Boutique Homestay · Santiniketan
Shanti Niwas is a newly built home designed for quiet holidays, study and sonic practice — just a short walk from Visva-Bharati University, Tagore’s Ashram and the cultural heart of Santiniketan.
Santiniketan is a UNESCO world heritage site where Rabindranath Tagore laid the foundation of Visva-Bharati University on 24 December 1918. This lush, green countryside has evolved into a hermitage of art, literature and spiritual movements of Bengal, and a centre of cultural importance for the country and beyond.
Scholars and travellers from across India and the world come here for study, research and holidays — visiting Tagore’s Ashram, the museums, libraries and the wooded landscapes that inspired his work.
Shanti Niwas grows out of this tradition: a calm, thoughtfully designed home that welcomes guests seeking quiet, comfort and proximity to Santiniketan’s cultural landmarks.
The house is peaceful and ideal for both short and long stays — for quiet holidays, study, research and scholarship, or simply to rest in nature.
The premium bedroom features twin beds, suitable for couples or singles, with an attached toilet, dressing room, and both covered and open yards surrounded by greenery.
The deluxe room is a furnished bedroom with twin beds, suitable for couples and singles. The washroom is located just outside the bedroom with easy access to the open and covered relaxation areas.
Shanti Niwas is dedicated to practicing and maintaining the tradition of Indian classical music. The house is engaged in conserving and nurturing the values of this tradition, especially the art of Dhrupad.
Scholars and seekers from different parts of India and abroad visit to participate in workshops and appreciation courses organised by the host from time to time.
It is also a space for yoga and meditation — with dedicated areas set amidst peace, tranquillity and greenery, away from the bustle of the town yet close to all important places of interest.
Shanti Niwas is located in Ratanpalli, Santiniketan, a peaceful residential neighbourhood just a short walk from Tagore’s Ashram and the Visva-Bharati campus. The homestay sits close to the cultural heart of Santiniketan yet remains quiet, private and surrounded by greenery.
A 15–20 minute walk brings you to Tagore’s Museum, the Prayer Room, the departments of Fine Arts, Music and Foreign Languages, the Central Library, and many of the key heritage locations within Visva-Bharati University.
Within a short drive or cycle ride you can visit Kankalitala Kali Temple (a Shakti Peetha), Sonajhuri forest, and the vibrant haat known for tribal crafts, handwoven textiles and music.
Shanti Niwas
Nirmalya Dey
Ratanpalli, Santiniketan
Near Arambagh Guest House
PO: Santiniketan
Bolpur, West Bengal 731235
India
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A glimpse of the rooms, verandas and green surroundings at Shanti Niwas. All photos are of the actual home.
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Email: nirmalya.dey@gmail.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +91 98994 53369
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