Being an English girl, working in Mumbai, quite often a getaway break to a local retreat without all the hustle and bustle in definitely on the cards. After extensive googling, I stumbled across the Marbella guest house which appeared to be a typical Goan retreat, close to a beach. All I can say is wow - this place does not disappoint.
Sajjan, the manager is one of the most attentive and efficient managers I’ve experienced in India
As for the guest house, it’s simply magical. I stayed in the penthouse (at a very reasonable cost). It’s quite simply, beautiful. The decor is stunning, the bed is comfy and it’s very clean. The location is sublime. Quite often, we only use hotels to sleep or to swim, but as this guest house was so charming, I decided to hang out for a while and enjoy copious cups of tea whilst sitting on the terrace and enjoying the tranquility of it all.
Eating at the guest house is a must. Their menu is spot on and their breakfasts are perfect. I took the opportunity to try their home made Goan curry (as recommended by a trip advisor traveller) and I can honestly say, it’s the best curry I’ve ever eaten. Having enquired into the Goan style of cooking, the chef offered to show me the curry was cooked including all the step by step preparation. This was such an awesome experience.
So.. in summary.... an 11/10 for me. 10/10 doesn’t do it justice. Service, location, food, room, ambience, attention to details... spot on. Thank you Marbella. You’ve nailed it.