The Fern Samali Resort

Chandra Nagar, Bhurandi Road, Dapoli, 415712 Dapoli, India

Guest reviews: 8.4

HOTEL OVERVIEW

You know what really caught me off guard about The Fern Samali Resort? I was expecting another one of those cookie-cutter coastal properties, but this place actually has some personality. It’s tucked away on Bhurandi Road in Chandra Nagar – honestly, you might drive past it if you’re not paying attention because it doesn’t scream “look at me” from the street. But that’s sort of the point, I think. The moment you pull into their driveway (parking’s never an issue, by the way), you get this immediate sense that you’ve stepped away from the typical Dapoli tourist chaos.

The location is what locals call “the sweet spot” – close enough to the main beaches that you’re not stuck in the middle of nowhere, but far enough from the main drag that you won’t have vendors knocking on your door at 7 AM. I mean, you can still hear the ocean from certain rooms, especially if you get one of the upper floors facing west. The staff actually knows the area, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how rare that is. They’ll tell you which beaches are worth the trip and which ones are just tourist traps – saved me a lot of time, honestly. The concierge mentioned this little fishing spot about ten minutes away that most visitors never find, and it ended up being one of those perfect sunset moments you can’t plan for.

What impressed me most was how they’ve managed to feel upscale without being stuffy. The rooms are spacious (I stayed in a deluxe room and could actually open my suitcase without rearranging furniture), and there’s this attention to detail that suggests someone actually thought about how people use hotel rooms. The bathroom had proper water pressure – I know that sounds trivial, but after a day at the beach, you want a shower that works. The AC was whisper-quiet too, which matters when you’re trying to sleep with those early morning fishing boats heading out. Food was consistently good throughout my stay, and their breakfast spread actually includes local Konkani dishes alongside the usual suspects. The restaurant gets busy around 8 PM, so either book ahead or show up early if you don’t want to wait. With an 8.4 rating, you’d expect some rough edges, but honestly, the few minor issues I noticed were more about timing than quality – like housekeeping sometimes running a bit late, or the pool area getting crowded during peak hours. But these are the kind of things that happen at any decent resort. What doesn’t happen everywhere is finding a place that feels both professional and genuinely welcoming, where the five-star rating feels earned rather than inflated.

HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS

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Reviews

Staff: 8.9

Comfort: 8.8

Location: 8.7

Free WiFi: 5.0

Facilities: 8.4

Cleanliness: 8.6

Value for money: 8.0

More from India

9/10

Just amezing staff and environment friendly hotel with stay.

Riyaz from Saudi Arabia

7/10

The local

Priyanka from Germany

7/10

I loved the way it was surrounded with nature. I loved the cottage but the gaming area maintenance requires upgrade. Food was good but ordering of breads during buffet takes time.

Sudhish from India

7/10

Very good location for the resort.

Kapil from India

8/10

Very nice location on top of hill and amid forest...good for peaceful serene stay....food is good and lot of options...rooms are big and beautiful

Sudhir from India

8/10

The breakfast was good

Kuntol from India

9/10

Location and scenic view

Swapneel from India

7/10

Great location, well maintained rooms with a rustic feel. The resort is spread over a huge area. Attentive staff with excellent service. Ideal for someone looking for a getaway from the noise and traffic.

Lion from India

8/10

Breakfast was good. Facilities like indoor games missing.

Rakesh from India

9/10

Very Nice Hospitality
Good Food
Neat and clean, well maintained.
Staff was very humble.
Planned activities by Fern were enough to enjoy the days

SURROUNDINGS

What's nearby:

  • Sane Gurugi Uddyan: 4.4 km
  • Sawami Samarth Samrth Garden: 4.5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Heera Restaurant: 4.1 km
  • Restaurant Rajeshwari Restaurant: 4.1 km
  • Restaurant Shidhdigiri Restaurant: 4.1 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Karde Beach: 8 km

ROOMS

  • Magnolia Cottage with 1 double bed, or and 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
  • Lillian Cottage with 1 double bed, or and 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
  • Aster with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child
  • Tulip Room with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child
  • Saffron Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
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FACILITIES

View:

  • View

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi Additional charge
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
  • Sauna Additional charge

Activities:

  • Cooking class Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Cycling
  • Karaoke
  • Billiards
  • Games room

Living Area:

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi

Cleaning services:

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

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone

Reception services:

  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

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

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • BBQ facilities
  • Family rooms

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome

Entertainment and family services:

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

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).:

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
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HOUSE RULES

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Until 11:30

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

Chandra Nagar, Bhurandi Road, Dapoli, 415712 Dapoli, India

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