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3-star hotels in Benaulim
A shortlist of the 8 three-star hotels in Benaulim, from beach-road resorts to a quiet guesthouse inland. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want calm water, Goan food and easy access to the sand.
Staying in Benaulim
Benaulim is a quieter alternative to the busier beaches of North Goa, known for its serene beach, fishing community and Goan-Portuguese heritage. The calm water suits swimming, and boat trips out from the shore offer a chance to spot dolphins. Beach shacks serve fresh seafood and Goan specialities such as fish curry rice, and a vibrant market sells local crafts and spices.
The hotels on this shortlist sit along Benaulim Beach Road and in the Vasvaddo and Calwaddo pockets just behind it. Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim, Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort and Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms are closest to the centre, between 0.2 and 0.7 km away, while Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa and The Woodside Inn lie 1.4 and 1.5 km out. Couples get quiet gardens and pool bars, families get kids pools and family rooms, and business travellers have a business centre at Karma Royal Palms.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim
Benaulim Beach Road South Goa, Benaulim, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWith 2,235 reviews and a 4.6 guest rating, this is the most-reviewed address on the list and sits 0.5 km from the centre, close to Benaulim Beach Road. A fitness centre and an outdoor pool with its own pool bar cover the days you are not on the sand, and family rooms, a games room and badminton keep children busy. Dining runs from a restaurant to room service. It suits couples and families who want a full-service 3-star stay within walking distance of the beach.
See Fairfield by Marriott Goa BenaulimPalette Beira Mar Beach Resort
2A Opp. Lotus Suites Benaulim Beach, Benaulim, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThis resort faces Benaulim Beach from its spot opposite Lotus Suites, 0.7 km from the centre. Diving and scuba diving are on the facility list, as are fishing and bowling, so the itinerary writes itself beyond the pool and its bar. A garden and picnic area add space to slow down between outings, and a playground and family-friendly dining suit guests travelling with children. Good for active couples and families who want the water to be the point of the trip.
See Palette Beira Mar Beach ResortKarma Royal Palms
Vasvaddo, Benaulim, India
Best for: Pool and spa · Breakfast
- Outdoor pool
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereKarma Royal Palms is the closest property here to the centre, 0.1 km away, which makes it the handiest base for guests who want Benaulim's shops and restaurants on foot. The 8,590 guest reviews are the largest count on this list. On site there is an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar, with breakfast served. Couples and longer-staying guests who prefer a compact, well-reviewed resort close to the village will find it fits.
See Karma Royal PalmsLa Grace Resort
Vaswaddo Benaulim Salcete, Benaulim, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA spa and massage service sets La Grace Resort apart from the other addresses, and the fitness centre means guests need not drop their routine. It stands 0.7 km from the centre in Vaswaddo. Karaoke and entertainment activities fill the evenings, and a separate kids pool keeps young swimmers happy alongside the main outdoor pool. Couples wanting treatments without leaving the property, and families who like their days programmed, are both well served here.
See La Grace ResortFortune Resort Benaulim Goa Member ITC Hotels' Group
1795 H Calwaddo, Benaulim, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFortune Resort Benaulim Goa, 1.4 km from the centre at Calwaddo, is the choice for guests who want a big, structured resort and bring a pet along, since pets are allowed. An outdoor pool with a kids pool, a fitness centre and karaoke cover the day, and cars or bikes can be rented at the desk for trips further afield. Couples and families on a longer Goa stay will appreciate the range of dining and the entertainment programme.
See Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa Member ITC Hotels' GroupCarina Beach Resort
Vaswado, Benaulim, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCarina Beach Resort sits 0.7 km from the centre in Vaswado and pairs an outdoor pool and kids pool with badminton, so sport and swimming are both on the doorstep. A garden, terrace and patio give plenty of shaded corners, and the beach is nearby for the main event. Guests can rent a car or use the shuttle service to get around. It appeals to families and to couples who want a quiet, green base close to Benaulim's sand.
See Carina Beach ResortFabhotel Grand Royal Palms
1609 Vasvaddo Benaulim Beach Rd, Benaulim, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAt 0.2 km from the centre on Benaulim Beach Road, Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms is one of the most central options here, and its kitchen and family rooms make it practical for guests staying several nights. An outdoor pool, a lounge with a fireplace and a banquet hall cover quiet afternoons and group dinners, and valet parking takes the car off your hands. A sensible pick for families and small groups who want to walk to Benaulim's restaurants.
