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4-star hotels in Bhopal
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in Bhopal, from lakefront palaces and retreats to central city addresses. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want a rated stay in India's City of Lakes.
Staying in Bhopal
Bhopal is known for its lakes, Islamic heritage and its institutions for arts and culture, such as Bharat Bhavan. Visitors come for the Upper Lake, Jama Masjid, Fatehgarh Fort, the State Museum and the Tribal Museum, and the old and new city areas are linked by bridges over the lakes.
The hotels on this shortlist are spread across the city. Hotel Aditya Residency sits in Maharana Pratap Nagar, near the centre, while FabHotel Prime Manjeet and Ganpati Hotel are close to the centre too. Giovanni Suites, Giovanni House and Aashiyana Home Stay sit in Arera Colony, Jehan Numa Retreat is on Dr. Saleem Ali Road, and Noor Us Sabah Palace is on V.I.P Road at Koh E Fiza. The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott is near the ISBT, Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal on Hoshangabad Road, and Amer Greens, Shambhala and Aakriti NS71 lie further out.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Giovanni Suites
58 Pradhan Devlok Farms Arera Colony Bhopal Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereFamilies and long-stay guests settle easily into Giovanni Suites, 4.9 km from the centre of Bhopal. The Arera Colony address keeps a garden, play area and picnic spot on site, while a kitchenette, microwave and refrigerator make longer visits simple. Children have room to run, and the lounge and night club cover the evenings. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 249 reviews. Banquet space and a business centre suit anyone mixing work with a family trip.
See Giovanni SuitesJehan Numa Retreat
Dr. Saleem Ali Road, Bhopal, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 6.5 km from the centre on Dr. Saleem Ali Road, Jehan Numa Retreat is the strongest draw for guests who want leisure on site. An outdoor pool and indoor pool sit alongside a spa, sauna and health club, with a golf course and mini golf for extra activity. The garden and playground keep younger guests occupied, and bicycle hire opens up the surroundings. Its 4.5 out of 5 rating rests on 4225 reviews, the largest guest base of the hotels here.
See Jehan Numa RetreatNoor Us Sabah Palace
V.I.P Road Koh E Fiza, Bhopal, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereNoor Us Sabah Palace occupies a Koh E Fiza address 7.6 km from the centre, with lake surroundings and a beach nearby. Rooms come with balconies, bathrobes and jacuzzi access, and the fitness centre, massage service and beauty salon handle guests who want to be looked after without leaving. Banquet and buffet facilities serve celebrations and group meals. 7715 reviews give it a 4.4 out of 5 rating, and free parking and wifi are included.
See Noor Us Sabah PalaceFabHotel Prime Manjeet
3 Hamidia Rd Dangi Colony Ghora Nakkas Peer Gate Area Bhopal Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA practical choice on Hamidia Rd, 4.2 km from the centre, FabHotel Prime Manjeet covers the essentials for short stays. Air-conditioned rooms have a private bathroom, TV and telephone, and the 24-hour front desk handles late arrivals along with car rental and laundry. Guests give it 4.3 out of 5 from 825 reviews.
See FabHotel Prime ManjeetAmer Greens
Ratanpur, Bhopal, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAmer Greens sits at Ratanpur, 12.0 km from the centre, and works best for travellers with their own transport who want on-site sport. A fitness centre and gymnasium are the main draw, backed by a garden for unwinding and a restaurant for meals without a drive. Breakfast is served, room service covers the rest, and shuttle service helps with getting around. 4171 reviews give it a 4.2 out of 5 rating.
See Amer GreensThe Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott
Plot No. 7 Isbt Commercial Campus, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereThe Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott is the closest 4-star option to the centre here at 1.1 km, on the ISBT commercial campus. An indoor pool and swimming pool anchor the leisure side, with a fitness centre alongside. Banquet space, a restaurant and room service handle both meetings and meals, and accessibility features including wheelchair access are in place. 1707 reviews give it 4.2 out of 5.
See The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by MarriottHotel Aditya Residency
113 Near City Hospital Zone 2 Maharana Pratap Nagar, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereHotel Aditya Residency is the nearest property to the centre, 0.4 km away in Maharana Pratap Nagar, which suits guests who want to be in the middle of things. Pet owners are welcome, and rooms include a kitchenette, minibar and terrace option. A restaurant and room service cover dining, while banquet space, a lounge and a bar handle evening occasions. Its 4.1 out of 5 rating comes from 1497 reviews.
