Hilias Retreat

We have never experienced such a warm welcome even though we arrived 5.30am. Nothing was too much trouble and the owners and their sons were genuinely friendly helpful and keen to ensure we had a great experience whilst staying with them. Rooms were spotless and cleaned every 3 days. We had a Palm View room first floor so great to sit out on balcony. Air conditioning was great and fridge was a bonus. Great location just behind beach. We would not hesitate to return. We felt it was great value. Thank you again Hilias and family.

This simple accommodation is clean and comfortable. The Hilias family can’t do enough for you. It’s minutes off Palolem beach and a easy walk to Patnem Beach. Far enough away from the barking dogs and early morning dawn chorus you get in a beach hut. The Palm View rooms on The first floor are great with a fridge and kettle on request. We will be back!

I had a lovely stay and this was my first introduction to Goa! The hosts are very friendly, always greeted with a smile, and they will do what they can to make your stay as comfortable as possible. A kettle and coffee was put in my room when asked what I like to drink in the morning, and the fridge was well stocked with cold soft drinks. Lovely peaceful private balcony to sit on. Good shower facilities and comfy big double bed. I had a palm view room. The property is well located. Very central for shops and just a couple of minutes walk to the beach. Thank you for a friendly, happy, relaxing and comfortable stay!

Hilias his family & staff are brilliant we had a great time .we arrived on March 1st for 2 weeks .the room was spotless and had everything we needed. Hilias was great for helping us on trips with taxis, boat hire or local attractions a great guy .there is no restaurant on site but next door is kates place for great food .across the road is dreams of palolem a great beach bar and staff .Round the corner is diablos for great music just ask Santos for cocktails!.if you going to palolem look no further than helios retreat you won't be disappointed. We arrived as guests and left as friends thanks again hellos from Frank,Nancy,Jim & kim

Wonderful hosts, they go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Great location, 2 minutes walk away from the beach and some great cafes. Probably the only place around with private parking space. Comfortable beds, clean sheets and towels. We stayed at the front view room with a balcony.

The owners were fantastic, really lovely and welcoming and can help with advice for places to eat and go. Water and soft drinks you can buy from the fridge in your room at good rates make the trip very easy and is one less thing to worry about! Value for money and location is fantastic - it is a basic room but that’s all you need with all of the bars and restaurants on your doorstep

The owners and staff were friendly and responsive to our needs. It is in a great location with easy access to the beach, cafes, shops and other amenities.

We were recommended to go to Hilias by some friends who have stayed with Hilas & family a few times previously and I can safely say it was a GREAT recommdation and I certainly would also recommend a stay there It's located in a quiet area at the South side of Palolem but 2 minutes walk from the beach We have stayed ***y times in beach huts at both Patnem and Agonda but our now aged bones needed a tad more luxury and Hilias provide that extra bit but at a reasonable cost 👍🙏

The most familiar place to stay in whole Palolem. I am amazed about the hospitality the owners give to the guests. Me and my GF has travelled a lot in the years, and im also travelling a lot at work. So by that, im saying that i have my de***ds at a hotel. And Hilias Retreat has it all! Nice rooms. Excellence cleaning. Big refridgerator with water filled up every day of cleaning. Adorable owners by Mr. Hilias and his wife. Nothing is a problem, they will do anything to make you feel good at your stay. 1,5 min to the beach. Silent at night. And the two wonderful pugs, Macho and Puglin that also will give you a warm welcome! We have already made a reservation for 4 weeks in february 2025, cant find a better place to stay! Ronnie and Majja