Family members have been to this hotel last year and reported it as being good, bordering on very good. Sadly, it appears that this hotel has started to spiral downwards in terms of cleanliness and appearance. Our room was basic (we have been to Goa before and so we knew what to expect) but it was always dirty, the floor only seemed to be swept every few days, flies that had been swatted remained on walls rather than being wiped off, the glass we used to wash our mouths with after brushing our teeth was never changed. All small things but they added up to a dirty room, a shame really. The hotel couold also do with a lick of paint, it does look tired now but you could tell that at one time it was a very nice hotel.

The hotel is located about a 10min walk down a rough and ready 'road' near all spice restraunt and taxi drivers wanted a further 50rps to go down this road which was a bit of a cheek but that goes to show you just how rough and ready the road was that the drivers didnt want to take their taxis down there!

We only had breakfast a couple of times and there appeared to be something for everyone, but mostly we ate at the beach shacks so cant really comment on the standard of the food.

The staff were helpful when we asked them questions although one thing we found to be strange was that they wanted you to sign for drinks in the fridge when they stocked up rather than for the drinks that were drunk?!? we refused to sign and after a while I think they saw our point.

I feel that I need to stick up for this hotel. We stayed for 2 weeks in March & had a lovely relaxing time.

When we arrived in the middle of the night we were signed in & shown to our room with no problems. When we woke up the next morning we were intially unhappy with being next to the garden pool, but we soon realised that there is much more space & there is the much needed shade available for the trees. We didnt end up spending any time by the other pool which is the one you mainly see advertising in the brochures etc.. The main hotel buildings could do with a lick of paint but it was so peaceful it more than made up for it. When you go into town & see some of the hotels on main streets with loads of people & busy roads next to them you realise just how nice the Lagoa Azul is.

Our room was basic but clean & tidy. I was not perfect by any means, could do with some decoration but it had all you need & was a nice peaceful place to come back to after the madness of the streets.

We ate breakfast there every day which consisted of fruit, bread, toast, eggs (in various states), cereal, fruit juice Tea & coffee. They even had marmite!!!

The staff in the restaurant are lovely & the security guards so funny, but I think the guys we had move around from season to season.

The road leading to the hotel is a red dirt track with pot holes all over the place but it is only a 5 minute walk to the main road & we never had any problems with taxis taking us back to the hotel. We found that the taxi drivers outside the hotel were no more expensive than any others. You can expect to pay 100 rupees into & back from Baga. Just be wary of who you choose in the towns as we ended up in a taxi with someone who was quite obviously drunk, but thankfully we arrived back in one piece.

There are loads of lovely restaurants within walking distance our favourite being Saffron Spice which is on the main road turning left & approx. 50yards on the right.

Depending on your needs, the hotel is brilliantly placed in a quiet spot 5 minutes walk to the village centre with 6 or 7 choices of good eating places.

Our initial reaction on arrival was a little dissappointed that the room was a little dowdy and the bathroom drains smelt a bit ! However, the hotel soon grows on you ! Split into two halves, we had a room overlooking the rear shaded pool and had a sunny balcony. Some complained that trees overgrew theirs so it was dark in the room as well.

It appears that there is an internal dispute currently between the owners who want to seperate their business interests and in addition the situation is further complicated by the fact that many of the rooms are owned by semi permanent residents ( mainly pensioners on a 6 month escape British winter break)It was evident that the hotel was in need of some TLC.

The pool area was tired, the building needed repainting etc.However, when the work is complete, this will greatly enhance the hotel.

The staff are friendly, the breakfasts more than acceptable but we didn't eat in the hotel in the evening. The entertainment put us off... we didn't want any, and it was low budget stuff anyway.Shame the hotel is missing a lucrative income from this area.

It is possible to walk to Baga in about an hour, a taxi is 100 rupees.

I would recommend the hotel for those who want a quiet holiday away from the main resorts. Clubbers and bar hoppers would be better suited to Baga/Calangute.

We found one of the most attractive elements was the clientele the hotel attracts. We met some lovely people with like minded expectations from their holiday location.

