Title: Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Dive into seaside fun or unwind poolside at this family-friendly retreat, where express check-in/out options make stays seamless. ## Photo gallery for Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat ![Beach nearby - Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat (Panaji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3810000/3805800/3805763/b0802730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat (Panaji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3810000/3805800/3805763/cefab852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat (Panaji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3810000/3805800/3805763/23ddc44e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premier Room | View from room - Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat (Panaji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3810000/3805800/3805763/0278eae5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat (Panaji)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3810000/3805800/3805763/f2732aea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat offers a seaside atmosphere with a pool, arcade/game room, and babysitting services. Enjoy in-room WiFi and quick check-in/out. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDona-Paula-Hotels-Sandalwood-Hotel-Retreat.h3805763.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDona-Paula-Hotels-Sandalwood-Hotel-Retreat.h3805763.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Panaji, Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Baga Beach and Candolim Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Splashdown Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Poriat Football Ground. With water skiing, parasailing, and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Panaji travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Panaji.dx6047166) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C15.45607%2C73.81595&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T4xlOzQTmk33p8qAwy6WzyFQXMw=) Vainguinim Beach, Panaji, Goa, 403004 ### What's nearby - ![Happy New Year from Goa!! Had the most surreal night ever!! Drinks under palm trees, an incredible live Blues band, yummy Chicken Burgers, conversations about why Ben is not welcome in Perth, sneeking into a party from the back door, being kicked out - just to do it all over again and successfully remain incognito until having to bribe the doorman with a beer, an Estonian being kissed by a New Zealander (she appeared out of nowhere and the look on his face was priceless), new Indian friends who thought they had a British accent, a random Dalmatian walking around, being invited for drinks meaning it was the cheapest New Year's ever, more Chicken Burgers, Goan beer tasting like Chocolate, pink flying lanterns and so much more....what a random night!! Happy New Year to y'all!!! May 2015 bring you more of the unexpected, one serendipity moment after another and immeasurable BLISS - because YOU, like everyone else, deserve to be happy!! Serendipitilicious Hugs and Kisses, Tess #alifefullofserendipity #serendipitytess #travelblogger #travelling #travel #traveltheworld #rtw#aroundtheworld, #inspirationalblog #foodblog #adventureblog #yoga #yogablog #fundraising #love #laughter #happiness #bliss #serendipity #expecttheunexpected #palmtrees #goa #newyear2015 #photooftheday #randomnightout #dancingonthebeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140018/b0ae17a3-13b6-490b-bd85-ace8a2db1299.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dona Paula Beach 8 min drive \- 1.4 km - ![Miramar Beach which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074914/b553c1e1-65de-4f33-8ae3-778b85f63c54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Miramar Beach 12 min drive \- 2.4 km - Vainguinim Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Goa University 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Caranzalem Beach 7 min drive \- 1.7 km ### Getting around - Cansaulim Verna Station 28 min drive - Dabolim Airport (GOI) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Peep Kitchen 4 min drive - Padaria Prazeres 5 min drive - Bar Outrigger 4 min drive - Café Ashwini Caranzalem 5 min drive - The Goan Room 3 min drive ## About this property ### Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Family-friendly hotel near Deltin Royale Casino Consider a stay at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and babysitting, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - A children's pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in - A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Childcare services and cribs/infant beds - Memory foam beds and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - 36-inch LCD TVs with cable channels - Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78150000/78145400/78145317/w4000h2661x0y169-21daf402.