After an exhausting day walking along Puducherry's cobbled streets and exploring its beautiful frescoed churches, colonial heritage structures and pristine beaches, you sure need a stay that pampers you well. Here are nine hotels that promise comfort without draining your pocket:
9 Budget Hotels in Puducherry
Gratitude Heritage, White Town
Replete with antique furniture and old photographs, this 150-year-old Anglo-French colonial heritage structure has been restored over three years. The nine rooms are built around a lovely courtyard dotted with flowering plants and trees. The house is entirely a non-smoking zone, and the terrace has daybeds and yoga and massage rooms. Doubles from Rs4,719, inclusive of taxes. Website.
Villa Du Ocean, White Town
Live as the French did in Villa Du Ocean's spacious rooms with a private balcony and antique furniture. The boutique hotel is just a few steps away from the famous Promenade Beach and has a rooftop pool with a view of the ocean. Doubles at Rs3,540, inclusive of taxes. Website
Hotel Villa Krishna, White Town
With luxurious rooms, a rooftop restaurant, proximity to several tourist spots, Hotel Villa Krishna is perfect if you have a packed sightseeing schedule but need some time to unwind as well. The room boasts of a private veranda that opens up the beach, while the in-house restaurant has a wide selection of seafood. Doubles at Rs3,209, inclusive of taxes. Website .
Dune De L'orient, White Town
Located on the bustling Rue Romaine Rolland, Dune De L'orient is an 18th-century mansion that keeps the city's French roots intact. Their restaurant, Chez Francis, offers guests traditional French, Puducherry Creole and Indian cuisines. Doubles from Rs 4,500, inclusive of taxes. Website .
Mango Hill Hotel, Auroville Road
A stone's throw from Auroville Ashram, Mango Hill hotel offers guests rooms with a classic French touch. The eco-friendly hotel is also known for its rejuvenating spa therapies and the in-house restaurant that offers a fusion of Indian and French delicacies made with produce sourced from the hotel's garden. Doubles from Rs4,513, inclusive of taxes. Website.
Ashok Beach Resort, Kalapet Beach
Ashok Beach Resort has something exciting for everyone. You can take a horse-riding class or indulge in some aromatherapy, enjoy a drink by their beach bar or pick souvenirs to take home from their shopping arcade. Doubles at Rs4,720, inclusive of taxes. Website .
Le Mirage, MG Road
Le Mirage is situated at MG Road in Puducherry, close to Sacred Heart Basilica and the Sita Cultural Center. The hotel sports a fun, unconventional look with illustrations of Super Man, Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart on the walls of each room. The boutique hotel is ideal for those looking for an affordable, but unique experience in the city. Doubles from Rs1,950, inclusive of taxes. Website.
The Sunway Manor, Mudaliarpet
The traditional South Indian hospitality at The Sunway Manor will ensure a luxurious stay, yet a homely experience. The hotel is close to popular tourist destinations such as the Puducherry beach, Chunnambar Boat House and the Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple, to name a few. Doubles from Rs4,130, inclusive of taxes. Website .
Bonjour Bonheur Ocean Spray, Manjakuppam
This luxury beach resort is the perfect place to pamper yourself over the weekend. You can sit back and enjoy the private, al fresco jacuzzi or head to the 24-hour tea lounge that opens up to stunning views of the Bay of Bengal. Doubles from Rs4,991, inclusive of taxes. Website .