By Ulhas Polle, host at Happy Moon Homestay, Aldona, North Goa, since 2024 · Updated 3 October 2026
Our track record: Google 4.9★ (141 reviews) · Airbnb Superhost 4.94★ (154 reviews) · Booking.com 9.8/10 Exceptional
Happy Moon Homestay in Corjuem, Aldona, North Goa is 26 to 30 km, about 40 minutes by road, from Goa’s Mopa airport (Manohar International Airport, GOX). Rooms start at ₹1,200 a night, and we arrange a ₹1,200 airport pickup. WhatsApp +91 95034 25896 with your flight details.
We are Ulhas and Anuja, and we run the homestay with our family in our own home. Guests have their own floor; we live on the ground floor.
Quick facts
| What | Answer |
|---|---|
| Mopa airport (GOX) to the homestay | 26 to 30 km, about 40 minutes by road |
| Dabolim airport (GOI) | 40 to 48 km, about 1 hour 20 minutes |
| Airport pickup | ₹1,200 from Mopa, arranged on WhatsApp |
| Other ways from Mopa | Goa Taxi counter (fixed rates) or GoaMiles app; KTCL airport bus to Mapusa, then taxi or bus |
| Room prices (direct) | From ₹1,200 a night; entire home from ₹9,500 |
| Check-in / check-out | 12:00 pm / 10:00 am |
| Nearest beaches | Calangute and Baga, about 35 minutes by road |
| Google rating | 4.9 on Google (140+ reviews) |
How far is Happy Moon Homestay from Goa’s Mopa airport?
26 to 30 km, about 40 minutes by road in normal traffic. Manohar International Airport at Mopa, in Pernem taluka, was inaugurated on 11 December 2022 and began commercial flights on 5 January 2023.
Which Goa airport is closer to Aldona, Mopa or Dabolim?
Mopa. It is 26 to 30 km (about 40 minutes) from us, while Dabolim is 40 to 48 km (about 1 hour 20 minutes). If you have a choice of flights, Mopa (GOX) is the shorter transfer.
How do you get from Mopa airport to Aldona?
- Our pickup: ₹1,200 from Mopa. WhatsApp your flight number and arrival time.
- A cab: the authorised Goa Taxi counter at the airport has fixed rates, or book on the GoaMiles app and search for “Happy Moon Homestay”.
- By bus: a KTCL airport bus to Mapusa, then a local taxi or a bus from Mapusa to Aldona or Corjuem (timings vary).
Find us on our Google Maps listing. Arriving by train instead? See the Thivim station guide.
Should you stay near the airport in Pernem or in Aldona?
For one night before an early flight, stay nearer the airport. For a longer trip, Aldona is a quiet base for all of North Goa: a village in Bardez on the Mapusa river, with paddy fields, coconut groves and Portuguese-era houses. To be honest about what we are: the beaches are about 35 minutes away, so this is not a beach stay, and it is not a party house (no parties, no smoking indoors). Read our Aldona village guide.
How much does a room near Mopa airport cost?
| Room | What it has | From, a night |
|---|---|---|
| Room 1 | Private bathroom | ₹1,500 |
| Room 2 | Private bathroom with bathtub | ₹1,700 |
| Room 3 | Budget room, shares a bathroom with Room 5 | ₹1,200 |
| Room 4 | Studio suite with its own kitchen and bathtub | ₹1,900 |
| Room 5 | Budget room with a view, shares a bathroom with Room 3 | ₹1,300 |
| Entire home | All five rooms, for groups | ₹9,500 |
| Hall Rooms (Ruturaj) | 3 rooms with private attached bathroom, no WiFi yet, 700 m from the villa | ₹1,200 |
Longer stays cost less a night; ask us on WhatsApp. Every room has individual AC and a dedicated workstation, and Rooms 1 and 2 have latex mattresses. Groups can book the entire homestay.
What is near the homestay once you arrive?
Most of North Goa is within 40 minutes: Corjuem Fort about 5 minutes away, Mapusa about 18 minutes (its market runs every Friday, from about 8 am until early evening), the Calangute and Baga beaches about 35 minutes, and Panaji about 25 minutes. The Anjuna flea market runs on Wednesdays, November to April. See all our places on our interactive Goa map, with a Google Maps link for each place, and plan your days with the North Goa itinerary.
Is the homestay practical for remote work and EV drivers?
Yes. We have 300 Mbps fibre Wi-Fi with 4G backup, a workstation in every room, power backup, an EV charging station, RFID keyless locks, a washing machine, a full guest kitchen with induction cooking, RO drinking water, solar hot water and free secure parking. Home-style Goan meals are available from our family on request, with breakfast from ₹150. More is in our workation guide.
Stay with us in Aldona, North Goa
Happy Moon Homestay is a quiet, family-run homestay in Aldona with AC rooms, a guest kitchen, power backup and 300 Mbps Wi-Fi. Rooms from ₹1,200 a night.
How to contact and book Happy Moon Homestay
- WhatsApp or call: +91 95034 25896 (Ulhas Polle, host)
- Address: House No. 524/4, Hatalwado, Corjuem, Aldona, Bardez, North Goa, Goa 403508
- Google Maps: Happy Moon Homestay on Google Maps (4.9★, 140+ Google reviews)
- Book direct: homestayingoa.com, with no OTA commission
Frequently asked questions
How far is Happy Moon Homestay from Mopa airport?
About 26 to 30 km, which takes around 40 minutes by road in normal traffic.
Can you arrange a pickup from Mopa airport?
Yes. We arrange Mopa airport pickups for ₹1,200. WhatsApp +91 95034 25896 with your flight number and arrival time.
Is Happy Moon Homestay closer to Mopa or Dabolim airport?
Mopa. It is 26 to 30 km (about 40 minutes) away; Dabolim is 40 to 48 km (about 1 hour 20 minutes).
How do I get to Aldona from Mopa airport without a pickup?
Take a cab from the authorised Goa Taxi counter at the airport, which has fixed rates, or book one on the GoaMiles app. Or take a KTCL airport bus to Mapusa, then a local taxi or bus to Aldona or Corjuem.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 12:00 pm and check-out is at 10:00 am. Send us your flight timings on WhatsApp so we know when to expect you.