In this beautiful city which is famous for its culture and tradition lies this hotel and proudly is a well known hotel for its luxury and unbeatable hospitality. The Oberoi Grand is affectionately known as the ‘Grande Dame of Calcutta’. The Oberoi Grand’s neo-classical façade and grand pillared entrance mark a successful fusion of classical and traditional Indian style and reflect the city’s colonial heritage which makes it a luxury hotel. Located in Chowringhee, the heart of Calcutta’s commercial district and shopping centre, the hotel makes an impressive, luxurious and convenient base for a business trip.
The Oberoi Grand is the premier business hotel in Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, characterized by its old world charm and gracious hospitality. The hotel is centrally located in the main business and shopping district of Kolkata (Park Street, BBD Bag, Chowringhee).
Cool green marble floors, Corinthian columns, balustrades, classical pediments and palms all add to an air of turn-of-the-century colonial grandeur. All 213 rooms and suites convey the same sense of space, elegance and gracious living, while providing every convenience that the modern traveller has come to expect.
Impeccable Oberoi standard service, fine dining in Indian and Thai speciality restaurants, a world class Banyan Tree spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre and 21st century communications make the Oberoi Grand the number one hotel in Calcutta.
ACCOMMODATION
All the rooms and suites at The Oberoi Grand are well presented and elegantly furnished and offer impeccable service. 130 Superior Rooms have city views, in-room entertainment (DVD), direct dialling, dataport and 24hour in-room dining. 36 Premium rooms are the same size, but face the gardens. All 41 Deluxe rooms look onto the swimming pool and have a large worktable with fax machine, DVD player. Breakfast and airport transfers are included in the price of Deluxe rooms. The 3 Junior Suites, each 51 square metres, feature king size beds and teak wood flooring, dining table, two balconies overlooking the pool and garden.
Each suite also has a large worktable with fax machine and Satellite TV with DVD player. The 3 Executive Suites, each 71 square metres look out over the palm-fringed courtyard and pool. They have teak floors, a king size four poster bed, separate living room, walk-in closet and two balconies, CD player and fax machine, safe in room. Return airport transfers and breakfast are included in the daily rate. There are 3 Deluxe Suites at The Oberoi Grand, each 84 square metres. These suites feature a king size four poster bed with teak wood floors, drawing room/dining room and three balconies which overlook the courtyard and swimming pool. CD and DVD players, fax, breakfast and return airport transfers are included in the price of the suite.
DINNING
La Terrasse - La Terrasse is a French Brasserie style restaurant offering a range of international cuisine from a buffet which is open very early and closes very late. Bright and cheerful, La Terrasse will cater for every taste at more or less any time of day.
Baan Thai - open 12.30pm-2.30pm Lunch 7.30pm-11.30pm Dinner
For an authentic taste of Thailand, visit Baan Thai. Widely recognised as the premier Thai restaurant in the City.
Chowringhee Bar and Tea Lounge - Relax here before or after dinner with friends, colleagues and a selection of fine wines, beers and spirits. Private dinners and banquets can be arranged at the hotel.
24 hour in-room dining is available throughout the hotel.
SERVICES & FACILITIES
A 24hour business centre fully equipped with modern facilities includes a meeting room, secretarial and courier services, photocopier, fax, PC, Internet, email and document binding. The spectacular Ballroom at The Oberoi Grand is ideal for large conferences and receptions and accommodates up to 800. Three meeting rooms, including a board room, are suitable for smaller business gatherings and seminars. The hotel offers a satellite teleconferencing facility.
All guest rooms feature dual line direct dialling with dataport and voicemail, and an executive workdesk. Deluxe rooms have a dedicated fax machine.
Microphone, Collar Mike (with wire), Cordless mike (hand held or collar), Extra Carousel Tray, Laser Pointer, Slide projector with screen, Metallic OHP with screen, LCD projector with screen, Screen (4*4), Screen (8*6), Back projection Screen with masking, Desktop Computer with monitor, Monitor, Television, VCR (multisystem), Stereo System (Tape Deck-50 watts), Stereo System (CD & Tape Deck-500 watts), Audio recording per hour, Video recording per cassette, Spot Light, Spot Light halogen, Videoscope VHS Cassette, Videoscope U-Matic Cassette, Data projector for computer projection, Beta player.
Other facilities are Spa, Fitness Swimming Pool, Open 6am to 9pm, The outdoor swimming pool at The Oberoi Grand is an oasis of peace and quiet in the middle of a busy city. Drinks and snacks are available at the poolside bar. Use of the pool is free to guests.