ABOUT THE PLACE

Mandarmani, at a distance of 180 km from Kolkata Airport, allures tourists to spend a solitary weekend in its sea-side resorts on-looking the tumultuous sea with a quiet, golden beach. Unlike other neighbouring beaches of Digha or Puri, the beach of Mandarmani is still un-trod upon by multitude of tourists. The freshness of landscape and the tranquil surrounding are what make Mandarmani a preferred weekend destination.

HOW TO REACH

Chawalkhola comes midway between Kolkata and Digha. Mandarmai is half an hour drive from here. Traveling by Shalimar-Digha Express till Contai, Mandarmai can be reached by private car.

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel Mainak
Tel: (0) 9831046003, 9433725778
Rent: double bedroom costs double Rs. 600–1,500/-.

Singini Resort
Tel: (0) 9434205861, 9333512181
Rent: Double bedroom costs Rs. 650–800/-; four-bed-room costs Rs. 1,100/-.

Samudrabilash
Tel: (033) 28631365
Rent: Double bedroom costs Rs. 350–450/-; four-bed-room costs Rs. 550–650/-.

Other places to stay in are Tarangamala Guest House and Hirak Jayanti Resort. Rose Valley and Sana Beach Resort are two plush hotels.

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