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Pondicherry or Puducherry is one of the seven union territories of India. Pondy, as the locals fondly call it as also known as the “French Capital of India.” It was once under the governance of the Dutch, and then the British until finally the French set up camp here. With the lovely, serene beaches, French colonial architecture across clean endless roads, and vast array of delectable food, a trip to Pondicherry is one of its kind. A living embodiment of the French era Pondicherry is a perfect amalgamation of French and Tamil cultures living in conjunction and at the same time as different entities. One of the best things about a trip to Pondicherry is that, you don’t have to empty your pockets. Everything is quite reasonably priced. You can also find good accommodation within a budget price. Here is a list of Cheap Resorts in Pondicherry that should do the work for you.
L’Escale
This beautiful guesthouse is located just around the Pondicherry Promenade and offers spectacular views of the ocean from the terrace. Enjoy a rooftop breakfast as you soak in the panoramic views and the tranquil atmosphere. The rooms are decorated in French provincial style and are quite attractive and comfortable offering you quite a cosy stay. With all these facilties, L’Escale is the top pick for a budget stay in Pondicherry. There are also several other restaurants in the vicinity.
St. James Court Beach Resort
It is one of the leading resorts in Pondicherry which comes with unmatched hospitality, a gorgeous ambience and stupendous architecture – all of which comes at a price that you can pay without second thought. It is a sea facing property located opposite the Pondicherry Engineering College. It has well furnished rooms offering all kinds of amenities and a comfortable stay. They also have a swimming pool, a lawn, a game room and an open air restaurant. It is a great place to stay for leisure as well as business travellers alike. The resort also has sightseeing services and is one of the most popular resorts among tourists.
Prince Park Resort
Located towards the Auroville Beach, this resort is another popular choice of travellers looking for cheap resorts in Pondicherry. It has studio accommodation, cottages as well as bungalows. All of these rooms are provided with amenities like television, phone, hot water etc. It is fashioned like a farm house and located slightly away from the heart of the city. With its location and design, the resort offers a peaceful and tranquil vacation that will certainly satiate your cravings for solitude and getting away from the rush of city life. You can also enjoy sumptuous meals at the in-house restaurant which serves a good spread of local and international cuisine. It is a great place for a vacation with your family or a group of friends.
Purple Resorts
Air conditioned cuddly rooms furnished with geyser, LCD TV, hair dryer, tea/coffee maker etc, this is another popular choice among tourists travelling to Pondicherry. It is located along the winding long stretch of the east coast road. It is not very far away from the city limits and also has most of the tourist attractions in its proximity. With its warm hospitality and ambience, the place is an apt reflection of the past history of Pondicherry. The resort also has a garden restaurant where you can enjoy your food in the fresh, pollution free air of Pondicherry. If you want to relax a little more, they also have a spa services for you to rejuvenate.
Le Royale Park
If you are looking for cheap resorts in Pondicherry, you will be surprised at how much luxury can come at such a steep price when you make a booking with Le Royale Park resorts. The ambience, the setting, the amenities they offer, coupled with the location make for a perfect getaway. They even have a 24-hour coffee shop, Café de Paris, where you can grab a cup of coffee, small eats and other beverages at any hour of the day. Over the weekends there is also a special buffet. Located in white town, serving up an array of in-house delicacies, and offering services like a swimming pool, sauna, gym etc. the resort does set you up for an experience that will leave you with lingering memories. If you want to spend a relaxed evening sipping sampling wines or sipping cocktails, this is the place you need to lounge at.
A laid back atmosphere and a warm people, silent backwaters all ingredients of a tasteful vacation, Pondicherry is certainly a place you can keep coming back to. Make use of the list of these budget resorts and make the most of your vacation without burning a hole in your pocket.