Esplanade One is the mall most people in Bhubaneswar mean when they say "the mall": a straightforward mix of retail, food, and a multiplex, a short drive from Bomikhal.
What's actually there
Expect the usual mix of clothing and lifestyle stores, a food court, a handful of sit-down restaurants, and a cinema. It's not a destination in itself so much as a reliable way to fill an evening, useful if you've had a long day of sightseeing or meetings and just want air conditioning and decent food without much planning.
Getting there
From Hotel Laughing Buddha 2 it's about 2.5 km, roughly an 8-minute drive or a short auto ride. Traffic around the mall picks up in the evenings and on weekends, so if you're short on time, an early dinner beats a 7pm one.
Who it suits
Families travelling with kids tend to appreciate having the mall nearby as a fallback plan, especially during the monsoon months when outdoor sightseeing gets less predictable. Our Family AC Room gives you the space to regroup before or after.
Making a night of it
If you're staying with us specifically for the mall's convenience, book direct through our booking engine. No commission is added to the room rate, so you save that difference for dinner instead.