The Postcard Cuelim, Goa

We loved the Postcard Cuelim. Set in the most magnificent old colonial mansion full of beautiful antiques and character. Service was impeccable. We loved the food - some of the best we’ve enjoyed in Goa and towards the end of the holiday we appreciated the variety of dishes with both Indian and Portuguese influence. The hotel arranged a driver to take us to Panjim so we could visit the Fontainhus area and Old Goa. He was incredibly professional and ensured that he knew where to pick us up, liaising so well with our walking tour organiser. We also loved the sunset sundowners at Utorda beach a few kilometres away. Also enjoyed time by the beautiful pool set in the gardens. Thank you to the team. This was our third Postcard hotel of the holiday (Saligao and Netravali) and we loved them all. They are all so unique but with an overarching dedication to quality service.

Great hotel for a family vacation. Very nice rooms, extensive grounds, excellent food and a really gorgeous beach. All the staff are friendly and attentive. We especially enjoyed the restaurant Lobster Shack, near the beach.

Postcard Cuelim in Goa was one of the most magical and special hotel experiences of our lives. The residence felt like our own private Portuguese palace but the difference was really the world class service from Pandurang and the Cuelim team! Thank you - Ashton

The stay at Postcard Cuelim was an incredible experience. Because we were treated like kings and queens since whatever we asked them to do was done. Everything was on point from the food to the service. And we will definitely visit them again.

We were so excited when we found The Postcard hotels and the Cuelim absolutely did not disappoint. It delivered exactly what it promised, first class old fashioned luxury. The property is in a perfect location a short distance from the beautiful beaches of southern Goa. It is a historic Portuguese villa that belonged to T B Cunha the Father of Goan nationalism and is still owned by his relatives. Quiet, tastefully decorated and in excellent condition it is a haven of peace and tranquility. Our room was luxurious. Located at the end of one wing it had a sitting room, bedroom, dressing room, bathroom and large cool veranda leading into the gardens. Each morning we spent a blissful hour sitting on the day bed on the veranda immersed in the sights and sounds of Goa waking up, memories we will cherish. The suite of rooms were well appointed and every requirement was thought of. The hotel policy of anytime checkin was excellent, allowing us to access our room at no extra charge as soon as we arrived after our early morning flight. After a restorative rest we were then able to have our anytime breakfast, another hotel policy that is leading the way in meeting guest needs. Putting guests first in this way is unique in our experience and we congratulate The Postcard hotels on being able to offer this. Every meal we had over the three days and nights of our stay was amazing. Perfectly balanced delicious Goan dishes served wherever we wanted to eat them, freshly prepared by the chef who even gave us a cookery lesson on our patio. First Class. All the staff at the Cuelim were simply fantastic. They anticipated our every need and were always on hand without disturbing our privacy. Impeccably dressed, polite, efficient, and friendly - every attribute you would expect from proper old fashioned service. Thank you to Som and Sahaj who managed our stay so perfectly and to the whole Cuelim team, in particular Vishal who was a fountain of knowledge and made sure we had everything we needed. What a team! After the Cuelim we were given a free transfer to The Postcard Netravali in the jungle of the Western Ghats and from there we were taken to The Postcard Velha in Old Goa. We highly recommend spending a few days in each to get a better all round experience of what wonderful Goa has to offer. We can’t wait for our next opportunity to stay at another Postcard hotel.

This the second Postcard Hotel we stayed in while in India & it did not disappoint! We stayed at the Postcard in Saligao first, so we were very excited to come to the Postcard Cuelim - well what a wonderful surprise! Stunning hotel with just six rooms - lots of history behind this hotel. Again greeted by smiling happy staff all willing to give us superb service. It feels so comfortable & very special, excellent food and sumptuous surroundings.