The White Balcao

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.1

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About this property

Historic Setting: The White Balcao in Panjim offers a unique stay within a historic building. The adults-only hostel features a balcony and private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable and memorable experience. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a work desk. Additional facilities include an indoor play area, coffee shop, outdoor seating area, full-day security, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Convenient Location: Located 24 km from Dabolim Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Goa State Museum and Immaculate Conception Church. Nearby attractions include Basilica of Bom Jesus (11 km) and Fort Aguada (15 km). Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the attentive staff, convenient location, and impeccable room cleanliness.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Asian

Free parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Raphael
Germany Germany
“The Deluxe-room Huge bed Bathroom Decoration Staff”
Pranusha
India India
“This is an amazing place to chill, and to explore Fontainhas. Whether you are a tourist or a traveller, you will enjoy exploring the neighbourhood on your foot. The property is more than 100 years old, and has a rustic charm and quiet that's hard...”
Aaron
India India
“great location, walking distance to all the popular spots in Panjim including the historic Fountainhas”
Ganesh
India India
“Location, budget friendly, cleanliness, helping staff, good WiFi”
Rout
India India
“The location & connectivity to city facilities.”
Uplenchwar
India India
“Very convenient location. All necessities nearby. Value for money.”
Chaitanya
India India
“Very cosy. authentic goan charm. Staff were friendly. Close to Fontainhas”
Shloak
India India
“Amazing location, walkable from the bus stand and latin quarters. Great places to eat nearby.”
Yash
India India
“I am so sorry I could not name the two girls who are there at reception. Both of them are lovely. Help you a lot with local guidance, communicate with you about your stay. They make sure you feel at home.”
Nathan
Australia Australia
“Fantastic hostel in the heart of Fontainhas. Stayed for a week here as it’s close to everything in Panjim. Has a true backpacker vibe, and the staff are amazing. Special thanks to them for sorting a taxi out for me. It also has nice common area...”

Property surroundings

Facilities of The White Balcao

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:30 to 20:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 55
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Need-to-know information for guests at this property

License number: HOTN000523