Pallavi International Hotel

About Pallavi International Hotel

Pallavi International Hotel suits first-time visitors who want to base a Kolkata trip in the Park Street area and walk to several major sights. The address at 10 E Hungerford St Picasso Bithi puts the Maidan, the Indian Museum and the city's best-known restaurants within easy reach. Guests who prefer a simple, well-placed base over a large resort-style property will find the location does much of the work. The hotel is a practical choice for a short city break, a first visit or a trip built around sightseeing and meals out.

This is a three-star hotel with a guest score of 3.7 out of 5 from 629 reviews. The rating suggests a dependable mid-range stay rather than a luxury one, and the facilities cover the basics: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, parking and family rooms. The building is on a side street off the Park Street area, so the stay is city-focused. Expect to use the room as a base and to spend time out in the neighbourhood. Confirm specific room arrangements and arrival details with the property before booking.

Location and neighbourhood

Park Street, officially Mother Teresa Sarani, is central Kolkata's restaurant and evening district. The area facts place Flurys, Peter Cat, Mocambo and Trincas here, along with the Asiatic Society and the South Park Street Cemetery. The street itself is busy with traffic and foot traffic, while the side lanes Camac Street, Middleton Row and Russell Street feel more local. Sudder Street and Free School Street, the budget lanes to the north, add a mix of small businesses and places to eat. The hotel sits among these streets, close to the Maidan.

From the hotel, Park Street is 0.9 km away in a straight line and walkable by road. St Paul's Cathedral is 0.8 km, South Park Street Cemetery 0.9 km, Victoria Memorial 1.2 km and the Indian Museum 1.4 km. The Maidan metro station is 0.7 km and Rabindra Sadan 1 km. Esplanade is 2.2 km, a 15 to 25 minute road journey. Howrah station and Sealdah station need a cab or bus. Use walking for the near sights and a short ride for the stations.

Mornings in this part of Park Street are relatively calm, with office traffic building later and the Maidan open for an early walk. Evenings bring diners to Park Street and the side streets, when the restaurants and cafés fill. During Durga Puja and the Christmas period, the area becomes much busier, with lights on Park Street and Allen Park from mid-December to New Year. Festival dates move each year, so check the current year's dates with West Bengal Tourism before planning around them. Allow extra time for road journeys in those weeks.

Rooms and facilities

For business travellers, the room facilities include a desk, Wi-Fi and air conditioning, which cover basic work needs. The 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals and early departures, and parking is available for those bringing a car. The hotel is three-star, so expect straightforward comfort rather than extensive business services. Ask the property about Wi-Fi strength in the room and whether a quiet room away from the street is possible. Confirm parking space before arrival if a vehicle is part of the trip.

Families can request the family rooms and use the 24-hour front desk for help at any hour. The rooms include a bathroom, toiletries, a TV and a fan alongside air conditioning. These are practical basics for a city stay, not resort facilities. Late arrivals should confirm reception arrangements and check-in times directly with the property before travel. The address on E Hungerford St Picasso Bithi is a side-street location, so ask for clear arrival instructions if reaching after dark.

Kolkata's heat and humidity make air conditioning important from March to May, and again in the monsoon. A fan is also listed, which helps in milder months. The monsoon runs roughly June to September, with heavy rain and waterlogging after downpours; keep road journeys flexible and carry rain protection. Confirm check-in and check-out times, payment methods, and any deposit or identification requirements with the property before booking. Ask what is provided in the bathroom and whether extra bedding is available for family rooms.

Getting there

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is near Dum Dum, about 15.4 km from the hotel in a straight line. By road the journey takes roughly 45 to 75 minutes, depending on traffic. Use a metered yellow Ambassador taxi or an app cab from the airport ranks; insist on the meter in a yellow taxi. The airport is also served by Jai Hind Bimanbandar metro station on the Yellow Line. Metro services are expanding, so check Metro Railway Kolkata for current routes and hours before relying on the metro with luggage.

Howrah station is 4.5 km away in a straight line, a 20 to 35 minute road journey depending on traffic. Sealdah station is 2.9 km away, about 15 to 25 minutes by road. Both are major railway stations, so allow extra time at peak hours and for security checks. A pre-booked app cab or a metered taxi is the simplest option with luggage. Buses also run in the area, but routes and stops change; ask the hotel desk for current local advice.

