The royalty of the princely states of India has become a basis of most of the heritage hotels. But the zamindars of Bengal have mostly remained under-represented. The major reason being the politics of the region never allowed for marketing the royalty. But one hotel has changed the facade. The ITC Sonar pays tribute to the luxurious home of a Bengali Zamindar with a lush water garden.
This 14 year old hotel combines the beauty of Bengal within the international framework that ITC Hotels adhere to. Located in the Science City area, this 238 roomed hotel offers views of the sprawling greens and glistening water bodies.
Water Garden
This 4 acre garden is what makes ITC Sonar a true representative of Bengal. With a myriad of water lilies and a school of fish, it is a sight for sore eyes. Talk a walk along the walkways or have a luxurious gathering by the sides of it in the designated spaces, the garden offers a pictures of tranquility. In accordance with the Responsible Luxury ethos of ITC Hotels, the flora and fauna blend into the local eco system without disturbing it.
Dining
Sonar offers a plethora of dining options including some of ITC’s iconic brands. The Eden Pavilion is the all day coffee shop where we tried an authentic Bengali meal. Dum Pukht offers a peek into the cuisine of Indian royalty while Pan Asian takes us to the Far East. The western grills are represented at West View along with the bold, robust flavours of North West Frontier Province at Peshawar.
Amenities
The Kaya Kalp Spa is the largest spa in city offering a plethora of treatments ranging from Ayurveda to the Far East. The attached lap sized pool, salon and jogging track provide for all of your wellness needs. Sonar also makes your stay in Kolkata worthwhile. A plethora of walks and trips through the City of Joy makers this a prime location for travelers. You can choose between the Historic trail, the Street Food trail and the Mishti trail to satiate your gastronomic and historical appetite. The Business lounge is a throwback to the club culture of the British still existent in Kolkata.
ITC Sonar offers you an oasis of greenery and calm within the maddening rush of the city. A perfect place to plan your travel and business from while visiting the Eastern part of the country.
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