About Hotel Ichamati
Hotel Ichamati is a two-star hotel in the Park Street area, aimed at first-time visitors who want to reach the sights and the restaurants on foot. The Indian Museum, New Market and the Park Street eating houses sit within a short walk, and the metro is close enough that a car is not needed for every trip. Rooms are air conditioned and family rooms are available, so the hotel works for couples, small families and anyone who would rather spend on meals and tickets than on a room.
This is a plain, practical city hotel rather than a place to linger. Expect a good position, a 24-hour front desk for late arrivals, room service and Wi-Fi, with little ceremony beyond that. The two-star rating sets the tone: the address does the work here, not the lobby. Travellers who treat a hotel as a base for long days out in Kolkata tend to get the most from it. Confirm check-in and check-out times with the property before booking travel.
Location and neighbourhood
Park Street, formally Mother Teresa Sarani, is the old entertainment street of central Kolkata. Flurys has been here since 1927, and Peter Cat, Mocambo and Trincas sit along the same stretch. The Asiatic Society, founded in 1784, stands nearby, and the South Park Street Cemetery, opened in 1767, is a short way south. Side streets such as Camac Street, Middleton Row and Russell Street run off the main road. To the north, Sudder Street and Free School Street hold the budget lanes. The Maidan and the Indian Museum are close by.
Several things can be done on foot. Park Street itself is 0.5 km away and walkable by road, the Indian Museum is 0.5 km, New Market 0.6 km, the South Park Street Cemetery 1.3 km and St Paul's Cathedral 1.7 km. Esplanade is 1 km on foot. The Victoria Memorial is 1.9 km and better reached by road in 15 to 25 minutes, especially in the heat. Howrah station and Sealdah station are both short rides. Treat the straight-line figures as a guide and add time for traffic.
Mornings here are quiet in the side streets and busier on the main road as offices open. Evenings bring the restaurants to life, with queues at the better-known places and music at some venues along the street. Christmas is the street's big moment, when lights run along Park Street and Allen Park from mid-December to New Year. Durga Puja, whose dates move each year, fills the centre with crowds and traffic, so allow more time for any ride. Check the current year's dates with West Bengal Tourism.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms come with air conditioning and Wi-Fi, which covers the two things most guests need first. A 24-hour front desk helps if a flight lands late or a train is delayed, and room service means a meal without going out again. Family rooms are listed, which matters in a city where triples are not always easy to find. Non-smoking rooms can be requested. The shuttle service is worth asking about when booking, since routes and timings are set by the property rather than by any city-wide scheme.
Kolkata's heat and monsoon decide how a room feels. April and May often go past 35 °C, and air conditioning is not a luxury here. Fans are also listed for guests who prefer them. The monsoon runs roughly June to September, heaviest in July, with waterlogging after downpours; at that time a working air conditioner and a safe for documents help. Bathrooms come with a shower or WC, towels and toiletries. Winter mornings can be hazy, so a room away from the road suits light sleepers.
Ask the property directly about check-in and check-out times, since these are best confirmed rather than assumed. Confirm what the shuttle service covers and whether it needs booking a day ahead. If a particular room type matters, such as a family room or a non-smoking room, request it in writing when booking. Ask about lift access and about accepted payment methods. Room service hours are worth checking on arrival. None of this takes long, and it avoids surprises at the desk after a long journey.
All 13 listed facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms
- Fan
- Free Wifi
- Internet access
- Non smoking rooms
- Room Service
- Safe
- Shuttle service
- TV
- Toiletries
- Wifi
Getting there
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) sits near Dum Dum, about 14.4 km from the hotel in a straight line, with a road time of 45 to 70 minutes depending on traffic. Prepaid taxis and app cabs are the straightforward options, and metered yellow Ambassador taxis also run the route. The airport is served by Jai Hind Bimanbandar metro station on the Yellow Line, though services are expanding, so check Metro Railway Kolkata before relying on it. Allow extra time in the morning and evening rush.
Howrah station, on the west bank of the Hooghly, is 3.3 km away in a straight line, or 15 to 30 minutes by road depending on the bridge and the traffic on it. Sealdah, on the east side of the centre, is 1.9 km and 15 to 25 minutes by road. Both are short rides rather than long transfers, which makes the hotel workable for arrivals by train. Fix the fare or the meter before setting off, and keep small notes and coins for the driver.
