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Poddar Retreat

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Staff

10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Poddar Retreat in Malbazar offers family rooms with private bathrooms. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, wardrobe, and dining area. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace. Balconies provide additional space for leisure. Dining Options: Breakfast selections include continental, buffet, Ã la carte, Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and kosher. Location and Attractions: Located 69 km from Bagdogra International Airport, the guest house is 21 km from Gorumara National Park.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site

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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 large double bed
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Managed by Pinky Saha Poddar

Company review score: 10Based on 1 review from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Poddar Retreat is operated by a local host family known for warm hospitality and personal attention to guests. The host typically stays on or near the property and is available to help with local guidance, meal services, and basic travel arrangements. Fluent in Hindi and Bengali (and sometimes English), the hosts are approachable and known to assist guests with regional tips, including nature trails, wildlife safari bookings, or nearby tea garden visits. Prior guests have appreciated their respectful, down-to-earth service.

Property information

Poddar Retreat is a modest, nature-surrounded riverside homestay located near the Neora River and lush forest zones of the Dooars. The property features non-AC rooms with basic furnishings, ideal for a tranquil getaway in the lap of nature. It offers family-friendly and couple-friendly accommodations with scenic garden or river views, ample open space, and free on-site parking. Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are available upon request, featuring local and Indian cuisine. While it lacks luxury amenities, its charm lies in simplicity, clean surroundings, and direct access to riverside serenity.

Neighbourhood information

Situated in Neora Majhiali, near Lataguri and Malbazar, the retreat is in a peaceful, semi-rural neighborhood surrounded by forests, riverbeds, tea gardens, and wildlife zones. This is part of the larger Dooars region, known for its biodiversity, Gorumara National Park, and Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary. The area is great for nature walks, bird watching, fishing, and eco-tourism. Shops and restaurants are a few kilometers away, so most visitors rely on in-house meals or bring essentials. It’s serene, off-the-grid, and ideal for disconnecting from city noise.

Languages spoken

Bengali,English,Hindi

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 10:00 to 13:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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