The Postcard Velha, Goa, Old Goa ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

D-69\/4\/5, After Gandhi Circle, Near Church Of Our Lady Of Mount, Ella, Old Goa, India, 403402

The Postcard Velha, Goa, is a contemporary boutique hotel located atop the hillock of Nossa Senhora de Monte. It sits on a sprawling 1 hectare estate, overlooking 121.5 hectares of virgin coconut plantations and the Mandovi river delta. This six-room hotel provides an intimate experience, making it a unique escape from typical accommodations in the region. It is ideally placed for exploring the World Heritage site of Old Goa, steeped in historical and cultural significance.

Location

The Postcard Velha is situated 30 km from Dabolim Airport and is within walking distance of key historical sites like the Bom Jesus Basilica and St Francis of Assisi. It is a 15-minute walk to the rarely-opened Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount, which offers views of sunset over the Mandovi river. The remote location provides a peaceful retreat while still being conveniently close to the attractions of Old Goa.

Rooms

Each room in the hotel features airy interiors that open out to lush garden views, centered around a striking 300-year-old banyan tree. The decor elements include tiled floors, colorful rugs, and vintage furniture, creating an attractive living space. Guests can enjoy the luxury of private verandahs, perfect for relaxation. The upper-level rooms in the two villa blocks are particularly appealing due to their high ceilings and balconies.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers a short lunch, dinner, and all-day eats menu that includes local favorites like Fish Dangar, Pork Feijoada, and Prawn Balchao. Dining occurs in serene pavilions that overlook the Mandovi river, enhancing the culinary experience. Local artisanal food is featured, with the option of enjoying tea and coffee in bed. The culinary direction, led by General Manager Mathieu, introduces a touch of French influence to the Goan flavors.

Leisure & Business

On-site amenities include a large swimming pool and Ayurvedic spa, which provides traditional massages and treatments aimed at promoting wellness. Guests can engage in outdoor activities such as cycling, fishing, and yoga in the inviting surrounding nature. A private guided tour of Old Goa is available, along with free access to its monumental Portuguese churches, enriching the cultural experience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Banyan Room Garden View

Max:

3 persons

56 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Bathtub

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Mandovi River View Room

Max:

3 persons

56 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Old Goa700 m

Airports

Dabolim (GOI) 26.1 km

Belgaum (IXG) 115.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Perfect Service!

“The service was excellent, with every request promptly addressed through WhatsApp, making us feel truly pampered throughout our stay.” view full review

Rejuvenating Spa!

“The spa experience was very nice—both therapists demonstrated really good skill, leaving me feeling refreshed and completely relaxed.” view full review

Spotless Rooms!

“My room was impeccably clean, bright, and airy, with everything functioning perfectly, creating a serene and comfortable retreat.” view full review

Delicious Goan Cuisine!

“The Goan food was absolutely good, served in a magical setting that made every dining experience feel special and nice.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Badminton
Yoga class
Fishing

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Board games
Children's play area
Toys

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Full body massage
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

D-69\/4\/5, After Gandhi Circle, Near Church Of Our Lady Of Mount, Ella, Old Goa, India, 403402

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D-69\/4\/5, After Gandhi Circle, Near Church Of Our Lady Of Mount, Ella, Old Goa, India, 403402

City landmarks

Church

Basilica of Bom Jesus

2.0 km

Church

Church of St Francis of Assisi

2.0 km

Old Goa

2.0 km

Church

Se Cathedral

2.0 km

Old Goa Near OLD Goa Church Complex

Viceroy's Arch

2.0 km

Church

Church of Saint Cajetan

2.0 km

Museum

Archaeological Museum of Goa

1.0 km

Museum

Museum Of Christian Art

1.4 km

Church

St Monica Church

1.4 km

Church of St. Augustine Ruins,

Church and Monastery of St Augustine

2.0 km

Church

Chapel of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

1.1 km

Velha Goa

The Arch Of Conception

670 m

Church

Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount

2.5 km

Ella

Haat Katro Khamb At Old Goa

770 m

Velha Goa

Adil Shah Palace Gateway

830 m

Old Goa Road

Relics Of St. Francis Xavier

940 m

Velha Goa

Our Lady Of Miracles Church

1.2 km

Bainguinim

Church of the Cross of Miracles

1.3 km

Monte Santo,

Church and Convent of St. John of God

1.4 km

Monte Santo

Convent of Santa Monica and The Chapel of The Weeping Cross

1.4 km

Convent of Santa Monica,

Buttress Of The Church Of Santa Monica

1.4 km

Museum

Wax World Museum

1.8 km

Church of St. Augustine Ruins,

Chapel Of Our Lady Of Good Success

1.5 km

Velha Goa

Main Altar Of Church Of St. Augustine

1.6 km

Bainguinim

Chapel of St Anthony

1.6 km

Lake Road

Carambolim Lake

2.6 km

Sao Bras

St Blaise Church

1.7 km

Bainguinim

Ruins of Old Goa Fort

2.5 km

Nearby

Basilica of Bom Jesus

Tomb of St. Francis Xavier

130 m

Ella

Chapel of Saint Francis Xavier

130 m

Restaurants

Greenyard Restaurant

2.0 km

Rua Direita

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

beautiful rooms

attentive service

limited menu

far from Old Goa

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

8.8

Service

9.0

Dining

7.8

Paul

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with extremely comfortable king beds and large bathrooms with showers. The rooms are spotlessly clean, bright, and airy, though privacy might be an issue with people walking around. The service is excellent, with staff attending to every request efficiently and always with a smile. The location, while several kilometers outside of Old Goa, is a serene cul-de-sac with no traffic, providing a peaceful stay. The dining experience is flexible, accepting special requests with advance notice. Overall, a comfortable and clean stay with attentive service and a peaceful location.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious with extremely comfortable king beds and large bathrooms with showers. They are spotlessly clean, bright, and airy, though lacking a bit of privacy due to people walking around.