Lagoa Azul is a lovely hotel suitable for families and couples looking for a quiet location but in easy reach of local amenities. Rooms are comfortable though fairly basic, but very clean, Towels changed daily, sheets every 2/4 days. Clean towels are provided for use around the pool every day.

There are two beautiful pools (one shaded and one sunnier next to the lake) The staff are fantastic, very helpful and friendly being a smaller hotel they are in a good position to pay more attention to guests. The Hotel's restaurant called "Tabla" is both reasonable and serves a wide selection of food. Choice of Indian or English breakfast (small charges for some items bacon/sausages/pancakes etc. Not for eggs though!)

Location is very peaceful hotel is at the end of a winding lane but only a 10 min stroll from Arpora village and several good restaurants, St Sebastian's Bakery at the entrance to the hotel sells doughnuts, Indian pastries and chocolate!!

As we were there at the start of the season there was no entertainment - which suited us as we went out most nights. Taxi's are readily available into Baga 80prs or Calangute 100rps.

The hotel and rooms are kept very clean, pool is cleaned regularly, it is slightly off the beaten track, but this Ifeel is an advantage as the main roads are quite noisy.

Taxi's are always available outside, and very cheap. Air con is included, very small charge for safety deposit box. Breakfasts are basic but good. Snacks are tasty and cheap, I did not eat there for main meal so I cannot comment.

The staff are extremely polite and efficient. Entertainment is basic, but a good alround hotel, that I would use again.

Arpora in Goa is a long way from anything. We rented a Moped for the whole 3 weeks for only

Having just returned from Lagoa Azul I would strongly recommend it to anyone who wants an away form it all hotel and are happy to sit around either of its pools or use taxis to the beach

Rooms are spacious and if you can upgrade to a one bed suite its worth the money. Mini bar reasonably priced as is the tailor and jeweller on site.

Breakfast is eggs, cereal, fruit, toast etc you have to pay for pancakes, bacon, sausage and beans. Luchtime snack menu offered good value for money for a hotel and bar although more expensive than big resorts didn't rip you off.

Its a shame I can't move this hotel to Candolim as I would stay in it every year, best hotel I have stayed in (better than Highland Beach, Phenix Park )

Many repeat visitors to this hotel because of its friendliness and away from it all feel. Hourly free shuttle bus to Baga 9.00am until 6.00pm. 5 out of seven nights some sort or entertainment is on don't miss Friday Night its Adam (the waiter) fire eating show!!

All Spice restaurant in Arpora is the best we visited in 3 years except the Mermaid in Candolim.

We stayed bed/Breakfast - the breakfasts were adequate although not much choice.

The hotel was very clean - rooms were cleaned everyday - towels changed every day - sheets changed every other day.

The pools were cleaned everyday and the pool area was spotless. Towels were provided for use by the pool.

The hotel is in a quiet area so if you wanted to get about you relied on taxis that were quite expensive compared to other resorts we have been to.

The staff were very helpful and friendly - nothing too much trouble.

Don't know much about the entertainment as we didn't eat in the restaurant at night but did have room service a couple of times which was excellent.

We stayed in this hotel for only a few days after leaving the Abalone ( the pits)

It was great very friendly, nothing was too much trouble, great views from room of countryside, very clean.

I was quite impressed. this was my third visit to Goa and definitely the best hotel.

I would recommend

Hotel is in a quiet location in Apora about 10 minutes walk for the village centre. Hotel is in two blocks one either side at end of a quiet road. Each block has its own pool area. Not a lot of sunbeds but never struggled to find one and pool towels are provided.Courtesy bus runs every hour during the day to Baga Beach. Taxis available outside for journeys further afield

Rooms are large and all have balcony or terrace with pool view. Air conditioning, ceiling fan, fridge, TV and telephone in all rooms. Rooms are cleaned daily with towels and lined changed frequently.

Bar/restaurant with indoor and outdoor areas.

Rooms and ground of complex are kept very clean, the staff are very friendly and can not do enough to make your stay an enjoyable one.