Maison Perumal Pondicherry - A CGH Earth Experience

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9.3 (328 reviews)
# 44, (Old no.58) Perumal Koil Street , Puducherry , in

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Traditional chettiar style
Excellent hospitality
Cons:
Air conditioning could be improved
Minor issues with room TV placement

Categories

Cleanliness
9.11
Rooms were immaculately kept, creating a positive impression.
Service
9.58
Outstanding hospitality from staff, who were always available and attentive to guests' needs.
Location
9.12
Location close to ashram, kovils, and beach is perfect, allowing for easy access to main attractions.
Room Quality
9.07
Each room blended modern amenities with a historic ambiance, promising a unique experience.
Amenities
9.3
Amenities included a pool and healthy food options, enhancing overall guest experience.
Value for Money
9.06
Good quality of service and comfortable stay provide excellent value for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.61
Exceptional food prepared by Chef Babu, focusing on health and flavor.
Overall Experience
9.58
Remarkable stay with memorable experiences and heartfelt service, highly recommended.
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Updated at: 2026-01-09 04:15

Property Description

Charming Heritage Hotel in Pondicherry

Convenient Location: Situated just minutes away from TNSETC Bus Station and Pondicherry Railway Station, Maison Perumal offers easy access to popular attractions like Serenity Beach and Auroville City.

Comfortable Accommodation: The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with modern amenities including a cable TV, private bathroom with free toiletries, and a cozy seating area.

Unique Amenities: Guests can unwind in the on-site library, take advantage of services like luggage storage and tour assistance, and indulge in local delicacies at Perumal Restaurant or enjoy drinks at the Perumal Bar.

Ready to experience a blend of comfort and heritage charm? Book your stay at Maison Perumal now.

Important information:

Please note the mandatory charges for New Year dinner & celebration. Charges of INR 7000 per person is payable directly at the property.

note that a total of 5 or more rooms, booked through one/several online and voice channels irrespective of the no. of room/s booked at the same hotel and/or when they are booked, either in the name of one guest and/or several individual names and for stays overlapping on at least one common date, shall be considered as group travel, and shall be treated in contravention to the hotel’s policy of distributing rates through online and voice channels for individual stays only. Such reservations, whenever identified prior to check-in, will be treated as null and void and will be canceled instantly, without any prior intimation. Alternatively, such bookings identified post check-in, will be charged additionally on check-out as per the decision of the hotel management and the additional charge will be binding on the travelers. The hotel management will not be responsible for any inconvenience or financial implications caused to any such member/s of this group and shall remain indemnified.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 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAA

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 328 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.11
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 9.07
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 9.06
Food and Beverage: 9.61
Overall Experience: 9.58
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Beatrice • couple • be
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2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Meena • couple • in
8
Relaxing stay with very good food
Pros:

Filter coffee through the day is a brilliant touch. The cooked breakfast options were very good, but the baked goods needed to be much better. The staff are very helpful & efficient.

Cons:

A few brighter lighting options in the room would have been nice.

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Viji • extended_group • in
8
The staff were very helpful and made us feel like home. Our experience was comfortable and enjoyable
Pros:

The ambience and the old heritage look

Cons:

The heat was too much. Need to do something in the lobby and breakfast counter as it is too very hot. There is no place to just sit and relax.
Also the coffee and tea in the room needs some more attention. One of the rooms did not have the coffee maker another did not have coffee powder.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Purav • couple • in
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • family_with_children • in
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Das • family_with_children • in
10
Felt like summer vacation at grandma’s home. Loved having meals in the open courtyard.
Pros:

Breakfast was thought of really well. The menu was compact but included a healthy spread. Millet ruled our 2 days stay.

Cons:

It was my first time and I liked everything about the place.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • au
9
Great location, history, food was amazing! And wonderful experience.
Pros:

Fab ambience, amazing story and heritage. Really comfy accomodation, bathroom was great, private and quiet yet in the middle of the hustle and bustle. Really well done renovation.

