Puducherry

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A weathered statue of a deity with a child, set against a stone structure.
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Where to stay in Puducherry

Find the best Puducherry areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Pondicherry Beach

Travelers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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White Town

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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Heritage Town

Heritage Town is well-liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Lighthouse if you have time to explore the area.

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Mothilal Nagar

While there might not be top attractions in Mothilal Nagar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Botanical Gardens and Sacred Heart of Jesus.

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Bharathidasan Nagar

Though Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Botanical Gardens and Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Vasavi Residenzcy

Vasavi Residenzcy

2 out of 5
163 Sardar Vallabhai Patel Salai Puducherry PY
Stay at this hotel in Puducherry. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Ananda ...
3/10 (4 reviews)
"The room I booked through Hotels.com was unavailable, and Vasavi Residenzy informed us that they had no association with the booking. They asked us to pay ₹4,000 for one night if we still needed the room."

Reviewed on 6 January 2025

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The Promenade Pondicherry

The Promenade Pondicherry

4 out of 5
23 Goubert Avenue Pondicherry - 605 001 Puducherry Pondicherry
The price is AED 320 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
AED 320
AED 378 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Puducherry. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Rock Beach View Point and Pondicherry ...
7.6/10 Good! (159 reviews)
"Great location but rooms and bathrooms needs a refresh"

Reviewed on 1 August 2026

The Promenade Pondicherry
Shenbaga Hotel and Convention Centre

Shenbaga Hotel and Convention Centre

4 out of 5
432, Mahatma Gandhi Road Puducherry Puducherry
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The price is AED 133 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
AED 133
AED 141 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Puducherry. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Ananda ...
7.8/10 Good! (83 reviews)
"GOOD"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Shenbaga Hotel and Convention Centre
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FRANCO TAMIL VILLAS

FRANCO TAMIL VILLAS

3.5 out of 5
Murungapakkam Puducherry PY
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Puducherry. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pondicherry Marina Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Lovely staff. Very helpful especially booking taxis."

Reviewed on 18 March 2026

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SRI APARTMENT HOMESTAY 2BHK

SRI APARTMENT HOMESTAY 2BHK

4 out of 5
163 2nd Cross St RANGA NAGAR Moolakulam Puducherry PY
Stay at this apartment in Puducherry. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and room service. Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Sacred Heart of Jesus ...
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AR Lighthouse Bay Villa by Roscotel

AR Lighthouse Bay Villa by Roscotel

4.5 out of 5
Puthu Mahadevi Koil St,Thengaithittu, Puducherry PY
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Puducherry. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Pondicherry Marina Beach and Sacred ...
AR Lighthouse Bay Villa by Roscotel
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Pondicherry Promenade Beach

8.6/10 (44 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pondicherry Promenade Beach during your trip to Pondicherry Beach? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
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