Your stay — Yashasvi Inn
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Bipad Tarini Chandi Bari (911 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sri Srirup Siddhanti Gaudiya Sevashram (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sri Sri Haridas Meyh (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sri Nilacala Gaudiya matj (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Swami Parvananda Museum — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use authorised forex dealers or bank ATMs in Puri town; avoid airport and tourist-bureau kiosks near the Jagannath Temple for worse rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and larger shops; street vendors and small eateries expect cash. Mobile pay (Google Pay, PhonePe) is widespread at many local establishments.
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service; taxis: no tip expected but a 10-20 INR note for helpful drivers; hotel staff: 20-50 INR for porters/cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local stall or small café: 20-30 INR.
Thali meal at a basic eatery: 80-120 INR.
Simple veg curry with rice or roti: 100-150 INR for a main.
Near the beach and around Jagannath Temple: vendors sell chaat, samosas, and spicy puffed rice; look for local 'dhaba' stalls on Grand Road.
Local grocery shops (kirana stores) are common; there is no budget supermarket chain concentrated in this specific area.
Markets near the temple and along the beach road: cotton kurtas, saris, and beachwear at negotiable prices.
Auto-rickshaws charge 50-100 INR for short hops; shared cycle-rickshaws are cheaper. From Bhubaneswar airport, take the government bus to Puri (approx 100 INR) or a shared jeep for 150-200 INR.
Eat at thali joints near the temple instead of beachside restaurants; haggle at local markets for souvenirs; use public buses or walk to explore the small area.
Good to know — Puri
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.44 · INR
Emergency Contacts
PuriFor tourist assistance, dial 1363 (toll-free). For coast guard or beach emergencies, call 1554. Local hospital: District Headquarters Hospital, Puri – 06752-222042.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Puri, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Yashasvi Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) → Marchikote Inn, Puri
💡 Prepaid taxi counters outside arrivals charge ₹1500–₹1800. Avoid touts offering rides for less — they often detour to commission shops. Uber and Ola operate in Bhubaneswar but drop you at the airport gate; drivers may cancel long trips to Puri.
Bhubaneswar Railway Station → Puri Railway Station
💡 Trains like 18410 or 58412 are reliable. From Puri station, Marchikote Inn is a 1.5 km walk or ₹30 auto ride. Avoid rickshaws from station forecourt — walk 50m outside for honest fares.
Puri City Centre (Marchikote Inn area) → Jagannath Temple / Puri Beach
💡 Agree on fare before boarding. Short hops within town cost ₹20–₹50. For temple visits, ask the driver to drop at the 'Lion's Gate' (Simhadwar) — closest to Marchikote Inn. Auto drivers often ask double for tourists, so use local rates as reference.
Bhubaneswar Bus Stand (Baramunda) → Puri Bus Stand (Gundicha)
💡 AC buses are marked 'BBSR-PURI' and stop at Baramunda. From Puri bus stand, Marchikote Inn is a 10-minute auto rickshaw ride (₹50–₹80). Non-AC buses cost ₹40 but are crowded and slower.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Yashasvi Inn?
Check-in at Yashasvi Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Yashasvi Inn?
Thali meal at a basic eatery: 80-120 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Yashasvi Inn?
Auto-rickshaws charge 50-100 INR for short hops; shared cycle-rickshaws are cheaper. From Bhubaneswar airport, take the government bus to Puri (approx 100 INR) or a shared jeep for 150-200 INR.
Top Attractions in Puri
💡 Go half an hour before sunset – you get the temple in golden light. The rooftop is quiet mid-afternoon. Ask the librarian to show you the 400-year-old palm-leaf manuscripts if you're curious about Odia script.
💡 Walk north past the fishing boats at dawn – you'll see the sun rise over the sea and dodge the hawkers. The light is best for photos. Avoid swimming: rip currents are common.
💡 Go at sunset for the atmosphere, but stay quiet and respectful. Remove your shoes before the paved area. Locals sell small clay lamps (diyas) for 5 rupees – light one and set it on the water as an offering.
💡 Take a shared auto-rickshaw from Puri (30-40 rupees per person) – it's cheaper than a taxi. Visit at low tide to see the river join the sea safely. No swimming, but wading is fine. Bring your own water – no shops on site.
💡 Visit early morning around 5am to see the Mangala Aarti from the library rooftop (free). Avoid midday heat and crowds. For a small donation, priests offer guided explanations of the carvings.