Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel - Pondicherry

$$$$||View on mapPondicherry, IndiaDoor No: 4, R.S No: 239, Rue De Bussy Street (Lal Bah Door Sastri Road), Pondicherry, India|
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Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel - Pondicherry
Door No: 4, R.S No: 239, Rue De Bussy Street (Lal Bah Door Sastri Road), Pondicherry, India·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Families37%
Couples34%
Groups18%
Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Families37%
Couples34%
Groups18%
Solo9%

Heritage hotel with outdoor swimming pool and Ayurvedic spa in Pondicherry's French Quarter

Amenities & Comforts

Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience offers an outdoor swimming pool in a central courtyard setting with deep verandahs and attractive pillars. The hotel has a massage parlour and an on-site Ayurvedic spa that provides full-body massages, facial treatments, and foot massages. Guests also have access to bicycle rental for exploring the city and a daily housekeeping service.

Rooms & Accommodation

The 18 rooms at Palais de Mahe have high ceilings, seating areas, and minibars for guest convenience. Private bathrooms include a bath and a hairdryer, with some rooms offering direct access to the pool area. Ground floor rooms are particularly quiet and face the lap pool, while all rooms feature air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience sits 50 meters from the Bay of Bengal in the French Quarter of Pondicherry. The property is 3 km from Aurobindo Ashram and within walking distance of the heritage villas of the French Quarter. Puducherry Airport is 6 km away, and the Puducherry Railway Station is 2 km from the hotel.

Dining & Cuisine

Les Alizes is the signature restaurant at Palais de Mahe, serving freshly caught seafood and a mix of Indian and Continental cuisines. Mahe Café offers piping hot coffee and snacks for a lighter bite throughout the day. Room service is available for guests who prefer dining in their rooms.

Wellness & Heritage Experience

The on-site Ayurvedic spa provides various massages including neck, head, and full-body treatments using traditional techniques. The spa also features a massage chair and beauty services for guest relaxation. The heritage-themed design of the building includes high ceilings, arched doorways, and a majestic courtyard that reflect the colonial-era architecture.

  • Location: 50 meters from the Bay of Bengal in the heritage French Quarter of Pondicherry
  • Rooms: 18 heritage-style rooms with high ceilings and arched doorways
  • Dining: 2 restaurants serving local seafood and Indian-Continental cuisines
  • Wellness: On-site Ayurvedic spa offering full-body, head, and foot massages
  • Sustainability: CGH Earth property with eco-friendly practices like filtered water in glass bottles
  • Ideal for: Culture enthusiasts, wellness travelers, and families with children
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of INR 823.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:15
Former name
palais de mahe - cgh earth
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Queen-size bed
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Facial

Head massage

Full body massage

Beauty treatment

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Services

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

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 94 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 6.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Pondicherry, PNY

Location

Door No: 4, R.S No: 239, Rue De Bussy Street (Lal Bah Door Sastri Road), Pondicherry, India
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Door No: 4, R.S No: 239, Rue De Bussy Street (Lal Bah Door Sastri Road), Pondicherry, India
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
490 m
Goubert Avenue
French War Memorial
400 m
Goubert Avenue White Town
Mahatma Gandhi Statue
480 m
Church
Immaculate Conception Cathedral
550 m
Goubert Avenue On Beach Road
Statue of Dupleix
420 m
Goubert Avenue
Kargil War Memorial
420 m
Church
Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges
150 m
Gallery
Kalinka Art Gallery
130 m
Dumas Street Police Headquarters
Police museum Pondicherry
470 m
Duppuypet
Promenade Beach
420 m
Lighthouse
Old Light House
500 m
Church
Our Lady of Angels Church
170 m
1 Rue Dela Caserne Street
Anokhi
280 m
No 307 R D Mission Street Near the Subway Restaurant
Rishi Ayurveda & Yoga
480 m
Spa Centre
Le Green Day Spa
510 m
Restaurant
Villa Shanti
570 m
Restaurant
Palais de Mahe
120 m
Restaurant
Le chateau
0 m
Restaurant
Madame Shanthes Cafe Restaurant
30 m
Restaurant
Carte Blanche
0 m
Restaurant
KFC
250 m
Restaurant
The Belgian Waffles
250 m
Restaurant
Idli & Idiyappam
250 m
Restaurant
Eat&Meet Restaurant
250 m
Restaurant
Rendezvous
120 m
Restaurant
Celine's Kitchen
180 m

Reviews of Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel

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FAQ about Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel?
Staying only 1.8 km from the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Pondicherry lighthouse, whereas Bleu & Blanc Cottages is 4.8 km away.
Which landmarks are closest to Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel?
Guests of Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel can visit Promenade Beach (within a short walking distance of the accommodation), or The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the hotel?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by the hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there free parking in the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel?
Yes, the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel?
Guests of the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-dessert restaurant Gelato Factory offering Italian cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel?
At the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel comprise?
The 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel offers such room types as Queen Room, Deluxe King Room, and Deluxe Queen Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel?
All rooms of the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.4 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by an air conditioner.
Is the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel provides wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Are there any business facilities featured at the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel?
For business travellers the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel offers a business centre as well as a xerox and a work desk.
Which facilities are provided in the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel?
Top locations of the Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel hotel include a storage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security service and luggage storage.
Do you have a pool at the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel?
Yes, the 5-star Palais De Mahe - A Cgh Earth Experience Hotel features a swimming pool.
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