A bustling megacity located in eastern India, Kolkata may not always figure high on typical tourist itineraries but it is a fascinating city with steeped in history and with deep cultural heritage. Many parts of Kolkata still have a striking colonial-era architecture that will take you back in time, with Park Street and Dalhousie Square being the most well-known. For more history, check out major museums such as Indian Museum and Victoria Memorial. Kalighat Kali Temple, the serene Belur Math, and Dakshineswar Kali Temple are unmissable for visitors who are keen to see its spiritual side. For nature lovers, a tour of Sundarbans offers a closer look at the unique mangrove ecosystem found here. With so much to do, you no doubt want to stay at a comfortable base. Check out our list of best hotels to stay in Kolkata, India, to have a restful holiday.
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1. Ibis Kolkata Rajarhat (from USD 41)
Ibis Kolkata Rajarhat’s hotel rooms feature a desk, air conditioning, and a safety deposit box. The hotel’s restaurant serves a buffet or à la carte breakfast every day. There is a 24-hour front desk, shared lounge, and currency exchange available. The fitness centre and bar are also available at the guests’ leisure.
As for places you can visit, this hotel is 1.4 km (0.8 mi) from Coal India Limited, 3 km (1.8 mi) from Aliah University, 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from SINP, 8 km (4.9 mi) from Science City, 11.6 km (7.2 mi) from New Market, and 12.3 km (7.6 mi) from Eden Gardens.
ibis Kolkata Rajarhat - An Accor Brand
Address: Action Area 1, New Town 700156
4.65 km (2.9 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
2. JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata (from USD 110)
The five-star JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata features a smart, modern look with top-end amenities and sophisticated decor. The hotel is located around 5 km (3 mi) from city center attractions like Park Street. Both rooms and suites are available and all offer stylish interiors and come with major amenities like minibars and personal safes. Some of the rooms come with great city views. Other facilities available at the hotel include an outdoor infinity pool, a spa/sauna, and two onsite dining options including a nightclub.
JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
Address: 4A, J.B.S. Haldane Avenue
4.35 km (2.7 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
3. Hyatt Regency Kolkata (from USD 74)
With a 5-star mark on its hospitality and services, Hyatt Regency Kolkata assures a well-rounded stay to any guest. This hotel in the business district of Salt Lake City offers an outdoor swimming pool and a spa, so you can leisurely unwind according to your style. Indulging your palate wouldn’t also be a problem as there are six food and beverage options onsite. Their menu ranges from North Indian dishes to Italian cuisine. To provide more convenience, the property has a travel desk for guests wanting to embark on tours and day trips.
As for its calming rooms, you can expect to enjoy modern staples such as flat-screen cable TVs and air-conditioning. Select rooms come with free WiFi while any booking guarantees free private parking.
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
Address: JA-1 Sector III, Salt Lake City
1.99 km (1.3 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
4. FabHotel Aayash (from USD 17)
FabHotel Aayash features a bar, free private parking, family rooms, and a garden. It also has a 24-hour front desk and offers room service. The hotel’s rooms all come with a flat-screen TV, desk, bed linens, air conditioning, wardrobe, and a private bathroom. The hotel serves a continental breakfast every day.
Some notable places nearby are VECC and Aliah University which are 1.5 km (0.9 mi) and 2.7 km (1.6 mi) away respectively. It’s also 5.2 km (3.2 mi) from M G Road Metro Station, 7 km (4.3 mi) from New Market, 7.5 km (4.6 mi) from Eden Gardens, and 8.5 km (5.2 mi) from Victoria Memorial.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
If you are visiting Kolkata for the International Book Fair, you can opt to stay at this hotel as the fairground in Central Park is about a 10-minute walk away. Recognized by the International Publishers Association, Geneva, this book fair is held in January every year and is a must-visit for bibliophiles. Publishing houses from different parts of India and the world put up stalls here. I make it a point to visit the smaller and newer publishers' stalls to find books by upcoming, talented writers. Another genre I look out for is translated work from other Indian or foreign languages.
FabHotel Aayash
Address: Plot No. DD- 24A, Sector- 1, Bidhan Nagar, Salt Lake City, Kolkata
825 meters (0.6 ft) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
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5. The Palm Aryan - A Boutique Hotel (from USD 40)
The Palm Aryan is a boutique hotel that provides express check-in and check-out as well as a 24-hour front desk. Room service and luggage storage may be opted for by guests. There are also non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, and a garden available. The hotel’s rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, bed linens, air conditioning, a seating area, and a private bathroom. Some of these rooms also have a patio. Every day, the hotel serves a buffet breakfast for guests to enjoy.
The hotel is conveniently less than a kilometer (0.6 miles) away from many restaurants and is only 3.3 km (2 mi) away from Aliah University, 4.4 km (2.7 mi) away from M G Road Metro Station, 6.3 km (3.9 mi) away from New Market, and 6.8 km (4.2 mi) away from Eden Gardens.
The Palm Aryan - A Boutique Hotel
Address: CB 183 SECTOR 1 SALT LAKE
1.41 km (0.9 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
6. FabExpress Harry inn (from USD 18)
FabExpress Harry inn offers three-star accommodations through its air-conditioned rooms that are furnished with a TV with cable channels, tea and coffee maker, desk, seating area, wardrobe, and private bathroom. A continental or vegetarian breakfast is served every day at the hotel.
Finally, this hotel is only 3 km (1.8 mi) from Jadavpur University, 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Science City, 4.9 km (3 mi) from Birla Industrial & Technological Museum and Rabindra Sarobar, 6.1 km (3.7 mi) from Kalighat Kali Temple, 6.4 km (3.9 mi) from Mother Teresa’s Motherhouse, and 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from the Indian Museum.
FabExpress Harry inn
Address: 94, Kalitala Road, Prince Anwar Shah Road & E. M. Bypass, Near Connector, Kalikapur
9.0 km (5.6 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
7. The Oberoi Grand Kolkata (from USD 113)
Brimming with old-world charm, The Oberoi Grand Kolkata is a renowned landmark of Kolkata that dates back to the 1800s. Located in New Market, the city’s main shopping area, the hotel offers easy access to all local attractions. The hotel offers a genteel charm with colonial-themed decor. Rooms and suites feature a traditional-style decor with premium furnishings and top-notch amenities. Guests will find plentiful facilities on its premise including an outdoor pool and a spa.
The Oberoi Grand Kolkata
Address: 15 Jawaharlal Nehru Road
7.15 km (4.5 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
8. ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata (from USD 113)
Opulent and dazzling in its ambiance, ITC Royal Bengal is a luxury hotel that is located around 7 km (4.3 mi) from Victoria Memorial. The hotel offers a wonderful mix of modern styling and traditional decor touches. The hotel offers a wide selection of warmly furnished rooms across suites and apartments. All rooms offer a bevy of amenities, with premium rooms coming with additional services like separate sitting areas. Facilities available at the hotel include an outdoor pool, six onsite restaurants across different cuisines, and a full-service spa.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
One of my favorite places near this hotel is Science City. I still remember the make-believe experience of going deep inside a pyramid via the motion simulator 'time machine' as a school kid. The Fulldome 3D Digital Theater shows films on different topics in natural sciences. Dynamotion Hall and Science Exploration Hall are known for a diverse gamut of interactive science installations that help visitors learn about different scientific laws in a fun way. The complex also has a cable car service for guests to enjoy the thrill of traveling in the air and enjoying the view of this magical place as well as the cityscape.
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Address: 1 JBS Haldane Avenue
4.67 km (2.9 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
9. Novotel Kolkata Hotel and Residences (from USD 67)
Reasonable pricing for 5-star property, but room service food could be more competitive
Well-maintained facilities, including a swimming pool and spa, but slow service in some areas
Conveniently located near the airport and a shopping mall, but the immediate surroundings lack appeal
Buffet breakfast with good variety, but dinner options could be improved for both quality and selection
Featuring impressive contemporary-style interiors with trendy vibrant decor, Novotel Kolkata Hotel and Residences is one of the largest hotels in town located in Kolkata’s IT hub, New Town, very close to the city’s international airport. Guests have a choice of rooms and suites. Both come elegantly furnished and feature amenities such as minibar, sitting areas with some offering city views. The hotel’s range of amenities includes a swimming pool, five dining options, and a spa.
Novotel Kolkata Hotel and Residences
Address: CF 11 Action Area, 1C New Town, Rajarhat,
4.67 km (2.9 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
10. Taj Bengal (from USD 127)
Competitive pricing for business travelers and monthly stays.
Interconnected rooms, helpful with baby amenities, and immaculately clean bathrooms.
Central location with easy access to attractions and a peaceful oasis in the midst of the city.
Excellent dining experiences with a variety of cuisines, outstanding breakfast spread, and personalized service.
