The 10 best Specialty lodgings in Pondicherry, India

May 19, 2023 Venice Greaves

Pondicherry’s bougainvilleas, crumbling cathedrals and leafy boulevards might occasionally make you wonder if you’re in the south of France instead of a former French colony. But it's also unmistakably Indian, with colorful festivals, the famous monument of Aayi Mandapam, and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Quiet beaches stretch north and south from town, good for swimming and sunrise strolls.
Restaurants in Pondicherry

1. K Resort

No 1, Dr. M.D.K. Kuthalingam Salai Ranganathapuram, Pondicherry 604303 India
Excellent
67%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

K Resort

hidden charges under "free"

Reviewed By Rajroopa B

The place is nice, but they don't provide "free" breakfast for the whole family. Only two members get free breakfast and you have to pay for the other folks in the family. This information will not be provided to you until you come for the breakfast. This review is to let people know of this.

2. The Bull Boutique Hotel

25 Vysial Street, Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
65%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

The Bull Boutique Hotel

Our property is located near beach and we have a fine dine in restaurant with hotel

Nice easy boutique hotel close to old town

Reviewed By Mrmotomike

Very nice little boutique hotel with more than friendly staff. Just three blocks from the beach Nice breakfast offerings. And a quiet room. I found the place from a local recommendation. Nice respite from uncomfortable hotels. Clean and safe

3. K Resort

No 1, Dr. M.D.K. Kuthalingam Salai Ranganathapuram, Pondicherry 604303 India
Excellent
67%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

K Resort

hidden charges under "free"

Reviewed By Rajroopa B

The place is nice, but they don't provide "free" breakfast for the whole family. Only two members get free breakfast and you have to pay for the other folks in the family. This information will not be provided to you until you come for the breakfast. This review is to let people know of this.

4. Villa Meena

8 Rue Suffren Street, Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
68%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Villa Meena

Come to Pondy. And “Give Time a Break”. You can enjoy the comfort of your air conditioned room, decorated in a modern and cozy style. Villa Meena is a family place with a special attention to our guests. Common areas are at your disposal as well as a roof terrace. Villa Meena is the ideal place to enjoy the charm of Pondicherry with family or friends. We welcome you to 8 Suffren Street in Pondicherry (South India), a comfortable and quiet place. Our guesthouse is located in the heart of White Town / French Quarters. On foot, you can enjoy many restaurants and bars or choose to discover all culture and architecture of this amazing place. A long walk along the shores of Bay of Bengal, better known as the "Beach Road", where you can also see the magnificent building of the "Consulate of France".

Nice, cozy place

Reviewed By Sengupta1510

Villa Meena is a picture perfect homestay right in the middle of White Town, Puducherry. Managed by a lady. Found the bicycle with flowers right at the entrance of Villa Meena. WhiteTown is known for great pics on the walls of almost every cafe...and I found couples getting themselves clicked in front of them from early morning. Some had expressly hired photographers for the purpose. Though Villa Meena doesn't serve food, there are plenty of nice cafes serving great food nearby.

5. La Grace Integral Retreat

224 / 6B, Rajeshwary College Road Bommayapalayam Village, Old Auroville Road, Pondicherry 605008 India
Excellent
33%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 6 reviews

La Grace Integral Retreat

La Grace is designed as a retreat for those who seek an inner sanctuary, a space for deep rest and renewal, for self-finding and silence. This entire building has recently been renovated and raised to international standards. We put all our attention on creating a spiritual atmosphere in the whole building. The space The entire complex is fully covered with Free Wi-Fi, and with generator back up for 24 hours power. All the rooms are equipped with a tea maker for preparing tea/coffee in the room. Guest access There are 3 meeting Spaces designed specially for group work and collective activities. The First room has a capacity of 25 pax in a circular set up. The second room has a capacity of 12 Pax in a U Shape Set up. The third space is an open area, covered from top, with a seating capacity of 30-50. Interaction with guests The reception is manned 24 hours for any assistance required by the guest. We can also arrange for Taxis, for local sight seeing as well as airport drop and pick up. Auroville Bus schedules available at the Reception for your convenience. Information about the various activities/events happening at Auroville available with the Reception. The neighborhood La Grace is right next to Auroville ( 1 minute from Djaima community) and on the edge of the Green Belt and close to the Matrimandir ( 5 minute by taxi, 12 minutes by scooter). Auroville Beach is 10 minutes by Scooter, and all around are a variety of dining options suited for various tastes and cultures of the world. From La grace you can bicycle or walk into Green Belt for immersion in the fresh forest air of the Auroville's Green Belt. Getting around The best option is to rent a bicycle to get around in Auroville. Also there are scooters available from Pondicherry as well as Kuiyalaplayam for your easy transport. Taxi can be hired for a local transfers. Other things to note La Grace stands amidst India's most serene natural hub surrounded by nice, calm greenery, close to cashew plantations. La Grace aspires to be a stepping stone for progressive journey to the Divine and find inner peace. Our focus is to build a natural system and to become a center for integral progressive facilitator for guests visiting Auroville.

