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Booking and payment
How do I book directly?
Pick your dates in the booking bar, or message the front desk on WhatsApp. We confirm the room and the rate within 24 hours.
More on the Offers pageWhat is the cancellation policy?
It depends on the rate you book, and your confirmation states it. A booking that doesn't arrive (a no-show) may be charged in full.
Do I pay in advance?
Some rates need an advance or full payment when you book. Rates are shown without taxes unless stated, and can change until you book.
Which payment methods do you accept?
We are confirming the cards, UPI and other methods the front desk accepts. TBC
Is it cheaper to book directly?
Ask the front desk for your dates and compare. We are confirming how direct rates compare with travel sites. TBC
More on the Offers pageAre there any offers right now?
Not this week. When the hotel runs an offer it appears on this page first, and in Letters from New Town.
More on the Offers pageArriving and leaving
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in TBC, check-out TBC. Early check-in and late check-out depend on availability and may carry a charge.
More on the Rooms pageWhat ID do I need at check-in?
A government photo ID for each guest. TBC
Can I check in early or check out late?
Ask when you book: both depend on availability and may carry a charge. TBC
Can the hotel arrange an airport transfer?
Yes. The front desk arranges transfers; send your flight details when you book. TBC
More on the Rooms pageHow far is the hotel from Kolkata airport?
The airport is TBC away, about TBC by road. The front desk arranges transfers.
More on The City pageIs there a metro from the airport to New Town?
Not yet. The Orange Line through New Town is still being built (October 2026), so come by road: a hotel transfer, a prepaid taxi or an app cab.
More on The City pageIs there parking at the hotel?
Yes, with valet parking on special occasions. TBC
More on the Contact pageHow do I reach the front desk?
Call +91 92306 39314 or message +91 92306 39311 on WhatsApp. We reply to enquiries within 24 hours.
More on the Our Story pageIn your room
Is the Wi-Fi free?
Yes. High-speed Wi-Fi is free in every room, the restaurants, the banquet halls and public areas.
More on the Rooms pageCan we order food to the room at night?
Yes. In-room dining runs 24 hours, and Peerage, on the ground floor, never closes.
More on the Rooms pageWhich room suits a family?
The Suite has a separate living room with its own TV, so children have space and the bedroom stays quiet. The villa rooms sit beside the lawn and the pool. TBC
More on the Rooms pageCan children stay, and is there an extra bed?
Children are welcome. We are confirming the age limits, the extra-bed charge and the cot policy. TBC
Are pets allowed?
We are confirming the hotel's pet policy. Please ask before you book. TBC
Is smoking allowed?
We are confirming which rooms and areas allow smoking. TBC
Is there laundry?
Yes: laundry and express dry cleaning, through the front desk. TBC
Is the hotel step-free, with a lift?
We are confirming the lifts, step-free routes and accessible rooms in the tower and the villa block. TBC
Do villa rooms have the same services as the tower?
Yes: in-room dining 24 hours, free Wi-Fi, laundry and an in-room safe.
More on The Villas pagePeerage and dining
Is there a restaurant open 24 hours in New Town?
Yes. Peerage, on the ground floor of Aristocrat Hotel in Action Area 1A, is open 24 hours, every day. TBC
More on the Dining pageHow do I book a table?
Pick a date, a time and the number of guests in Table at Peerage, then send it on WhatsApp. You can also call the front desk.
More on the Peerage pageWhat cuisines does Peerage serve?
Eight: North Indian, South Indian, Mughlai, Thai, Mongolian, Oriental, Continental and Mexican.
More on the Dining pageIs breakfast served at Peerage?
Yes, an Indian and Continental spread. TBC Whether it comes with your room depends on your rate. TBC
More on the Peerage pageAre there vegetarian dishes?
Yes: dosa, idli and sambar, pastas and salads at Peerage, and grilled vegetable skewers at the Grill. TBC
More on the Dining pageWhere is the Grill, and when is it open?
On the first floor, with one side open to the East-West Metro. Hours TBC.
More on the Dining pagePool and fitness
Does Aristocrat Hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes. An outdoor pool sits between the tower and the villa block, with a shade canopy and seating along its edge.
More on the Pool & Fitness pageWhat are the pool timings?
We are confirming the pool's opening hours. Ask the front desk on WhatsApp before you swim. TBC
More on the Pool & Fitness pageCan children use the pool?
We are confirming the rules for children, including supervision and age limits. TBC
More on the Pool & Fitness pageCan I use the pool if I'm not staying?
The pool is for hotel guests. Ask the front desk about day use. TBC
More on the Pool & Fitness pageIs there a gym at the hotel?
Yes. The fitness room has cardio machines, strength equipment and free weights. Hours are being confirmed. TBC
More on the Pool & Fitness pageWeddings, events and meetings
How many banquet halls does Aristocrat Hotel have?
Three, together called Areena: one on the ground floor and two on the first floor of the hotel in Action Area 1A, New Town.
More on the Banquets pageHow many guests can Areena hold?
The ground-floor hall seats 120 at round tables or 150–160 theatre-style. The two first-floor halls are listed at up to 120 each. TBC
More on the Banquets pageCan Aristocrat Hotel host a Bengali wedding?
Yes. Areena's three halls host weddings, receptions and engagements, with catering support from the hotel kitchen and rooms on site for the family.
More on the Weddings pageCan we bring our own decorator or caterer?
The hotel offers catering support and décor assistance. Whether outside teams can work here is TBC
More on the Weddings pageIs there a boardroom?
Yes, for smaller meetings. TBC
More on the Meetings pageDo you offer day-delegate packages?
Ask the events team with your date and numbers. TBC
More on the Meetings pageHow do I check a date?
Choose the occasion, the date and the number of guests in Plan an event, then send it on WhatsApp. The events team replies with availability and a quote.
More on the Banquets pageThe hotel and New Town
Who owns Aristocrat Hotel?
We are confirming the operating company's name for this page. The sign at the entrance reads Aristocrat International Pvt Ltd. TBC
More on the Our Story pageIs it Aristocrat Hotel or Hotel Aristocrat?
Both names are used for the same hotel in Action Area 1A, New Town.
More on the Our Story pageIs Aristocrat Hotel near Biswa Bangla Convention Centre?
Yes. The hotel is in Action Area 1A, New Town; the convention centre is on Biswa Bangla Sarani in Action Area I, TBC by road.
More on The City pageWhat is there to do in New Town?
Eco Park, Biswa Bangla Gate's viewing gallery and restaurant, Mother's Wax Museum, Rabindra Tirtha, and the malls. Our weekend guide fits them into two days.
More on The City pageIs there a spa?
We are confirming whether a spa operates at the hotel; some travel sites list one. TBC
Not here?
Ask the front desk.
Send the question on WhatsApp or call. We reply within 24 hours.