Jamindars Palace

10/10 for seaside view hotel and rooms!
It was awesome experience with Jamindar Palace, Hotel Location is on spot and near to Blue Flag Private Beach and Niladri Beach is 100m away only!
Staff were helpful overall, welcome drink was missing in our experience but that was okay and reception area was very humid it can be improved for sure as it is so near to to the beach there might be possibility but still it can be worked out very minor issue,
Plenty of amenities are provided, Breakfast assistance was too good with entire time,
Pool area was nice as well but, there can be some addition of props and extra chairs to sit and put belongings! Pool was clean though so no complaints overall!
The rooms and bathroom were very clean, overall will recommend the stay for sure!

The hotel staff is pretty rude specifically at their restaurant and think highly of themselves as if there is no other hotel in puri. We were returned twice from their restaurant stating that outside guests aren’t allowed. Once was for lunch where the restaurant staff stated that they cannot cook for so many people (a family of 4) and secondly was for breakfast stating that only guests staying in the hotel are allowed. Inspite of calling the front desk twice (even in the morning before coming to the restaurant) and getting a confirmation that outside guests are allowed and can pay (INR 307/ head) and have breakfast. We had to eventually return from the restaurant on not being allowed.
Not going to recommend this hotel for anyone in the future solely based on the behaviour of their staff and very lethargic service.

Absolutely loved the stay here. The best place for people who are picky about their food. They keep the Veg and Non-Veg kitchens completely separate which is amazing. Also they are very professional. They don’t say “Hello” they respond with “Jamindar Palace this side” which is pretty coool. The rooms are clean and aesthetically pleasing. 10/10 recommended.

The hotel property is good, and the rooms are neat and clean. The housekeeping team is doing an excellent job — they are polite, attentive, and provide very good service. The overall atmosphere of the hotel is pleasant.
However, I was extremely disappointed with the behavior of the front office department, including the reservation manager. Their attitude was very rude and unprofessional. As someone who also belongs to the hospitality industry, I strongly believe that basic courtesy and polite communication are essential when dealing with guests.
There was confusion regarding the Mandir dress code. When we asked at the front desk about the traditional attire requirements, they informed us that it was not mandatory. However, when we reached the temple, we were denied entry because full traditional dress was required. The front office team did not have proper knowledge of the rules and regulations, which caused us inconvenience.
Additionally, when I had an emergency official work and requested assistance because my system was not working, the response was rude and dismissive. The reservation manager was not even willing to speak properly. Even if a request cannot be fulfilled, basic courtesy and respectful communication are expected in the hospitality industry.
For local information and travel assistance, the front office staff seemed unaware and unable to guide properly.

During our visit to Jagannath Puri we booked two rooms for three nights with travel agent. We were staying at sea facing on 3rd floor. Rooms were good but furnitures need little care of polishing. Our room had problem of key less entry. Room AC was perfect for comfortable stay. Balcony was big enough for watch sun rise from balcony as well as to enjoy the beauty of golden beach "Blue Flag". Toiletries up to the mark but body lotion was horrible in liquid form. For 4 star rating Iron and sleepers were missing. Even no digit safe to keep valuable. Breakfast was good spread was not too large not too less. Dinner was done was of good taste. Order tea is not upto the mark as compared to served in breakfast. Entry of hotel surprise with vegetables grow in small pots. Although hotel is beach facing not direct access to beach but need to have gate pass to pass through Pantha hotel next to Jamindar hotel.

Mixed Experience at Jamindar’s palace – Good Location, But Needs More Amenities.
The place has a prime location, making it convenient for stays, but it would be much better with amenities that actually suit a hotel of this caliber – think better facilities overall.
Service was good in general, but it needs a lot of improvement, especially in the restaurant where only 2 people were handling everything, causing long delays and waits. Breakfast buffet was a big letdown: very minimal selection with not enough items, and what was there lacked taste and variety. Restaurant food quality was similarly disappointing – bland flavors and inconsistent preparation.
AC didn’t work and then later resolved after complaining.
Prices feel high for the minimal amenities offered – definitely not value for money.
Overall, 2.5/5 stars. Potential here, but improvements needed.

