Are you planning to visit Puri soon? Get the best deals by selecting a good hotel in advance.
But to make a good selection, you have to go through several review-based sites, collect reviews from previous guests, compare them, and finally arrive at a result.
To make things easy, we have compiled a list of top 10 hotels in Puri voted by customers for the year 2015. Below is the list of top 10 hotels in Puri with an idea of their pros and cons. Most of these Puri hotels can be booked online through major travel portals like Tripadvisor, MakeMyTrip, Cleartrip.
Hotel Z
The hotel that ranks first among the best hotels in Puri is Z Hotel. A popular budget hotel, it is located on Chakratirtha Road, making it close to the Jagannath temple and the beach. It has nice and well-appointed rooms with rates starting from Rs 1,500 or more per night.
The main reason behind its popularity is its location, ie in a very quiet locality, away from the hustle and bustle of Puri city. Weary travelers are also attracted by its great service and hospitable staff who ‘religiously keep clean’. Even with its many pluses, past guests have noted that it still needs improvements to clean amenities like the mattress and needs to address its pest issues.
Victoria Hotel
Victoria Club Hotel is located near Puri Beach and that has been one of its several key features that customers love. It is a budget friendly hotel with rooms costing 700 rupees per night making it ideal for those traveling on a budget.
According to train customers, the hotel’s cleanliness and service have been its highlight. One customer has even credited cleanliness as the “key factor” that helped make the decision. The only drawback to this popular hotel is the deteriorating upkeep of the rooms and the apathetic behavior of the cleaning staff.
Puri coconut palms
This is one of the best 3 star luxury hotels in Puri which is situated near Swargadwar beach. The hotel boasts of several amazing facilities, although staying here will set you back more than Rs 4414 per room.
This is one of those ‘luxury hotels near the beach’ that guests are always looking for and it also has a private stretch of beach which is a huge plus. Needless to say, the service and atmosphere here are top notch and have been validated by several guests in their reviews. Even then, the property is not without its problems. Guests have focused on the lack of proper cleaning and maintenance as one of the negative points of the hotel. Some have even pointed out that it is too expensive and not exactly a value for money hotel in Puri.
Mayfair Heritage
Mayfair Heritage is another of the popular class of ‘Luxury Hotels near the Beach’. It is a 4 star property in Puri and its location is Chakratirtha Road. The cost of the rooms for one night is 8402 rupees.
The excellent location of the hotel near the beach and its easy access to the main attractions, such as the train station, make it a good place to stay. Other than that, guests have praised its service standards and atmosphere. The hotel also offers individual cabins which are again a big hit with couples.
The only argument several former clients have is that the property is too ‘expensive’ and the fees are exorbitant, plus there are also several maintenance issues that clients have pointed out.
Vacation Resort Hotel
Hotel Holiday Resort is one of the best mid-budget hotels in Puri that will cost you more than Rs 2491 per room. The hotel is located right across from Puri beach, making it one of Puri’s “hot properties”. Guests have praised its location and prices, making it a great value hotel in Puri. It has also received a special mention for its high quality food in its own restaurant. On the other hand, several guests have pointed out that the small size of the rooms and the service are “below expectations”.
Resorts in Ananya
Annanya Resorts is located on VIP road, Puri and is another popular mid-budget hotel with room rates starting at Rs 2,863. The hotel has been praised by its former clients for its excellent food and cleanliness which has impressed many clients. Guests consider the hotel to be excellent value for money in Puri. The only complaints guests have are slow room service and the location, which is not close to the main temple or the beach.
Toshali Sands
Located on Puri-Konark Marine Drive, Toshali Sands is one of the leading luxury resorts in the area. With prices starting at Rs 2,987, the resort promises a great experience with its private beach and atmosphere. Guests appreciated the service standards and impressive rooms, but lament the fact that it is located 8km from Puri town. Former guests also point out that it is not a good value for money hotel and that it needs maintenance in some areas.
Lee’s Garden Hotel
Hotel Lee Garden is a popular budget hotel which is located on VIP road, Puri. The hotel has nice rooms that will cost you more than 1182 rupees for a night stay. Past guests have praised the ‘well-trained’ service staff, the food at Chungwa (in-house restaurant), and for being a budget hotel with all the necessary facilities. The only drawback is its location as the beach is almost 3.5 km away and the Jagannath temple is 1 km away.
Puri golden sands
Puri Golden Sands Hotel is located in Baliapanda in Puri and is a popular mid-budget hotel. Room rates start from Rs 2,614 and it offers well-furnished rooms. The hotel has been appreciated for its excellent service and its staff have received special praise from past clients. Considered a balanced deal in Puri, guests have praised it as a value-for-money resort.
The hotel’s location is its biggest drawback, as it is almost 9 km from the main beach in Puri. On the other hand, there is a secluded stretch of beach directly in front of the property. Customers have also noted that their rooms need maintenance.
Gandhara Hotel
Hotel Gandhara is a nice mid-budget 2-star hotel in Puri located on Chakratirtha Road. The hotel has nice rooms starting at Rs 3,170 per night. Guests have praised it for its cleanliness and its location, directly across from the main beach. Although it’s another one of those value-for-money hotels, past guests would also like to point out its faults in the form of ‘unhelpful’ staff and problems with early booking.
Puri is one of the major pilgrimage cities in India and remains crowded throughout the year. So if you are planning to visit here soon; Next, make sure you book your rooms well in advance through online travel portals to avoid any unnecessary hassles.