Casa Menezes - A Heritage Goan Homestay is a hotel destination wedding venue in Goa, India, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about ₹845,000 (our estimate), reached from Dabolim International Airport (GOI), 45-60 minutes. Best months: January, December.
Casa Menezes - A Heritage Goan Homestay
Casa Menezes is a restored heritage Portuguese mansion dating back over 150 years, originally built as a private residence in Batim's historic Tiswaldi Islands.
About Casa Menezes - A Heritage Goan Homestay
Casa Menezes is a restored heritage Portuguese mansion dating back over 150 years, originally built as a private residence in Batim's historic Tiswaldi Islands.
The property has been carefully preserved to maintain its colonial architecture while introducing modern amenities, creating an authentic Goan setting for celebrations.
Housed within walking distance of Goa Velha's cultural landmarks, the venue offers intimate gatherings against a backdrop of traditional Indo-Portuguese design.
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Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About ₹845,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- ₹150,000 to ₹400,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- GOI, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Heritage building constructed over 150 years ago with original Portuguese colonial architecture intact
- Located in Batim, Tiswaldi Islands, one of Goa's most historically significant neighborhoods
- Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests across indoor and outdoor spaces
- On-site accommodation available for destination wedding guests in heritage rooms
A sample wedding weekend
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- 2:00 PM onwardsGuest check-in at Casa Menezes; welcome refreshments and property orientation
- 6:00 PMWelcome dinner in courtyard or dining hall
- 9:00 AMSetup and final preparations; guest arrival
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- GOI · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Dabolim International Airport.
- Weather window
- December – January
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 098192 23009
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Questions about the venue
What makes Casa Menezes historically significant?+
The property is a 150+ year-old Portuguese colonial mansion that has been restored to preserve its original architectural character while meeting contemporary event standards. It is an authentic representation of Goa's Lusitanian heritage.
Can guests stay at the venue?+
Yes, Casa Menezes functions as a heritage homestay with on-site accommodation options, allowing wedding guests to stay within the property throughout their visit.
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests, with flexible indoor and outdoor configurations for ceremonies and receptions.
Are there catering options available?+
Casa Menezes offers in-house catering with Goan and international cuisine, or external caterers can be arranged with prior approval.
What is the nearest airport?+
Dabolim Airport (GOI) is approximately 35-40km away, approximately 1 hour drive from the venue.
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Sources and booking notes
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