It’s my suggestion to the owner of the hotel. People travel with small kids and they expect some good quality services from you. You don’t provide dining services after 10:30 Pm at night. People need milk for baby at night and without it baby cry out of hunger but you don’t provide it. This is painful for the family. So kindly at least be the gentleman and understand the problems then only it will be considered as good service.

We stayed for 3 days in an ocean-view room on the 3rd floor with a balcony, and the view alone made our trip absolutely refreshing and memorable. If you’re booking here, definitely pick the upper floors, they offer the best panoramic sea view.
Although the hotel is Beachfront, there’s no direct beach access from the property. To reach the beach, we had to go through Pantha Niwas and pay ₹20 per person at their reception for entry. It’s a bit inconvenient, especially for a beachfront hotel.
Food is one area that can be improved. The breakfast spread was quite average, and the in-room dining options were also just okay. Toiletries could also be better. However, the service was polite, prompt and helpful, which added to our overall comfort.

The Jamindar Hotel offers luxurious rooms with spacious balconies featuring cozy swings, perfect for taking in the breathtaking views of the swimming pool and entrance front yard. The friendly and attentive staff ensure a comfortable stay, and the hotel's excellent maintenance is evident throughout. One of the highlights is the private access to the beach, which is remarkably calm and clean, making it an ideal spot to spend hours relaxing and unwinding. Whether you're looking to soak up the sun or enjoy a peaceful retreat, this blue flag.
Beach is a true gem.

Extremely Disappointing Stay — Definitely Not Worth the Price.
I stayed here recently and was shocked by the poor maintenance and lack of basic hospitality.
Pool Area:
The pool area was dirty and unhygienic throughout my stay. It took them three days just to clean the entrance to the pool area — something any staff member should have noticed immediately (photo attached). People were washing their garments from the beach in the pool area, turning it into a pond. There’s no lifeguard or staff to monitor such behavior. The pool infrastructure itself is outdated and unsafe — not at all kid — or senior-friendly.
Beach Access:
While the location is good, the so-called complimentary beach access is allowed only once a day. If you want to visit the beach again, you have to buy tickets. On the checkout day, they don’t even provide a complimentary pass! That’s ridiculous and completely ruins the experience.
Dining Experience:
Breakfast was another disaster. There’s poor management, not enough tables or cutlery, and everything feels chaotic. They even use broken, rusted cutlery and paper cups (photo attached). Service is slow, unorganized, and far below even a 3-star standard.
Rooms & Facilities:
Rooms are spacious but very poorly lit. Furniture is extremely old and depressing, completely killing any vacation vibe. Bathrooms are in terrible condition — honestly too unhygienic to describe.
Overall:
They charge like a 4-star hotel but deliver zero-star service.

Beautiful location by the golden sandy beach with no obstruction to the sea facing balconies (which we had). Rooms were glamorous and comfortable. Walk in shower, hot and cold shower and tea making facilities completes the first round.
While the hotel has a small pool towards the feont, there was no one in it at all. I reckon if it was in the backside then the uptake would have been better.
The elevator was really small, claustrophobic, and the stair cases though nice and wide had shiny tiles/ marbles on them with potential slip risk. You can access the beach easily from the hotel and the beach has lifeguards.
Overall, comfortable stay and recommended.

Jamindars Palace Puri describes an "absolute disgrace" and a "complete nightmare. "
The main issues are:
1. ​Terrible Room Condition: The room was cramped, dark, and claustrophobic, much smaller than advertised (booked for three, but felt smaller than a typical living room). Half the furniture was broken, the telephone line wasn't working, and the lights did not work even after complaining.
2. ​Non-existent Cleanliness: Floors were dirty, the bathroom hadn't been cleaned in ages, and the bedsheets seemed used and unchanged. The common restaurant washroom was also extremely dirty (worse than public washrooms).
3. ​Noisy AC and Lack of Amenities: The AC made loud, irritating noises preventing sleep. Basic amenities like towels, tissue rolls, and toiletries were not provided even after multiple requests.
​Horrible Food and High Prices: The food was absolutely horrible in taste and quality, yet they charged an excessive amount for tiny portions.
4. ​Inconvenient Policies: The 8 AM check-out time is inconvenient, and there is no proper waiting area for later travel. Guests are forced to sit in the tiny, non-AC reception, which is extremely uncomfortable in the Puri heat.
​Overall, I calls the stay a "traumatic experience" and advise others to "AVOID at all costs. "

