Business has a new venue in Goa – Indo Portuguese houses

Roxanne D'silva

TIMELESS APPEAL

When in Goa, immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of an Indo-Portuguese style home which has been transformed into a business venue – restaurant, homestay or boutique. Prepare to be mesmerised!

Goa's colonial past|architectural elements | Indo-Portuguese houses

HOMESTAY

Experience the delight of living in an Indo-Portuguese homestay, such as Lar Amorosa, a quaint boutique bed and breakfast in Sangolda, North Goa.

Goa| Places to stay | Lar Amorosa| Sangolda | Goan lifestyle | Photo: Katia Goes

SHOPPING

The Karma Collection, offering a unique selection of antique home decor and clothing, is housed in a beautiful Indo-Portuguese house in Marna, Siolim.

Karma Collection|Antique artefacts| Siolim | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

GUESTHOUSE

Quinta Da Graca is a heritage guesthouse in Saligao, where Indo-Portuguese design meets modern living.

HERITAGE CHARM: The magnificent Indo-Portuguese mansion of Quinta Da Graca in Saligao. | Photo: Quinta Da Graca

DESIGNER BOUTIQUE

Set in a stunning Indo-Portuguese dwelling in Benaulim, Clare Flor is a designer boutique featuring an exquisite collection of stylish clothing.

Clar Flor| South Goa| Benaulim| Boutique | Designer wear | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

PARTY TIME

Apart from boutiques and hotels, Indo-Portuguese houses are also converted into pubs and clubs. One example being the popular DTR (Down the Road), restaurant-pub-bistro in Panjim.

Goa| Patto| Happening Street| Places to visit| Panjim's best| DTR | Photo: Katia Goes

ART STORE

At the Velha Goa Galeria, located in a beautiful Indo-Portuguese home in Fontainhas, there's a lovely curated selection of Goan-style artworks and souvenirs.

Goan home decor| Indo Portuguese | Velha Goa Galeria| F | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

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