For generations of travellers, it stood as the gateway to Kaziranga; today, the historic lodge begins a new life with a renewed sense of purpose and place. Kaziranga Heritage is the stunning new avatar of Kaziranga National Park's oldest government tourist lodge, which has officially reopened as a luxury boutique resort. Located opposite the central gate of the park in the Kohora Range, the landmark property marries its colonial-era legacy with contemporary comforts through a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) between the Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) and Centre Point Hospitality Group.
Reimagining a Familiar Landmark
The former government tourist complex, which welcomed generations of visitors to Kaziranga, has been transformed into a 28-room resort while retaining elements of its original character. The buildings follow the traditional Assam-type style, with raised plinths, sloping roofs and wide verandahs suited to the region's climate.
Bonani Bungalow: The historic heart of the property, with guest records dating back to 1938. It houses 10 heritage rooms featuring four-poster beds and Assamese-inspired décor.
Bonoshree Bungalow: Home to eight superior and grand rooms, this restored wing also serves as a space for cultural gatherings.
Kohora River View Cottages: Six rooms with private verandahs overlooking the Kohora River and its surrounding floodplains.
Kunjobon Presidential Suites: The former dormitory has been converted into duplex suites with private plunge pools and landscaped courtyards.
Celebrating Assamese Craft and Culture
The interiors draw heavily from local traditions, with an emphasis on regional materials, art and design rather than conventional luxury finishes.
Interior Design: Bamboo wickerwork, wooden flooring and pathway lights inspired by the traditional jaapi lend the property a distinct Assamese character.
Local Art: Works by Assamese artists Jaya Boro and Mridu Moucham Bora are displayed across the resort.
Cultural and Historical Tributes: Archival wildlife photographs by conservationist E.P. Gee sit alongside references to Assamese cultural figures such as Bhupen Hazarika and Zubeen Garg.
A Menu Inspired by Assam
Food is a key part of the resort's identity, with the 48-seat restaurant, Kazi Nemu, drawing on traditional Assamese ingredients and recipes while introducing contemporary interpretations.
The Assam Thali: Served on handcrafted bell metal plates, the thali features regional staples such as khar, fiddlehead fern, masor tenga, black sesame chicken and slices of the GI-tagged kaji nemu lemon.
Modern Interpretations: Traditional dishes are reworked into contemporary plates, including a deconstructed masor tenga paired with pirali palak greens and elephant apple soup.
Signature Cocktails: The drinks menu, curated by mixologist Sanjeev Mondal, includes creations such as a butter tea-and-whisky blend and a chilled toddy infused with tea leaves, star anise, cinnamon and vodka.
FAQs
Where is Kaziranga Heritage located?
Kaziranga Heritage is situated opposite the central gate of Kaziranga National Park in the Kohora Range, making it one of the closest accommodation options to the park's main tourism zone.
What is the history behind the property?
The resort occupies Kaziranga's oldest government tourist lodge, a site with guest records dating back to 1938 that has welcomed generations of wildlife enthusiasts and visitors to the national park.
How many rooms does the resort have?
The property offers 28 rooms spread across heritage bungalows, river-view cottages and presidential suites.
What makes the resort's design unique?
The resort incorporates traditional Assam-type architecture and local craftsmanship, featuring bamboo wickerwork, wooden interiors, Assamese artworks and cultural references throughout the property.
What kind of food can guests expect?
The in-house restaurant, Kazi Nemu, focuses on Assamese cuisine, serving regional favourites such as khar, masor tenga and black sesame chicken alongside contemporary interpretations of traditional recipes.
