The Lawn
1,000 guests max10,000 sq.ft.
Puri, Odisha, India, India
The Pool Side at Blue Lily Beach Resort is an open-air event space that places your gathering against one of Puri's most visually striking backdrops — a resort swimming pool flanked by tropical landscaping, with the Bay of Bengal forming the horizon beyond. The setting strikes a balance between resort-casual and genuinely elegant, making it equally at home for a sundowner cocktail reception, a beachside mehendi ceremony, or a corporate team-building evening. The open sky, the sound of waves in the distance, and the shimmer of pool lighting after dark combine to give this venue a character that no banquet hall can replicate.
The space draws naturally on the resort's beachfront position on New Marine Drive, Baliapanda — one of the quieter, more scenic stretches of Puri's coastline — to deliver an atmosphere that feels both destination-worthy and accessible. Guests travelling from Puri city centre are a short drive away, and the town's well-connected railway station makes it reachable for outstation attendees as well. The wider resort grounds provide a sense of privacy and space that allows events to unfold without the noise and congestion of urban venues.
The Pool Side is well-suited to a wide range of social and celebratory occasions. Wedding functions — particularly pre-wedding rituals, sangeet nights, and cocktail evenings — find the outdoor ambience especially fitting, with the pool as a natural centrepiece for lighting, floral installations, and photography. Corporate groups looking for an informal offsite dinner, a product launch with a scenic backdrop, or an evening networking event will find the open-air layout refreshingly different from conventional conference-style settings.
Birthday parties, anniversary dinners, and reunion gatherings also translate beautifully here, where the resort's hospitality infrastructure supports seamless food and beverage service alongside a relaxed, resort-holiday feel. The venue's flexibility allows for varied seating configurations — from intimate round-table dinners to larger standing-reception formats — depending on the nature and scale of the event.
Event planners consistently return to this venue for the combination of setting, service, and convenience that a full-service beach resort provides. Unlike standalone outdoor venues, The Pool Side sits within a property that offers on-site guest accommodation, in-house catering, and dedicated event coordination support — meaning logistics that would otherwise require multiple vendors are managed under one roof. The resort's culinary team is experienced in curating menus for both Indian and international palates, and the property's position in Puri makes it a compelling choice for destination events where guests can extend their stay and enjoy the town's cultural landmarks, including the famous Jagannath Temple and the Puri beach promenade. For planners weighing atmosphere, convenience, and a genuine sense of place, The Pool Side at Blue Lily Beach Resort offers a combination that is genuinely hard to find on Odisha's coast.
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The Pool Side is well suited to a broad range of occasions, including pre-wedding functions such as mehendi and sangeet ceremonies, cocktail receptions, corporate dinners, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and informal networking events. Its open-air setting and pool-centric layout make it particularly popular for evening celebrations where ambience plays a central role. For very specific event formats, it is best to confirm feasibility directly with the resort's events team.
The Pool Side is an open-air, outdoor venue set around the resort's swimming pool on the beachfront property in Baliapanda, Puri. As with any outdoor coastal space in Odisha, weather — particularly during the monsoon season — can be a factor, and planners are advised to discuss contingency arrangements with the resort directly. The resort's events team can advise on available shelter options or alternative indoor spaces within the property should conditions require a change of plan.
Capacity at The Pool Side depends on the seating configuration chosen — standing receptions typically accommodate more guests than formal sit-down dinners. For accurate capacity figures suited to your specific event format, the resort's events team should be contacted directly as they can advise based on the latest setup options available.
Blue Lily Beach Resort has an in-house culinary team experienced in catering for both Indian and international menus, which supports events held at The Pool Side. Planners should confirm menu customisation options, service styles (buffet, plated, or live stations), and any dietary accommodation requirements with the resort's catering team during the enquiry process.
The Pool Side's pool and surrounding landscape serve as natural canvases for lighting and floral installations, and the resort works with event planners on décor configurations. Whether the resort provides in-house décor services or works with approved external vendors is best confirmed with the events team at the time of booking.
Yes — the venue's beachfront location on New Marine Drive, Baliapanda, its open-air setting, and the availability of on-site guest accommodation make it a strong candidate for destination wedding events. Puri's cultural significance, including proximity to the Jagannath Temple and the Puri beach promenade, adds a meaningful backdrop for families and guests travelling from out of town. Couples planning destination weddings are encouraged to contact the resort well in advance to discuss multi-event packages.
The resort is located on New Marine Drive, Baliapanda, Puri, Odisha — a relatively quiet and scenic stretch of Puri's coastline. Puri Railway Station is one of the most well-connected stations in Odisha, making outstation travel straightforward for guests. The resort is also accessible by road from Bhubaneswar, which has the nearest major airport.
Blue Lily Beach Resort is a full-service resort property with guest rooms available for accommodation. This makes it particularly convenient for destination events, as guests can stay on the same property where the celebration takes place. Room block arrangements for group bookings or events should be discussed with the resort's reservations team.
Enquiries for event bookings at The Pool Side can be directed to Blue Lily Beach Resort through their official website at bluelilybeachresort.com or by contacting the property directly. The events team will typically ask for the event date, expected guest count, and type of function before providing a tailored quote. Confirming availability early is especially important for peak wedding and festival seasons in Odisha.
As a resort property on the Puri beachfront, Blue Lily Beach Resort is expected to have parking facilities available for guests. Whether dedicated event parking or valet services are offered should be confirmed with the resort directly, particularly for large events where parking demand may be higher than usual.
The Pool Side is well suited to corporate groups seeking an informal outdoor setting for evening dinners, product launches, or networking gatherings. The resort's beachfront location and full-service hospitality infrastructure provide a refreshing alternative to conventional conference venues. Corporate event requirements, including AV support and branded setups, should be discussed with the events team in advance.
As an open-air venue in a coastal residential and resort zone, events at The Pool Side may be subject to local noise guidelines or time restrictions applicable in Puri. Planners with late-evening programmes, live music, or DJ requirements are strongly encouraged to clarify permissible hours and sound levels with the resort before confirming their event schedule.
Puri is home to the Jagannath Temple, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India, as well as the famous Puri beach promenade — both of which are draws for guests visiting the town. The combination of cultural significance and coastal recreation makes Puri a compelling destination for events where guests travel from across the country and wish to extend their stay.
The open-air nature of The Pool Side allows for flexible seating configurations, ranging from standing cocktail receptions to seated dinner arrangements around the pool. The resort's events team can guide planners on the layouts that work best for different guest counts and event styles. It is advisable to share the event format and guest count early so that the team can propose the most suitable setup.
The Pool Side's combination of pool reflections, tropical resort landscaping, and the Bay of Bengal as a backdrop makes it a visually strong location for event photography and videography, particularly during golden-hour and evening shoots. Planners should confirm with the resort whether external photographers and videographers are permitted on the property and if any prior coordination is needed.
