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Hotels in Margao |
Margao, despite being the second largest town of Goa, is its busiest town. It is often referred to as the commercial capital of the state. Besides being commercially important, Margao also acts as the headquarters of South Goa. The small but picturesque town of Margao is situated in the hinterland of Goa. Often pronounced as ‘Maudgao’ in the local Konkani language, this place has a lot to offer in terms of tourism. The river Sal flows along the western boundary of the city. It is one of the oldest towns of Goa and has several stately Portuguese mansions scattered across its breadth. The town of Margao is a unique blend of tradition and modernity.
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Most of its suburbs are rapidly growing, among which Aquem, Gogol and Fatorda deserve special mention. As the city of Margao is as important a tourist destination as a business center, there has been a rapid development in its hospitality industry. Several hotels in Margao have come up over the years that cater to the needs of the tourists and travelers visiting the city.
The excellent transportation facilities of Margao are also responsible for the development of several hotels in Margao. The Margao railway station is the most important one in Goa as it is located at the junction where the Konkan and the Southwestern Railways meet. There are several hotels in Margao, which are located near the railway station. These hotels are aimed mainly at the business travelers, who needs to be well connected to the rest of the country. Moreover, Margao is also well connected to all other cities and towns of Goa through a wide network of roadways. All these factors have contributed to the growing popularity of the hotels in Margao.
Moreover, Margao, like any other town or city of Goa abounds in natural beauty. There are quite a few beaches surrounding the city, like the Colva, Benaulim and Majorda beaches. Places of tourist interest like, the ‘closed’ market, the Municipal garden and the old municipal building also adds to its attraction. Several star rated hotels in Margao have come up near these tourist spots that are known for the world-class facilities they provide. Besides the three, four and five star hotels of Margao, there are several budget hotels in Margao as well, which suits the needs of the pocket conscious tourist. Though there is hardly any off-season in Goa, during the monsoons, several star rated hotels in Margao offer discounts.
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