Hotels in Kolkata Near the Howrah Bridge

The famous cantilever bridge, connecting Kolkata to the smaller township of Howrah, across the Hooghly River, is one of the city’s most recognised symbols.  If you haven’t seen it on postcards, you’ll probably recognise it from movies like Barfi and Yuva. Though the first British settlements of Kolkata sprung up in this locality, later it served as a point of departure for those travelling by rail. Today it is the terminating point of several trains from distant corners of the country. The congested area may look romantic on-screen, but in reality most tourists settle for hotels in Park Street or Esplanade, both of which aren’t far from Howrah Station.

Howrah Bridge, one of the four bridges on River Hooghly

TBD Hotel Himalaya, Mahatma Gandhi Road

For budget business travellers who need to travel with family, this is an affordable, clean and safe hotel near Howrah. The food served is entirely vegetarian, and alcohol is strictly not allowed. It has 50 air-conditioned and 19 standard rooms, along with a banquet hall which can accommodate up to 500 guests. Wi-Fi is free, and there is plenty of parking space for those motoring it to Kolkata. Major credit cards are accepted here.

Fortune Park Panchwati, Kona Expressway

This hotel is five kilometres from Vidyasagar toll plaza, while the commercial district around EspIanade is twenty minutes away by taxi. The fancy 71-room property has executive suites, ample parking space, a convenient 24-hour coffee shop and three restaurants. It offers Wi-Fi services and has a board room equipped for presentations. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool. It is the ideal hotel for large businesses to host conferences in.

Fortune Park Panchwati, a fancy hotel close to Vidyasagar toll plaza

Floatel, Strand Road

The city’s best sights and sounds are a stone’s throw from this floating Kolkata hotel! Since it is right on the Hooghly River, staying here is like being on a passing boat yourself. The famous Eden Gardens Cricket Stadium, and several colonial buildings dating back to the eighteenth century are also visible from here. Family weddings and get-togethers can be hosted in any one of the three plush open air banquets by the riverside. The management organises outdoor activities like boat rides, fishing and angling. The 49 rooms are well-appointed, and Howrah station is five kilometres away.

Floatel, the floating hotel in Kolkata

Hotel Kenilworth, Little Russel Street

This five-star property is a few hundred metres away from the Victoria Memorial. The hotel has three restaurants and two bars, a business centre, baby-sitting attendants, 24-hour room service and Wi-Fi. The rooms are spacious with a study table and other amenities. The hotel is ideal for business travellers and tourists alike.

Hotel Kenilworth, just a few hundred metres from Victoria Memorial

Hotel Shalimar, SN Banerjee Road

A trustworthy, no-frills budget hotel in Kolkata, Hotel Shalimar’s guests have lauded the property for its efficient service and good hygiene standards. The hotel has 36 comfortable rooms with Wi-Fi, a doctor on call facility, a multi-cuisine restaurant and lots of parking space. It is a short walk away from Regal Cinema, and Howrah Station is about six kilometres away. Government offices are also in the vicinity.