Park Street metro station on the Blue Line is 0.4 km away, and Esplanade is 1 km. The Blue Line runs north to south via Shyambazar, Girish Park, Central, Maidan, Rabindra Sadan and Kalighat, which covers most of the classic sightseeing. The Green Line links Esplanade with Howrah Maidan, Sealdah and Salt Lake Sector V, using the river tunnel that opened in 2024. Fares are set by Metro Railway Kolkata, so check current stations and hours before planning a day around the network.
| To | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | 550 m | walkable |
| Esplanade | 950 m | walkable |
| Victoria Memorial | 1.9 km | 15–25 minutes |
| Howrah station | 3.3 km | 15–30 minutes |
| Sealdah station | 1.9 km | 15–25 minutes |
| Kolkata airport (CCU) | 14.4 km | 45–70 minutes |
| Park Street metro | 400 m | walkable |
| Esplanade metro | 950 m | walkable |
Food and sights near Hotel Ichamati
The Indian Museum is 0.5 km away and the obvious first stop: founded in 1814, it is the oldest museum in India, and its collection fills more than one visit. New Market, opened in 1874 as Hogg Market, is 0.6 km away and good for a wander and for picking up supplies. The South Park Street Cemetery, opened in 1767, is 1.3 km off and worth an hour among the old tombs. St Paul's Cathedral, consecrated in 1847, is 1.7 km away.
Food is the reason many people choose this area. Flurys, on Park Street since 1927, is the place for breakfast and cakes. Peter Cat, Mocambo and Trincas are all on the same stretch, 0.5 km away, and cover Indian and Continental menus alongside evening music. Nizam's near New Market is credited with the original kathi roll. For something simpler, Indian Coffee House on College Street is a short ride. Kolkata biryani, phuchka and mishti doi are worth seeking out beyond the main road.
New Market covers shopping for most everyday needs, and Oxford Bookstore on Park Street suits a slower hour among books. The Maidan is close for an open walk, and the Victoria Memorial grounds are a longer stroll or a short ride. Evenings belong to Park Street: dinner, then a walk under the Christmas lights if the season is right. In festival weeks the same streets carry crowds and processions, so plan an early meal. Trams are reduced, so check before building a route around one.
- Indian Museum (500 m)
- Park Street food & music (550 m)
- New Market (600 m)
- South Park Street Cemetery (1.3 km)
- St Paul’s Cathedral (1.7 km)
A day from Hotel Ichamati
Start with breakfast on Park Street, 0.5 km away, then walk to the Indian Museum, also 0.5 km, and give it the morning. The Asiatic Society nearby is worth a look if the timing works. From the museum, New Market is 0.6 km and easy to fold in before lunch. Everything in this first stretch is on foot, which avoids the worst of the traffic. Carry water and a hat between March and June, when the heat builds quickly by mid-morning.
After lunch, take a ride to the Victoria Memorial, 1.9 km away, or 15 to 25 minutes by road. Its grounds cover 64 acres, and the museum closes on Mondays and some national holidays, so check before going. Alternatively walk south to the South Park Street Cemetery, 1.3 km, and St Paul's Cathedral, 1.7 km, both of which fit comfortably into an afternoon. A taxi between two stops saves time in the heat; insist on the meter first.
Return to the hotel area in the late afternoon and rest before dinner. The Park Street restaurants, 0.5 km away, fill from early evening, and booking ahead helps at weekends and in December. For a quieter evening, walk on the Maidan or take a short ride to Prinsep Ghat on Strand Road for the river. A ride to Howrah station takes 15 to 30 minutes, which matters if an overnight train comes next. Keep the evening loose in festival weeks, when roads close and traffic slows.
Booking tips and when to go
Book well ahead for Durga Puja, usually late September or October, and for the Christmas period, when Park Street draws crowds for the lights from mid-December to New Year. The International Kolkata Book Fair in late January or early February and the Dover Lane Music Conference in January also fill the centre. Weekdays are easier than weekends. Confirm check-in and check-out times with the property when booking, and ask for a non-smoking room or a family room if either matters. Festival dates move each year, so check the current year's dates.
