Heritage Hotel on Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata — Steps from the US Consulate
A 4-star heritage boutique hotel at the intersection of Kolkata's consulates, hospitals, and business addresses.
The Astor is a heritage boutique hotel at 15 Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata 700071, in the Park Street area. It is one of the closest hotels to the US Consulate General, British Consulate, and Australian Consulate, adjacent to Nightingale Hospital, and within walking distance of Park Street Metro Station. Built in 1905, the property is owned by Archer Hospitality, which also owns The Astor Goa and the Doubletree by Hilton, Agra.
If your day in Kolkata revolves around a visa appointment, healthcare needs, or a meeting, conference, or seminar at the central business district and the heart of Kolkata, where you stay decides how much of that day you get back. The Astor is strategically located on Shakespeare Sarani, at the intersection of Kolkata's consulates, hospitals, and business addresses — so you're never fighting Kolkata traffic to make an appointment on time.
How Close Is The Astor, Exactly?
| Landmark | Approx. Distance | Approx. Walk/Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| US Consulate General (Ho Chi Minh Sarani) | 550 m | 4–5 min walk |
| Nightingale Hospital | Adjacent property | 1–2 min walk |
| Park Street Metro Station | 1.3 km | ~4–5 min drive |
| Victoria Memorial | ~1.8 km | ~6–8 min drive |
| Indian Museum | ~1.2 km | ~5 min drive |
| Raj Bhawan | 3.3 km | ~10 min drive |
| Calcutta High Court | 3.1 km | ~10 min drive |
| Camac Street business district | Adjoining | Walking distance |
Distances above are approximate and should be verified against Google Maps before publishing; do not publish precise figures that haven't been walked and timed by hotel staff.
Why Stay at The Astor for a US Consulate Visit
Visa interviews and biometrics run on a fixed appointment slot — arriving flustered from a long cab ride isn't a risk worth taking. Guests staying at The Astor can walk to the US Consulate General on Ho Chi Minh Sarani in 4–5 minutes, which means:
- No dependency on Kolkata's traffic for a fixed-time appointment
- Early check-out or luggage storage available for same-day travel after your appointment — ask front desk
- A quiet, business-ready room to review documents the evening before
- Direct booking gets you the most flexible cancellation terms if your appointment date shifts — visa appointments do get rescheduled
Why Stay at The Astor for a Nightingale Hospital Visit
Nightingale Hospital is directly adjacent to the property, making The Astor a practical base for family members who need to be close by without staying inside a hospital guest house. Rooms offer a private, comfortable space to rest between visits, with 24-hour room service and front desk assistance for arranging transport.
A Heritage Base for Park Street & Central Kolkata
Beyond the Consulate and the hospital, The Astor's Shakespeare Sarani address puts you inside the same few square kilometres as Victoria Memorial, the Indian Museum, New Market, and Park Street's restaurant and nightlife strip — making it a practical base whether your Kolkata trip is for work, leisure, healthcare, or sightseeing.
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