Located in the old French town along Suffren Street, Villa Shanti is just a 3-minute walk from the famous Promenade Beach. It operates a 24-hour front desk and provides free Wi-Fi access in the entire property. Fitted with wooden furnishings which include a wardrobe and seating area, spacious air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a personal safe, a satellite TV and minibar. En suite bathrooms come with shower facilities. At Villa Shanti, guests can request for luggage storage, laundry and ironing services. The tour desk can assist with travel bookings, while airport transfer and shuttle services can be arranged at additional charge. Guests may also rent a car to explore the area, with the convenience of free parking nearby. The in-house restaurant serves Indian and Continental dishes, and offers outdoor dining at the patio. Local snacks, sandwiches and cocktails are served at the café bar. Villa Shanti is within 100 metres from the nearest Old Church, while the Pondicherry Airport is just a 15-minute drive away. The Alliance Francaise and Sunday Market are situated a 10-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Puducherry, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

Continental, Breakfast to go


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.2
High score for Puducherry
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See what guests loved the most:

  • S
    Shalini
    India India
    Wonderful location in the White Town, within walking distance of the Promenade and other tourist spots. Charming building, large room that was very tastefully decorated and super clean. Very helpful staff and delicious food.
  • Agathe
    Mauritius Mauritius
    The hotel is super well located and our room was very spacious and well decorated. We got lot of amenities and a good coffee machine, which is not the case everywhere! We got a great massage in our room. The food is delicious!
  • Carolyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location right in the heart of the French quarter. Old building renovated with a contemporary vibe. Excellent restaurant and bar, which made the place feel very buzzy. Room very comfortable, great shower.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      French • Indian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Facilities of Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Bengali
  • English
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Tamil

House rules

Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 2,500 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are requested to note that there is no lift access.

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

Please inform Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies

  • Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Foot massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Full body massage
    • Neck massage
    • Head massage
    • Yoga classes

  • Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Breakfast to go

  • Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies is 950 yards from the centre of Puducherry. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Villa Shanti - Heritage Hotel for Foodies. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.