

8/10 Good

Shanmuga

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Response from Marbella on 7 Jan 2023
Thank you for good review

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely, relaxing location with beautiful rooms in a historic building.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Marbella on 4 Nov 2022
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Green resort - a treat for the sore city eyes!
Superb premises, location and upkeep. very friendly and accomodating staff. ideal for stay during covid times - open areas, balconies, separate aircon, surrounded by green locale.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from Marbella Guest House on 31 Dec 2020
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marbella guest house is a wonderful place to stay. it's in a fabulous location at the end of a quiet lane yet only a short walk to the beach, bars and restaurants. The rooms are all individual, large, clean and airy and with unique touches such as beautifully tiled bathrooms and antique furniture. There is a restaurant on site serving delicious food whenever you want it and the staff are great, freindly and welcoming. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2020
Response from Marbella Guest House on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you for your great review. Hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Tessa, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aesthetically pleasing - the architecture was traditional and very attractive - beautiful tiled floors in entrance. The service was very good and helpful. Very nice welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Marbella Guest House on 13 Feb 2020
It was a great pleasure to meet you . you are such a lovely . Perfect guests. Very sociable and friendly. Hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed the Marbella. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the space was beautifully decorated. The room was comfortable - but no frills - definitely great value and quality for the price compared to other options at this price point in India.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 2 Jan 2020
Thanks for your positive review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at Marbella Guest House for 4 days over the November period. A lovely quiet place at the end of the street, yet only short 10 minute walk to Sinquerim beach, Fort Aguada and to Main Street and restaurants. Room was very clean, well equipped and air conditioned. Staff were all friendly and had several meals at the guest house that were all good and reasonably priced. A great place to stay if you want to get away from the hussle & bustle of Candolim and Calangute and are looking for a more boutique stay, with Portuguese style. Will definitely be back here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Marbella Guest House on 26 Nov 2019
Thank you for taking the time to give feedback. We are looking forward to see you again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and sweet property Definitely think this is worth more than 2 star hotel Nice bathroom facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 9 Nov 2019
Thanks for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Picturesque property close to the beach with great food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from Marbella on 2 Nov 2019
Thanks for your positive review. Its our pleasure to host you.

10/10 Excellent

Radhika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very charming secret in goa . Would definitely stay there again . Only issue was that internet was t working due to a faulty line rest it was amazing with absolutely delicious food being served
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from Marbella on 27 Sept 2019
Thanks for your lovely review.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 11 Sept 2019
Thanks for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the architecture and also really loved the behaviour of the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Marbella on 18 Jul 2019
Thank you for your good review. Hooping to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Fenella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful old house with fantastic service
This is a beautiful hotel in a secluded spot. The service and food were outstanding, and it was overall a very relaxed place. The room was beautiful, old hardwoods and tiles with good amenities (mosquito net, aircon, fan) and a nice bathroom. It is an old building so sound did travel a little from other rooms, but we were very happy overall with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Marbella Guest house on 10 Jul 2019
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

VishalD, Bombay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most beautiful property I have stayed at in Goa during the seven-eight trips I've made there so far. In very peaceful surrounding, with excellent rooms, very friendly staff and homemade food I couldn't stop ordering, it's a place I would recommend to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Marbella on 26 Jun 2019
Thanks for your positive review. We will be happy welcoming you again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The serenity, the feeling of being in a private home. The bird life and the way staff gave one the feeling that nothing was too much trouble and quietly went about making you feel at home. This property is ideal for guests who are wanting seclusion and quiet. Meals are first class and cooked freshly at any time. Some of the best meals had in Goa.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019
Response from marbella guest house on 22 May 2019
Thank you for good review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were good classic style but I could not stay for long since the property is in hill area and is old the following night there was sudden attack of ants all.over the place not sure of the exact reason the staff tried doing some pest control but it was not reducing so the owner of the guest house made an alternative arrangement and made us move to other property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from Marbella Guest house on 18 May 2019
Thank you for your excellent review. We hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Marbella Guest house on 4 May 2019
Thank you for good review. Looking forward to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property really is an amazing place to stay. The staff is very welcoming and flexible to your wishes. The location may be far for some tourist attractions, but there is definately lots to see around you as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 30 Apr 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We will definitely meet you again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful guesthouse perfectly decorated in traditional style. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 30 Mar 2019
Thanks for your lovely review.

10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little haven in Candolim
Marbella Guest House is a little away from the hustle and bustle of the main street in Sinquerim so we had a very peaceful stay. The room was beautiful and we particularly enjoyed the fresh breakfast in the courtyard every morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 20 Feb 2019
Thank for your great review Hope you enjoyed hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from marbella guest house on 23 Dec 2018
Thank you for very good review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Marbella is a beautiful, elegant haven above Candolim beach, not far from Fort Aguada. The guest house rambles over several floors of a delightful colonial-era building, within grounds nesting in the hill leading up to Fort Aguada. The entire house is fitted out with delightful original furniture, & is centred around an inner room with tables and chairs and a courtyard for meals or relaxing. I was travelling with my son and had originally booked one of the smaller rooms, and then Sajjan suggested via whatsapp that I take the penthouse instead. What a find that was! The penthouse consists of a large bedroom, an even larger sitting room (in which one of the sofas was converted to a bed for my son), a small dining area, a bathroom and an enormous terrace. All for about half the cost of one of the chain hotels we’d been looking at (which would have given us a single 25m2 room with twin beds). Marbella has a kitchen which provides, at extra cost, breakfast, lunch and dinner, with plenty of choice for every palate. The staff make everything from scratch; the quality is high and the taste is exceptional. Marbella is about a 500m walk to the Candolim beach. While the first beach huts are about 300m along, the best and most popular of them start about 1km along. We stayed at Marbella for 6 nights, and I can’t and I can’t speak highly enough of it. Its quality of presentation and overall friendliness was just magnificent.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Response from marbella guest house on 13 Dec 2018
Thank you for very good review.. Hope to see you back

10/10 Excellent

Rich, Panama

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, exceptionally beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Marbella on 20 Nov 2018
Thanks for your lovely review. Looking forward to seeing you again.

10/10 Excellent

Shilpa, Bangalore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a lovely colonial style guest house! We loved our stay at Marbella last month. Away from the hustle of Candolim, yet very accessible to it, this beautiful guest house is perfect if you like olden charm and homely hospitality. The staff is very accommodating, friendly, and efficient. The room we were given was big and had a beautiful view into their gorgeous garden. The food is made to order and retains Goan flavours wherever claimed. All in all it’s a great place to stay if you’re visiting Candolim.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Marbella on 13 Nov 2018
Thank you for your Great review. Hope to see you again

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Marbella on 9 Nov 2018
Thanks for your review. Looking forward to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Samarth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended, great stay
Great stay. Everything as described in the listing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Marbella on 4 Nov 2018
Dear Samarth Thank you for Great review. Hope to see you back sometime

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from With regards, Raymond on 1 Nov 2018
Thanks for your lovely review. Looking forward to seeing again.

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely!
We had a great stay! They helped arrange airport pickup and both the lunch and dinner were awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Sajjan on 24 Oct 2018
Thank you very much for your review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay with us. We look forward to seeing you again next time!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Dian on 12 Aug 2018
Thank you for your review

10/10 Excellent

Lee Robertson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely mansion: wonderful owner and staff!
Fabulous stay, with wonderful in-house chef! Spacious rooms! f you have a car, it’s good! Otherwise you will do some walking to find transportation. But no-problem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Response from Dian on 12 Aug 2018
Thank you for lovely review, and sorry for the late response

