Sayaji Hotels debuts in Goa with Effotel Panaji launch
By Team Homes | Friday, 22 August 2025

Sayaji Hotels debuts in Goa with Effotel Panaji launch

Sayaji Hotels debuts in Goa with Effotel Panaji launch

Sayaji Hotels has made its entry in the capital of Goa with the opening of Effotel by Sayaji, Panaji, a boutique business hotel targeting corporate and leisure travelers.

The milestone constitutes the hospitality group's first in Panaji, consolidating its presence in India's most important business and tourist markets.

The property boasts 48 elegantly done rooms spread over three categories Deluxe, Superior, and Premium balancing business-oriented stays with holiday retreats through modern interiors and smart amenities. The Cube, the hotel's all-day dining restaurant featuring global and Goan cuisine, complements a lively adjacent bar. The property offers a rooftop swimming pool with city views and a spa. 

Key highlights:

  • Sayaji Hotels launches Effotel Panaji, its first property in Goa’s capital
  • 48 room boutique hotel offers modern interiors, spa, rooftop pool & dining
  • Brand aims to serve both business and leisure travelers in Panaji

"The property not only reinforces our presence in India's prime markets but also exhibits our commitment to developing destinations which appeal equally to business and leisure travelers. With Effotel by Sayaji, Panaji, we are thrilled to introduce the Sayaji brand philosophy of considered hospitality, contemporary design, and carefully crafted experiences to Goa," said Sumera Dhanani, Corporate Business Development Head.

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Highlighting Panaji’s emerging business appeal, Sarfraz Sheikh, Director, Anwar Hassan Group, added “Goa has always been seen as a leisure market, but with Panaji’s growing prominence as a business hub, Effotel Panaji brings the best of both worlds to our guests.”

Rajendra Joshi, Operations Director, Sayaji Group, stated "Given our initial hotel in Panaji, this opening is not only a strategic move but a genuine intention to enhance the hospitality sector in the state."

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