Budget Hostels from S$20

By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your trip funds for going out during your trip. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its beaches and sea views.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but all of them have a few things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

While you're choosing where to stay, have a look at this top Panaji hostel: The Hosteller Goa, Old Goa - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an indoor pool. You'll find bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Panaji are July, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 747 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover the area around Panaji. Get out into nature with places such as Miramar Beach, Dona Paula Beach and Mandovi River. Cultural attractions include Goa State Museum, Goa Science Centre and Museum of Christian Art. Visit landmarks such as Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception and Basilica of Bom Jesus.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Panaji on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Dabolim Airport (GOI), located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Goa (GOX-New Goa Intl.), which is 16.3 mi (26.2 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to use public transport during your trip. If you're looking to see more of the surrounding area, head over to Karmali Station to catch a train.