Learn more

Back to Accommodation
Accommodation

Calcutta Bungalow

Calcutta, India
Luxury hotel banner
A restored 1920s townhouse in the centre of the Bengali area of Calcutta, the Calcutta Bungalow Bed & Breakfast offers six guest rooms, all beautifully curated by a well-known local designer.

Each of the rooms portrays an area of the city, reflected through its sophisticated colour palette and locally sourced vintage furnishings, with every piece telling a story and adding to the unique personality of the room. The overall atmosphere is one of understated luxury, allowing ultimate comfort whilst celebrating a sense of place. The artistic beauty of the hotel is evident from every angle with the stunning feature walls of original brickwork carrying throughout the property and onto the exquisite rooftop terrace, which provides a serene break from the bustle of the big city.

Sustainably sourced and delicious, the restaurant at Calcutta Bungalow offers a traditional Bengali breakfast, alongside continental options. The owner himself is passionate about preserving the cultural heritage of Calcutta and offers guests immersive walking tours of the ancient city and can recommend nearby eateries for lunch and dinner.

Luxury hotel gallery image
Luxury hotel gallery image
Luxury hotel gallery image
Luxury hotel gallery image
Luxury hotel gallery image

What we love

    • The rooms of the hotel truly are one of a kind and are worthy of spending time in, perhaps reading a book from the hotel’s own vast private collection
    • The central location provides the perfect starting point for a local street food tour. Your hosts can provide ample suggestions for spots to try, or just step out of the door and let yourself get drawn in by the tantalising smells among the bustling food markets

As the hotel is situated in the heart of a bustling neighbourhood, the surrounding streets can be noisy and congested. However, we enjoyed being deep in the ‘real’ Calcutta and the hotel itself remains a calm sanctuary

The hotel does not have an elevator, so guests with mobility issues will need to ensure that they request rooms on the first floor

Extra beds are available in the rooms upon request, although no infant cribs. The hotel offers a wide range of activities for the whole family to enjoy

The hotel prides itself on its sustainable ethos, promoting tourism with its roots in community development. The decision to faithfully restore the hotel building echoes this commitment; the owner is passionate about restoring the historical heart of Calcutta without the need for demolition.

The meals at the restaurant are all produced from ingredients sourced in the vibrant local markets, promoting local business and ensuring fresh, seasonal produce

Calcutta Bungalow is found on Radha Kanta Jew Street in the heart of Kolkata, a 3-minute walk from leafy Deshbandhu Park and a 30-minute drive from the airport.

What our travellers say

We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.
Roy Wood (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.
Alie C (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor
I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace
Daisy Stanton (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!
Andrew S (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor
Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North East India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.
Martin Thomas (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference
Sandra Nicholson  (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.
Jayant Banerji (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.
Phil Blair ( February 2026) Read the whole review here Google
Red Dot Testimonial

Choose your adventure

Speak to one of our team to get started. After all, your travel journal won’t write itself.

Let's get planning