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2+
Acres of hill slope
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Yes
Pet-friendly rooms available
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1000+
Fish in the natural quarry pool
Circle, Goa is a boutique hotel on Peacock Hill Circle in Anjuna - over two acres of lush hill slope hiding a 104-year-old restored house, a natural bio-filtered swimming quarry, a bar, a pottery studio, and a padel court. It describes itself as an animal first property, which means your dog will share the grounds with resident ducks, dogs, and the occasional visiting cow. Not every room is pet-friendly, so call ahead to confirm which units are available for your trip.
✓ Confirmed by the property
Circle, Goa explicitly offers pet-friendly rooms and describes itself as an animal-first property. However, some rooms are not pet-friendly - the team recommends calling before booking to confirm availability of the right unit for you and your dog.
What the property is actually like
The 2+ acre grounds are the real draw here. There are two distinct accommodation clusters: The Old Quarters - a painstakingly restored 1921 house with heritage character - and The New Quarters at the east end, which are the more spacious, purpose-built pet-friendly rooms ideal for families and groups. Both share access to the wider property, including Dot in the Park (the bar and food programme), a kitchen garden, a LuneClay pottery studio, and CocoPadel courts. The property leans hard into sustainability - bio-enzymes, charcoal filters, 300+ plants keeping the quarry water clean, and daily water quality boards updated for guests.
The Quarry - what dog parents need to know
The Quarry is Circle's 100% bio-filtered natural swimming pond, stocked with over a thousand fish - guppies, koi, catfish, kingfisher-attracting tetras, and more. Pets are welcome at the Quarry, but the property is clear: dogs must be supervised, respectful of other guests, and gentle with the ecosystem. Any damage or excessive mess may be chargeable. The Quarry is open daily 9am–6pm (closed Tuesdays for maintenance) and is complimentary for staying guests; day-use guests pay a charge. Before entering, all guests - pets included - must shower, and sunscreen, body creams, and face products are not permitted in the water to protect the fish.
⚠️ Safety - The Quarry
The Quarry reaches 5 feet deep in the adults' section. Edges are made of locally sourced stone and can be rough or sharp at corners. Jumping or diving is not permitted. Keep dogs on a short lead near the water's edge and supervise at all times - this is a living ecosystem with real fish, not a standard pool.
On the ground with your dog
The property's own language - "animal first" - sets the tone. Resident animals roam freely, which means a dog who's relaxed around other dogs, ducks, and the odd cow will settle in quickly. The shaded sand paths, hammocks by the quarry, and complimentary herbal tea counter make for a genuinely slow, unhurried kind of stay. Room service is available for all rooms except the Dormitory, so you won't need to leave your dog alone to grab a meal. The bar and food programme at Dot in the Park focuses on fresh, local ingredients - expect comfort food done carefully, not hotel-generic menus. Ratings across Booking.com (9.3), MakeMyTrip (4.6), and TripAdvisor (5.0) are consistently strong.
