Shantiniketan Poush Mela: Hotels Full? Here's How to Find Budget Accommodation.

• Poush Mela 2025 in Bolpur Shantiniketan (Dec 23-28) sees 90% hotels booked, leading to high prices and mandatory multi-day packages.
• Tourists face difficulties finding affordable accommodation, with many returning home due to lack of options.
• Solution: Look for hotels 5-6 km away from Bolpur Shantiniketan for budget-friendly, single-day stays with parking.
• Alternative budget accommodation options include areas near Sainthia Railway Station or Tarapith in Birbhum.
• The fair is well-managed with thousands of police, 300+ CCTVs, plainclothes officers, watchtowers, and special traffic rules.

Why It Matters: Poush Mela visitors can find affordable stays by looking slightly outside Bolpur Shantiniketan or in nearby towns.