Pondicherry Beaches and Beach Hotels

Pondicherry is a beautiful town and the capital of the Union Territory of Pondicherry in south India. The town is best known for its remarkable levels of French influence that can be seen nowhere else in the Indian subcontinent. Read on to know more about Pondicherry and also check out some great Pondicherry hotels.

Pondicherry in south-eastern India is a famous tourist spot that is considered an ideal holiday spot if one is looking for an exotic location. Pondicherry is the administrative capital of the Union Territory of Pondicherry. Pondicherry was under the French colonial rule for a long time and as a result the influence of its masters have seeped into the local culture and formed a unique heritage. Not for nothing is it called the 'French Riviera of the east'. But even with its rows of French style bakeries and villas, Pondicherry is a typical south Indian town too with its crowded gullies and honking rickshaws. The best and most famous attraction of Pondicherry is its beautiful coastline that is dotted with several beaches.

There are four beaches in Pondicherry and they are its main attractions that draw tourists in hordes. The best part is that the beaches are quite close by and sometimes situated near the city which makes them easily accessible. The beaches are clean and tranquil plus they have wide roads called promenades that are built on the sides. The most famous beach in Pondicherry is the Promenade beach that has a kilometer long road running parallel to the beach. Due to its proximity it is equal distance from most part of the city and is easily accessible. The beach is dotted with several landmarks and memorials such as the War Memorial, a Statue of Joan of Arc, a Statue of Mahatma Gandhi and the old light house, etc. The other three famous beaches are the Paradise beach, Auroville beach and Serenity beach. Located around 7-8kms from the city center the Paradise beach is true to its name. It can be reached by boat and there is also a small creek that flows on one side.
Travelers can easily find numerous hotels in Pondicherry near beach that offer comfortable accommodations and easy locations. Below are two fine Pondicherry beach hotels that you should check out.

Beach Hotels in Pondicherry

Lotus Comfort Hotel is among the finest beach hotels in Pondicherry. The hotel has received a fine 75% customer recommendation which implies it is the first choice for 8 out of 10 travelers. The hotel is known for its location and also for its fine in-house multi cuisine restaurant that serves up some of the finest local dishes. The room rates start from Rs.2350.

Another of the nice Pondicherry beach hotels is Ajantha Sea View that is located near the famous Promenade beach and is 4 kms from the railway station. The property is known for its beautiful location and its superior standard of service. Hotel offers a multi-cuisine restaurant/ bar, utility shop and ayurvedic massage. The rooms cost Rs.3500.