The nearest metro stations are Maidan at 0.7 km and Rabindra Sadan at 1 km. Both are on the Blue Line, which runs north to south through Esplanade, Park Street, Kalighat and Dakshineswar. For airport travel, use the Blue Line to connect with the Yellow Line where services allow, and check Metro Railway Kolkata for current interchange details. The metro is useful for avoiding road traffic during office hours and festival weeks. Walk to Maidan or Rabindra Sadan in cooler hours, or take a short cab ride with luggage.

Food and sights near Pallavi International Hotel

St Paul's Cathedral is 0.8 km away, a short walk by road. The cathedral was consecrated in 1847 and is a place of worship, so dress modestly. South Park Street Cemetery is 0.9 km away, opened in 1767, and gives a sense of the city's colonial past through its tombs and paths. Both sights are close enough to combine in one morning. Check the cathedral office for current visiting times.

Victoria Memorial is 1.2 km away and walkable by road across the Maidan area. The white Makrana marble building dates from 1906 to 1921 and has 64 acres of grounds; the museum is closed Mondays and some national holidays, so check Victoria Memorial Hall before visiting. The Indian Museum is 1.4 km away, founded in 1814 and described as the oldest museum in India. Both are major indoor stops, useful in hot or rainy weather. Allow a half day for either one rather than trying to rush both.

Park Street food and music is 0.9 km away. The area facts name Flurys, Peter Cat, Mocambo and Trincas, and the street is known for evening dining. For lighter meals and snacks, the city's food culture includes phuchka, kathi rolls and Kolkata biryani; Nizam's near New Market is credited with the original kathi roll. Browse the side streets Camac Street, Middleton Row and Russell Street, or walk through Allen Park during the Christmas lights season. Confirm current opening days for individual restaurants and venues.

• St Paul’s Cathedral (800 m)
• Park Street food & music (900 m)
• South Park Street Cemetery (950 m)
• Victoria Memorial (1.2 km)
• Indian Museum (1.4 km)

A day from Pallavi International Hotel

Start with St Paul's Cathedral, 0.8 km from the hotel and walkable by road. After that, continue to South Park Street Cemetery at 0.9 km; the two are close enough to link on foot. Keep the pace slow in hot weather and carry water. The cemetery opened in 1767 and rewards a quiet walk among its tombs. Check the cemetery office for current visiting times before setting out. Return toward the hotel for a rest before the afternoon.

In the afternoon, choose one major museum rather than both. The Indian Museum is 1.4 km away, while Victoria Memorial is 1.2 km away; both are walkable by road but a short cab is sensible in heat or rain. Victoria Memorial's museum is closed Mondays and some national holidays, so check Victoria Memorial Hall in advance. The Indian Museum was founded in 1814. Allow a half day for the one chosen, with time for the grounds or galleries.

In the evening, walk to Park Street food and music, 0.9 km away. The area facts list Flurys, Peter Cat, Mocambo and Trincas, so there are choices for a meal or a coffee. For a simple route back, use Maidan metro at 0.7 km or Rabindra Sadan at 1 km if the evening is late. Confirm restaurant opening days and whether a reservation is needed. Keep the evening flexible in festival weeks, when Park Street is busier and road traffic slower.

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 and Allen Park have lights from mid-December to New Year. Festival dates move each year, so check the current year's dates with West Bengal Tourism. Weekday arrivals avoid the worst office traffic. Confirm check-in and check-out times directly with the property before travel. Ask about cancellation terms and identification requirements at the time of booking.

November to February is the most comfortable season for this Park Street base. December and January have highs in the mid-20s °C, and February is pleasant for walking to the Maidan, Victoria Memorial and the Indian Museum. March warms up, and April and May are hot and humid, often above 35 °C, with evening storms. The monsoon runs roughly June to September, heaviest in July. October rains taper off. Winter mornings can be hazy with poor air quality, so plan indoor museum time if needed.

Carry cash for taxis, markets and street food, although cards and UPI are widely accepted in hotels, malls and restaurants. Use the meter in yellow Ambassador taxis and agree app cab details before setting off. Drink bottled or filtered water and carry a refillable bottle in hot weather. Dress modestly at places of worship such as St Paul's Cathedral and any temple visited. Check Metro Railway Kolkata for current metro hours, and check Indian Railways for train times before station journeys. Keep journey buffers in monsoon and festival weeks.

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