Dein Aufenthalt — Ivory
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Das Eigentum — Ivory
The Ivory is a no-nonsense 3-star hotel on Sudder Street, Kolkata’s backpacker strip. Its lobby is small, tiled and functional, with a reception desk and a few tired armchairs; the main draw is location and price. This place suits budget travellers who plan to be out exploring all day and just need a clean, central room to sleep in.
Chroniken von Kolkata
Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) rose as the capital of British India in the late 18th century, built on the marshy east bank of the Hooghly River. Its architecture is a layered jumble: grand Victorian boulevards, crumbling Raj-era mansions, and dense bazaars. Today its cultural identity is fiercely intellectual and artistic—the city of Tagore, Satyajit Ray and endless adda (intellectual chat). Despite losing the national capital in 1911, it remains India’s cultural nerve centre and a place where the past and present collide on every street corner.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Kolkata-Guide →Die besten Monate
November to February: cool, dry weather (12-25°C), clear skies, and manageable crowds. Ideal for sightseeing and walking.
Peak / Festival Surge
October to January: Durga Puja (Oct/Nov) and Christmas/New Year see hotel prices spike 30-50%. Durga Puja is the biggest, with pandals and processions filling the city; book months ahead for normal rates.
Budget Schulter Saison
March and October: before the monsoon and after the peak winter rush. Milder weather, hotel discounts of 20-30%, and fewer tourists.
Wetter & Verpackung
Kolkata’s monsoon (June-September) is intense—heavy downpours and 90% humidity. Pack a lightweight raincoat, waterproof shoes, and an umbrella; leave leather bags and suede trainers at home.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Kolkata
- Kolkata Metro’s new East-West corridor (Salt Lake to Sealdah) opened fully in 2025, reducing cross-city travel time by an hour. Sudder Street is within walking distance of the Esplanade interchange.
- The city banned all plastic bags under 75 microns from January 2026; carry a reusable cloth bag for shopping, as vendors may not offer plastic.
- Monsoon 2026 forecast by IMD predicts near-normal rainfall; expect waterlogging on key roads like Chowringhee and Park Street for a few hours after heavy rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ivory, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the third floor facing the courtyard or rear of the building. The higher position reduces street-level noise from Chandi Ghosh Road, and the rear aspect avoids the main traffic flow.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the first floor or those directly overlooking Chandi Ghosh Road. Ground-level rooms catch exhaust fumes, honking, and foot traffic from the street.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing away from Chandi Ghosh Road offer a view over Kolkata’s low-rise rooftops or local neighbourhood activity. No significant landmark views are likely from a 3-star hotel on this road.
Quietest floors
Third floor and above are quieter. The third floor offers a good balance of lift access and reduced street noise without significant sounds from the roof or lift machinery.
🔊 Noise notes
Chandi Ghosh Road is a secondary arterial road with consistent auto-rickshaw, taxi, and pedestrian traffic. Expect honking and engine noise during daytime, tapering after midnight but not silent. Service access or alley noise may also affect rear rooms if bins are collected early.
Insider tips
If you have a vehicle, ask the front desk about any informal overnight parking arrangement—Chandi Ghosh Road can be congested for parking. Request a room on the third floor or higher when booking by phone or direct message, as online systems may not allow floor selection for a 3-star property.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Ivory
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps per device) for all guests. A premium tier (10 Mbps, INR 300/day) available at the front desk. No login portal – key in room number.
Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary physical copies of The Times of India and The Economic Times at the lobby reception, weekday mornings only. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 09:00 if rooms are unready. Late check-out until 18:00 costs INR 1,000; after 18:00 full night charge.
Complimentary at the front desk for same-day arrivals or departures.
Step-free entrance via a ramp at the side door. Lift to all floors. No grab bars or accessible bathrooms in guest rooms.
On-site unguarded parking for 6 cars, free for guests on a first-come, first-served basis. Nearest public car park is 400 m away at Southern Avenue (INR 100/night). No EV charging.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night's room rate required at booking; a refundable incidental hold of INR 2,000 taken via card imprint at check-in.
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Hindu temple: Moore Avenue (521 m · ~7 min walk)
- Hindu temple: 97 Pally Bharat Mata (579 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Gouria moth (596 m · ~7 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Putiary Club (675 m · ~8 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Wireless Park — 234 m · ~3 min walk
Film Memorabilia Display Museum চলচ্চিত্র সংগ্রহ প্রদর্শন কেন্দ্র — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Kudghat Bus Stand — 275 m · ~3 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs from State Bank of India or ICICI for best rates; avoid exchange counters at the airport and tourist bureaux — rates are poor and fees are high.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants and larger shops; small eateries, street vendors and taxis expect cash, and contactless is rare outside branded chains.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge added; taxis: round up the fare or leave ₹20–₹50; hotel porters: ₹50–₹100 per bag.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A small filter coffee (south Indian style) from a local stall or chain outlet costs around ₹20–₹40.
