Mercure Goa Devaaya Resort

Mercure Goa Devaaya Resort, Divar Island, Panjim, Goa, 403403 Old Goa, India

Guest reviews: 8.7

HOTEL OVERVIEW

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first heard about a resort on Divar Island – I mean, most people stick to the beach strips in North Goa, right? But the Mercure Devaaya turned out to be one of those pleasant surprises that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something special. The ferry ride over from Old Goa is actually part of the charm (though you’ll want to check the timing – they’re pretty regular but not exactly frequent). Once you’re on the island, it’s like stepping into a different version of Goa entirely.

The resort itself sits beautifully along the Mandovi River, and I’ve got to say, watching the sunset from their riverside area beats any crowded beach scene. The rooms are spacious – not just “hotel spacious” but actually roomy enough that you’re not tripping over your suitcase every time you move around. What really got me was the attention to detail in the Ayurvedic spa; they’re serious about wellness here, not just throwing around buzzwords. The treatments feel authentic, and the therapists actually know what they’re doing. The pool area can get busy during peak season (December through February, you know how it is), but even then, there are plenty of quiet corners to escape to. The restaurant serves decent Goan food – their fish curry is solid, though I’d still recommend venturing into Panjim for dinner at least once during your stay.

You know what really sets this place apart though? The location gives you the best of both worlds. You’re away from the tourist chaos but still close enough to Old Goa’s churches (about 15 minutes by taxi once you’re back on the mainland) and Panjim’s Latin Quarter. The staff genuinely seems to enjoy working there – check-in was smooth, and they’re helpful without being pushy about spa treatments or excursions. Fair warning: if you’re the type who needs to be walking distance from nightlife and shopping, this might feel too secluded. But if you want to actually relax and maybe do some gentle exploring during the day, it’s pretty ideal. The 8.7 rating makes sense – it’s not perfect (the WiFi can be spotty in some rooms, and breakfast gets repetitive after a few days), but it delivers on what it promises. I’d definitely go back, especially during monsoon season when the island gets even more lush and peaceful.

HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS

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Reviews

Staff: 9.3

Comfort: 9.0

Location: 8.8

Free WiFi: 5.8

Facilities: 8.6

Cleanliness: 9.1

Value for money: 8.6

Maria from Kuwait

9/10

The ambiance was clean and beautiful. It was very quiet and relaxing

Pinaki from India

9/10

Beautiful resort, very well maintained.

Selina from Germany

9/10

Very nice staff (Rini and Ankur who worked in the restaurant were particularly friendly and helpful), delicious breakfast, spacious room, beautiful scenery around the resort...

Imtiyaz from India

8/10

Excellent location. Great staff, amenities and activities and good food. It is a well maintained property that is located in Divar island which is a blessing. They have fun activities like fishing, Housie, badminton etc and we all loved our stay here. The food served in breakfast and in other meals was pretty good and the staff were very warm. ...

Imtiyaz from India

8/10

Excellent location. Great staff, amenities and activities and good food.

It is a well maintained property that is located in Divar island which is a blessing. They have fun activities like fishing, Housie, badminton etc and we all loved our stay here. The food served in breakfast and in other meals was pretty good and the staff were very warm.

If you have not taken a ferry yet in Goa, get ready for this one. you just drive the car onto the ferry and they charge you Rs 10 for this. we found it pretty fun. the old goa traffic during december is something good to be forgotten.

a couple of points to be looked into:-

wifi is pretty flaky. we were in 1st floor and we barely had any wifi reception. the regular cellular network is pretty bad here so having a good wifi would be welcome.

some door mats in the washrooms are much needed.

Omkar from India

8/10

Well maintained clean and beautiful location

Yuval from Israel

9/10

Breakfast Buffet was good and varied. Service was excellent, Hlutei, Ankur and the rest of the stuff were considerate and professional.
The property is near Old Goa, and Vinod and the reception helped with planning the short excursions.
The plants and gardens are well-maintained, so it's nice to walk around the properrty.

Sandhya from India

8/10

Staff is very good

Pravin from United Kingdom

9/10

Location superb food is also exceptional 👌

Pankaj from India

8/10

The location and the property

Arushi from India

9/10

The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff are really warm and welcoming! The rooms and other facilities are also very well designed and maintained- will definitely return for another stay soon :)

SURROUNDINGS

What's nearby:

  • Shade Park: 13 km
  • Bridge Panji: 14 km
  • Krishna Park: 5 km
  • Goa State Museum: 14 km
  • Viceroy’s Arch: 4.2 km
  • St Peters Paradise: 13 km
  • Childrens Play Park: 16 km
  • Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary: 10 km
  • New Pundalik Nagar Garden: 16 km
  • Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Maidan: 10 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Maya Bar: 6 km
  • Cafe/bar Mandala Bar: 6 km
  • Restaurant Rock Inn Restaurant & Bar: 1.7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Mayem Lake: 8 km

Public transport:

  • Train Karmali: 6 km

Closest airports:

  • Dabolim Airport: 47 km
  • Sindhudurg Airport: 94 km
  • Manohar Parrikar International Airport: 34 km

ROOMS

  • Junior Suite with One Double Bed - Garden Side with 1 double bed for 3 adults
  • Superior Double Room with Garden View with 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
  • Superior Twin Room with Garden View with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
  • Villa Room with Double Bed and River View with 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
  • Villa Twin Room with Garden View with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
  • Superior Double Room - River Side for 3 adults
  • Superior Double Room - Garden Side for 3 adults
  • Superior Twin Room - River Side for 3 adults
  • Superior Twin Room - Garden Side for 3 adults
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FACILITIES

General:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna Additional charge

Activities:

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge
  • Bingo
  • Archery Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Restaurant

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Hindi

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun umbrellas

Entertainment and family services:

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles

Parking Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Street parking
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HOUSE RULES

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 12:00 to 13:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

HOTEL ADDRESS

Mercure Goa Devaaya Resort, Divar Island, Panjim, Goa, 403403 Old Goa, India

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