Cons:

All very good!

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Mathew • family_with_children • in
10
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Shalini • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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ARUNKUMAR • couple • nz
8
Strong recommend for guests visiting Pondy
Pros:

Traditional chettiar style living by travel back in timeline was awesome.Location close to ashram,kovils and Beach is perfect.Breakfast is so healthy and so much care has been put in to the menu selection.Love this palce

Cons:

I am sorry-still finding the faults to report- it would be trying to find the needle in a haystack!!!

2025-12-23 • via Nuitee
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deepti • extended_group • us
10
2025-12-22 • via Nuitee
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Odile • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le style colonial, la qualité du restaurant, la gentillesse du personnel. Le fait qu’on ne soit pas toujours obligé de mettre la clim à cause du ventilateur plafond que je trouve mieux, mais qui est absent de la plupart des hôtels contemporains.

2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Athira • family_with_children • in
10
2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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CHANTAL • couple • fr
10
Belle adresse authentique dans Pondi
Pros:

Petit hôtel 10 chambres dans un vieux palais tamoul rénové . Les chambres sont spacieuses et la salle de bain très agréable . Grand confort, le personnel est charmant. Dîner et petit déjeuner très bons . Très calme même si c’est dans la partie tamoule . On peut profiter de la piscine du Palais de Mahé . Faites le tour en vélo rickshaw c’est vraiment sympa .

Cons:

Tout était parfait . Un peu exentré mais facile de marcher dans la ville blanche et tuk tuk dispo

2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • au
10
Enjoyable
Pros:

Traditional building renovated

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Sakshi • couple • de
10
Perfect vacation stay
Pros:

Hospitality was great and most amazing authentic food. Rooms were clean and had a great time at the property in general

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Santosh • extended_group • in
10
Simply outstanding and memorable stay, amazing staff and great hospitality.
Pros:

We spent six nights at Maison Perumal, booking three rooms for our group of six, and it truly was a wonderful experience. The heritage house exudes character, with its charming courtyards, quaint wooden architecture, and beautiful verandas overlooking peaceful spaces. Each room was immaculately kept, blending modern amenities with a warm, historic ambiance that radiated positive vibes. The emphasis on sustainability throughout the property was impressive and added to our enjoyment.

What made our stay truly special was the outstanding hospitality of the staff. Manager Elby and Anamika were always available, greeting us with a smile and ensuring every detail was taken care of. Samy and another team member managed the breakfast, dinner, and bar area seamlessly, making sure we were always comfortable. The food, prepared by Chef Babu, was exceptional—fresh, flavorful, and health-focused, featuring cold-pressed juices and millet-based South Indian breakfasts and lunches.

We also want to recognize the lady staff member who maintained the floors and rooms, keeping everything spotless. The team went above and beyond by decorating our room for my wife’s birthday and surprising us with a delicious cake—a thoughtful gesture that made our stay even more memorable.

We would gladly return to Maison Perumal on our next visit to Pondicherry and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a unique and welcoming experience.

Cons:

The overall experience was so nice that there was nothing to reflect upon of what we did not like

2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Remya Ramachandran • family_with_children • de
10
2025-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Staff and atmosphere

Cons:

Restaurant

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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manogna • family_with_children • us
9
My cousin and I had a lovely time!
Pros:

The staff was very polite and accommodating. The food was excellent and they even made customized dishes when we asked. There were multiple sitting areas where my cousin and I could just hang out and chat and laugh. It brought back so many childhood memories!

Cons:

The Air Conditioning was not enough for the size of the room. The weather being extremely hot did not help either but I think a bigger AC for the larger rooms would make it a lot more comfortable or place the AC in a spot that would reach the bed.
My cousin got the room with the four poster bed but the TV was not visible from the bed - just some small adjustment with the TV placement would be good so we can lie down in bed at the end of the day and watch a movie or something.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee