The Elgin Fairlawn, Kolkata
About this property
Set in Kolkata, 656 feet from New Market, The Elgin Fairlawn, Kolkata provides rooms with air conditioning. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Eden Gardens. Rooms come with a TV with satellite channels. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom, and some rooms also boast a balcony. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property. Staff are available to help at the 24-hour front desk. Indian Museum is 328 feet from The Elgin Fairlawn, Kolkata, while Victoria Memorial is 1.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, 9.9 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Glenn
United States
“We loved the old world charm of this beautiful hotel. You feel like you are stepping back into time. We know they will be doing some renovations and hope they keep the true feeling of the Fairlawn and that is what brings guests back. We loved...” - Zdena
Canada
“I am a history buff so I loved the history of the hotel which is why I booked it… I loved sitting on the upstairs verandah, overhead fans whirling while I sipped. G&T… food was good, staff good… the hotel is like a dowager lady in her reclining...” - Dorothea
United States
“Wonderful old world charm. Right in the middle of Kalkota.” - Abby
United States
“Super comfy, well-run hotel with a great staff & nice restaurant. Not exactly perfect if you’re obsessed with that, but it has immense character & history —and that’s exactly what we love! Some of the best bits of this place are hanging on the...” - James
United States
“Breakfast was good, not fancy. Dinner was also good. The areas for dining were extremely pleasant. The hotel is heavy on "atmosphere." Not phony. Shabby, but full of elegance. If they repaint it will be a loss. Many young people come for...” - Durga
India
“Heritage as they claim so lot of history behind the property nicely projected. Location of the property is equally good if someone likes shopping from local markets and not like mall. Food is absolutely top notch, chicken biryani is something to...” - James
Australia
“This relic from a colonial past is an absolute jewel to behold! Expecting Kipling and some gin soaked adventurers to emerge from the drawing room at any moment. The rooms are a great size and very comfortable. The staff were fantastic. There's a...” - Steven
Belgium
“Managed with pride and efficiency, the Elgin Fairlawn is an oasis of peace and old-world beauty with large, airy, comfortable rooms and plenty of inner and outer space to relax. Highly professional, helpful, courteous and devoted staff, impeccable...” - Sharif
Bangladesh
“This is a heritage property established in 1876. The whole building is of architectural value and the experience is invaluable.” - Khan
Bangladesh
“Vintage decoration, breakfast and staff's behavior.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
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- CuisineAsian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
Please note that the property does not accept reservations from local residents.