Novotel debuts in Bhubaneswar, marking Accor’s entry into the Temple City

Accor has entered Bhubaneswar with the launch of Novotel Bhubaneswar, marking the group’s first hotel in the city. This property also becomes the city’s inaugural internationally branded hotel, reinforcing Accor’s footprint in eastern India.

Situated close to Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar Railway Station, Kalinga Stadium, major business hubs and prominent cultural sites such as the Lingaraj Temple, the hotel caters to business travelers, leisure guests and families alike.

The hotel offers 118 guest rooms and suites, including Superior and Executive options as well as spacious suites suited for extended stays and family travel. Contemporary interiors and modern amenities aim to deliver comfort, functionality and seamless connectivity.

Novotel Bhubaneswar provides roughly 12,000 sq ft of event and social space, ideal for weddings, conferences, corporate gatherings and celebrations. A contemporary fitness centre and additional recreational facilities further enhance the guest experience.

Dining venues feature Food Exchange, an all‑day restaurant serving global and regional fare; Tea & Tonic, which offers beverages and light snacks; and E2O – East Essence, Pan Asian Kitchen & Bar, presenting Asian cuisine in a modern setting.

Neelabh Sahay, General Manager of Novotel Bhubaneswar Janpath, remarked, “Novotel Bhubaneswar showcases the city’s rising stature as a hub for business, tourism, sports and social events. As Accor’s first hotel and the first internationally branded hospitality destination in the Temple City, this opening highlights another key step in Accor’s expansion across eastern India. Guided by Novotel’s Longevity Everyday philosophy, we aim to welcome guests with thoughtful hospitality, intuitive design, balanced dining and spaces that foster connection, turning every stay into a chance to live longer, fuller and happier lives.”

As part of the globally recognised Novotel brand—operating over 620 hotels in more than 70 countries—the property embraces the brand’s four pillars of Eat, Sleep, Move and Meet, promoting everyday wellbeing for business travelers and families.