Biju Patnaik Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

Biju Patnaik Airport is about 4 km from the centre of Bhubaneswar, one of India's most compact cities: almost every hotel is 15-20 minutes by taxi from the terminal, so the choice depends more on the area than on the distance. For a short stopover or an evening arrival it's best to stay near the airport, in the western outskirts; to visit the Lingaraj Temple and the old town, aim for Janpath instead; those travelling for business will find the international-brand hotels in Nayapalli, the business district south-west of the centre.

Near the airport

Airport area · Both hotels are in the western outskirts of the city, a few minutes by car from the terminal according to aggregator sites.

Best for: Short stopovers and evening arrivals, when all that matters is shortening the trip from the terminal.

Pros

Lower rates than downtown, with free parking at both
Convenient for those arriving late or catching an early-morning flight

Cons

An outlying residential area, with no restaurants or shops within walking distance
A taxi is still needed for the Lingaraj Temple or downtown

Recommended hotels in this area

Fabhotel Grant Heights - Nr Biju Patnaik International Airport: In Khandagiri, near Manipal Hospital, in the western outskirts of the city a few minutes from the airport.
Treebo Airport Inn: In Baramunda, a few minutes from the terminal; reviews mention a simple breakfast but friendly staff.

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Janpath and the city centre

City centre · About 6 km and 15 minutes by car from the terminal; Bhubaneswar railway station is 2.4 km from the hotel.

Best for: Those who want the Lingaraj Temple, the railway station and the city centre within a short taxi ride.

Pros

A few minutes from the Lingaraj Temple and Kalinga Stadium
A city centre with a wider choice of restaurants than the airport area

Cons

No beach or green space: it's a district of offices and shops
Traffic on Janpath Road gets worse at rush hour

Recommended hotels in this area

Novotel Bhubaneswar Janpath: On Janpath Road, near the railway station, Kalinga Stadium and the Lingaraj Temple; about 6 km from the terminal.

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Nayapalli, the business district

Neighbourhood · About 8.6 km and 20 minutes by car from the terminal.

Best for: Business trips to the offices in Nayapalli and Jayadev Vihar.

Pros

Upscale hotels in a quiet residential district
Closer to the city centre than the airport area

Cons

No evening life outside the hotel: the area is mostly residential and office space
Higher rates than the other areas in this guide

Recommended hotels in this area

Trident Bhubaneswar: In Nayapalli, CB-1 area, near Jayadev Vihar; 8.6 km from the terminal. Among the city's most awarded hotels on international platforms.

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