The Belgadia Palace

Built in the 1800s in Victorian style with Georgian detailing, The Belgadia Palace has always been more than just a building — it is a living home, rich with stories. Originally created to welcome visiting dignitaries of the Bhanja royal family — one of Odisha’s oldest dynasties, now in its 48th generation — the palace sits across 18 leafy acres in the heritage town of Baripada. Here, the family still resides, inviting guests to experience first-hand the warmth, authenticity, and rhythms of a real royal household, not just a staged heritage stay.

Lovingly restored into a tropical art deco sanctuary, the palace welcomes you with colonnaded verandahs, soaring ceilings, and quiet corners filled with stories. It preserves its architectural soul, while the forested grounds stretch out to meet the UNESCO-listed Simlipal Biosphere Reserve. Each room is a treasure trove of memories: heirlooms, antiques, and art collected by the family over generations. The atmosphere is intimate and lived-in, where history isn’t a performance — it’s simply woven into the fabric of daily life.

With just 14 rooms and suites — Palace Rooms, Historical Suites, Garden Historical Suites, and Royal Suites — each space feels personal and thoughtfully appointed. Expect vintage furniture, family mementos, garden views, and timeless details that quietly recall the elegance of another era.

Meals at Belgadia become memorable occasions, served in the palace dining room or open courtyards. The kitchen draws inspiration from Mayurbhanj royal cuisine, using heirloom ingredients and local produce from the region. Menus change with the seasons, balancing bold regional flavours with global sensibilities — and every guest’s needs are thoughtfully accommodated.

Every stay at Belgadia is an immersion in Odisha’s vibrant art, craft, and culture. Guests might find themselves watching a private Mayurbhanj Chhau dance — a UNESCO-recognised tradition that still pulses with life in the palace courtyard. Try your hand at Dokra metalwork with sixth-generation artisans, visit Sabai grass craft villages, or wander through the ancient ruins of Haripurgarh Fort. Explore Baripada’s pre-Independence architecture and lively tribal haats, or set out on a guided drive through Simlipal Tiger & Elephant Reserve, where the elusive black tiger still roams.

The palace is also home to some of the region’s most heartfelt celebrations. In January, The Great Eastern Chhau Epics fill the estate with music and dance, while October brings the royal family’s Dussehra — a living tradition of ceremony and festivity. And each year, Baripada’s unique Rath Yatra sees Goddess Subhadra’s chariot pulled only by women: a powerful tradition that resonates across Odisha.

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Address:

The Belgadia Palace, Ward No. 2, Baripada Town, Odisha 757001, India

Price Range Per Night:

Starting from approximately USD 100 per night.

Closest Airport & How To Reach:

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (CCU) is approximately 230 km away. Private airport and railway station transfers can be arranged by the palace.

Best Time To Visit:

October to March for pleasant weather, cultural experiences, and wildlife excursions. March and April are especially ideal for experiencing the Chhau Festival.

Reservations:

Phone: +91 63724 07613 | +91 96927 78388

Email: stay@thebelgadiapalace.com

Website: https://www.thebelgadiapalace.com/