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4-star hotels in Himchari
A shortlist of the 4-star hotels in Himchari: two hillside addresses on Pechardwip, the resort strip twelve kilometres south of Cox's Bazar. It is written for travellers who want the forest, the waterfall and an empty weekday beach rather than a town-centre base.
Staying in Himchari
Himchari is where the coastal hills run down to the sea, twelve kilometres south of Cox's Bazar. The national park holds short, steep trails to viewpoints over the Marine Drive, a waterfall that is impressive in July and August and close to dry by March, and a small, stony beach below that is almost always empty on a weekday. Almost nobody sleeps here, which keeps the park road silent once the day-trippers leave and makes the evening and the sunrise the real reason to stay.
Both hotels on this shortlist sit on Pechardwip along the Marine Drive in Cox's Bazar, in the wooded stretch below the park rather than on the town's restaurant strip, roughly twenty minutes from Kolatoli's restaurants. That suits couples and short-break travellers who want forest and sea views and a quiet evening, and families who will use the pools and outdoor spaces. It suits them less well for business: dinner means your own hotel, and nothing nearby stays open after nine.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Mermaid Beach Resort
Pechardwip, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe only 4-star hotel on this list, Mermaid Beach Resort sits at Pechardwip with the beach nearby and a garden, outdoor pool and kids pool for the family. Guests also have a fitness centre, massage, bars and a games room, plus fishing and darts. A guest rating of 4.4 from 5623 reviews reflects how consistently it satisfies visitors. Good for families and travellers who want a full-service resort base for Himchari and the Marine Drive coast.
See Mermaid Beach ResortNeelima Resort
Pechardwip Marine Drive Road., Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereNeelima Resort is a 4-star address on Pechardwip Marine Drive Road, a practical choice for travellers who want a pool, restaurant and garden within easy reach of Himchari. Every room has air conditioning, a balcony and a bathroom, and amenities include a concierge, free car parking and a cot for families. Pets are allowed, which is rare among the properties listed here, making it a good fit for guests travelling with an animal.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mermaid Beach Resort | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Neelima Resort | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Mermaid Beach Resort is the family option, with family rooms, a kids pool alongside the outdoor pool, a games room, a garden and a picnic area, and breakfast served on site. Its 4.4 rating from 5,623 reviews is the strongest signal here, and the entertainment activities help fill the hours between beach and dinner.
For couples
Neelima Resort is the quieter, smaller choice, with a garden, an outdoor pool, a balcony, a restaurant on site and concierge service. Mermaid Beach Resort suits couples who want more to do in the evening, with bars, a fitness centre and massage. Both sit in the forest, so the nights are dark and quiet.
For budget-free comfort on the coast
These are the listed 4-star properties in Himchari, so there is no lower or higher class to trade between. Mermaid Beach Resort adds business centre, laundry, dry cleaning and free car parking; Neelima Resort keeps things simple with free car parking, a restaurant and a pool. Pick on atmosphere rather than class.
Travellers with a pet or a cot
Neelima Resort is the one to look at if you are travelling with a pet, since it is the only hotel here that allows pets. It also lists a cot, which makes it the more practical of the two for a family with a baby. Mermaid Beach Resort does not list pets among its facilities.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Himchari lies twelve kilometres south of Cox's Bazar, on the Marine Drive, and the park gate sits on that road. From the gate, a short steep road and stair climb leads to the viewpoint tower over the coast, with the seasonal waterfall a few minutes walk from the road and rough forest paths between them. Entry is a small fee at the gate, a little higher for foreign visitors and for vehicles, and it is worth keeping the ticket for the trail. Around the park itself there is nowhere to eat but your own hotel, and nothing open after nine.
When to go
The waterfall decides the season. From July to September, during and just after the monsoon, it is a genuine cascade over the rock face with a pool at the bottom; by late February it is a trickle, and from April to May it is usually dry stone. Come in the wet season and accept the rain if the falls are your reason for travelling. Weekdays are far quieter than Fridays and public holidays, when picnic groups and sound systems fill the park. Arrive between eight and ten for cool air and good light.
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Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has free parking?
Both do. Mermaid Beach Resort lists free car parking, a garage and parking, and Neelima Resort lists free car parking and parking. That matters here because the park gate and the Marine Drive are up the hill from either address.
Can I bring a pet to either hotel?
Only Neelima Resort allows pets. Mermaid Beach Resort does not list pets among its facilities, so if the dog is coming, Neelima Resort is the one to book. Note that the park itself is full of habituated macaques, so keep pets close.
Which hotel is better for children?
Mermaid Beach Resort, with family rooms, a kids pool beside the outdoor pool, a games room, a garden and a picnic area, plus breakfast and entertainment activities on site. Neelima Resort has an outdoor pool and a garden but no listed kids pool or games room.
Is there a pool at these hotels?
Yes. Mermaid Beach Resort has an outdoor pool with a separate kids pool, and Neelima Resort has an outdoor pool and a swimming pool. The sea below the park is small, stony in places and a poor place to swim, so the hotel pools are the safer option.
Which hotel is the top-rated pick?
Mermaid Beach Resort, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 5,623 reviews. Neelima Resort has no guest rating in this data, so there is no direct comparison to make. Both are listed as 4-star.
How far are these hotels from the park and the waterfall?
Both sit on Pechardwip on the Marine Drive, the hillside stretch where Himchari National Park meets the sea, twelve kilometres south of Cox's Bazar. The park gate is on that road, with the waterfall a few minutes walk from it and the viewpoint above, reached by a short steep road and stair climb.
Can I get dinner near the hotels?
Plan on eating at your hotel. There is nowhere to eat in the Himchari area but your own hotel, and nothing stays open after nine. Neelima Resort has a restaurant on site; Mermaid Beach Resort lists breakfast, buffet and lunch among its facilities.
Is Himchari good for a business trip?
It is not the natural choice. The park road is quiet and remote, twenty minutes from Kolatoli's restaurants, and the evenings are silent. Mermaid Beach Resort does list a business centre, desk, internet access and free wifi, so it is the workable of the two if you need to be here.