Hotel comparison · Howrah
Downing Hall vs Hostel 14
A side-by-side look at rooms, location, facilities and value — so you can book the right one with confidence.
★★★Downing Hall
★★★Hostel 14
Star rating
★★★
★★★
City
Howrah
Howrah
Address
Howrah
Howrah
Check-in / out
15:00 / 11:00
15:00 / 11:00
Best rooms
Request a room on a higher floor, preferably above the 5th floor, as the hotel's lower floors may experience more street noise from the surrounding area. Additionally, consider requesting a room away from the lift, as the sound of the lift can be audible on lower floors.
Request a room on the higher floors (above 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience more street noise from the Howrah area. Consider rooms on the east or west sides of the building for a quieter experience, as the city's main thoroughfares are on the north side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially near the lift, as they may be noisier due to street traffic and lift operations.
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st to 3rd) near the service entrance or lift, as these areas may be noisier due to staff activity and potential foot traffic.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Free Wi-Fi with a speed of 100 Mbps, no login constraints, available in all areas
Parking
On-site parking available, INR 200 per night; nearest public car park at INR 50 per hour, 0.5 km away; no EV charging
On-site parking available at Rs. 100 per night, limited spaces; nearby public car park at 'Howrah Park' costs Rs. 50 per night; no EV charging facilities
Best-value lunch nearby
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