Oberoi Grand, Kolkata

The Oberoi Grand is affectionately known as the ‘Grande Dame of Calcutta’. The Oberoi Grand’s neo-classical façade and grand pillared entrance mark a successful fusion of classical and traditional Indian style and reflect the city’s colonial heritage. Located in Chowringhee, the heart of Calcutta’s commercial district and shopping center, the hotel makes an impressive, luxurious and convenient base for a business trip.

Cool green marble floors, Corinthian columns, balustrades, classical pediments and palms all add to an air of turn-of-the-century colonial grandeur.
 

Getting There

The Oberoi Grand is the premier business hotel in Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, characterized by its old world charm and gracious hospitality.

By air: Kolkata airport is 22 kilometers from the hotel.

By rail: The Oberoi Grand is approximately 6 kilometers from Howrah railway station and 3 kilometers from Sealdah railway station.

By road: Kolkata is connected to all major Indian cities by National Highway routes.

Things to do

Victoria Memorial: Supposedly the British Raj's answer to Agra's Taj Mahal, this imposing edifice contains a collection of Victorian memorabilia, including Queen Victoria's Piano.

The Maidan: This enormous park forms the 'lungs' of Kolkata, and offers a fascinating ongoing pageant of the city's life. Nearby is the old British fort, Fort William. Also nearby is the 48-meter high Ochterlony Monument.

Kalighat: An important temple to Kali, the goddess from whom Kolkata supposedly takes its name.

Raj Bhavan: This was once the residence of the British Viceroy in India. Not far away are other fine examples of Raj architecture: the Town Hall, Writers' Building (the old East India Company office) and St. John's Church. Also not far away is the South Park Street Cemetery, with its poignant old tombs and inscriptions.

Indian Museum: Perhaps one of the finest museums in Asia, with an excellent collection of art, as well as fossils and meteorites.

Shantiniketan: University founded by Rabindranath Tagore with a unique educational experience.
The Museum and the art gallery have crafts centers and students at the university have their studies in the complex and welcome visitors interested in their works.

Spa

The Oberoi Spa at The Oberoi Grand is managed by world famous Banyan Tree and staffed by trained Thai therapists. The Spa offers guests a comprehensive range of holistic therapies and treatments, including Ayurvedic, Aromatherapy, Thai, Balinese, Indian and Hawaiian Massages. Scrubs, wraps, facials and a full range of health, hair and beauty treatments will revive, pamper and rejuvenate you from head to foot. The Spa therapy suites are the place to unwind after a hard day’s business or sightseeing. Sauna and Steam rooms are available for hire at the Spa.

Fitness
The outdoor swimming pool at The Oberoi Grand is an oasis of peace and quiet in the middle of a busy city. Drinks and snacks are available at the poolside bar.

Fitness Center
State-of-the-art Life Fitness machines are available for guests free of charge. Equipment includes Rowing Machines, Cross Trainer (with headphones and TV), Exercycles, Multigym and Treadmills (with headphones and TV).

Other Activities
Golf, Horse riding, Squash and Tennis are all available within 7kms of the hotel.

Accommodation

All the rooms and suites at The Oberoi Grand are well presented and elegantly furnished and offer impeccable service.

Superior Rooms: 130 Superior Rooms have city views, in-room entertainment (DVD), direct dialing, data port and 24hour in-room dining.

Premium rooms: 36 Premium rooms are the same size, but face the gardens.

Deluxe rooms: All 41 Deluxe rooms look onto the swimming pool and have a large worktable with fax machine, DVD player.

Junior Suites: The 3 Junior Suites, feature king size beds and teak wood flooring, dining table, two balconies overlooking the pool and garden. Each suite also has a large worktable with fax machine and Satellite TV with DVD player.

Executive Suites: The 3 Executive Suites, look out over the palm-fringed courtyard and pool. They have teak floors, a king size four poster bed, separate living room, walk-in closet and two balconies, CD player and fax machine, safe in room. 

Deluxe Suites: There are 3 Deluxe Suites at The Oberoi Grand. These suites feature a king size four-poster bed with teak wood floors, drawing room/dining room and three balconies which overlook the courtyard and swimming pool. CD and DVD players, fax, breakfast are included in the price of the suite.

Eating
 
La Terrasse: La Terrasse is a French Brasserie style restaurant offering a range of international cuisine from a buffet. Bright and cheerful, La Terrasse will cater for every taste at more or less any time of day.

Baan Thai: For an authentic taste of Thailand, visit Baan Thai. Widely recognized as the premier Thai restaurant in the City.

Chowringhee Bar and Tea Lounge: Relax here before or after dinner with friends, colleagues and a selection of fine wines, beers and spirits.

Facilities
 
Broadband Internet access
Dual line telephones with data port
Personal bar
Tea and coffee maker
Air conditioning with thermostat
Electronic safe
Hairdryer
Voltage 110-220
Business center
Concierge
Car rental
Beauty salon
Laundry and valet service
Doctor on call
Outdoor Swimming pool
Steam and Sauna
Spa
Fitness Center