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| The Ffort Radisson hotel is located in the outskirts of Kolkata at a place called Raichak which is 50 kms from Kolkata proper. The drive from Kolkata to Raichak is beautiful as you travel through quaint Bengal countryside.
Introduction:
The Ffort Radisson hotel has been built over a sprawling 60 acres of beautifully landscaped vistas. The building is an architectural marvel which has been designed like a medieval Indian fort.
Along with abundant greenery all around, artistically built water bodies further accentuate the aesthetic appeal of this enchanting hotel. The hotel is so designed that it provides a panoramic view of a remarkable stretch of the Hooghly river which flows gently. |
The hotel is the brainchild of Mr. Harsha Vardhan Neotia, who is the proprietor of Bengal Ambuja Group. The visionary in Mr. Neotia, it was he who first conceived the idea of building a resort hotel that would be away from the din and bustle of metropolitan Kolkata. Once the group acquired the land - 60 acres in all, Mr. Neotia with a clutch of maverick architects designed the blueprint for the resort and today this stunning fort like hotel is a destination in itself.
The hotel is an integral part of the renowned international hotel claim - Carlson Hotels Worldwide which is a globally acknowledged hotel chain with more than 1660 deluxe hotels and resorts operating in 82 countries. The hotel has successfully recreated the old world grandeur of medieval India's royal style of living. And needless to say, today, any discerning guest who checks into this royally opulent hotel is pampered like a king. Not only is the opulence evident in the frescos and murals of the hotel, but one can actually feel it through the service which is not only warm but intimate as well. If living life king size has been your dream, you don't have to go far. Simply check in at Front Radisson and let the royal drama unfold before your eyes. Be it dining or any other forum of recreations like unwinding your body and soul at the spa, rest assured, you would be treated royally. |
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| Accommodation:
In all, this magnificent fort hotel has 61 very aesthetically done up rooms and includes 2 grandiose suites, which is fit for a Maharaja, if ever there was one in today's India.
The suites have separately drawing room and a bedroom and come fully furnished with all modern amenities. The suites are so built that they provide you with endless vistas of the serene Hooghly river.
Apart from the Presidential suites, there are 47 river view rooms and 12 garden view rooms and all modern amenities like central A/C, running hot and cold water, satellite TV, well stocked mini bar, direct dial telephones, writing table and of course balconies that provide discreet privacy as you take in miles and miles of surrounding greenery.
To attract tourists and discernible visitors, from time to time, the hotel comes up with great value for money offers like the weekend all inclusive family package, standard weekday package, honey moon package and senior citizens package. These packages are not only reasonably prized but also provide many value added incentives. For instance, in the honey moon package, apart from standard room, welcome drinks, bed tea, breakfast, the all important candle lit dinner, a bottle of wine, cakes chocolates, cookies and fruit basket are provided on a complimentary basis. A free spa message and moderate use of the swimming pool and gym is absolutely god sent opportunities for having a great time. |
