About Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet
Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet is a two-star hotel at Village Teghoria, Post Kashinathpur, in Greater Kolkata. It sits outside the central neighbourhoods, in the suburban spread towards the airport and Rajarhat. That makes it a working base rather than a sightseeing one: travellers with business in the northern or eastern suburbs, or anyone travelling with a car, will find the position convenient. Guests heading for Park Street, Esplanade or the Victoria Memorial should plan on a drive of roughly an hour in normal traffic.
The property is a simple hotel with a banquet hall attached, and two stars sets expectations accordingly. A guest score of 3.4 out of 5 from 31 reviews points to a stay that is adequate rather than polished. Book it for the practical things: free parking, a place to sleep and staff on duty at any hour. Banquet events can make weekends and evenings busier than weekdays, so mention any need for quiet when booking. This is a functional suburban stay, not a central address.
Location and neighbourhood
Village Teghoria lies in Greater Kolkata, beyond the central neighbourhoods that most visitors picture. The area is suburban in character, with the airport corridor to the north and the newer development around Rajarhat and New Town to the east. Shops, eateries and transport here serve local residents rather than tourists. A car or a booked cab is genuinely useful, because the sights are far apart and the metro is not on the doorstep. Allow generous travel time for anything in the centre, and treat the hotel as a base rather than a starting point for walks.
On foot, the immediate surroundings are residential and limited. Eco Park at 4.7 km is the closest item on the list and still needs a short ride. Everything else is a proper journey: Park Street 16.7 km away and 50 to 80 minutes by road, Esplanade 16.6 km at similar times, Victoria Memorial 17.9 km and 55 to 85 minutes, Sealdah station 14.7 km and 45 to 75 minutes. Plan each outing as a half day rather than a quick errand.
Mornings here belong to commuters, with traffic heading towards the airport and the business districts. Evenings quieten once offices empty, and the roads towards Rajarhat clear earlier than those in the centre. During Durga Puja, usually late September or October, the whole city stays out late and traffic near pandals slows sharply, so allow extra time and check the current year's dates. Christmas week brings crowds to Park Street, far from here. Festival traffic affects the suburbs too, so build slack into any airport run.
Rooms and facilities
The listed facilities suit a working traveller. Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk mean a late arrival can be handled and email answered after a long day. Free car parking removes the usual worry about leaving a vehicle on a suburban street. A shuttle service adds flexibility for local trips, though it is worth asking the hotel which destinations and times it covers before relying on it. None of this is luxurious, and the two-star rating is honest about that.
For families, the practical points matter more than the trim. Wheelchair-accessible areas are listed, so ask which parts of the property this covers if step-free movement is needed. Sheets and towels are provided, which keeps packing light. Parking is free, useful if you arrive by car with children and luggage. The banquet side of the business means public areas can fill up on event nights, so request a room away from the function space if early nights matter.
Kolkata's heat and monsoon shape how a room is used. From April to May daytime temperatures often pass 35 °C, and the monsoon from June to September brings heavy rain and waterlogging after downpours. Ask the property directly about cooling, hot water, mosquito protection and how the shuttle runs in heavy rain. Confirm check-in and check-out timings when booking, along with payment methods and whether a late arrival needs to be flagged in advance. Clear answers before travel are worth more than assumptions after arrival.
All 5 listed facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Free Wifi
- Free car parking
- Shuttle service
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is the obvious advantage of this address. The airport is about 10 km away in a straight line and 35 to 55 minutes by road, depending on traffic on the approach roads. For an early departure this is a far better position than a central hotel, where the same run can take well over an hour. Confirm the shuttle's airport coverage with the hotel, and keep a cab booking as a backup for odd-hour flights.
The main railway stations are long runs. Howrah is 17.3 km in a straight line and 50 to 85 minutes by road. Sealdah is closer at 14.7 km and 45 to 75 minutes, and handles a large share of the suburban network. If a train leaves from Kolkata station at Chitpur, check the route separately, since it is a third terminus. Build in extra time for the Hooghly crossings when heading to Howrah, and avoid the evening peak where the train time allows.
The metro is not within walking distance. Salt Lake Sector V station is 8.4 km away and Karunamoyee 9.2 km, so either needs a cab or the shuttle first. From there the network connects towards the centre, with lines and stations still being extended. Check Metro Railway Kolkata for current stations, interchange details and hours before planning a metro day. For most trips from this address, a cab straight to the destination will be simpler than combining a local ride with the metro.
| To | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | 16.7 km | 50–80 minutes |
| Esplanade | 16.6 km | 50–80 minutes |
| Victoria Memorial | 17.9 km | 55–85 minutes |
| Howrah station | 17.3 km | 50–85 minutes |
| Sealdah station | 14.7 km | 45–75 minutes |
| Kolkata airport (CCU) | 10.0 km | 35–55 minutes |
| Salt Lake Sector V metro | 8.4 km | 30–50 minutes |
| Karunamoyee metro | 9.2 km | 30–50 minutes |
Food and sights near Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet
Eco Park, or Prakriti Tirtha, in New Town is the nearest listed sight at 4.7 km, opened in 2012 and large enough for a half day of walking. Tangra and Tiretta Bazaar, 12.6 km away, show another side of the city: Tangra is the centre of the Chinese community and Indian-Chinese cooking, while Tiretta Bazaar holds the older Chinatown, with a breakfast market early in the morning. Both need a cab, and the breakfast visit means leaving before dawn.
Mother House on AJC Bose Road, 15.1 km away, holds Mother Teresa's tomb and is the headquarters of the Missionaries of Charity. College Street, 15.2 km away, is the book market around Presidency University, with the Indian Coffee House at Albert Hall as its traditional stop. Marble Palace, 15.4 km, is an 1835 private residence in North Kolkata that needs a free permit, so check current arrangements before travelling. Each of these is a separate outing with its own travel time.
