Benaulim · South Goa

Where to stay in Benaulim

A fishing village on the long southern coast, where the beach is wide and calm and the days are unhurried. The gentle answer to Goa's busier north.

About Benaulim

Benaulim sits in Salcete, South Goa, about six kilometres from the town of Margao and a little over twenty from the airport. Its beach runs for miles, rarely crowded even in season, edged by palms and a handful of shacks.

This is the Goa of village churches, old Portuguese Goan houses, morning markets and long slow sunsets. A place to walk, cycle, eat well and do very little in particular.

Around the village

Things to do near Benaulim

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Benaulim Beach

A long, wide, calm stretch of sand with space to walk even when others are about. Dolphin trips and quiet swimming.

about 1.4 km from the stays

Sernabatim beach near Benaulim on the long southern shoreline of South Goa

Sernabatim and Colva

Neighbouring beaches a short ride away, linked by one long southern shoreline.

about 1.6 to 2.5 km from the stays

St John the Baptist Church, Benaulim's rococo Portuguese-Goan village church

St John the Baptist Church

Benaulim's village church, a piece of the area's rococo Portuguese Goan heritage.

Traditional Goan farming tools and artefacts on display at Goa Chitra Museum, Benaulim

Goa Chitra Museum

An ethnographic museum of old Goan farming and daily life, on the edge of Benaulim.

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Local Goan tables

Beach shacks and family kitchens serving the day's catch. Goan curries, fresh fish, feni after dark.

Colourful fishing boats on Benaulim beach under a tropical sunset

Slow mornings, long sunsets

Cycle the palm lined lanes, watch the fishing boats, stay for the light going down over the water.

Getting here

Getting to Benaulim

  • Dabolim Airport

    about 23 km, roughly a 40-minute drive south

  • Margao (Madgaon) station

    about 6 km, the nearest railhead

  • Benaulim Beach

    about 1.4 km, a short walk or cycle from the stays

Distances are approximate; we'll share exact directions when you book.

Questions

Staying in Benaulim — good to know

Here are some quick answers to help you plan your stay at Misquita. Can't find what you're looking for? We're just a message away.

Where is Misquita?

Misquita is near Maria Hall in Dangvaddo, Benaulim, South Goa, about 1 km from Benaulim Beach, roughly 4 km from Margao station and about 20 km from Dabolim Airport.

What are the three stays?

Misquita Comforts is a guest house of six private studio apartments for short or longer stays. Misquita Exclusive Homestay is two private, spacious 3BHK apartments. Misquita Heritage Homestay is a whole heritage Goan home furnished with antique furniture, offered for long term rental only.

What time is check in and check out?

Check in is from 12:00 PM and check out is by 11:00 AM across the stays.

Do you offer long stays?

Yes. Comforts and Exclusive suit both short breaks and longer stays, and Heritage is long term only. The studios have a pantry, fridge, shared laundry and weekly cleaning that make weeks easy.

When is the off season and are rates lower?

Our off season runs from 15 April to 15 October. Nightly rates are lower during this period at Misquita Comforts (₹1,500 a night) and Misquita Exclusive Homestay (₹4,500 a night). Message us with your dates for the exact quote.

How do I check availability and book?

The quickest way is WhatsApp. Use any enquire button and we reply personally with availability and rates for your dates.

What is your cancellation policy?

If your booking is cancelled at least 48 hours before check in, the full amount is refunded. If it is cancelled less than 48 hours before check in, one day's rental is forfeited.

Is parking available?

Yes. There is ample free parking on site, in quiet, green surroundings.

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