List Of Government Hotels In East India Starting From Rs. 200 A Night
East India is a spectacularly beautiful region which can be explored by backpackers and families alike. From remote villages, lush jungles and natural caves to holy temples, ancient structures and colorful festivals, the region is loaded with magnificent attractions every traveler would love to explore. Though the area hasn’t yet caught travelers’ fancy, yet if you like unique experiences, there’s a whole different world full of surprises awaiting you in this part of the country. And if you are a traveler on a budget, we have definitely got you covered! The following list is an assortment of budget hotels near major tourist spots in the eastern states of Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha. These government hotels combine comfort, luxury, and budget making your trip to India’s east wonderland hassle-free.
1. Hotel Kautilaya Vihar, Patna
Image Source: flickr.com
Nestled in the heart of the capital city, Patna, Hotel Kautilaya Vihar offers various types of accommodation facilities- from suites and club rooms to non-AC rooms and stays in a dormitory, ideal for those backpackers. The restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine and the bar too remains well-stocked. Tour and travel services, accessibility as a boarding point tourist buses and a lush-green lawn space make a stay at this hotel very convenient.
Location? R-Block, Tourist Building, Beer Chand Patel Path, Patna, Bihar 800001
Starting Price? INR 200 per bed in the dormitory, Rooms starting at INR 1000
Tourist Spots near Hotel Kautilaya Vihar? Golghar, Patna Museum, Agam Kuan, Jalan Museum, Sanjay Gandhi Botanical Garden, Patna Planetarium, Sri Krishna Science Centre, Kumrahar
2. Sujata Vihar, Bodh Gaya
Image Source: wikimedia.org
Located within close proximity to the main Bodhi temple, Sujata Vihar offers economy and luxury rooms along with traditional hospitality. The restaurant in the hotel is best to have traditional Indian cuisines. The hotel is located near major tourist hubs and the friendly staff helps the visitors with transport services making your overall experience very convenient.
Location? Tourist Complex, Bodh Gaya 824231
Starting Price? INR 150 per bed in the dormitory, Room starting at INR 750
Tourist Spots near Sujata Vihar? Mahabodhi Temple, Great Buddha Statue, Tibetan Refugee Market, Bodhi Tree, Thai Monastery, Muchalinda Lake, Royal Bhutan Monastery, Brahmayoni Temple, Cankamana, Chinese Temple, Indosan Nippon Japanese Temple
3. Hotel Birsa Vihar, Ranchi
Image Source: wikimedia.org
Contemporary amenities, splendid architecture and lush greenery make Hotel Birsa Vihar a favorite among travelers. The hotel is located just minutes away from key attractions and prominent shopping spots. Unique historical elements and pieces of art combine to give a unique character to this nineteenth century renovated palace. A modern restaurant serving all basic cuisines is an added benefit of staying at this hotel.
Location? 5, Tourist Complex, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Opposite to Ranchi Club, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834001
Starting Price? INR 1500
Tourist Spots near Hotel Birsa Vihar? Jagannath Temple, Tagore Hill, Pahari Mandir, Kanke Dam, Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park, Panch Gagh Falls, Ranchi Lake, Sun Temple, Birsa Zoological Park, Hudru Falls, Dasham Falls
4. The Kannelite (Hotel Sakchi Vihar), Jamshedpur
Image Source: booking.com
A 3-star hotel offering free Wi-Fi, sauna, air-conditioned guest rooms, and rooms with panoramic city views at such a reasonable cost makes The Kannelite a preferred accommodation option among tourists. In addition to a multi-cuisine restaurant, the hotel comes with a gym, banquet hall, spa salon, party lawn, and an open terrace restaurant. What makes your stay at this hotel even better is the modernized infrastructure, warm service culture, round the clock in-room dining, and the in-room jacuzzi best to go for after a tiring day exploring the city’s attractions.
Location? The Kannelite, Jamshedpur, Hotel Sakchi Vihar, besides Sakchi Police Station, Sakchi, Jamshedpur-831001
Starting Price? INR 3499
Tourist Spots near The Kannelite? Jubilee Park, Tata Steel Zoological Park, Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, Dimna Lake, Hudco Lake, Jayanti Sarovar, Rankini Mandir
5. Udayachal Tourist Lodge, Kolkata
Image Source: wbtdcl.com
Nestled at Salt Lake in Kolkata, Udayachal Tourist Lodge offers both AC and non-AC rooms along with a multi-cuisine restaurant and an air-conditioned bar. The lodge is located in close proximity to the main transport hub of the area and IT business hub of Kolkata making it a convenient stay option for tourists as well as business travelers. Expect modern amenities with stunning decor and stellar views of the neighboring hills as you plan your stay here.
