Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa

Awesome vacation

Naresh Sukumaran

My wife and I had planned our annual holiday ,with our naughty two year old daughter,to Goa this year. Our first and natural choice for stay was Taj despite Hyatt and Leela palace being available at slightly lesser prices. We were in love with Exotica ever since we saw the pictures online of the vast sprawling expanse of greenery merging with the endless seas and skies on one side, and the beautiful perfectly interiored rooms and villas on the other. We were sent a complimentary pick up vehicle to the airport and on reaching the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa, we were welcomed by the banjo players who played a special song (twinkle twinkle) to appease our little star. By virtue of our membership card, we were given an upgradation to a premium villa room with plunge pool. On checking in , my wife jumped in joy and shreiked almost as loudly as my daughter in excitement. The room was too beautiful to express in words. There was a tv inside the bathroom which made ME almost jump in joy. The room was spotlessly clean and the plunge pool was well maintained too. We were pretty hungry after the flight and the swim , the in room dining options could use more variety, especially on the vegetarian side. We ordered a pasta for the baby and waffles for us. Baby food as usual was complimentary. The taste of the food reminded of why we keep coming back to Taj repeatedly. The dinner spread and the subsequent days breakfast spread was amazing too. We especially loved the khulcha and chole which was served for dinner the next day. Everyday the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa staff made special vegetable/palak khichdi for our baby who loved it. We loved the hospitality shown to us at the restaurant. What touched us th most was what happened the last day of the stay. We had packed baby food for the flight ; we had asked for palak khichdi- to our immense surprise they had kept a few ripe bananas as back up in addition to the khichdi. We were extremely satisifed with the below, in addition to the above said: 1. Spa: Polite and helpful staff. My wife claims to have spent a blissful one and a half hours there. 2. Buggy: Prompt buggy services to navigate in and around the property. 3. Play area: The staff there were genuinely loving towards the children and organised interesting activities everyday. 4. Swim diapers: Needless to say more on this 5. Souvenier: A very thoughtul sovenier to take away, apart from beautiful memories Suggestions: 1. Swim wear on rent- We were pretty sure this would be handy especially at a sea side place like this. Also my wife could not get into the jacuzzi at the spa (and it was supposed to be an important part of the massage experience) cos she didnt have a swim suit. 2. Feni in the in room bar- Come on! Goa is famous for its Feni. It is only natural that guests would love to see a bottle or two of it in their rooms 3.More care at the billing desk: Though we have no other complaints at the ever polite staff of Taj, we felt that there could be more experienced staff at the billing desk. Our TIC and Epicure points were not redeemed at the time of checking out even after we reminded them. Special mention: - We do not know the full name of the chef, but Mr Amit at the restaurant was the highlight of our stay. Thanks to him for making our meal time most memorable. - Room decoration and cake : I just informed the reception thru email to surprise my wife for our anniversary celebration, guess what they did it flawlessly. Thanks!

Excellent Stay

Deepak Bharadia

Just back today after spending few days at Taj Exotica, Goa with my family. Was completely blown over by the exquisite experience - right from the check-in till check-out. It is a grand property of 60 acres so beautifully maintained and probably the best in Goa. Had booked the best room facing the Ocean & the golf-course with a small private balcony. One has to be there in the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa to experience the fantastic ambience, scenic beauty - what with beautiful coconut trees, lush green ground, private beach running into miles, children activities, great service etc. You name it and they have it. Food was amazing & we ate in all restaurants and every one of them was fabulous with delicious food and fabulous service. The Hotel is indeed luxurious and service one of the best !!! Everybody made our stay unforgettable. Every staff member made sure that one gets superb service & feel special. Thanks Taj Exotica and keep up the great service !

Excellent Stay

Prabhul Sankar K S

I stayed for 2 days. The reception staff were not very friendly. During checkout they made me wait for about 10 mins extra claiming I had not paid the lunch bill. Later they realized that it was an error on their part. This happened despite tipping the waiter generously when I ordered room service. Room was pretty decent. Small but well furnished. Bathroom was just ok. Not very clean. The breakfast buffet was free. It was satisfactory. The restaurant is vegetarian and the food was good enough.The Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa is located just off the main road and the surrounding area is not very clean since it is very close to the market. Overall, I will recommend this Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa for two reasons: 1. They have 24 hours check out service. 2. Its value for money. I do not think you can get a decent Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa at this price elsewhere. So if you visit with low expectations, you will not be disappointed.