10/10 Excellent

chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place
Being an English girl, working in Mumbai, quite often a getaway break to a local retreat without all the hustle and bustle in definitely on the cards. After extensive googling, I stumbled across the Marbella guest house which appeared to be a typical Goan retreat, close to a beach. All I can say is wow - this place does not disappoint. Sajjan, the manager is one of the most attentive and efficient managers I’ve experienced in India As for the guest house, it’s simply magical. I stayed in the penthouse (at a very reasonable cost). It’s quite simply, beautiful. The decor is stunning, the bed is comfy and it’s very clean. The location is sublime. Quite often, we only use hotels to sleep or to swim, but as this guest house was so charming, I decided to hang out for a while and enjoy copious cups of tea whilst sitting on the terrace and enjoying the tranquility of it all. Eating at the guest house is a must. Their menu is spot on and their breakfasts are perfect. I took the opportunity to try their home made Goan curry (as recommended by a trip advisor traveller) and I can honestly say, it’s the best curry I’ve ever eaten. Having enquired into the Goan style of cooking, the chef offered to show me the curry was cooked including all the step by step preparation. This was such an awesome experience. So.. in summary.... an 11/10 for me. 10/10 doesn’t do it justice. Service, location, food, room, ambience, attention to details... spot on. Thank you Marbella. You’ve nailed it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from Dian on 11 Jun 2018
Dear Chantal, Thank you for your lovely review. We are very happy you enjoyed every aspect of your stay. Hoping to see you again some time, With warm regards,

6/10 Okay

Oscar, U.K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at Marbella House left us with extremely mixed emotions. While the staff and food were exceptional, there were some fundamental flaws. Upon arrival, we were informed that the room we had booked had leaked during a rainy night. We were upgraded and found no issue at this point. It was not until that after 2 nights we were moved into the room we booked that our concerns started. Predictably it rained again, the room had not been repaired it had simply “dried out” and was not fit for purpose - so we were awoken at 1am with the rain leaking at multiple entry points, soaking our bed leaving us with cold and wet sheets, a slippery and dangerous tile floor and ruined technological products and personal possessions. Our wet bed caused a sleepless and distressed night, not only ruining our night but also the following days. The mumbled apology at the time, and being moved into the 3rd room of our stay did not meet expectations on how the situation could have been resolved. Upon check out, the only compensation we were offered was a removal of a 10% service charge - we werent made aware of - for paying on card. However we can not fault the front of house and kitchen staff and the incredible food they produced which was the saving grace of this potentially amazing yet extremely disappointing stay at Marbella.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from Dian on 11 Jun 2018
Dear Oscar, I'm very sorry for all the inconvenience caused to you, and that I was out of town and couldn't attend to the problems personally. The broken roof tiles had in fact been replaced, but new damage had occurred due to the falling of fruits our local mango picker had apparently overlooked. Now we added a big plastic sheet in the attic, to prevent any further disasters, such as monkeys shifting tiles. I'm also sorry that no real compensation was offered by the staff. They thought that since you were upgraded in your accommodation, everything should be okay, which it was most definitely not. If you ever decide to visit us again we will make sure to make it up to you. Warm regards and sorry again,

10/10 Excellent

Jerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our Indian DREAM
Truly the perfect stay. 10/10. Vibe: authentic Indian and so beautiful. An old renovated house with only 6 rooms. Dreamy and gorgeous. Location: the best of both worlds. Super close to all the action in Candolim (bars, shops, restaurants) and you can WALK to the beach and Fort Aguate. The hotel itself is on a charming dead end street so the stat itself is quiet and private. Staff: so friendly! Housekeeper was great, 24/7 staff, on-site chef who makes delicious, fresh food. Food is an extra cost but is extremely affordable. Cost: so reasonable especially for how excellent it is. We had the “penthouse” that included a private terrace, bathroom, bedroom, dining room, and HUGE living room and it was about $40USD per night. I would recommend this place to anyone and am already dying to go back!! Sheer perfection.
Response from Dian on 18 Apr 2018
Dear Jerri, Thank you so much for the lovely review. Warm regards, Dian

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Guesthouse with charm
The lovely gardens of Marbella are a delight to sit in and have your meals. I had a Twin room with comfortable beds and nicely decorated bathroom with good water pressure. There’s air con, fan and wifi. The chefs are wonderful and food yummy and reasonably priced. Staff are all very friendly and helpful. It is an easy walk of 15 mins to the beach and fort. Highly recommended for ambience and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Dian on 18 Apr 2018
Dear Jacqui, Thank you for the positive review. Warm regards, Dian

