About OYO Hotel Uchhash
OYO Hotel Uchhash suits travellers who have business in Kolkata's suburbs or who will keep a car or cab for the stay. The address is on the Kalyani Expressway at Muragachha, Sodepur, in Greater Kolkata rather than in the central neighbourhoods. From here, Park Street, Esplanade and the Victoria Memorial are cross-city journeys, while the airport is comparatively close. The property is a practical base for an early flight, a suburban meeting or a trip that uses the northern and eastern edges of the city.
This is a two-star hotel with a guest score of 4/5 from 468 reviews. It offers Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, room service, an on-site restaurant and bar, parking and breakfast. Those facilities make it a simple, working base rather than a central sightseeing hotel. Guests who need to work online, a meal after a late arrival or help with a cab can use the front desk and restaurant. The score suggests a broadly positive guest experience, though the two-star rating sets expectations for a straightforward stay.
Location and neighbourhood
The hotel stands on the Kalyani Expressway at Muragachha, Sodepur, in Greater Kolkata. This is a suburban setting outside the central neighbourhoods, so the streets around the address do not form a sightseeing district. Greater Kolkata spreads across suburbs such as Barasat, Barrackpore, Baruipur, Dankuni and the edges of Rajarhat and Howrah district. A car or cab is useful for almost every trip beyond the immediate address. For a stay focused on the airport, a suburban meeting or a road journey, the position is more useful than a central location.
Walking will not connect the hotel to the main sights in this guide. Park Street is 17.5 km away in a straight line and 50 to 85 minutes by road, Esplanade is 16.4 km and 50 to 80 minutes, and the Victoria Memorial is 18.8 km and 55 to 90 minutes. Howrah station is 14.9 km and 45 to 75 minutes; Sealdah is 15.4 km and 45 to 75 minutes. Use a car or cab for these journeys and allow for traffic.
Mornings are the best time for a long road transfer, especially in winter when haze can slow the start of the day. Evenings suit a meal at the hotel rather than a cross-city outing. During Durga Puja and the Christmas period, central Kolkata attracts heavy crowds and road journeys can take longer, so build extra time into plans. The suburban address gives no walking access to the central pandals or Park Street lights; a cab is needed, and the current festival dates should be checked with West Bengal Tourism.
Rooms and facilities
For a business traveller, OYO Hotel Uchhash lists Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, room service and parking. The on-site restaurant and bar mean a meal does not require another road journey after a suburban meeting. Breakfast is listed, which helps an early start toward the airport. A late arrival can use the front desk and room service, though it is wise to tell the property the arrival time in advance. The hotel's two-star rating points to a simple, functional stay rather than extensive business services.
Families should treat the hotel as a base for short stays rather than a resort. Air conditioning matters in Kolkata's hot months, and it is useful during the humid pre-monsoon and monsoon periods. The listed refrigerator helps with drinks and snacks, while housekeeping, towels and toiletries cover basic needs. The bathroom has a shower. Parking is useful for a self-drive trip. The two-star rating sets expectations for straightforward rooms, so families with specific needs should ask about space and bedding before booking.
Confirm current check-in and check-out times with the property before travel, as well as the latest time for room service and breakfast. Ask whether parking needs to be reserved and whether the restaurant serves throughout the day. If arriving after a late flight, confirm that the 24-hour front desk will be staffed and that access arrangements are clear. For longer stays, ask about housekeeping frequency and check the Wi-Fi arrangement. Keep a copy of the booking and the address in Bengali or Hindi for the driver.
All 12 listed facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Air conditioning
- Bar/Lounge
- Bars
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
- Free car parking
- Housekeeping
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant(s)
- Room Service
- Toiletries
Getting there
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), the hotel is 5.6 km away in a straight line and 20 to 35 minutes by road. That makes it one of the closest practical bases in this guide for an early departure or a late arrival. The airport is near Dum Dum, north-east of the centre, and the hotel sits at Sodepur on the Kalyani Expressway. Use a metered taxi or an app cab and allow extra time at peak traffic periods. Confirm the pickup point at the airport before leaving the terminal.
