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Embassy HotelvsThe Oberoi Grand
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Oberoi Grand ranks significantly better than Embassy Hotel. The Oberoi Grand comes in at 93 with praise from 8 sources such as Condé Nast Traveler, Andrew Harper and Lonely Planet.
Embassy Hotel
Lonely Planet
27, Near Chandni Metro, Princep Street, Kolkata 700072, India
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
Lonely Planet "Most rooms in this old-time hotel are competently if unexotically adorned in Kolkata’s answer to New York’s triangular Flatiron Building." Full review
The Oberoi Grand
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Hideaway Report
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
15, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata 700013, India
From $56/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "The height of elegance, this impeccably maintained Victorian landmark in the center of town has an off-white facade and a rich marble and dark-wood interior." Full review
Rough Guide "The white Victorian facade of this luxurious hotel, established in 1938, is very much part of the fabric of the city."
Jetsetter "The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata is in the heart of Kolkata, walking distance from New Market and Shahid Minar." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Kolkata’s Oberoi is the grand old dame of hotels in north-east India." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Grand has been a source of civic pride and a landmark of social arrival for more than a century." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Evocative Victorian hotel conveniently located near the business district, Victoria Memorial and Eden Gardens." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"Though it has serious Head of State meetings credibility, the expert level of service extends to all guests. Perfectly situated for all of your outings in the city, its Raj lushness will soothe" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Passing through the almost hidden courtyard gateway, you’re transported from the chaos of Chowringhee Rd into a regal oasis of genteel calm that deserves every point on its five stars." Full review
