Hotel Atithi, Pondicherry ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

126 Sardar Valabhai Patel Salai, Pondicherry, India

Hotel Atithi - TGI Grand, located near Pondicherry's French Colony, serves as a prominent 3-star accommodation. It lies just 1 km from the historic French Colony and 1.5 km from Promenade Beach, reflecting the city's rich cultural blend of Franco-Tamil elements. The hotel offers modern facilities to meet the needs of both leisure and business travelers, making it a favored choice in the region.

Location

Situated close to various tourist attractions, the hotel provides easy access to key destinations in Pondicherry. It is approximately 2 km from the central area and 11 km from Auroville, with Pondicherry Airport and Railway Station located within close proximity.

Rooms

The hotel features a variety of well-appointed rooms, including Business and Family Suites. Each room comes equipped with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a television, minibar, and a safe. Guests have access to 24-hour room service and laundry services, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

Dining is offered at multiple venues, including Le Boulevard, which serves Indian, French, and Creole cuisines. The Terrace Grill specializes in kebabs and tandoor dishes, while Rue 126 provides a casual coffee shop setting with tasty burgers and beverages. A rooftop bar called Toxic offers city views and a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Atithi houses two elegant event venues, Crystal and Centre Point, designed for corporate meetings and social gatherings. Recreational options include a rooftop swimming pool, gym, and massage services, catering to various needs for both relaxation and productivity.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Double Room

Max:

2 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Pondicherry 2.5 km

Airports

Pondicherry (PNY) 4.2 km

Train

Pondicherry Railway Station 2.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

The room size was impressive, easily accommodating an extra bed while still feeling roomy.view full review

Stunning Rooftop Pool

The rooftop pool was pristine and offered breathtaking views of Pondicherry, perfect for relaxation.view full review

Immaculate Facilities

The bathroom was spotless, and I appreciated the quick hot water in the shower, providing a delightful experience.view full review

Excellent Laundry

The laundry service was outstanding, easily the best quality I encountered during my travels, worth every penny.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

126 Sardar Valabhai Patel Salai, Pondicherry, India

Map view

126 Sardar Valabhai Patel Salai, Pondicherry, India

City landmarks

Beach

Rock Beach

1.6 km

Museum

Puducherry Museum

1.4 km

Park

Bharati Government Park

1.4 km

Goubert Avenue

French War Memorial

1.2 km

Church

Immaculate Conception Cathedral

1.4 km

17 Advocate Chinna Tambi Street

Tasmai, a Centre for Art & Culture

780 m

Goubert Avenue On Beach Road

Statue of Dupleix

1.2 km

Public Building

Raj Niwas

930 m

Goubert Avenue

Kargil War Memorial

1.2 km

Goubert Avenue White Town

Mahatma Gandhi Statue

1.6 km

Church

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

1.4 km

Beach

Puducherry Beach

840 m

War Memorial

840 m

Garden

Botanical Garden

2.2 km

16 Goubert Avenue Beach Road

Aura

1.0 km

Seaside Promenade

1.6 km

Church

Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges

1.4 km

Ananda Rangapillai Street

Ananda Ranga Pillai House

980 m

Gangaiamman Koil Street

Sri Karaneswara Nataraja Temple

1.0 km

Lighthouse

Old Light House

1.1 km

Nearby

Manakula Vinayagar Koil St

Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

300 m

Near Junction of Manakula Vinayagar No. 9 Marine Street

Sri Aurobindo Ashram pondichery

300 m

62 Rue Aurobindo Street

INTACH Heritage Centre

300 m

20 Eswaran Koil Street

Barathiyar Meseum at Pondicherry

300 m

Kamatchi Amman Kovil Street

Kanniga Parameswari Temple

300 m

Mahatma Gandhi Rd

Varadharaja Perumal Temple

300 m

Mahatma Gandhi Rd

Vedhapureeswarar Temple

300 m

No. 2

Mahakavi Bharathiyar Memorial Centre

300 m

Bharathidasan Museum

300 m

Museum

Bharatidasan Memorial And Museum

300 m

Restaurants

Terrace Grill- Roof Top BBq Restaurant

40 m

S V Patel Salai

Maison Perumal Restaurant

310 m

44 Perumal Kovil Street

Greasy Tin

240 m

135 Perumal Kovil Street opp Sethu Nursing Home

Ende Nadu Restaurant

410 m

No 49 Muthu R D Mission Street

Chez Nous

290 m

Villeroy

Salem Biriyani Hotel

450 m

No.45

Punjabi Dhaba

360 m

1st Floor

Jumpin Lounge Bar

380 m

53 R D Mission Street Next to ICICI Bank

Fish Aurant

470 m

Kamatchi Amman Kovil Street

The Smoothie Bar

540 m

26 Rue Aurobindo Street Intersection of Mission Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.5

Location

8.3

Service

7.0

Dining

8.0

Brian

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.6/10

The hotel has a convenient location, ideal for exploring the city with easy access to tourist spots. The rooms are spacious but lacked proper cleanliness with lingering smells, affecting the overall experience. The staff provided some helpful amenities, but the service fell short in terms of room cleanliness and breakfast quality.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms, despite being spacious, were not properly cleaned and had lingering odors from previous guests.

Service

6.0

The staff was courteous and professional, however, the cleanliness in the room and at breakfast was subpar.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is central, making it easy to reach various attractions and dining options within walking distance.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered a good selection of South Indian dishes, providing energy until the next meal.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were decent, with a focus on providing energy for the day from breakfast offerings.

Sarah

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.6/10

The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, perfect for families. The service is top-notch, with attentive and accommodating staff. Its location is ideal for exploring the area on foot. The dining options are tasty but limited. Overall, a comfortable and convenient stay with good value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious, clean, and well-equipped for a family of 2 adults and 2 kids.

Service

9.0

The staff goes above and beyond to meet guests' needs, responding promptly to any requests or concerns.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the beach, local attractions, and ample car parking.

Dining

8.0

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides essential facilities that enhance the overall stay experience.

Johnny

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.4/10

The hotel is in a prime location, very central to the White Heritage town, with easy access to top restaurants like the Palais the Mahe and attractions like Budh Bay at Promenade. The rooms are neat and clean, offering a pleasant stay. The service is good, although lacking in assistance with luggage. The dining options are varied and delicious. Overall, a great value for the money with some minor service improvements needed.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are very neat and clean, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Service

7.0

The service is good and staff are courteous, but lacking in help with luggage.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly located, very central to all colonial attractions and shopping areas.

Dining

9.0

Dining was amazing with a great spread of options, from curd rice to mutton biryani.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided are top-notch and enhance the overall stay experience.

Alexander

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located close to the Promenade Beach, making it a peaceful place to stay with amazing food options. The staff is polite and professional but could improve in being more helpful. The dining experience is fantastic with a variety of tasty dishes but the service can be hit or miss. However, the rooms are spacious, clean, and very comfortable, providing a good night's sleep.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a king bed and 2 single beds that felt like a double bed.

Service

6.0

The staff were nice but could be more attentive to guest needs.

Location

7.0

The main advantage is its proximity to the Promenade Beach and some fabulous local restaurants. However, some aspects of service deteriorated over time.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was amazing with a great variety of delicious dishes, but the service quality varied.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities offered are satisfactory, providing a comfortable stay.