Howrah station is 14.9 km away in a straight line and 45 to 75 minutes by road. Sealdah is 15.4 km and 45 to 75 minutes. Both are cross-city transfers, so a cab is simpler than dragging luggage through changes. If arriving by train, keep the hotel address ready for the driver. Kolkata station at Chitpur is another option for some long-distance and Bangladesh trains; check Indian Railways or IRCTC for current services. Allow the wider road time when arriving at rush hour.
The nearest metro stations are Jai Hind Bimanbandar at 6.6 km and Dakshineswar at 7.6 km. Neither is within walking distance, so a metro trip needs a cab or auto-rickshaw leg first. Jai Hind Bimanbandar is on the Yellow Line and serves the airport; Dakshineswar is on the Blue Line. Metro Railway Kolkata should be checked for current stations and hours, as services are expanding. For most trips from this hotel, a direct cab is simpler than combining a road leg with the metro.
| To | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | 17.5 km | 50–85 minutes |
| Esplanade | 16.4 km | 50–80 minutes |
| Victoria Memorial | 18.8 km | 55–90 minutes |
| Howrah station | 14.9 km | 45–75 minutes |
| Sealdah station | 15.4 km | 45–75 minutes |
| Kolkata airport (CCU) | 5.6 km | 20–35 minutes |
| Jai Hind Bimanbandar metro | 6.6 km | 25–40 minutes |
| Dakshineswar metro | 7.6 km | 25–45 minutes |
Food and sights near OYO Hotel Uchhash
Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math are 7.9 km from the hotel. Dakshineswar was completed in 1855 and is associated with Ramakrishna; Belur Math, across the river in Howrah district, is the headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Eco Park in New Town is 11.9 km away and opened in 2012. These sites are useful half-day outings by cab. For temple visits, check current entry rules and dress requirements with the temple authorities or West Bengal Tourism.
Kumartuli is 12.4 km away. This potters' quarter in North Kolkata makes Durga idols and is busiest from July to September. Jorasanko Thakurbari, 14 km away, is Tagore's family home and birthplace, now the Rabindra Bharati Museum. Marble Palace, 14.2 km away, is an 1835 private residence in North Kolkata; entry needs a permit, and current arrangements should be checked. These three can be combined in one North Kolkata outing by cab, with travel time allowed between stops.
Food options at the hotel are the on-site restaurant, bar and room service, with breakfast listed. For a named Kolkata meal, central places such as Nizam's near New Market and Indian Coffee House on College Street are a long ride: Nizam's is credited with the original kathi roll. Tangra for Indian-Chinese food is on the east side. For shopping, New Market is central and a long ride; central evening options also require a cab. The suburban base suits an early night before an airport run.
- Dakshineswar & Belur Math (7.9 km)
- Eco Park (11.9 km)
- Kumartuli (12.4 km)
- Jorasanko Thakurbari (14.0 km)
- Marble Palace (14.2 km)
A day from OYO Hotel Uchhash
Start early with a cab to Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math, 7.9 km from the hotel. The two sites sit in different districts, with Belur Math across the Hooghly in Howrah, so allow time for the crossing and for temple formalities. Dakshineswar is associated with Ramakrishna and was completed in 1855; Belur Math is the headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Dress modestly and check current entry rules with the temple authorities. Return to the hotel for lunch at the restaurant.
In the afternoon, take a cab to Eco Park in New Town, 11.9 km away. The park opened in 2012 and is a large urban green space, useful for an unhurried walk after a morning of temple visits. If the trip falls between July and September, add Kumartuli, 12.4 km away, where Durga idols are made. The potters' quarter is busiest in the run-up to Durga Puja. Check current opening arrangements for Eco Park and allow road time between the stops.
Return to the hotel for the evening and use the restaurant or bar. An evening in central Kolkata is possible but far: Park Street is 17.5 km away and 50 to 85 minutes by road. If you go, leave enough time for the return and confirm cab availability with the front desk. Otherwise, keep the evening local and prepare for an early airport run, which is 5.6 km and 20 to 35 minutes by road. The 24-hour front desk helps with a late return.