Taj lives up to its name

Seshadri Bashyam

Stayed at Taj Exotica during the Diwali holidays and I must say it was an awesome trip. As expected, the service, food, ambience and the property itself are the best of the class. Of course it is expensive because it is Taj. But it is an experience worth the money especially for people who are otherwise very busy with routine life. There is a private beach, spa and multiple dining options which are great plus points. If partying is the reason to go to Goa, then some options in North Goa could be better suited since they are closer to the night bazaars. Taj is kind of secluded in South Goa in a way. But it can afford to stay secluded since everything is available inside and there is no need really to venture out much. Service was beyond comparison to other places I have ever stayed at. Staff is super awesome as well. And facilities are great too. Overall nice experience and will definitely revisit provided it fits the budget.

Excellent Stay

Tilottama Pal

Taj Exotica is a definition of hospitality at its best , staff is extra courteous and proactive as if waiting how to make your stay even more delightful, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa facilities are the best in south goa, the property is impeccably clean and well maintained,food is extremely palatable and tasty. The beach attached is pristine white and has almost all beach activities. Lobsters shack is a good beach side restaurant , the spa is worldclass, you can take cycles from the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa and cycle on the beach. Its an amazing experience, one word of caution. Taj Exotica Goa spoils you so much that after you have stayed here there are very few places you will be satisfied with.

Excellent Stay

Rupender Goyal

Taj Exotica has everything that one wants on a leisure trip: hospitality, luxury, friendly courteous staff and a great room. The room was really good, well equipped and maintained, with a Garden and Ocean view. The staff was courteous, friendly and really helpful and always eager to make your stay better. Small things like arrival pics in chocolate frame, welcome cake, flowers, occasion based room decoration with petals etc makes the stay extra special. The property itself is great as well, big lush green gardens, swimming pool, a lot of activities, and access to a nice quiet beach makes it a perfect location. At the end of the trip the feeling was, if only we could just extend the stay here for a few more days.

Beautiful Hotel with Spectacular Beach view

Bhavna Guidry

Just came back from a 3 day, 2 night stay at the Taj Exotica. What an amazing Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa. The grounds are absolutely lovely and the beach side is pristine. The Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa staff are incredibly accommodating. They even sent a crib with stuffed toy and Johnson's baby products for my two-year-old daughter. The restaurants at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa were lovely. I especially enjoyed Miguel Arcanjo's Mediterranean place. The seafood dishes there were exquisite. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it for other families.

Must visit destination.

Nivi Jalan

One of the best vacation memories made . Will certainly go back again. Staff are very courteous and caring. Every part of the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa is beautiful and well kept. Breakfast buffet has a great range of options. Private beach is superb. As clean as possible. All possible water sports are there at same rates as north Goa beaches. Bathrooms are awesome . So are the rooms. Buggy rides from room to lobby is quite refreshing and we can call for the buggy numerous times. Full day activities take place for all age groups. Bicycles are available in all sizes to tour the property.

Love you Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa

Arijit Das

Supreme in class,ambience, hospitality. A true definition of hospitality. Starting from the entrance any corner of this 56 acres property you go, you will get personalized attention. The restaurant, food and chefs are peak in class. The view and property is ultimate of the resort. The response time to everything is at 4G speed. Congratulations to the staffs and management team for everything they provide to the guests by keeping the standards high. Reception, housekeeping,bar all are phenomenon in their way. They do everything happily. Guys count me in for next time in Goa.

Great place to relax and feel refreshed

Rakesh gautam

One of our favourite holiday property in India. Property located on a beautiful peaceful beach wherein you can walk long distance. One can also opt for walk or cycling inside the property surrounded by well maintained gardens & water bodies. If you are a golf lover then they have a nice golf course besides the place to play cricket or football. This is topped up by extremely top class service by the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa staff which is consistent and courteous. Food can be better. Overall a great place to relax and you come back completely refreshed.

OUT OF THIS WORLD EXPERIENCE. Excellent service, rooms and great Hospatality

Sachin Chhabra

Very courteous & Helpful employees. LUVEENA JAIN (Restaurant Manager) is very helpful, efficient and takes care of each and every food and beverage needs. You ask for anything and it will be done in seconds and done perfectly. You don't have to ask for basic things. From check in till check out you are like the King of that place, such royal treatment we got. We had a wonderful time, our kid was busy in lot of activities and enjoyed every bit of it. we too enjoyed archery, golf, cycling and goan food festival. Its a BEST PLACE TO UNWIND AND REJUVENATE.

