Hotel Kalinga Ashok 3*
Main amenities
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Wi-Fi
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24-hour services
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On-site Dining
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Meeting facilities
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Air conditioning
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No pets allowed
Location
Situated only 9 minutes' walk from the large Odisha State Museum, the 3-star Hotel Kalinga Ashok Bhubaneswar offers air-conditioned rooms with Wi-Fi in public areas. Featuring a shared lounge and luggage storage, this Bhubaneswar hotel is not far from the Mausima Temple.
The hotel is about 5 km from Biju Patnaik International airport and 3.5 km from such cultural venues as the Kala Bhoomi Odisha Crafts Museum. The 10th - century Mukteswara Hindu Temple is also located around a 10-minute drive from the Kalinga Ashok Bhubaneswar. Guests might as well visit BJB Nagar Park, which is 0.7 km away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the Biju Patnaik Park, about 25 minutes on foot from the property. Hotel Kalinga Ashok is 500 m from Kalpana Chowk bus stop and merely 1.6 km from Bhubaneshwar train station in Bhubaneswar.
You can choose from one of the 35 air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and self-catering amenities like a mini fridge bar, tea and coffee-making facilities. A separate toilet and a shower, along with toiletries and bath sheets, are also included in the bathrooms.
The hotel offers a free continental breakfast served daily. Guests can enjoy the lounge bar on premises. Situated within a few blocks of the Kalinga Ashok, the seafood restaurant Orchid offers an Indian menu.
Review by hotel critic
During my recent city break in Bhubaneswar, I had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Kalinga Ashok, a quaint yet comfortable property that blends traditional Odisha charm with modern amenities. Nestled in the heart of the City of Temples, the hotel's strategic location provides easy access not just to markets and transportation, but also to must-visit cultural sites like the Lingaraj Temple and the majestic Shanti Stupa. What stood out the most during my stay was the lovely cordiality and helpfulness of the staff, who managed to enhance our experience significantly. Their attentiveness was matched by the delightful on-site restaurant, Phulbani, which offered a diverse menu that catered to our adventurous palates-featuring scrumptious local and Mughlai delicacies. Though the outer exterior of the hotel didn't entirely match the pictures, and the parking area seemed a bit worn out, the spacious, air-conditioned room made for a cozy retreat after our daily excursions. I appreciated the value for money, especially with free airport pick-up and WiFi enhancing our overall experience. For additional convenience, the hotel's housekeeping and room service met our needs perfectly, allowing us to focus on our explorations rather than logistics. Whether you're a solo traveler or, as I often am, accompanied by fellow enthusiasts, Hotel Kalinga Ashok offers a gracious blend of tradition and modern living, making it a commendable choice for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Odisha's rich heritage.
