Quirky old building. Big difference between the upstairs bedrooms and those on the ground floor. Fun location and food, pretty good. Drinks on the terrace fun. The location is very central for lots of things.

There was a significant electrical problem that electrified the taps and showers in the three rooms we were occupying. This was very alarming and dangerous. There was good comedic value in this. Over breakfast we got chatting to other guests who had experienced also electric electrified bathroom taps! We were staying in three rooms and room 12 is not recommended as it has no windows and a very small basic bathroom. It is also located off the main dining room and so was very noisy.

Excellent food at a reasonable price meant we dined in the hotel most evenings. The terrace is particularly relaxing and pretty with lots of fairy lights and plants. The staff are fantastic and it's truly an oasis of calm in a loud and bustling area.

Clearly this is a heritage property with an ongoing renovation project so it’s not completely spick and span - for example, our shower was at times challenging in terms of water pressure and temperature. However, for us such minor issues are worth accepting for the fun of staying in this unusual and special hotel.

This relic from a colonial past is an absolute jewel to behold! Expecting Kipling and some gin soaked adventurers to emerge from the drawing room at any moment. The rooms are a great size and very comfortable. The staff were fantastic. There's a small bar out the back of the dining room and you can have your g&t on the verandah. It's an oasis in a fantastic location, close to indian museum, New Market and walking distance to Victoria Memorial. It's a bit faded in parts which adds to the atmosphere.

Downstairs room had some rising damp but moved upstairs and room was fantastic.

Heritage as they claim so lot of history behind the property nicely projected. Location of the property is equally good if someone likes shopping from local markets and not like mall. Food is absolutely top notch, chicken biryani is something to die for. Staffs are friendly and always available to help to the extent they can

Only that rooms views (depending which room u get) has local market view from where you might get some market noises but you can put your headphone or put some music and you will not be bothered

Staying in this beautifully preserved historical building was like stepping back in time, surrounded by elegance and charm. The spacious rooms, tastefully furnished, offered comfort and tranquility. The location is excellent, with delightful restaurants within walking distance. The breakfast was a pleasure to savor each morning. My gratitude extends especially to Debasish, whose politeness and thoughtfulness reflect the highest standards of hospitality. A truly refined experience.

Lovely heritage hotel neateled in between the calcutta hustle bustle. Very centrally located and everything worth seeing is almost walking distance. The staff is very warm and helpful. The place was like home and it felt that we had come back in time. Was a lovely 250 year old well maintained property .

The breakfast could have been a little more versatile.it was almost the same day after day. Nevertheless, everything that was served was delicious.

I have been staying at the Fairlawn regularly for 30 years but not since Elgin took it over. I arrived with some trepidation but all my doubts were dispelled immediately! Elgin have given The Fairlawn new life and have cleverly retained the atmosphere and ambience of the old Fairlawn. The service is actually better with friendly helpful staff that go the extra mile to make your stay comfortable and memorable. Thank you and many congratulations!

It seems incredible that The Fairlawn still doesn't have a liquor licence! Here you have a famous heritage hotel, attracting guests from all over the world and you can't buy a drink! Elgin are a well respected hotel group, surely they have influence and the legal muscle to get a licence!

This hotel is truly magical it’s like stepping back in time, so much history and beautiful maintained to retain its quirky charm. The location is perfect, the Indian museum is just down the street and there are many restaurants close to the hotel but the food in the hotel is soooooo good you should definitely eat here! We tried several dishes and everything was cooked and flavoured perfectly, I would have happily worked my way through the entire menu! The staff are incredible too so sweet and hospitable, it really is the most wonderful hotel - I hope to return one day!

Nothing, it was perfect!

A beautiful semi-renovated mansion in the center of Calcutta's historic area. I loved walking everywhere...the neighborhood is "authentic" but very safe only steps from the Hogg-New Market. The staff is helpful, and the restaurant excellent before it started shutting down for a wedding. The whole atmosphere of the public rooms is fabulous...perhaps "Raj" but more likely just cosmopolitan Calcutta-Kolkata. Internet was great.

The shower in my room was sporadic...I could not get a steady warm flow. The room had been renovated beautifully and the bathroom was great, but the plumbing still problematic. That said, the benefits of the place outweighed this. No alcohol while I was there, but it seems a new bar will be ready imminently.

The Fairlawn is a historic property and I stayed there partly as my grandmother had been there’s in the 30/40s and my mum stayed there in the 80s. Whilst it’s not quite as it was in the past, it is a really interesting place to stay, full of history and character. The new owners are undertaking improvement works (which were not intrusive whilst I stayed there) and it will be great to see how it is once these are complete. The room was comfortable and I loved sitting on the verandah and reading. It’s very close to lots of the main attractions in Kolkata and I would recommend a few nights here. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Could do with a little bit of a freshen up (I think this is happening). Also no one answered the room service phone when I called a few times - but I didn’t really mind.