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14 February 2026 17 min read admin
W, Goa

Venue & Event Spaces


Indoor Venue:

  • THE GREAT ROOM BANQUET - AC banquet hall with 300 seating capacity and 500 floating guests capacity, perfect for grand indoor receptions and ceremonies

Outdoor Venues:

  • Outdoor Lawn 1 - Spacious outdoor venue accommodating 250 seated guests and 400 floating capacity
  • Outdoor Lawn 2 - Medium-sized outdoor space for 180 seated guests and 250 floating capacity. 
  • Outdoor Lawn 3 - Intimate outdoor setting with 150 seating and 200 floating capacity, perfect for cocktail parties and smaller gatherings
  • Rockpool, Horizon venues, and Backyard - all within easy reach of Vagator Beach

Total Event Space: 7,200 sq. ft. total meeting space

Multiple Function Venues: You can plan your pre-wedding cocktail at WOOBAR, a pool party at WET, mehendi at the Backyard while the GREAT ROOM is set for the sangeet or reception, Rockpool or Rockpool Lawns for the main wedding

Sound & Light: Venues may have noise restriction policies given local laws and regulations

Weather Backup: Indoor options available including THE GREAT ROOM


Guest Rooms & Accomodation


Total Inventory: 121 total rooms (Note: Some sources mention 160 rooms, but official sources confirm 121)

Room Categories:

  • Categories include Wonderful, Fabulous, and Spectacular rooms
  • Villas and suites with scenic views
  • 121 rooms and villas with modern amenities like smart TV with cables, high-speed internet connectivity, toiletries, and comfortable beds

Check-in/Check-out: Check in: 3:00 PM, Check out: 12:00 PM

Family Rooms: Family rooms are available, allowing children to sleep with their parents

Room Block Pricing: ₹35,000 per room per night (wedding rates)

Accessibility: Wheelchair access to common/public areas, lift access available with 3 floors


Food and Beverage


Per Plate Cost:

  • Veg: ₹4,500 per plate (taxes extra)
  • Non-veg: ₹5,000 per plate (taxes extra)

Dining Options: Four restaurants offering cuisine from authentic Goan to global flavors

Restaurants:

  • The Kitchen Table - Located poolside, indoor/outdoor, all-day restaurant transforming local Goa ingredients
  • Spice Traders - Pan Asian Cuisine
  • Rock Pool - Barbeque (Poolside)
  • WOOBAR - Restaurant and bar overlooking Vagator Beach with live DJ beats, cocktails and flavorful bites

Custom Menus: In-house catering with personalized services to cater to guests' requirements

Alcohol Policy: Hotels in Goa are licensed to serve alcohol. Outside alcohol rules would need to be confirmed with the venue directly


Wedding Experience & Aesthetics


Location Highlights: Private beach access, beachside elegance, exclusive Rockpool area for sunset-to-sunrise celebrations

Backdrop Options: Multiple venues with unique settings, ambience and backdrops across 25 acres

Capacity: Wedding of up to 300 guests using combination of indoor and outdoor spaces

Photo-Friendly: Beachfront property with scenic views of Arabian Sea and Vagator Beach


Logistics & Operations


Parking: Free onsite parking, valet parking service available

Power Backup: Standard 5-star hotel facilities (DG sets available)

Security: Smoke alarm in rooms, sprinkler in rooms

Storage: Secure area available to store wedding gifts

Additional Services: 24-hour room service, laundry/dry cleaning service


Vendor Policies


Outside Vendors: Outside vendors allowed - "Yes, we allow" for external vendors from outside

In-house Vendors: They do not have in-house vendors for catering, decoration and wedding DJ service

Décor Permissions: External decorators allowed

Special Effects: Cold fireworks are allowed inside the complex

Sound Restrictions: Venues may have noise restriction policies given local laws and regulations


Cost Transparency


Wedding Package Pricing:

  • Wedding packages start from ₹40,000
  • Destination Price: ₹50.00 Lakhs per day for 121 rooms (includes Rooms + 3 Meals + Venue)

Per Plate:

  • Veg: ₹4,500 per plate (taxes extra)
  • Non-veg: ₹5,000 per plate (taxes extra)

Room Rates: ₹35,000 per room per night

Important Note: W Goa wedding cost may vary from season to season and hotel availability

What's Included: In-house catering, latest AV equipment, seating arrangements, sound and lighting, music, entertainment, and support event team


Location & Accessibility


Address: Vagator Beach, Goa, India 403509

Airports:

  • Goa International Airport (GOI), Dabolim - Approximately 43.5 km
  • Mopa International Airport - 12.50 miles northeast

Railway Stations:

  • Thivim Railway Station (THVM) - Approximately 18.5 km
  • Vasco Da Gama Railway Station (VSG) - South Goa

Local Transport: Taxis and private cars readily available

Nearby Medical Facilities:

  • Mathew Braganza Hospital, Calangute - 8.5 km, Phone: +91 832-6522111
  • Dr. Kolwalkars Galaxy Hospital, Mapusa - Phone: +91 832-2266666-68</parameter>

Nearby Police: Anjuna Police Station - 1.5 km, Phone: +91 832-2273233


Wedding Team & Execution


Services: Dedicated and efficient hotel staff, personalized services included in wedding package

Prior Experience: Popular choice for Marwari, Punjabi, and South Indian weddings

Guest Reviews: Mixed reviews - many praise the location, food, and service, though some mention maintenance concerns. Always verify current conditions.


Hotel Info


Hotel Rating: 5-star luxury resort, Marriott Bonvoy affiliated property

Contact Information:

  • Phone: +91 832-671-8888
  • Fax: +91 832-671-8899
  • Toll-Free: 877-W-HOTELS
  • Website: www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/goiwh-w-goa/overview

Address: Vagator Beach, Bardez, Panaji, Goa - 403509, India

Property Size: Spread over 25 acres

Chain: W Hotels (Marriott Bonvoy)


Iimportant Recommendations


  1. Request a site visit before finalizing
  2. Get everything in writing - minimum guarantee, taxes, cancellation policy
  3. Ask about hidden costs - venue rental if not using full buyout, AC hours, electricity charges
  4. Confirm vendor policies in detail - any buyout charges, rigging permissions
  5. Check sound curfew timings for different venues
  6. Request references from recent weddings
  7. Clarify payment milestones and cancellation/date-change policy
  8. Book well in advance especially for November-February peak season
  9. Negotiate room blocks and ask for complimentary upgrades for family
  10. Arrange site inspection to check current maintenance standards

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