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About this property
Originally built to serve as the mayor’s residence, this 5-star heritage property is surrounded by a garden and is a 5-minute walk from Pondicherry Beach. It offers free Wi-Fi access throughout its premises. Street parking is available. Le Dupleix is a 10-minute walk from Raj Nivas and a 15-minute drive from Pondicherry Railway Station. Villupuram Town is 36 km away. Fitted with tiled or wooden flooring, air-conditioned rooms feature a TV with satellite channels and a writing desk. Coffee/tea making facilities and a minibar are included. Private bathrooms come with hot and cold running water, as well as free toiletries. Courtyard Restaurant serves a selection of Indian, European and French cuisines. 24-hour room service is provided. The Governor's Lounge Bar offers a relaxing ambience to catch up with friends over drinks. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide assistance with luggage storage, airport shuttle or fax/photocopying services. Property does not have elevator, to access all the rooms guest can use only staircase.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Narayan
India
“Very quaint property. Good for one time stay. Beautiful architecture.” - Eytan
Israel
“The room was cozy, =big enough with a nice veranda and well equipped. the location is exceptional with many attractions in a short walking distance” - Penelope
United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel with a genuine heritage ambience. Very good food. Good breakfast. Lovely open seating places under exotic trees and arches.” - Sheji
United Kingdom
“The staff were outstanding and responsive. They put service front and centre. Call out to Padmini the housekeeper who went above and beyond to make our stay better. The hotel is in a great location with easy access to the sights in French...” - Marcel
Switzerland
“Special thanks to Mrs. Padmini. She is very friendly and professional - the best housekeeping in India!” - Ajay
New Zealand
“Breakfast and dinner were excellent. Staff were awesome.” - Geetanjali
India
“Location staff food ambience and the old world feel” - Avijit
India
“The breakfast was good, not great. Would have preferred a larger menu” - Premdeep
Kenya
“Loved the attitude of the staff, very friendly, very helpful, especially Prabhu, Diki, Padmini and Gopal who went out of their way to make my husband and I comfortable. We celebrated my husband’s birthday at the property and the staff out did...” - Bridget
United Kingdom
“Beautiful sympathetically restored property in a great location. Exemplary welcome and attention to guests needs.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Courtyard
- CuisineFrench • Indian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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
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.


The fine print
Please note that access to the hotel is partially restricted for 4 wheelers after 17:00. The hotel does not accept any responsibility for the theft/damage/loss of the vehicle or its contents.
Christmas & New Year Eve dinner are mandatory. 24th Dec INR 3999 per person & INR 1999 for Kid between 6 -12 Years. 31st Dec INR 5499 per person & INR 2599 for Kid between 6 -12 Years. To be paid directly at the hotel.
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 Le Dupleix 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.