Conveniently located in Pondicherry, Petit Palais provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a garden and a terrace. The hotel has an indoor pool and a concierge service. At the hotel each room is equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Petit Palais has certain rooms with city views, and rooms are equipped with an electric tea pot. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at Petit Palais can enjoy a continental or a vegetarian breakfast. Speaking English, French, Hindi and Malayalam at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Promenade Beach, Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Railway Station. The nearest airport is Pondicherry, 3.1 miles from Petit Palais, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the heart of Pondicherry, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 queen beds
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
6.6
High score for Pondicherry
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Vincent
    France France
    - Nice swimming pool on the rooftop - Great location - Charming decor - Helpful staff, they gave us a late checkout and helped us with transport
  • A
    Alexandra
    United States of America United States of America
    Shankar at the front desk went above and beyond! Also the restaurant staff, both morning and evening, were very accommodating. Prabha Karan had good recommendations for me.
  • Amy
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful stay. Building is beautifully kept. All people working here are lovely: kind and friendly. Quiet location close to the shore and everything I might need. I have felt safe & well cared for. Thank you Petite Palais.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Indian • Italian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Petit Palais
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
    Spa
    • Yoga classes
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Hindi
    • Malayalam
    • Tamil
    • Telugu

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Petit Palais takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rs. 1,800 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Petit Palais of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

    As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about Petit Palais

    • Check-in at Petit Palais is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Petit Palais can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian

    • Petit Palais is 0.8 miles from the center of Pondicherry. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Petit Palais may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Petit Palais include:

      • Double
      • Suite
      • Family

    • Petit Palais offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Pool table
      • Evening entertainment
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Swimming pool
      • Bike tours
      • Yoga classes

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, Petit Palais is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Petit Palais has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1