Location? DG Block, Sector-II, Salt Lake, Kolkata-700091
Starting Price? INR 1100
Tourist Spots near Udayachal Tourist Lodge? Nicco Park, Nalban Park, Salt Lake Central Park, Aquatica, Banabitan Biodiversity Park, East Kolkata Wetlands, Vidyasagar Setu
6. Darjeeling Tourist Lodge, Darjeeling
Image Source: wbtdcl.com
With balconies overlooking the hotel’s lush green lawn, tea estates, and Eastern Himalayan Range, and rooms suiting both budget and luxury travelers, Darjeeling Tourist Lodge offers comfortable lodging options. The lawn has a small hut usually used as a bar or barbeque spot, and a water fountain that adds to the beauty of the lawn. An in-house restaurant serves Chinese and Indian cuisines and the bar lounge is stocked with alcoholic drinks. The 2-star property is one of the best when it comes to budget accommodations and its closeness to Chowrasta Mall is an added advantage of staying here.
Location? Bhanu Sarani Post, Chauk Bazaar, Darjeeling, West Bengal 734101
Starting Price? INR 1400
Tourist Spots near Darjeeling Tourist Lodge? Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Ghum Monastery, Peace Pagoda, Tenzing Rock, Japanese Buddhist Temple, Happy Valley Tea Estate, Tiger Hill, Bengal Natural History Museum, Bhutia Busty Monastery
7. Mainak Tourist Lodge, Siliguri
Image Source: wbtdcl.com
Located on the hill cart road, Mainak Tourist Lodge provides accommodation facility in suites along with large and small rooms. A conference hall, multi-cuisine restaurant, centrally air-conditioned lodge, and a conference hall makes a stay at this lodge hassle-free. Positioned close to the city center near NH 31, Mainak Tourist Lodge is one of the leading hotels in Siliguri. Expect a unique waterfall and lavish garden that will make your stay heavenly here.
Location? Hill Card Road, Ward 2, Pradhan Nagar, Siliguri, West Bengal 734001
Starting Price? INR 1600
Tourist Spots near Mainak Tourist Lodge? Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Savin Kingdom, Salugara Monastery, Bengal Safari, ISKCON Temple
8. Panthanivas, Bhubaneswar
Image Source: panthanivas.com
AC restaurant, AC conference hall, sightseeing tours, cars and buses on rent, convention hall, conference room, and air-conditioned rooms is what this Bhubaneshwar hotel has in store. Nestled on the Lewis Road, this property is just 5 kilometers away from the international airport in Bhubaneshwar and 3.5 kilometers away from the Bhubaneshwar Railway Station making it easily accessible for tourists from across the world. If you wish to take in the traditional vibes of the "Temple City of India", staying in Panthanivas is sure to enhance your experience.
Location? Near BJB College, Lewis Rd, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751014
Starting Price? INR 1600
Tourist Spots near Panthanivas? Lingaraja Temple, Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Rajarani Temple, Dhauli, Odisha State Museum, Parashurameshvara Temple
9. Yatrinivas, Konark
Image Source: wikipedia.org
Located just 1 kilometer away from the famous Konark Sun Temple and Konark bus stand, Yatrinivas offer 46 spacious and well-maintained rooms. These rooms are well-equipped with the basic amenities and conference room is perfect to organize business meetings. Apart from providing complimentary breakfast to all the guests, the hotel also provides special discounts to students, senior citizens and repeat visitors.
Location? SH 13 At Post Konark, Konark, 752111
Starting Price? INR 200 for Dormitory, INR 1150 for rooms
Tourist Spots near Yatrinivas? Konark Sun Temple, Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary, Ramachandi Beach, Chandrabhaga Sea Beach, Konark Museum, Archeological Museum, Konark Sea Beach
10. Panthanivas, Puri
Image Source: panthanivas.com
Located just 1 kilometer away from Puri Railway station and 2 kilometers away from Puri Bus stand, Panthanivas is a budget property offering spacious rooms for stay to national and international tourists. Rooms are equipped with basic facilities and the hotel also features a banquet hall along with providing travel assistance to the guests. Air-conditioned restaurant, bar, Garden Snack Bar and sightseeing tours are also offered here.
Location? Puri, Odisha 752002
Starting Price? INR 900
Tourist Spots near Panthanivas? Jagannath Temple, Puri Beach, Ramachandi Temple, Gundicha Temple, Swargadwar Road
Looking for basic facilities while exploring eastern India but don’t wish to spend a lot on accommodation? These hotels will let you discover the true local flavor without you having to spend a lot. Happy vacationing!