Food is a reason to head into the centre rather than stay local. Nizam's near New Market is credited with the original kathi roll, and the city classics, phuchka, jhalmuri, Kolkata biryani and mishti doi, are widely available. Tangra's Indian-Chinese kitchens are the nearest of these to the hotel. Shopping means New Market, opened 1874, or the College Street bookshops, both in the centre. Evenings around Teghoria are quiet, so plan a cab back rather than expecting late options on the doorstep.
- Eco Park (4.7 km)
- Tangra & Tiretta Bazaar (12.6 km)
- Mother House (15.1 km)
- College Street & Indian Coffee House (15.2 km)
- Marble Palace (15.4 km)
A day from Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet
Start early with Eco Park, 4.7 km away, and use the coolest hours for walking. The park opened in 2012 and covers a large area, so a couple of hours is sensible. Return to the hotel for the hottest part of the afternoon, or ask about the shuttle before setting out. From April to May the heat builds past 35 °C, and the monsoon from June to September can interrupt any outdoor plan at short notice.
Use the middle of the day for the long run south and east. Tangra and Tiretta Bazaar, 12.6 km away, are best for lunch: Indian-Chinese cooking in Tangra, or the early breakfast market in Tiretta if you leave at dawn. Allow generous time each way by road, and more in rain. Keep the plan light, since a second stop in the centre, such as College Street and the Indian Coffee House, adds another 15 km of driving from the hotel.
An evening in the centre is possible but long: Park Street is 16.7 km and 50 to 80 minutes by road, and the return after dinner will be similar. A simpler plan keeps dinner near Tangra and returns to the hotel early. On the last morning, leave time for the airport run of 35 to 55 minutes over 10 km, which stretches in the morning peak. Check festival dates before fixing any of this, since Durga Puja changes traffic across the city.
Booking tips and when to go
Book early for Durga Puja, usually late September or October, when the city fills and the dates shift each year; check the current year's dates before fixing travel. Christmas week, mid-December to New Year, brings lights and crowds to Park Street, which affects that side of town more than the suburbs. Weekday stays are quieter than banquet nights. Confirm arrival and departure timings, payment methods and any shuttle arrangement when booking, and flag a late arrival so the front desk is ready.
November to February is the best window for this area. December and January bring highs in the mid-20s °C, February is pleasant, and dry weather makes the long road trips into the centre easier. March warms into the low 30s, April and May are hot and humid with evening storms, and the monsoon from June to September is heaviest in July. Winter mornings can be hazy with poor air quality, which matters if travelling with children or older companions.
Carry cash for taxis, markets and street food, since cards and UPI work best in hotels, malls and restaurants. Yellow Ambassador taxis are metered, so insist on the meter; app cabs are the simpler option from a suburban address. Drink bottled water and pace yourself in the heat. At temples and at Mother House, dress modestly and cover shoulders and knees. For Marble Palace, arrange the free permit in advance and check current arrangements, since entry rules can change.
Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet: questions
Where is Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet located?
Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet stands at Village Teghoria Po Kashinathpur, in Greater Kolkata outside the central neighbourhoods. Park Street is 16.7 km away in a straight line, roughly 50 to 80 minutes by road, and Esplanade is a similar distance. A car or cab is useful for getting around.
How far is Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet from Kolkata airport?
Kolkata airport (CCU) is about 10 km from Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet in a straight line, or 35 to 55 minutes by road depending on traffic. The hotel lists a shuttle service, so ask about airport transfers when you book, and allow extra time at busy periods.
How do I reach Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet from Sealdah or Howrah station?
Sealdah station is 14.7 km from Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet in a straight line, about 45 to 75 minutes by road. Howrah station is 17.3 km away, roughly 50 to 85 minutes. Traffic can stretch these times, so plan a margin before a train and check Indian Railways for timings.
Which metro stations are nearest to Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet?
The nearest metro stops to Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet are Salt Lake Sector V at 8.4 km and Karunamoyee at 9.2 km. Both need a cab or auto-rickshaw for the last stretch. Lines and hours change, so check Metro Railway Kolkata before you travel.
What facilities does Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet offer?
Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet lists Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, parking, a shuttle service and wheelchair-accessible areas, with sheets and towels provided. Ask the hotel directly about anything you need arranged in advance, such as parking space or a shuttle at a particular time.
Is Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet suitable for families?
Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet is a two-star hotel with a 24-hour front desk and parking, which helps families travelling by car. It sits outside the central neighbourhoods, so days out need planning. Discuss room sizes and any extra bedding with the hotel when booking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet?
Check-in and check-out times at Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet are set by the hotel. A 24-hour front desk is listed, so late arrivals can usually be received. Confirm the times and give your expected arrival when you book.
What sights are near Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet?
Eco Park is 4.7 km from Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet. Tangra and Tiretta Bazaar are 12.6 km away, Mother House 15.1 km, and College Street with the Indian Coffee House 15.2 km. The Marble Palace is 15.4 km. Allow travel time, since the hotel is outside the centre.
When is the best time to stay at Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet?
October to March is the most comfortable window for a stay at Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet, with cooler, drier weather. The monsoon runs roughly June to September and brings waterlogging after heavy rain. Winter mornings can be hazy. Check the India Meteorological Department forecast before travelling.
How do I book Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet?
Book Blue Sapphire Hotel and Banquet direct or through a booking site, and confirm the address at Village Teghoria Po Kashinathpur before you travel. Ask about parking, the shuttle service and accessible rooms at the time of booking. Read recent guest reviews alongside the listed score of 3.4 out of 5 from 31 reviews.
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