What should I do while I'm visiting Puducherry?

Landmarks like Sri Aurobindo Ashram , Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Government Place might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Pondicherry Promenade Beach , Paradise Beach and Botanical Gardens . A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Pondicherry Lighthouse and Sacred Heart of Jesus . Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Puducherry guide .

How can I get around Puducherry?

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Pondicherry-Puducherry Station or Pondicherry Villiyanur Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Puducherry for your journey.

What's the seasonal weather like in Puducherry?

The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 33°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Puducherry are November, October, December and August, with each month seeing an average of 210 mm of rainfall.

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Where to stay in Puducherry

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White Town
6 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5Very Good!(5 area reviews)
White Town is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pondicherry Promenade Beach and Pondicherry Lighthouse.
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Pondicherry Beach
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Travellers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Heritage Town
4/5Very Good!(3 area reviews)
Heritage Town is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Promenade Beach if you have time to explore the area.
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Bharathidasan Nagar
Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, but Pondicherry Promenade Beach and Pondicherry Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Mothilal Nagar
Though Mothilal Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Promenade Beach.
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Paradise Beach
This private beach provides a slice of idyllic tropical beauty at the meeting point of a river and the Indian Ocean.
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Paradise Beach
Pondicherry Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Puducherry when you spend time at Pondicherry Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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Pondicherry Lighthouse
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Pilgrims flocks to this lively temple to say prayers at the sacred shrines devoted to the Hindu gods Lord Ganesh and Lord Murugan.
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Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Botanical Gardens
Leave the noisy city streets behind and unwind in a peaceful haven of native flora and fauna.
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Botanical Gardens
Sacred Heart of Jesus
The first and only basilica in Pondicherry is a masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture that is adorned with superb stained glass.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus
Pondicherry Promenade Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pondicherry Promenade Beach during your trip to Puducherry? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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Pondicherry Promenade Beach

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Puducherry hotels information

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Accommodation	279 hotels
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Puducherry?

Le Dupleix is a favourite with Expedia customers. This 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices based on reviews include Accord Puducherry and The Promenade. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Puducherry.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Puducherry has to offer?

Vacation Home Stay in Pondicherry: This highly rated holiday home rental in Puducherry offers a balcony, a terrace and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and kitchenware, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Puducherry.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Puducherry, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Puducherry.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Puducherry?

Based on reviews, Hotel Le Royal Park is a popular 3.5-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other choices for your budget-friendly stay include Hotel Tamizh Park and Treebo Trip Red Lotus Heritage Pondicherry. View all budget hotels in Puducherry.

What's the best accommodation option when travelling with children to Puducherry?

Shenbaga Hotel and Convention Centre is a top 4-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features a children's pool and 2 restaurants. Other good options to stay with the children include LE PONDY BEACH RESORT and Hotel Annamalai International. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Puducherry.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in Puducherry?

Ulo Octagon is a top guest house for people travelling with their pets, and offers free newspapers and memory foam beds for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Puducherry.

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Puducherry?

The Promenade is a top 4-star beach hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa, and it's located on Pondicherry Promenade Beach . Other good choices to stay near the beach include A La Villa Creole and LE PONDY BEACH RESORT. See more stays near the beach in Puducherry.

What's the best luxury place to stay in Puducherry?

Le Pondy Beach & Lake Resort is a 5-star hotel with spa services and a health club, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Another upscale choice for your holiday is The Promenade. Find more luxury hotels in Puducherry.

What's the best boutique-style accommodation in Pondicherry?

Palais de Mahé- Cgh Earth is a favourite 3-star hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 18 guestrooms, 2 restaurants and a bar. If you're searching for a boutique hotel, you might also want to look at Hotel du Parc.

What are some hotels with pools in Puducherry?

Sunway Manor is a popular 3-star hotel featuring an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. A couple of other options with an on-site pool include Palais de Mahé - Cgh Earth and Shenbaga Hotel and Convention Centre. View all hotels with pools in Puducherry.

What is the best spa hotel in Puducherry?

Anandha Inn is a top spa hotel featuring a 24-hour fitness centre, a bar and a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at Ayur Rejuvenation where you’ll find facials, Ayurvedic treatments, and massage treatments and more. See all spa hotels in Puducherry.

What is staying in Puducherry like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Puducherry has to offer, including the rocky beaches and temples. In Puducherry, there are 196 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Puducherry.

Puducherry Hotel Reviews
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Eden Roc
2/5 Poor
Poor service. Not recommended.
"We had booked 3 rooms for attending a wedding. One of the rooms did not have hot water. In the evening we did not have power for 3 hours and the power backup failed. When we asked for a partial refund for our discomforts, they just gave some excuses. The room service persons to help with luggage are always missing."
A verified traveller stayed at Eden Roc
Posted 2 weeks ago
Eden Roc
The Promenade
3/5 Okay
" Great location. Hotel is in the front of the beach and easy access to Sri Aurobindo ashram. Staff are really good and as soon as you request for something and it gets done. Welcoming guests was good. Room was not so great although they say hotel maintains heritage but hotel room requiring updating. Room facing street food at the back is quite noisy and smelly and can't keep windows open. We had few other issues for e.g. there was no locker in the room, balcony was broken and unsafe. Next day they changed our room facing sea and it was much better but because there was parade going on hence seaside view was not possible. Breakfast options were quite good. Hotel is quite pricy"
A verified traveller stayed at The Promenade
Posted 1 month ago
The Promenade
The Residency Towers Puducherry
5/5 Excellent
"Amenities , the best part"
A verified traveller stayed at The Residency Towers Puducherry
Posted 2 months ago
The Residency Towers Puducherry
Hotel Surguru
3/5 Okay
"Seems as one of those hotels that is still living in its past glory. Did not modernise with time. Overall it is OK but not as per present day expectations "
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Surguru
Posted 5 months ago
Hotel Surguru
Le Dupleix
5/5 Excellent
"amazing property and a great locality. beach is just 100-200 mts away. staffs were extremely helpful. worth the money"
A verified traveller stayed at Le Dupleix
Posted 5 months ago
Le Dupleix
Hotel Annamalai International
5/5 Excellent
"Great place to stay"
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Annamalai International
Posted 5 months ago
Hotel Annamalai International
Sunway Manor
5/5 Excellent
"Excellent"
A verified traveller stayed at Sunway Manor
Posted 6 months ago
Sunway Manor
Maison Perumal - Cgh Earth
5/5 Excellent
"The hotel is gorgeous and the staff are so very kind. I stayed here with elderly parents and they did everything they could to make us comfortable. Breakfast (brunch really) is included and the food in the restaurant is delicious. There is a smelly drain in front of the hotel and I felt bad for the receptionist who sits close to the entryway all day — but they are working on it! You won’t notice it in your room. Otherwise it is quite a convenient location, walkable to several landmarks and the beach."
A verified traveller stayed at Maison Perumal - Cgh Earth
Posted 7 months ago
Maison Perumal - Cgh Earth
Accord Puducherry
5/5 Excellent
"Very good stay"
A verified traveller stayed at Accord Puducherry
Posted 7 months ago
Accord Puducherry