Quiet ,Neat Place to rest

Reviewed By KRAMA200

We chose La Grace Integral Retreat for staying overnight during our recent visit to Pondicherry.The Place is little far from City centre. The Maintenance is good and rooms are adequate.But there is no restaurant in the premises. This is adown side to the property. They order and get from nearby restaurant. This takes time .The Staff are friendly and courteous

6. The Bull Boutique Hotel

25 Vysial Street, Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
65%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

The Bull Boutique Hotel

Our property is located near beach and we have a fine dine in restaurant with hotel

Nice easy boutique hotel close to old town

Reviewed By Mrmotomike

Very nice little boutique hotel with more than friendly staff. Just three blocks from the beach Nice breakfast offerings. And a quiet room. I found the place from a local recommendation. Nice respite from uncomfortable hotels. Clean and safe

7. OYO Flagship 24427 Jayam Nagar

No 6, Plot No 32&33, Jayam Nagar,Mudaliarpet Olandi Village, Pondicherry 605004 India
Excellent
0%
Good
100%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1 reviews

OYO Flagship 24427 Jayam Nagar

Offering great comfort and services at budget rates, OYO 24427 Flagship Ilara in Pondicherry is an ideal lodging for travelers touring the city. The OYO is maintained with a skilled and friendly staff to ensure you have a good stay. Facilities: Our rooms are tastefully furnished and offer amenities like TV, Complimentary Breakfast and a lot more. We take our guests safety seriously and provide facilities like fire safety, first aid and round the clock security to ensure the same.Our 24-hour helpdesk offers further assistance to our guests. What's Nearby: Head out to visit the key attractions of Pondicherry. Take a tour of the Pondicherry and explore key attractions like Thirukameshwarar Temple, The Basilica Of The Sacred Heart Of Jesus and Botanical Garden.

Good hotel

Reviewed By sobhankumarreddym

This month 15th we have visited this hotel.neat and clean spacious rooms.big size bathroom all new fittings ,comfortable beds and also this property is new constructed .this property is don’t have any boards so trace out is the problem and also only one thing WORST BREAKFAST .

8. Sapphire Inn

4 Needarajappaiyar Street Behind Aurobindo Ashram Petrol Pump, MG Road Area, Pondicherry 605001 India
Excellent
20%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
40%
Terrible
20%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 5 reviews

Sapphire Inn

Horrible experience

Reviewed By ashrafa2246

The rooms are very small as compared to the money they charge for it. It feels like the room ends before it even starts. The room was not sound proof and I could hear people talking, tv playing clearly and loudly from the next room. At night, when people were talking nearby, it was so loud that I was not able to sleep properly. The room charge was exorbitant. They charged be two thousand rupees extra when compared to walk ins. And asked me to pay extra 200 rupees per hour for the early check in. They did not even negotiate and the owner Tulsidas did not even pick up my call when I was checking out. Pathetic experience.

9. Sona Residency

6 Mettu St, Kuyavarpalayam, Pondicherry 605013 India
Sona Residency

Sona Residency at Pondicherry offers Rooms and Serviced Apartments which are extremely elegant and affordable. We are constantly working on to provide a contemporary and comfortable environment for our esteemed guests. In other words, Sona Residency gives you the experience of staying at your home away from home!

10. Peace Residency

#6 & 7, 1st Cross, Sittanakudi, Kamaraj Salai Near Balaji Theater, Pondicherry 605013 India
Excellent
50%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 8 reviews

Peace Residency

Peace Residency is a very stylish accommodation offering a memorable stay to the visitors of the scenic beach city of Pondicherry. The place is high on style and class. The rooms are pretty big and wood-furnished with some eye-catching interior styling. They come with all the necessary amenities that ensure a hassle-free stay. While their stay, guests can stay connected with the world through free internet access. The hotel is located just next to Jeeva Rukmani Cinemas and has a lot of popular eateries and shopping stops in its vicinity.

Had a pleasant stay

Reviewed By hellohelloooo

It is a good budget class hotel . I felt muh comfortable and safe for what i have paid . For budget class cader its worth staying. Hotel is in heart of the city . In 1.2km we can reach any imp spots. Good clean and hygienic hotel also Hoteliers are very much friendly ..

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