Service

9.0

The service is excellent, with staff attending to every request efficiently and always with a smile. They could provide more itineraries for guests to explore Goa.

Location

9.0

The hotel is several kilometers outside of Old Goa, in a cul-de-sac with adjacent private homes, offering a serene and peaceful stay away from the hustle. The location up the hill provides a great view and a quiet atmosphere.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience is equally flexible, with a small menu and the possibility of accepting special requests with advance notice. Overlooking a valley, it offers a pleasant setting for meals.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides essential facilities for a comfortable stay, ensuring guests have a pleasant experience.

Tom

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with extremely comfortable king beds and well-appointed large bathrooms. However, the lack of privacy due to people walking around and visibility into the rooms can be a drawback. The service is fantastic and attentive, always ensuring a pleasant stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious with extremely comfortable king beds, large bathrooms with showers, and well-appointed amenities.

Service

9.0

The service is fantastic, always helpful, and attends to every request efficiently with a smile.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located on a verdant hilltop above Goa, away from the hustle, providing a peaceful and relaxing stay.

Dining

7.0

The dining options are flexible with the possibility of preparing special requests with advance notice.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great facilities such as a lovely pool and beautiful gardens for a relaxing experience.

David

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.8/10

I had a delightful stay at the hotel, surrounded by beautiful rooms filled with excellent toiletries and lovely amenities. The service was exceptional, with courteous and attentive staff. The location was serene and picturesque, offering a peaceful retreat. The dining experience was flavorful and flexible. The facilities were well-maintained, providing a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were well-appointed with snacks, fruits, slippers, robes, and all the toiletries one may need. They were very beautiful and cozy.

Service

9.0

The staff was courteous, helpful, and happy to assist with any request. They even provided water bottles and a choice of drinks for the journey.

Location

9.0

The location was gorgeous, situated on a verdant hilltop above Goa with a lovely pool. It was a first-class setting just a short walk from Old Goa.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was incredible, with tasty and fresh meals. They were equally flexible with special requests.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

beautiful rooms

limited menu

Richard

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

The hotel offers a serene hilltop location with beautiful gardens and multiple satellite channels for a peaceful and relaxing stay. While the proximity to Goa and top-notch service are highlights, the lack of privacy in the rooms and some limited dining options could be improved.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were well-appointed with excellent toiletries, snacks, and fruits but lacked privacy as people could see into the room.

Service

9.0

The staff was attentive and catered to every request, ensuring a comfortable stay with personalized services like storing items in the fridge.

Location

9.0

The hilltop location above Goa offers a first-class experience, away from the hustle, and with a lovely pool for a peaceful retreat.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, offering tasty and fresh options with the flexibility to accommodate special requests with advance notice.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides excellent facilities including room service, car hire, laundry services, and picturesque gardens with a pool.

serene hilltop location

lack of room privacy

Thomas

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers rooms with great views, spotlessly clean and bright, but with some visibility concerns due to people walking around. The service is exceptional making the stay pleasant, though more personalized itineraries could enhance the experience. The location is quiet, away from the hustle, and close to Old Goa. The dining options are flexible, delicious, and fresh, with the possibility of special requests. The facilities are well-kept and tailored to guest needs.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean, bright, and airy with great views.

Service

9.0

The service was very attentive and helpful, making our stay memorable.

Location

9.0

The location is quiet, away from the horns and close to Old Goa.

Dining

8.0

The dining was equally flexible with delicious and fresh options.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are well-kept and tailored to guest needs.

Steve

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.0/10

I had an excellent stay at this hotel with wonderful rooms that offered extensive views over the amazing gardens. The facilities are beautiful, although privacy might be a concern due to people walking around outside. The rooms are spacious with extremely comfortable king beds and large bathrooms with showers.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were wonderful, offering extensive views over the amazing gardens. They are spacious with extremely comfortable king beds and large bathrooms with showers. Privacy might be a concern as people can see into your room due to constant foot traffic outside.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, with every request attended to efficiently and always with a smile. While the service was exceptional, it may not completely align with a 5-star property standard. It would have been helpful if more itineraries were offered to explore Goa.

Location

8.0

The location is great, several kilometers outside of Old Goa in a peaceful cul-de-sac surrounded by private homes, ensuring a quiet stay away from traffic. Situated on a verdant hilltop above Goa, the hotel offers a lovely pool area. It's a bit of a distance from Mandrem beach but next to an old church, which adds to the charm.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was equally flexible with a small menu and the option for special requests with advance notice. However, more flexibility could have been appreciated. The restaurant overlooking a valley on a rainy day adds a special touch to the dining ambiance.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided, including room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance, were well-maintained and added convenience to the stay.