It was probably a Jamindar Palace once upon a time. Now it has lost its glory. It's skeleton exists. I had a lots of expectations when I booked it. They charged 6000rs for Sea view room. As soon I entered the hotel. The reception area is just like ordinary cheap hotel. Ac not working. Floor is dusty.
Rooms were poorly maintained.
Ac sensor has issue.
Breakfast is very average.
Pool is good.
Spa is pathetic.
They did swedish massage with amul coconut oil. After that I had itching whole body.
Location & view from balcony is good. Breakfast Staff were good.
Overall I was not at all happy with the money I paid. If the cost was 3000 — 3500 rs. It makes sense.

As much we would have loved to stay at the hotel our valid booking was arbitrarily cancelled even after we had paid an advance. I had paid Rs. 10000 in advance on March 2025 to book the Jamindar suite, a room we always book whenever we go to Puri. Our booking was from 1st May to 3rd May 2025. On 22nd April I received a call trying to persuade me to take another suite as the Jamindar suite had been twice booked by mistake! It was a day or two later the management cancelled our booking and said would return our advance.
I am yet to get a refund though every now and then people from the hotel apologizes and says they would soon return the advance, but that date has not come as yet.
Who this elusive management is I don't know but what I realise is the management is unlike anything I have seen who cannot identify where money is credited from to their hotel's account inspite of having send them the copy of the receipt.
Please check twice before booking this hotel, you never know the what would happen to you.

The property itself is beautiful and has a lot of potential. However, the front desk experience left much to be desired. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a noticeably cold and unwelcoming attitude—no smile, and a tone that suggested irritation or fatigue, which unfortunately set a negative tone for our stay.
That said, the service overall was good. The rooms were average—not bad, but nothing exceptional. We were disappointed to find the pool was not well-maintained and the spa was closed during our visit.
With such a stunning location, we believe that hiring more professional and welcoming front desk staff could significantly enhance the guest experience.

Excellent location, but the place has very bad service. It took long time to check in because the receptionist was busy on her mobile more than attending to guests. The water bottles provided were refilled Bisleri bottles. Hand towels were not provided, even after asking. Hotel is good for location and the food in the restaurant is okay.
Their checkout time is 8am, but they don't start serving breakfast till well after 7:45.
Not recommended for the price.

Jamindar’s Palace is a place that believes in charging a high price, minimising the cost and maximising the profit. Without a bell desk to help incoming guests, the hotel employs untrained and demotivated staff in the front desk that only knows how to cook-up an excuse. While checking-in I asked for a room on the higher floor but my request was flatly denied. But after moving in we complained when we found that the entire floor, where we had the room, was stinking terribly because of a dirty drain. Unable to do anything about the smell for a long time, they magically found a room for us on the top floor.
Not just the smelly corridors, the rest of the hotel too is extremely dirty. Air freshners sit idly. Swimming pool is just a muddy pond without any filtering process or pre-shower facility (see pic). We didn't venture into the pool though we saw some brave-hearts enjoying food and drinks while splashing around. A manager in a suit shared his view that putting chlorine into the pool occasionally is good enough maintenance!
Buffet breakfast is unsatisfactory. Given the hotel’s high price, one would expect a live counter but would only get cold omelets and dosas. Clueless restaurant staff don't feel the need to keep the time at which they have announced to start the breakfast or lunch service. So, a long wait is inevitable.
On the brighter side, the location of the hotel is awesome for beach-lovers. Mr. Prashant Mohanty in the restaurant is the sole guest-friendly face there.