Amazing experience

Ashish Sharma

This is one of the best properties I have visited to, both in terms of location and quality of services offered. Located on the beach, it is 56 acres of lush green, well maintained property. The staff was very courteous and was always available for assistance. There were hosts of complimentary services like gym, carnival, sports etc. The food was delectable and had a variety of local and international cuisines. Price was slightly on the higher side but none the less, the experience of staying there makes it up. Highly recommended.

The Hotel staff gave very good and warm service.

Yatin Annasahib Wani

Everything was good and was in its place. We had a good experience with all the facilities provided by the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa.

Simply unforgettable experince

RAHUL HUKKU

Right from the word go, everything about the place is mesmerizing and relaxing. Great experience, will come back for sure.

Wah Taj!!

Digambar Prabhutendulkar

Felt well and truly cared for!My daughter was pampered like a princess!Fabulous property which does not require you to go out of Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa grounds to enjoy.Ground floor sea view balcony rooms are best.Go for king size beds, will accommodate a kid with the parents comfortably.

Good Stay

GAURANGKUMAR BHATT

Golden crown management should improve their house keeping. Its very slow and disliked.

Excellent Stay

Sriram Balasubramanian

Outstanding place! The property is amazingly well maintained. The private beach is superb and you can access from the Hotel directly. The beach is very clean and water good. Swimming pool is excellent. Great activities for the children. And last but not the least - the food is just out of this world! Fantastic experience!

Good Stay

Stuart Forsyth

The Taj Exotica is the perfect getaway for relaxation and romance. Exquisitely manicured grounds, friendly and attentive staff, delightful pool and a host of activities as well as the charming Lobster Shack combine to make an unforgettable holiday. The room was excellent, the value for money unbeatable and definitely a place to return to. Very happy.

Family vacation

Vikas Sharma

Great place for stay, very courteous and professional staff, exceptional food and service.

A very nice and relaxing experience

Debarati Mazumdar

We went for a quiet and relaxing holiday and Taj Exotica served the purpose. The property is just amazing to stay and spend the whole day. Staff is extremely courteous and helpful. However just one thing I felt that if somebody comes with an intention of doing a tourist thing of costing other places, the Taj taxi service is a little overpriced. Rest all was 5 out of 5. Looking forward to come back again.

Excellent Stay

Ravish Channe

I selected the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa,Salcete,Goa based on the reviews at make my trip. I must say it deserved 4.9/5 rating comfortably. It offers an elite lifestyle, courteous staff, range of nicely cooked food outlets, lots of activities for kids that really made it success. I must mention few things like 'star gazing' event. It was wonderful experience for everyone to have telescopic guided tour of open skies.

Good Stay

NITISH KAPADIA

We had an amazing experience at the Taj Exotica. The food was excellent and all the staff was helpful too. We loved the food at Eugenia and would specially mention the exceptional services of staff members Mr. Krishna and Mr. Love.

Great stay

Anju bajaj

Nice property, very nice staff and hospitality.

very nice!!!

Jaya Bhatia

Its a real good place and the staff takes care of you completely.

Amazing stay, simply loved it

Rohit Sharma

Staff are really polite and go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and relaxed. The resort is huge and wonderful, full of activities to keep you busy all day. Lovely beach front. Highly recommend celebrating anniversaries here. Deserves 5 stars.

It was an Awesome & a Mesmerising Holiday

Raunak Banerjee

Everything was more than our expectation. Right from the Customer & Guest care to the Hotel facilities, the food, the location everything was much to the mark. Regret in delay in the reply as self just returned from my vacation.

Good Stay

Jetain

Great place to stay & enjoy.

Service

neil pinto

An island of paradise with 5 star.
Nice view. Beautiful and an actual example of how hospitality service is all about.

Good Stay

Dhiraj

Very nice, not crowded so plenty of space for a couple.

Good stay

Umesh

The location is excellent. The property is well maintained and very big. The service can be improved though - the food (if served in room) was generally not hot. The staff was a polite and helpful. Overall it was a good stay.