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Indian beach holiday
We spent 5 nights here and after a variety of different accommodations in India this proved to be an oasis of calm! Well run by charming staff. Especially impressed by the guys cooking and serving our meals, which were delicious and all cooked to order. The coffee was good too! We had booked the garden room but on arrival the penthouse was available and we were offered that at a discount so took up the offer. It was absolutely worth the money. Amazing room with lovely balcony, it felt like you were sitting out in the jungle. The beach is an easy 5 -10 min walk and there are plenty of places to eat and drink close by. Would recommend without hesitation.
Response from Dian on 18 Apr 2018
Dear Jane, I am glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and thanks for the great review. Warm regards, Dian

8/10 Good

Sangramsingh, Belgaum

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pleasant Portugal ambience stay.
Right place to enjoy old goan hospatility. Good place to leisure. Beautiful architect with great ambience.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Dian on 18 Apr 2018
Dear Sangramsingh, Thanks for the good review. Warm regards, Dian

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely guest house full of character and with very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food and an oasis of calm in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the local area.
Response from Dian on 18 Apr 2018
Dear Martin, Thanks for the great review. Warm regards, Dian

10/10 Excellent

A, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful location , great staff and food
Had a great time . Staff was very helpful . Food was good , beautiful rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Dian on 27 Jan 2018
Thank you so much for the positive review. Sorry for the delayed response. We're new to Expedia, and I hadn't noticed the review section as yet.

10/10 Excellent

NADINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Guest House Marbella Goa Nord
Superbe maison , calme , dans un jardin luxuriant. Tres bel accueil , beaucoup d attention de la part du personnel et surtout la meilleur cuisine de tout ce que j ai mangé ... De préférence prendre une chambre avec terrasse car manque d espace détente.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes Haus in unmittelbar ruhiger Lage. Der Sinqerim Beach ist in 10 Minuten fußläufig bequem zu erreichen. Sämtliches Personal war immer super freundlich und zuvorkommend. Wir haben uns rund um wohlgefühlt.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jean, Nice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
D'etre retire de la masse du centre ville ,du bruit.Car cette maison possede un jardin ou on entend que les oiseaux.Cette guest house est tres bien situe.je la recommande.le personnel est au petit soins et la nourriture est fraiche et delicieuse.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 7 Mar 2020
Thanks for your nice review. We will more happy if you come back next time.

10/10 Excellent

Marina, Deutschland

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traumhaft schön! Das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam, höflich und freundlich.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Marbe;;a Guest House on 10 Feb 2020
Thank you for your good review. Hope to see you again

6/10 Okay

Jean paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Marbella Guest house on 7 Sept 2019
Thank you for your review

10/10 Excellent

Anja, Tübingen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Marbella-Guesthouse bot uns nach einer 11-tägigen Rundreise genau das, wonach wir uns gesehnt hatten: Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit in einer bezaubernd schönen Umgebung (schöne portugiesische Villa, großzügiges Zimmer, wunderschön mit Antiquitäten eingerichtet, kleiner tropischer Garten), ausgesprochen aufmerksames freundliches Personal, leckeres Essen und schönem Strand in der Nähe. Das war Urlaub im Urlaub!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Marbella Guesthouse on 29 Apr 2019
Thanks for your lovely review. We are thankful to you for choosing Marbellla Guesthouse.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Etwas abseits vom Strand und Geschäften, dafür wunderbar ruhig. Altes Kolonialhaus mit viel Charme.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Marbella on 26 Apr 2019
Thanks for staying with us and your nice review.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
雰囲気あったが設備がもう少し良いといい。 シャワーの温度調節が困難でベッドマットレスも 柔らか過ぎた。スタッフは皆フレンドリーでした。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Marbella guest house on 29 Nov 2018
Thanks for your review.