November to February is the most comfortable time in this area. December and January bring highs in the mid-20s °C, cool enough for long walks to the Maidan, the Indian Museum and the Victoria Memorial. February stays pleasant. March warms into the low 30s, and April and May are hot and humid, often past 35 °C, with evening storms. The monsoon, roughly June to September, brings waterlogging after downpours. October rains tail off and November turns dry. Winter mornings can be hazy, with poor air quality.
Carry cash for taxis, markets and street food; cards and UPI are widely accepted in hotels, malls and restaurants. Use the meter in yellow Ambassador taxis, or book an app cab. Drink bottled water. Dress modestly at temples such as Kalighat, and remove shoes where required. Bengali is the local language, though Hindi and English are widely understood; dhonnobad means thank you. For anything that changes, including metro extensions, timetables and entry rules, check the official body concerned, such as Metro Railway Kolkata or West Bengal Tourism.
Hotel Ichamati: questions
Where is Hotel Ichamati in Kolkata?
Hotel Ichamati stands at Plaza Marquis St Marquis Apartment in the Park Street area of central Kolkata. Park Street itself is 0.5 km away and Esplanade 1 km, both walkable by road. The Indian Museum is 0.5 km from the hotel and New Market 0.6 km. The Maidan and the city's best-known restaurants are close by.
How far is Hotel Ichamati from Kolkata airport?
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is 14.4 km from Hotel Ichamati in a straight line. The drive to the Park Street area usually takes 45 to 70 minutes depending on traffic. Jai Hind Bimanbandar metro station on the Yellow Line serves the airport, and services are expanding, so check Metro Railway Kolkata before you set out.
Which railway stations are near Hotel Ichamati?
Sealdah station is 1.9 km from Hotel Ichamati, usually 15 to 25 minutes by road. Howrah station, on the west bank of the Hooghly, is 3.3 km away, a drive of 15 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. Kolkata station at Chitpur handles some long-distance and Bangladesh trains. Allow extra time in the morning and evening peaks.
Which metro stations are closest to Hotel Ichamati?
Park Street metro station on the Blue Line is 0.4 km from Hotel Ichamati, and Esplanade station is 1 km away. The Blue Line runs north to south through Shyambazar, Esplanade and Kalighat, and the Green Line connects Esplanade with Howrah Maidan and Salt Lake Sector V. Check Metro Railway Kolkata for current stations and hours.
What facilities does Hotel Ichamati provide?
Hotel Ichamati provides Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, room service, a shuttle service and family rooms. Rooms have a bathroom with shower and WC, toiletries and towels, a safe, a fan and a television, and non-smoking rooms are available. Ask the front desk about the shuttle service when you arrive.
Does Hotel Ichamati have family rooms?
Yes. Hotel Ichamati lists family rooms among its facilities, along with non-smoking rooms, air conditioning and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms come with a private bathroom, toiletries and towels. The Park Street location helps families on foot: the Indian Museum is 0.5 km away, New Market 0.6 km and the Maidan is close for open-air walks. Confirm the room layout with Hotel Ichamati when you book.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ichamati?
Check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ichamati are set by the hotel, so confirm them when you book and again before arrival. The front desk is staffed 24 hours, which helps if you arrive on a late flight or an overnight train into Howrah or Sealdah. Bring photo identification for each guest, as Indian hotels normally ask for it at registration.
What can you see near Hotel Ichamati?
The Indian Museum is 0.5 km from Hotel Ichamati, New Market 0.6 km and the Park Street restaurants 0.5 km. South Park Street Cemetery is 1.3 km away and St Paul's Cathedral 1.7 km. Victoria Memorial is 1.9 km, a walk of about 20 to 25 minutes across the Maidan. The museum at Victoria Memorial closes on Mondays and some national holidays.
When is the best time to stay at Hotel Ichamati?
November to February is the most comfortable season for a stay at Hotel Ichamati, with dry weather and cool mornings. December and January are the coolest months. Durga Puja falls in late September or October and the lunar dates move each year, so check the current year's dates. Monsoon rain runs roughly from June to September.
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