See Hotel Aditya ResidencyHotel O Savitri Regency
25 Harshwardhan Nagar Near Mata Mandirnew Market, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHotel O Savitri Regency on Harshwardhan Nagar places guests 2.8 km from the centre, near New Market. Family rooms with air conditioning and a kitchen cover groups and longer stays, and there is a fireplace for cooler evenings. The 24-hour front desk, room service and free wifi keep the basics dependable, and parking is available on site. 52 reviews give it a 3.7 out of 5 rating.
See Hotel O Savitri RegencyGanpati Hotel
256 Zone Ii, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereGanpati Hotel sits 0.9 km from the centre in Zone II, with a garden and terrace for guests who prefer outdoor space in the city. Pets are allowed, and rooms come with bathrobes, slippers and a private bathroom. A restaurant and room service handle meals, and free wifi and free car parking are provided. Its 3.7 out of 5 rating is based on 885 reviews, and family rooms are available.
See Ganpati HotelShambhala
Behind Campion School Bhauri, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereShambhala stands behind Campion School at Bhauri, 14.6 km from the centre, and leans heavily into recreation. An outdoor pool joins badminton, karaoke and a picnic area, with a playground and garden for children. Family rooms include a kitchen and microwave, and breakfast, lunch and dinner are all served on site. Free wifi and free car parking round it out. Guest rating is not available for this property.
See ShambhalaGiovanni House
198 E 4 Arera Colony, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGiovanni House on Arera Colony is 1.9 km from the centre, close enough for city errands while keeping a garden, patio and terrace. A kitchen and kitchenette make self-catering realistic, and breakfast can be taken in the room. Massage, car rental and shuttle service are on hand, and special diets can be accommodated. Guest rating and review count are not listed for this property.
See Giovanni HouseFabHotel The Whistler
A 125 Hotel The Whistler Sarvadharm Market Kolar Road Sarvadharm Colony, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFabHotel The Whistler is on Kolar Road at Sarvadharm Colony, 5.2 km from the centre, and keeps things straightforward for short trips. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom, TV and telephone, and housekeeping, laundry and room service are provided. The 24-hour front desk is useful for arrivals at any hour, and free wifi is included. Guest rating is not available for this hotel.
See FabHotel The WhistlerAakriti NS71
Ns 71 Gulmohar Aakriti Exotica Phanda Kalan Bhopal Sehore Road, Bhopal, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAakriti NS71 lies 20.3 km out on the Bhopal Sehore Road, so it suits guests who want space and quiet rather than a central address. A full kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and toaster supports longer self-catering stays, and the fitness centre and massage service cover wellbeing. Pets are welcome, and balconies, a patio and terrace extend the living space outdoors. Guest rating is not available.
See Aakriti NS71Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal
Hoshangabad Rd, Bhopal, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereEffotel By Sayaji Bhopal on Hoshangabad Rd is 6.8 km from the centre and combines dining and leisure in one place. A spa, cafe, lounge and night club cover the evening, and banquet and meeting rooms handle events. Breakfast is served, parking is free, and shuttle service is available. Accessible facilities including wheelchair access are provided. Guest rating is not listed for this property.
See Effotel By Sayaji BhopalAashiyana Home Stay Arera Colony Bhopal
E 6 110 Arera Colony 11 No Stop Near Saibaba Board Bhopal, Bhopal, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAashiyana Home Stay in Arera Colony sits 2.6 km from the centre, near the 11 No Stop, and feels closer to a furnished flat than a hotel. A kitchen with refrigerator and washing machine supports longer visits, and the balcony, terrace and garden add outdoor room. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and the property is non-smoking throughout. Guest rating is not available for this stay.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giovanni Suites | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 249 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 4.9 km |
| Jehan Numa Retreat | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 4,225 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 6.5 km |
| Noor Us Sabah Palace | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 7,715 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 7.6 km |
| FabHotel Prime Manjeet | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 825 | Yes | – | – | – | 4.2 km |
| Amer Greens | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 4,171 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 12.0 km |
| The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 1,707 | – | Yes | Yes | – | 1.1 km |
| Hotel Aditya Residency | ★★★★ | 4.1 | 1,497 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Hotel O Savitri Regency | ★★★★ | 3.7 | 52 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.8 km |
| Ganpati Hotel | ★★★★ | 3.7 | 885 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Shambhala | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 14.6 km |
| Giovanni House | ★★★★ | – | – | – | Yes | – | – | 1.9 km |
| FabHotel The Whistler | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | – | 5.2 km |
| Aakriti NS71 | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes | 20.3 km |
| Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 6.8 km |
| Aashiyana Home Stay Arera Colony Bhopal | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 2.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Giovanni Suites offers family rooms with a playground and picnic area. Shambhala and Aakriti NS71 add playgrounds, gardens and kitchens, useful for longer family stays. Amer Greens has family-friendly dining and parking, while Hotel Aditya Residency pairs family rooms with room service.
