The Richmond
For travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Pondicherry, The Richmond is the perfect choice. Its convenient location right in the city center allows you more time to see all that Pondicherry has to offer.
At The Richmond, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Airport transfer services can be booked before your check-in date, to ensure a smooth and convenient arrival or departure. For guests arriving by car, parking is provided free of charge.
Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hotel's ticket service. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at the The Richmond.
For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel.
All rooms at The Richmond are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service and air conditioning. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find daily newspaper and cable TV available in some selected rooms. Don't worry about being thirsty as a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and mini bar are provided in some guestrooms.
Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in some guest bathrooms.
Dining and things to do
Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at The Richmond. Don't start your vacation days without your morning coffee, available every morning in the café. A number of great dining options at the hotel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the bar.
Enjoy the countless activities offered at The Richmond. Family time on relaxed evenings is easy with the hotel's games room.
Around the property
Don't miss out on all that Pondicherry has to offer! Chill out in the beach or just watch the waves on warm days at Paradise Beach located 6.1 km away. Be sure to visit Chunnambar Boat House located 5.7 km away, an item on every checklist of those who travel to Pondicherry.
Reasons to stay here
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hotel scored higher than 96% of them for food and dining.
Guests who stayed at this hotel have scored it higher than 95% of accommodations in the city.
According to guests who stayed here, this hotel's room comfort is rated higher than 97% of other accommodations in Pondicherry.
Highly recommended”
We stayed here for 3 days. The prices were reasonable and breakfast was included. We found the staff extremely helpful and well mannered. The rooms were kept clean all through the stay. The only downsides we faced were lack of cooling by the AC and the bathroom had a dustbin with a broken pedal. The food was priced a little higher as per white town standards, but was delicious. Breakfast was included in our package. We didn't find the food that impressive. The buffet on the weekend did have more variety. Do try the delicious cappuccino from their machine.
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Amazing hotel with good location ”
Would highly recommend this place to anyone who is visiting Pondicherry. Located in white town and walking distance to all the tourists sites. Very comfortable beds and clean toilet. Only thing is that the walls are paper thin so you could heard your neighbours talking otherwise all good
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Had a great stay, with a 2 year old toddler..”
The room was great, neat, well kept. The food was amazing right from breakfast to lunch/dinner, and the restaurant captain was great. My 2 year old son had developed a great camaraderie with the restaurant captain, and infact he got food packed for return journey. Location was amazing, 2-3 mins walk from the beach. Couldn’t have asked for more.
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Amazing location with the most friendly and helpful staff”
The Richmond is the most quaint, conveniently located hotel in the White Town. Most of the attractions like Aurobindo ashram, Promenade, Rock beach, Paper factory are walkable distance. The other aspect which makes this hotel stand out is the friendly staff. Praveen, Santhiya, Siva at the front desk, Ragothan and Puthiyuvan at the restaurant and Afjul (hope it's written correctly) at housekeeping were very helpful and approachable:) We even got an early check-in and a late check-out as we were with a toddler. That was like an icing on the cake. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone coming to Pondicherry:)
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A great hotel!”
We had a wonderful one night stay in Pondicherry at this amazing hotel. It is well located and only a short walk to the beach and from other touristy sites and restaurants. The staff were very helpful. Breakfast was served promptly in the morning and was well prepared.
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Great location”
It was a good choice in the form of The Richmond as the location of the property is very good. Accessibility was very convenient as it was right in the heart of White Town. The superior room was pretty good. The only downside was since it was road facing and the windows were not sound proof, there was traffic noise early in the morning. Pillow options could have made better as I preferred a slightly hard pillow which they didn’t have. Other than that I would say it was a good stay. The staff, especially Sathiya, was very helpful. I felt it was a bit pricey but it seems to be the case with all the boutique hotels in that location.
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For a travelling couple with baby”
The location is perfect- u r closer to the beach and almost most of the good cafés. Staff are very helpful. Our room was spacious and gave the colonial building feel. However lack of parking for car was an issue . If ur plan is to rent a bike then u hav no worries. We had a great time - all in all
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It's an awesome experience. ”
They could do something about parking.
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Best stay”
Beststay near beaches
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Had a really good experience.”
Rooms are very neat and tidy.The rooms have locker facility for you valuable belongings.It is 5 min walk for rock beach.
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Great place to stay in Puducherry”
Very nice comfy room. Continental meals are excellent. Service is good. A five minute walk to the Promenade Beach. Located in the heart of ‘White Town’ all the best restaurants are nearby. Parking is on the street but the hotel people manage.
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Excellent”
Courteous staff, tasty breakfast and prime location in white town. Accessible to all the top rated restaurants and to the beach.
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Worth visiting ”
This restaurant is located in prime location of French colony..clseby to beach , park , branded hotels ..easy to explore the city attractions..
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Very good”
We had comfortable and good stay at the Hotel. Its proximity to the beach was another good attraction. One thing which they can improve upon is the quality of the breakfast and service during that period.
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Mixed experience”
We stayed in a family room in Ground floor. Courteous staff. Room is clean . We had nice stay. -ves: Only one free charging plug point. Kettle was not working. No windows in our room so no fresh air or Natural light. Also no Fan so you have to use only AC. Hope other rooms don't have these issue.
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Very good”
Hotel is near beach and located in White Town near to many cafe's and restaurants. Nice breakfast.
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Very good”
Over all a good property, only drawback very few rooms with windows
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Placed in a very good location”
Great stay to explore the white town of Pondicherry.
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Not that much worth ”
Hello All, Hotel location was good but not value for money. Breakfast must improve. That’s all I can say. Room was clean.
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Lovely location”
Good location! Good service Perfect for family travel with young kids.
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