Located just around 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Victoria Memorial in Alipore, Taj Bengal is a luxe hotel offering easy access to all major landmarks of the city. The hotel has striking interiors that give it a very special vibe, particularly its soaring stone and marble atrium. The accommodation options include well-appointed rooms and suites that feature a great mix of modern amenities and traditional decor. The hotel offers several facilities including an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and a variety of award-winning dining establishments.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
A must-visit while staying here is the Zoological Garden, Alipore. It is a major crowd-puller in winter, especially for families with kids. I remember visiting the zoo with my grandmother, aunts, and cousins during winter vacation. Once you have met the residents of the zoo, such as the Bengal tiger, the fishing cats, the giraffes, the sloth bear, different kinds of deer, the colorful birds, and the reptiles, you can head to the restaurant for some refreshments. Many people also carry picnic baskets, but make sure that you don't litter or feed the animals.
Taj Bengal
Address: 34B, Belvedere Road, Alipore Kolkata 700027
9.93 km (6.2 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
11. The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat (from USD 85)
Reasonable pricing for spacious, well-maintained rooms
Excellent facilities, including a clean swimming pool and good spa services
Conveniently located near the airport and city, with various places of interest nearby
Delicious and varied buffet spread, with special mention of Indian regional specialties
Situated in close proximity to the airport, The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat in New Town is an exclusive hotel offering a great location for both business and leisure travellers. A unique attraction of the hotel is that guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of the city from floor-to-ceiling windows that feature in all rooms. The ambience is welcoming with trendy, colourful decor. Guests will find a host of room amenities including minibars. The hotel’s facilities include an outdoor pool and a spa. There are four dining options available including a 32nd-floor restaurant that comes with an amazing city view.
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Address: Plot No. CBD/2
6.04 km (3.8 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
12. Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata (from USD 33)
Enjoy the appealing ambience of Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata, a five-star hotel located in New Town next to the IT Hub. The hotel offers polished rooms with tasteful decor and a wide variety of amenities. Selected rooms come with fantastic city views. Facilities available include a rooftop pool that looks over the city, a spa and two restaurants.
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Address: CB 218, Action Area 1C, New Town
5.34 km (3.4 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
13. The Sonnet (from USD 81)
Good value for money, especially with free upgrades and convenient location.
Neat, clean rooms with varied breakfast options, though some amenities may be under renovation.
Conveniently located near shopping centers and metro stations, making it easy to explore the city.
Breakfast and buffet options are good, with friendly and attentive staff.
Located minutes away from Salt Lake City Center Mall and close to Rajarhat, Sonnet Hotel is a four-star property that is a particularly convenient option for business travellers. It offers an upscale ambience, with the hotel’s rooms featuring attractive decor in warm colours. The facilities available in the hotel include an indoor pool, a gym and one on-site restaurant.
The Sonnet Kolkata
Address: Block DD, Plot No 8, Sector 1, Kolkata - 700064, India
768 meters (0.5 ft) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
14. Kenilworth Hotel, Kolkata (from USD 81)
Centrally located, just a short distance away from Victoria Memorial, Kenilworth Hotel Kolkata offers great connectivity to all major landmarks. Featuring a mix of classy, traditional decor with a modern setup, the hotel provides a lovely setting. It offers both rooms and suites that come with a host of amenities such as a separate sitting area, sit-out balcony and minibar, depending on the room type. The hotel’s premises include several facilities include a gym and a spa. For dining, you can pick from four options including a bakery and a bar.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
The hotel is only a leisurely stroll away from Victoria Memorial. Some of my fondest memories when I was a child are about family trips to Maidan and the iconic Victoria Memorial. The vast expanse of Maidan is bustling with young couples on dates, boys playing cricket and football, families enjoying picnics and horse rides, and locals jogging and doing their morning walks. After having spent some time here with cousins, we used to head to the nearby St. Paul's Cathedral and pray at the evening mass. Sitting by the banks of the Hooghly River while watching the sun go down on the city, is a spectacular experience. You can hop aboard the tram right after and enjoy a dreamy ride as it chugs along on the quaint streets of this historical city.
Kenilworth Hotel, Kolkata
Address: 1-2, Little Russel Street
7.98 km (5.0 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
15. Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport (from USD 51)
Suitable for budget-conscious travellers, Holiday Inn Express has conveniently located just across Kolkata International Airport and offers well-appointed rooms with elegant decor. Amenities available include flat-screen TVs and sitting areas. Selected rooms come with garden views. The facilities available on-site include a fitness centre, a shared lounge and a garden. In terms of dining, the hotel offers one restaurant and one cafe.
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport, an IHG Hotel
Address: 28 Jessore Road, NSCBI Airport, Dum Dum
6.67 km (4.2 mi) from Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata
Find comfortable stay options for your Kolkata trip
Kolkata has something for every kind of visitor. The sprawling city today blends history and trendy attractions so there is a variety of experiences to be explored. You will similarly find plenty of accommodation options across all budgets. Our list of best hotels to stay in Kolkata, India, will help you find out a secure, convenient option, so you can enjoy your trip peacefully.
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