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