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Taj Bengal

Taj Bengal

Calcutta, India

One of Calcutta’s classic hotels, Taj Bengal has been a pillar of high-end hospitality and the favoured haunt of politicians, celebrities and royalty when they visit. As expected, the hotel boasts great leisure facilities including a wellness spa and outdoor swimming pool, and a butler service, should you need it.

OUR OPINION:

We particularly love the food scene at Taj Bengal, with options to suit every taste. The location is perfect for your exploration of Calcutta.

OUR RATING: First Class

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Rooms

The 200-plus rooms and suites are all equipped with modern facilities and comforts for the luxury traveller. Plush furnishings and marble bathrooms welcome you back after a day exploring. There are double and twin options at every level, and a stay in one of the Club rooms includes access to the lounge, where you can enjoy complimentary high tea and a daily happy hour.

Location

Set amongst lush gardens, the Taj looks out in all directions to the city around, with the racecourse and Victoria memorial within a very short walk. Calcutta’s main airport is around an hour and half’s drive.

Food and drink

Dine around the world at a choice of six restaurants offering Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Chinese specialties, or at the international all-day diner or pool side grill. You may wish to opt for something more local at the hotel’s resident Indian eatery and indulge on sweet treats at the in-house deli. For cocktails and a great selection of whiskies, the bar and lounge are an essential stop during your stay.

Tour ideas in Calcutta

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Taj Bengal as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

Location & places nearby

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    Alternative places to stay nearby

    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.

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      Religious sculptures on Potters Lane, Calcutta

      Calcutta Walking Tour

      Calcutta Walking Tour

      Calcutta Walks is a company run by three young men who love Calcutta and are keen to introduce others to the heart of the city that the tourist doesn't usually see.

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    • Food and photography in Calcutta
      Calcutta street food

      Food and photography in Calcutta

      Food and photography in Calcutta

      Calcutta is a melting pot of cultures, people and history. One of the best ways to really appreciate this is to eat your way through the range of food on offer and take lots of photos along the way.

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