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swim Sea Beach Resort Panaji - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=78145317&PinnedHotelID=78145317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106050000/106049700/106049690/abf1e74f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minimalist Panjim Panaji - Pool - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 8 reviews CA $94 CA $99 total includes taxes & fees Jan 26 - 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Garden - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 3 buildings - 3 floors - Built in 2009 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### 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 ### Entertainment - 36-inch LCD TV with cable channels ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000 Cribs (infant beds) are available for INR 1000 ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - 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 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Hotel Retreat Hotel Sandalwood Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Dona Paula Sandalwood Hotel Retreat Sandalwood Retreat Sandalwood Retreat Dona Paula Sandalwood Hotel Retreat Dona Paula Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Goa/Dona Paula Sandalwood Hotel And Retreat Sandalwood Hotel Retreat Sandalwood & Retreat Panaji Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Hotel Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Panaji Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Hotel Panaji ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat have a pool? ### Is Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat? ### Where is Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sandalwood Hotel & Retreat Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 5.8 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 24 6 - Okay 18 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 6 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Andraous Feb 20, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel it is far away from everything is very dirty. Hotel room is dirty. Hotel is very very old. Nothing around the hotel. ##### Andraous Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rudra Nov 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good stay It was a good place but the place wasnt in actual Panji. The hotel is split by 2 brother's and the pool belongs to the other half. The actual hotel room was large. ##### Rudra Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Patrick Dec 17, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel is overpriced given its very mediocre facilities. Major drawback: the only option to move around was to use the only taxi driver made available by the hotel, who was charging 2 to 3 times the normal rate and proved unreliable. Foreign tourists should avoid this hotel. ##### Patrick Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Liam Dec 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service The room was large and had more space than expected. It was clean also. However, there was a kitchen with no cutlery or plates. The restaurant was okay but empty throughout. The bar wasn't open. There were no sunbeds around the pool. There were advertised sunbeds on the beach but these didnt exist. The nearby beach is essentially a private beach for the guests in the neighbouring 5 star hotels. This means you cant use any pf the facilities on the beach (cafe, bar, sunlounger) unless you are a guest from one of those hotels. There are security guards who escort you off the property even when enquiring if the restaurant/bars are open to non-guests. The nearest shops and restaurants are 30 minute walk up out of the valley and into Dona Paula so it is not ideal unless you have your own transport. The reception staff, when asked if they could book us a taxi, simply gave us the mobile number for a taxi company and refused to assist in arranging. The same goes for laundry. We enquired about the laundry, were given a mobile number of someone who no longer works in laundry and when we explained this was now the case they shrugged their shoulders as if that was the solution. Overall not a great hotel. It is not 4 star, probably 3 at best. ##### Liam ### 2/10 Terrible #### Sanjeev Nov 24, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Most Pathetic Hotel Terrible hotel rather it’s not a hotel it’s a lowest quality of railway she’s with no professionalism and ethics...I would request any one or every one do not book or stay at this hotel as they have no staff ..lowest quality of food and untrained staff to handle the hotel guests . The hotel management has no involvement and have no idea of the word meaning service or hotel or responsibility... ##### Sanjeev Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arica Dec 10, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely service, food, pool, clean We were so well cared for and got to know the staff. Clean comfortable rooms, tasty and affordable restaurant. A fantastic bargain. The only take away is it is not a walk to Panjim and cabs can be pricey—but you’re next to the nicest cleanest beach in town. ##### Arica Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Nov 17, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Terrible My suite was located on the 5th floor without an elevator. The room smelled bad. I complained to the reception, and someone came with a spray to spray a bit. Not enough light in nights. The restaurant was not hygiene. I ate a salad at the restaurant and became sick (food poisoning) for one day afterward. I complained to the hotel, and they said they do not have any medicine for food poisoning. The hotel was rated as 3.5 stars here (and 4 stars at other websites), but it should be ranked as 1 or 2 stars actually. I never used the pool. It was small and full of kids. BTW, I have seen two big rats in the yard. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### KENJI, Japan Hokkaido Nov 2, 2018 Liked: Staff & service ホテル内設備は若干古い部分もあるが、スタッフのホスピタリティでカバーしています。ビーチにも徒歩３分。レストランでの朝食昼食はローカル色もあり、充実。空港からは早くて３０分。混んでいる昼間でも１時間を見ればOK。エアコンは冷房が効き切らないので、外気で調整を。wifiは今回の滞在中ずっと使えませんでした。 ##### KENJI Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rach, New Zealand Oct 1, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fabulous authentic Goan food. Walking distance to a small, quiet beach. ##### Rach Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jun 13, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort Very noisy neighbours made for an unpleasant stay. Rooms were great for the price. Gym equipment wasn't great. Not the best location but it is walking distance from the beach and nearby Cidade Resort. All in all, ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jasmin Apr 12, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel i Dona Paula Lovely hotel, close to the beach. Very friendly staff and high level of service. Area is a bit boring because there are only two hotels more nearby but very nice beach where there are no high waves like on other Goa beaches. All in all, very positive experience. ##### Jasmin ### 6/10 Okay #### Per-Eive Jan 10, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort Hotellet var rent och snyggt, men det låg avsides. Rummet rent och städades väl. Wifi fungerade överraskande bra även på rummet. Man fick ta taxi för att kunna handla, för att gå på andra matställen etc. Personalen var trevlig men hade lite svårt att förstå vår euroengelska. Det var uppträdanden på innergården 8 kvällar runt nyår med en makalös hög volym, och då isoleringen var dåligt medförde det att vi blev väldigt störda av detta oljud på vårt rum. Stranden nära hotellet kändes inte fräsch, vi tog därför 5 dagar, taxi 3,5 mil söderut till de underbara stränderna som finns där. ##### Per-Eive Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Nov 7, 2017 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities It is difficult to find from Google Map. Also Collier food with less options for order. Far away from famous beaches. However nice breakfast ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KSK, NJ, USA Oct 14, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice Hotel with Amenities We were in Goa for just 4 nights, and wanted a nice hotel with some facilities and amenities (pool, spa, restaurant, etc...). Sandalwood Retreat was perfect for us, while it isn't a 5-star hotel, it was a nice, affordable alternative close to our Where we wanted to be. Would strongly recommend it, keeping in mind it is nice, simple place with attentive staff. ##### KSK Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra Feb 24, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing Enjoyed our stay. Nothing much in the immediate area. Beach almost deserted. Sunbeds and umbrellas there. Free shuttle into town every day. Nice pool. Breakfast good. Restaurant good, Phillip the head waiter very helpful and good English. Good place to chill out and relax. Nothing hectic here. ##### Alexandra ### 4/10 Poor #### Bernard, London Jan 18, 2017 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Adequate, but not recommended A very modest hotel. Some pleasant features, but rooms could be cleaner and more up to date. I asked several times for the AC to be fixed; it didn't happen. Requests seem to get lost in translation. A bit in the middle of nowhere, and the beach - 4 minute brisk walk away - not as nice as Miramar. A bit overpriced for the quality of the hotel. All in all, it is ok, but I wouldn't recommend ##### Bernard ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 3, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean hotel, but expensive commute The stay wasn't worth the money, especially because we spent a lot of money on commuting to and from beaches. The travel desk at the hotel was overcharging us just because there were no other cabbies available in the vicinity of the hotel. The hotel is fine if you intend to stay within the resort with kids. I wouldn't pay the same amount again for going there, especially because of the experience with the travel desk ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen, Hong kong May 14, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Ok place. Nice staff. Lengthy check in process. Too many rules and regulations all laid out on a sheet of A4 paper. Not too impressed to begin with but then a couple of the staff made us feel welcome. Pradeep the guy in the restaurant befriended us and made us feel at home. Philip was great, a well travelled man on cruise ships for many years, he know what hospitality means. No view from our balcony. Asked for slippers but were not complimentary we had to pay. Hotel In the middle of nowhere so not much to do. ##### Stephen ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 6, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Family emergency I had to go to Goa for a family member who was in a hospital near the hotel. The staff, especially the bellhops and those in the SeaPearl, were exceptional. The food was also outstanding although I don't recommend the malai kofta. Anyway, thank you Phillip and all the friendly young men who work in the restaurant. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Esther, TX Jan 15, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel, great breakfast buffet. The beach was disappointing. Silt water, river beach, not like the other white sand beaches in south Goa. Quiet and uncrowded but still disappointing. The three minute walk to the 'beach' was along trash and stagnant, bad smelling backwaters. ##### Esther ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 6, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### nice stay Their phone was not reachable. Somehow i found a driver who knows the area little bit and found address with help of Google maps. Staff and services were good . ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xueming, Shenyang ,China Dec 4, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Only beach Hotel It is too far away from the city, No buses ##### Xueming ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 24, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Schönes Hotel in Strandnähe Wir waren mitte Oktober 2015 da, in dem Hotel steigen zu 90% Inder ab. Der Strand ist zu Fuss innerhalb von 5 Minuten zu erreichen. Das Hotel bietet einen kostenlosen Shuttelservice an zweimal am Tag. Einmal um 10:30 nach Panaji und um 17:00 nach Donna Paula. Um den Rückweg muss man sich selber kümmern. Der Pool ist ok und sauber. Um das Hotel herum sind kleine Hügel und einige weitere Hotels sowie viele Privathäuser. Für Unternehmnungen zu Fuss ist das Hotel meiner Meinung nach nicht geeignet, außer der Strand. Die drei Nächte waren für uns sehr angenehm. Unsere Suite hatte 2 Balkone. Das einzige was sich für mich etwas schwierig gestaltete, war im Restaurant den Indern zu erklären das ich mich vegan ernähre. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anand May 4, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice Hotel Close to Beach Overall very happy with the stay. Nice comfortable rooms, with great amenities. Only thing lacking is a good children's play area. Beach is close by. ##### Anand ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 19, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Dovolená v Indii Hotelové služby byly na dobré úrovni,personál příjemný a vstřícný,jen by bylo dobré zřídit nějaké občerstvení na pláži. ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Bonanza Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Baga-Hotels-Bonanza-Hotel.h9022638.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Paradise Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Paradise-Island-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d2793-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Hyatt Goa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bambolim-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Goa.h4051243.Hotel-Information) > > [Mardan Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Antalya-Hotels-Titanic-Mardan-Palace-All-Inclusive.h34072813.Hotel-Information) > > [Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Thunder-Bay-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Thunder-Bay.h856692.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Durham Region](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Durham-Region-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d3000651856-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Treebo Kristal Sands Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Calangute-Hotels-Treebo-Kristal-Sands-Beach-Resort.h109083400.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Taipei Main Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Taipei-Main-Station-Hotels.d6217834.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cozy Stayz](https://www.expedia.ca/Vagator-Hotels-Cozy-Stayz.h111381118.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Old San Juan](https://www.expedia.ca/Old-San-Juan-San-Juan-Hotels.0-n553248633981709498-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The village agonda beach cottages ](https://www.expedia.ca/Canacona-Hotels-The-Village-Agonda-Beach-Cottages.h91480301.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Magnifique](https://www.expedia.ca/Alto-De-Porvorim-Hotels-Le-Magnifique.h22153560.Hotel-Information) > > [Aqua Marina Beach Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Candolim-Hotels-Aqua-Marina-Beach-Cottages.h63111447.Hotel-Information) > > [Kranti Yoga Tradition](https://www.expedia.ca/Canacona-Hotels-Kranti-Yoga-School.h98507132.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Kamloops](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamloops-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d3979-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Bermuda](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bermuda-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d20-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Chic Studio+Pool+2mins-Baga Lane ](https://www.expedia.ca/Baga-Hotels-Chic-StudioPool2mins-Baga-Lane.h102285452.Hotel-Information) > > [Azalea By Stone Wood Carmona](https://www.expedia.ca/Varca-Hotels-Azalea-By-Stone-Wood-Carmona.h108901444.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, Goa](https://www.expedia.ca/Dona-Paula-Hotels-Taj-Hotel-Convention-Centre.h46205118.Hotel-Information) > > [Sharanam Green Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Calangute-Hotels-Sharanam-Green-Resort.h2599880.Hotel-Information) > > [Aparthotels 161st Street-Yankee Stadium Station](https://www.expedia.ca/161st-Street-Yankee-Stadium-Station-Apart-Hotels.d553248635996338266-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotel Quinta Da Branca](https://www.expedia.ca/Baga-Hotels-Hotel-Quinta-Da-Branca.h107239359.Hotel-Information) > > [Honeymoon Resorts and Hotels in Alpine Acres](https://www.expedia.ca/Alpine-Acres-Tabernash-Hotels-Honeymoon-Hotels.0-n553248635976481661-0-tHoneymoonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Rose Goa Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Canacona-Hotels-Simrose-Beach-Resort.h109352145.Hotel-Information) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Geraldton](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Geraldton.d6027973.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities ### General