Bomikhal is one of those Bhubaneswar neighbourhoods that rarely gets written about, mostly because it isn't trying to be a tourist attraction. It's a genuinely lived-in residential and small-commercial pocket that happens to be well placed for almost everything else in the city.
What's around
Local shops, small eateries, and the everyday rhythm of a Bhubaneswar residential area: nothing built for visitors, which is part of the appeal if you want a realistic sense of the city rather than a curated one. It also means prices for food and local transport stay reasonable.
Why we're based here
Hotel Laughing Buddha 2 sits in Dayanandnagar, Bomikhal, specifically because it splits the difference well: close enough to Rasulgarh, the railway station, and Esplanade One Mall to be convenient, quiet enough that you're not dealing with junction-level traffic noise at night.
Getting around from here
Autos and app-based cabs are easy to find on the main roads nearby. If you're walking, the immediate streets are workable; anything beyond a kilometre or two is easier by auto, especially in the afternoon heat.
Staying in Bomikhal
Our Standard and Family AC Rooms are both a short walk from the main road, with parking on-site if you're driving in. See our Contact page for exact directions.