Giovanni Suites · Amer Greens · Shambhala · Aakriti NS71 · Hotel Aditya Residency
For couples
Noor Us Sabah Palace has a Jacuzzi, balcony rooms and lake setting. Jehan Numa Retreat adds an outdoor pool, spa and sauna in a garden. Giovanni Suites and Giovanni House both offer quiet Arera Colony addresses with gardens, terraces and massage.
Noor Us Sabah Palace · Jehan Numa Retreat · Giovanni Suites · Giovanni House
For business
The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott is 1.1 km from the centre and has a business-ready location near the ISBT. Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal provides meeting rooms, a business centre and concierge on Hoshangabad Road. Noor Us Sabah Palace and Amer Greens both add business centres.
The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott · Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal · Noor Us Sabah Palace · Amer Greens
Wellness and pools
Jehan Numa Retreat offers indoor and outdoor pools, a health club, spa and sauna. The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott has an indoor pool and fitness centre, Shambhala an outdoor pool, and Noor Us Sabah Palace a fitness centre with massage.
Jehan Numa Retreat · The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott · Shambhala · Noor Us Sabah Palace
Where to stay in Bhopal
Arera Colony
Giovanni Suites, Giovanni House and Aashiyana Home Stay Arera Colony Bhopal all sit in this leafy residential district. The three give quieter, garden-and-terrace stays with free parking and free wifi, within a short distance of the centre and the new city.
Our picks here: Giovanni Suites · Giovanni House · Aashiyana Home Stay Arera Colony Bhopal
Maharana Pratap Nagar
Hotel Aditya Residency is on Maharana Pratap Nagar, the closest listed hotel to the centre at 0.4 km. The area is central and well placed for the new city's shopping and business districts, and the hotel welcomes pets and offers family rooms.
Our picks here: Hotel Aditya Residency
Plan your stay
When to go
The best time to visit Bhopal is from October to March, when the weather is cool and dry and ideal for sightseeing. Summers from April to June are hot, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C. The monsoon from July to September brings heavy rainfall and high humidity. Winter days are pleasant, though mornings and evenings can be chilly, so pack layers for early starts.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Hotel Aditya Residency is closest, 0.4 km from the centre on Maharana Pratap Nagar. Ganpati Hotel is 0.9 km away and The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott is 1.1 km away. Aashiyana Home Stay Arera Colony Bhopal is 2.6 km from the centre.
Which hotels have the highest guest ratings?
Giovanni Suites has a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 249 reviews. Jehan Numa Retreat follows at 4.5 out of 5 from 4225 reviews, then Noor Us Sabah Palace at 4.4 out of 5 from 7715 reviews and FabHotel Prime Manjeet at 4.3 out of 5 from 825 reviews.
Do any hotels offer a pool or spa?
Jehan Numa Retreat has an indoor and outdoor pool, a spa, sauna and health club. The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott has an indoor pool, Shambhala an outdoor pool, and Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal a spa. Noor Us Sabah Palace has a fitness centre and massage.
Which hotels allow pets?
Hotel Aditya Residency, Ganpati Hotel and Aakriti NS71 all list pets allowed. The other hotels on this shortlist do not state it, so it is worth checking directly before booking.
Which hotels are best for families?
Giovanni Suites, Shambhala, Aakriti NS71 and Amer Greens all offer family rooms or playgrounds. Hotel Aditya Residency adds family rooms with room service, and The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott has family rooms and a pool.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Giovanni Suites, Jehan Numa Retreat, Noor Us Sabah Palace, FabHotel Prime Manjeet, Amer Greens, Aakriti NS71, Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal, Aashiyana Home Stay Arera Colony Bhopal, Ganpati Hotel and Shambhala. Parking is also listed at Hotel Aditya Residency and Hotel O Savitri Regency.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Noor Us Sabah Palace, Amer Greens, The Fern Residency Bhopal Series by Marriott, Hotel O Savitri Regency, Shambhala and Effotel By Sayaji Bhopal. Giovanni Suites and Giovanni House offer breakfast in room.
How far are the hotels from the airport?
Raja Bhoj Airport is about 15 km from the city centre. Distances from the hotels to the centre range from 0.4 km at Hotel Aditya Residency to 20.3 km at Aakriti NS71, so allow for the extra drive if you stay further out.