Booking tips and when to go
Book with the festival calendar in mind. Durga Puja usually falls in late September or October and is a very busy period; Christmas lights on Park Street and Allen Park run from mid-December to New Year. Room demand rises in those weeks, so reserve early and confirm the cancellation terms. Rush hours affect road times to the airport and the stations, so build the wider end of the road time ranges into plans. Confirm check-in and check-out times with the property before travel, as well as breakfast timings.
The best season for this suburban base is November to February, when Kolkata is dry and comfortable. December and January are coolest, with highs in the mid-20s Celsius; February is pleasant. March warms up, April and May are hot and humid with evening storms, and the monsoon runs roughly June to September with heavy rain in July. Winter mornings can be hazy with poor air quality, so allow extra time for road journeys to the airport or stations.
Carry cash for taxis, markets and street food, though cards and UPI are widely accepted in hotels, malls and restaurants. Use metered yellow taxis and insist on the meter, or book an app cab. Keep bottled or filtered water with you, especially in the hot months. At Dakshineswar, Belur Math and other temples, dress modestly and follow current footwear and photography rules. Check Metro Railway Kolkata for current metro hours and West Bengal Tourism for festival dates before fixing an itinerary.
OYO Hotel Uchhash: questions
Where is OYO Hotel Uchhash located?
OYO Hotel Uchhash is on Kalyani Expressway at Muragachha, Sodepur, in Greater Kolkata, outside the central neighbourhoods. The address places it in the northern suburbs, well away from Park Street and Esplanade, so a car or cab is useful for getting around. The airport is the closest major transport point.
How far is OYO Hotel Uchhash from Kolkata airport?
Kolkata airport (CCU) is about 5.6 km from OYO Hotel Uchhash in a straight line, roughly 20 to 35 minutes by road depending on traffic. It is the nearest of the city's main gateways. Jai Hind Bimanbandar metro station on the Yellow Line is about 6.6 km away, and Metro Railway Kolkata should be checked for current services.
How do I reach Howrah or Sealdah station from OYO Hotel Uchhash?
Both main railway stations are a road journey from OYO Hotel Uchhash. Howrah station is about 14.9 km away in a straight line, typically 45 to 75 minutes by road, and Sealdah is about 15.4 km with a similar drive. Traffic affects both, so allow extra time for a train. Check Indian Railways for departure times.
Which metro stations are near OYO Hotel Uchhash?
OYO Hotel Uchhash has no metro station within walking distance. Jai Hind Bimanbandar on the Yellow Line is about 6.6 km away and Dakshineswar on the Blue Line is about 7.6 km. Both need a cab or auto-rickshaw. Lines are still being extended, so check Metro Railway Kolkata for current stations and hours before you travel.
What facilities does OYO Hotel Uchhash offer?
OYO Hotel Uchhash is a two-star hotel with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, room service, an on-site restaurant and a bar. Breakfast is served and free car parking is available. Rooms have a bathroom with shower, toiletries and towels, plus a refrigerator. Housekeeping is provided.
Is OYO Hotel Uchhash suitable for families?
OYO Hotel Uchhash suits travellers with business in the suburbs or a car, and families are welcome. Rooms are air conditioned, the restaurant and room service make meals easy, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. The location is outside the centre, so plan days out by cab rather than on foot.
What are the check-in and check-out times at OYO Hotel Uchhash?
OYO Hotel Uchhash keeps a 24-hour front desk, so late arrivals can be dealt with. Confirm check-in and check-out times with the hotel when you book, and give your expected arrival time in advance, especially if your flight lands late at night. Reception can advise on parking and breakfast timings too.
What is there to see near OYO Hotel Uchhash?
The nearest sights to OYO Hotel Uchhash are Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math, about 7.9 km away, with Eco Park at roughly 11.9 km. Kumartuli is around 12.4 km, Jorasanko Thakurbari about 14 km and Marble Palace about 14.2 km. All are road journeys through busy suburbs, so allow travel time.
When is the best season to stay at OYO Hotel Uchhash?
November to February is the most comfortable time to stay at OYO Hotel Uchhash, with mild, dry weather. Durga Puja falls in autumn and Kali Puja in October or November; check the current year's dates. The monsoon, roughly June to September, brings heavy rain and waterlogging, while April and May are hot. Rooms at the hotel are air conditioned.
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