Cintacor Island Resort

Lovely walks by the sea side through a forest (which was a Fort earlier!).....So many Dolphins ... Kayaking...Sunset Cruise...spotting hundreds of jelly fish in the sea from the boat ....amazing sunsets from the Infinity Pool....excellent service and food....Sea Facing Room with a huge balcony....I could go on and on ...our type of vacation! We stayed in the S Cabin where we could see the blue waters of the Arabian Sea right from our beds! Our room had a nice balcony with full size glass windows, where we used to enjoy our morning tea while watching the majestic white bellied sea eagles and Brahminy and black kites! This was one of our best vacations in India - a first on an Island. Everything was perfect! The owner has created a paradise here for travelers who are hungry for quality, activities, and natural beauty! There are many things we loved here - Staff, service, food, ambience, rooms, location....and so on. We spent 5 days here on my husband's birthday. The staff arranged a private table for the birthday celebration, overlooking the pool and sea. In fact I just chanced upon this place while searching for a destination resort on Google! Everything here is so perfectly planned right from the pickup from the Karwar Jetty. It appealed to us for its offbeat charm where everything was so subtle and yet perfect! We had the privilege to meet the *** behind this, Mr. Vijay Prabhu who is a perfect gentleman and truly humble! His character and qualities seem to have percolated down to each of his staff member who are so caring and attentive to all your needs! If there was an option I would give it more than 5 stars! Also, I could have continued staying here for much longer :-) A special shoutout to Mr. Milton (Operations Manager), Soundarya (FO), Apoi (Restaurant), Ravi (Activities), Darshan Thapa (Masseur) who made our stay extra special with their warmth and attitude!

Cintacor Island offers an unforgettable island experience that truly stands out. The scenic views are breathtaking, with pristine beaches and lush greenery that create a serene atmosphere perfect for relaxation. The hospitality is exceptional; the staff goes above and beyond to ensure every need is met, making you feel like a valued guest. The facilities are top-notch, featuring comfortable accommodations that blend luxury with nature. What sets Cintacor apart is the emphasis on privacy and comfort. Each guest can enjoy a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle, making it ideal for those seeking tranquility. Morning trekking around the island was a great experience. Overall, Cintacor Island is a perfect getaway for anyone looking to unwind in a stunning, secluded paradise. Highly recommended!

We stayed at Cintacor Island Resort from October 6th to 9th and have a mixed feeling about the place. The resort location is amazing and provides amazing views. The Infinity pool has got some of the best views overlooking the Arabian sea especially the sunset. If you are lucky you can also see dolphins swimming at the same place. The staff is exceptional. Right from Seraphim at the front desk to the housekeeping and restaurant staff, Mr Ganesh...everyone went above and beyond to take care of our needs. I would even commend both Mr Sunil and Ravi who organised the activities at the resort like Nature walks, Dolphin Ride and water sports like speed boating, banana boat ride, jet ski etc. The Jolly Rogers club at the island was quite lively and well equipped to spend evenings at the resort. Now the part that needs major improvements...The restaurant service was exceptionally slow. We tried ordering food at the restaurant and even from the room. Every time it took an hour for the food to arrive at the table. Room service was quicker. By the third day they had setup a buffet which was much needed. The staff was extremely courteous and very apologetic. The food, when it was delivered, was good. I wouldn't say the same for the restaurant manager. We even asked to speak with him but he did not come to meet us at all. The SPA was under maintenance. The island has one jet ski and that too broke down...so options were limited. On our last night we had to spend 4 hours without electricity from 2.30 AM to 6.30 AM. Tried reaching the front desk with no response. Finally got a couple of hours of sleep when electricity was restored. We wanted to speak with the MD who was at the resort at the same time. Unfortunately he didn't come to speak to us either. Overall, we didn't feel satisfied with the stay. Especially with the amount of money spent, we feel that we deserve better facilities, definitely not expecting to spend 4 hours at night without electricity. Apart from apologies, we didn't get anything else from the staff over there. Not sure if they could do anything else too. Like I said, overall it was a mixed experience. Would we go there again based on this experience, perhaps not.