See Fabhotel Grand Royal PalmsThe Woodside Inn
H.No 1798 B Near Taj Exotica Calvaddo Benaulim, Benaulim, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRooms at The Woodside Inn include balconies and a Jacuzzi, and the spa adds a further reason to stay in. The property is 1.5 km from the centre, near Taj Exotica in Calvaddo, with the beach nearby. An outdoor pool with a pool bar, a restaurant and room service mean meals and swims need no planning, and a shuttle service handles the trip into Benaulim. Couples looking for a quieter, more indulgent 3-star base will like it here.
See The Woodside Inn
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim | ★★★ | 4.6 | 2,235 | Yes | – | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,221 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Karma Royal Palms | ★★★ | 4.3 | 8,590 | – | Yes | Yes | 0.1 km |
| La Grace Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 2,577 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa Member ITC Hotels' Group | ★★★ | 4.1 | 3,907 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Carina Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,060 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms | ★★★ | 3.9 | 906 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| The Woodside Inn | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | 1.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
La Grace Resort and Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa both have kids pools and family rooms, and La Grace adds a kitchenette. Carina Beach Resort and Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms also list family rooms, with Carina Beach Resort offering a playground and swimming pool for children.
La Grace Resort · Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa Member ITC Hotels' Group · Carina Beach Resort · Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms
Closest to the centre
Karma Royal Palms is 0.1 km from the centre and Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms 0.2 km, both with outdoor pools. Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim is 0.5 km away on Benaulim Beach Road, and Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort is 0.7 km away opposite Lotus Suites, close to the sand.
Karma Royal Palms · Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms · Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim · Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort
Best guest ratings
Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim scores 4.6 out of 5 and Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort 4.4 out of 5. Karma Royal Palms and La Grace Resort both sit at 4.3 out of 5. All four are 3-star and within 0.7 km of the centre.
Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim · Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort · Karma Royal Palms · La Grace Resort
For couples
Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim pairs a pool bar with a fitness centre and a garden.
Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim · The Woodside Inn · Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort
Where to stay in Benaulim
Benaulim Beach Road
This area runs parallel to the beach and is lined with resorts, guesthouses and beach shacks, offering easy access to the sand and sea. Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim and Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms both sit on the road, so the beach, the shacks and the market are close at hand.
Our picks here: Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim
Vasvaddo
The addresses of Karma Royal Palms, La Grace Resort, Carina Beach Resort and Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms name Vasvaddo or its variants, the pocket just behind the beach road. Resorts, guesthouses and local homes mix here, and the coast is within easy reach.
Our picks here: Karma Royal Palms · Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms
Calwaddo
Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa and The Woodside Inn both stand in Calwaddo, the quiet inland side of Benaulim named in their addresses. The Woodside Inn is near Taj Exotica, and both are set among gardens away from the busiest beachfront stretches.
Our picks here: Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa Member ITC Hotels' Group
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Benaulim?
Karma Royal Palms is 0.1 km from the centre, the nearest on this list, with Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms at 0.2 km and Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim at 0.5 km. The Woodside Inn, at 1.5 km, is the furthest.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Most do. Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim, Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort, Karma Royal Palms, La Grace Resort, Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa, Carina Beach Resort, Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms and The Woodside Inn all list an outdoor pool.
Can I park a car at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim, Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort, La Grace Resort, Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa, Carina Beach Resort, Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms and The Woodside Inn. Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms also offers valet parking.
Which hotels are best for families with children?
La Grace Resort and Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa have kids pools and family rooms. Carina Beach Resort adds a playground and kids pool, while Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms and The Woodside Inn list family rooms.
Are pets allowed at any of these hotels?
Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa is the only hotel on this shortlist that lists pets allowed.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Karma Royal Palms, La Grace Resort, Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa, Carina Beach Resort and Fabhotel Grand Royal Palms. Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort offers breakfast in room, and several hotels also list a restaurant.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim has the highest rating at 4.6 out of 5 from 2235 reviews. Palette Beira Mar Beach Resort follows at 4.4 out of 5, and Karma Royal Palms and La Grace Resort are both at 4.3 out of 5.
Do any of these hotels have a spa or fitness centre?
La Grace Resort lists a spa, and The Woodside Inn lists a spa and jacuzzi. Fitness centres are available at Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim, La Grace Resort and Fortune Resort Benaulim Goa.