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Royal Palace Motel & Maa Durga Mandap

Your Sacred
Resting Place

Peaceful pilgrim accommodation and ceremonial venue at the doorstep of Baba Akhandalamani Temple, Aradi.

Pilgrim Accommodation Wedding Venue Religious Ceremonies Near Akhandalamani Temple Sacred Baitarani River

Our Sacred Purpose

Where Devotion Meets Comfort

Outdoor event venue at Royal Palace Motel with colorful decorations and festive lighting at dusk

Ready for your celebration

“A place of rest for the weary pilgrim, a hall of joy for the celebrating family.”

Royal Palace Motel & Maa Durga Mandap is uniquely positioned in Aradi village, home to the legendary 350-year-old Baba Akhandalamani Temple on the sacred Baitarani River. We serve as your home away from home during your spiritual journey — offering both clean, comfortable accommodation and a fully-equipped event hall for weddings, religious ceremonies, and family gatherings.

Experience the unique temple ritual where sacred prasad called Gharsana is created by applying offerings directly onto the Shiva Linga — a tradition found nowhere else.

Your Pilgrim Stay

Rest After Your Sacred Journey

Spacious Rooms

Clean, well-maintained rooms with comfortable bedding for restful sleep after your temple visit.

Hot Water Bathing

Hot water available in the mornings for your ritual bathing before visiting the sacred temple.

24x7 service

available 24x7 for your every need

Warm Hospitality

Courteous and helpful staff dedicated to making your stay comfortable and memorable.

Clean Facilities

Neat and clean bathrooms and well-maintained premises for a hygienic stay.

Flexible Checkout

Late checkout options available so you can complete your temple darshan at your own pace.

Maa Durga Mandap

Celebrate Life’s Sacred Moments

Weddings & Receptions

Host your dream wedding at Maa Durga Mandap with beautiful decorations, spacious seating, and a stage fit for royalty. Our venue transforms for your perfect day.

Religious Ceremonies

The perfect setting for puja, havan, and other religious functions. Celebrate your devotion in a venue blessed by its proximity to the Akhandalamani Temple.

Family Functions

From birthdays to anniversaries and community gatherings, our mandap provides the space and ambiance for every family celebration.

Vibrant decorated wedding walkway at Maa Durga Mandap
Elegant ceremony stage

The Sacred Legacy

350 Years of Divine History

350+

Years of Temple History

150

Feet Tall Temple Tower

4:00AM

Temple Opens Daily

Legend speaks of a farmer whose plough struck a bleeding stone, and a King who dreamed of divinity. From that miracle arose the Akhandalamani Linga — and for over three centuries, pilgrims have journeyed here seeking blessings, healing, and peace.

Peak Pilgrimage Seasons

When to Visit Aradi

Mahashivaratri

The holiest night for Shiva devotees. Thousands gather for all-night worship.

Shravan Month

Bol Bam devotees undertake pilgrimage to offer holy water to the Shiva Linga.

Kartika Purnima

A sacred full moon festival drawing devotees for special rituals at the temple.

Chandan Yatra

A joyous 21-day festival celebrating the divine with sandalwood paste rituals.

Guest Voices

What Our Guests Say

4.5/5 (33 reviews)

"This is a famous hotel in Bhadrak. There are many facilities available here such as the behavior of the staff, toilets are very clean and food is also available here... You will be able to roam here very well with your partner."

JP

Jayaprakash Pati

"I visited aradi dham baba akhandalamani during August vacation... Staying at Hotel Royal palace the staff were so courteous and helpful in every way. The rooms are spacious, the bathrooms are neat and clean..."

L

Laxmanandu 03

"Nice place, with suitable price, neet and clean rooms , satisfied service, behaviour of staps are really good , availability of all functions/party, although it is a peaceful place for stay."

SP

Satyabrata Palei

“A peaceful place where the warmth of hospitality meets the blessings of the divine.”

Nearby Sacred Sites

The Pilgrimage Circuit

Artistic illustration of Akhandalamani Shiva Temple tower

Baba Akhandalamani Temple

The 150-feet tall Shiva temple, just steps away. Open 4 AM to 11 PM daily.

Artistic illustration of the sacred Baitarani River

Sacred Baitarani River

Mentioned in ancient texts, the river is associated with the journey of souls. Ritual bathing here is deeply auspicious.

Artistic illustration of traditional Odisha temple complex

More Temples Nearby

Visit Sri Jagannath Temple, Maa Tarini Temple, Maa Batamangala, and Mausi Maa Temple for a complete pilgrimage.

Find Us

How to Reach Us

Address

Aradi, Sathibankuda, Bhadrak District, Odisha 756138, India

Nearest Railway

Bhadrak Railway Station (~50 km)

Nearest Airport

Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (~179 km)

By Road

Daily public buses from Bhadrak town. Accessible via State Highway.

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Begin Your Journey

Whether you seek a peaceful room for your pilgrimage or a grand venue for your celebration, we are here to welcome you.