A thali (rice, dal, veg curry, papad) at a no-frills veg restaurant costs ₹80–₹120.
A main dish like biryani or fish curry at a modest local restaurant runs ₹120–₹200.
For cheap eats, head to the streets around College Street or Shyambazar; look for puchka (pani puri), kathi rolls and jhal muri from ₹10–₹40 per serving.
Budget supermarket chains in the area include BigBazaar (part of Future Group) and local Spencers or Reliance Fresh outlets.
Affordable shopping is at New Market (central Kolkata) or local street bazaars like Gariahat — expect haggling and prices ₹200–₹800 for basic garments.
Cheapest way around is the Kolkata Metro (single ride ₹5–₹25) and public buses (₹10–₹20 per trip). From the airport, take the bus (₹30–₹50) to Esplanade or use the Metro (if open); otherwise a prepaid taxi sets you back around ₹250–₹400.
Always drink bottled or filtered water. Eat at thali joints rather than tourist-oriented cafes. Avoid auto-rickshaws without a fixed fare — agree on price before boarding.
Gut zu wissen — Kolkata
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Emergency Contacts
KolkataIn Kolkata, India, dial 100 for police, 102 for ambulance, and 101 for fire services. For tourist assistance, contact the West Bengal Tourism office or your hotel concierge. Major hospitals include SSKM Hospital and Fortis Hospital.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kolkata, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ivory
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 125 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Airport Station → Rabindra Sarovar Station (3 min walk to hotel)
💡 Most economical option; download KolkataMetro app for tickets; avoid rush hours; clean and air-conditioned
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport → Esplanade Bus Terminal (800m from hotel)
💡 Budget-friendly; confirm drop point location; luggage space limited; slower but scenic route through city
Esplanade Tram Terminus → Rabindra Sarovar Tram Stop (adjacent to hotel)
💡 Iconic heritage experience; requires metro/bus to reach Esplanade first; vintage charm; ideal for tourists; minimal luggage recommended
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) → ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
💡 Pre-book through hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; avoid peak traffic hours (8-10 AM, 5-8 PM)
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Ivory?
Ask for a room on the third floor facing the courtyard or rear of the building. The higher position reduces street-level noise from Chandi Ghosh Road, and the rear aspect avoids the main traffic flow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ivory?
Steer clear of rooms on the first floor or those directly overlooking Chandi Ghosh Road. Ground-level rooms catch exhaust fumes, honking, and foot traffic from the street.
Is Ivory noisy?
Chandi Ghosh Road is a secondary arterial road with consistent auto-rickshaw, taxi, and pedestrian traffic. Expect honking and engine noise during daytime, tapering after midnight but not silent. Service access or alley noise may also affect rear rooms if bins are collected early.
Which rooms have the best views at Ivory?
Upper-floor rooms facing away from Chandi Ghosh Road offer a view over Kolkata’s low-rise rooftops or local neighbourhood activity. No significant landmark views are likely from a 3-star hotel on this road.
What are insider tips for staying at Ivory?
If you have a vehicle, ask the front desk about any informal overnight parking arrangement—Chandi Ghosh Road can be congested for parking. Request a room on the third floor or higher when booking by phone or direct message, as online systems may not allow floor selection for a 3-star property.
What time is check-in at Ivory?
Check-in at Ivory is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ivory have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps per device) for all guests. A premium tier (10 Mbps, INR 300/day) available at the front desk. No login portal – key in room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ivory?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ivory?
A thali (rice, dal, veg curry, papad) at a no-frills veg restaurant costs ₹80–₹120.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ivory?
Cheapest way around is the Kolkata Metro (single ride ₹5–₹25) and public buses (₹10–₹20 per trip). From the airport, take the bus (₹30–₹50) to Esplanade or use the Metro (if open); otherwise a prepaid taxi sets you back around ₹250–₹400.
When is the best time to visit Kolkata?
November to February: cool, dry weather (12-25°C), clear skies, and manageable crowds. Ideal for sightseeing and walking.
Top-Attraktionen in Kolkata
💡 Order a black coffee and a plate of singara (samosa). Sit upstairs near the balcony for atmosphere. Go before 11am to avoid the noisy lunch rush. Cash only.
💡 Enter through the north gate near the metro station to avoid the main queue. Best before 10am or after 4pm when the light softens. Free entry to gardens.
💡 Go early morning (around 7–9am) when the potters are most active. Autumn (Aug–Oct) is peak season. Don't take close-up photos without asking. Free entry – just walk around.
💡 Come at sunset for the best light. Avoid weekends when it gets crowded with families. Walk south along the river wall for quieter stretches. Free entry.
💡 Buy a combined ticket for the main building and the anthropology wing. Go on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. Entry is ₹75 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners – no free entry but very cheap.