Palais de Mahe
French Quarter location,
Heritage design,
Rooftop bar
Couples,
Solos
Sitting in the historic French quarter of Pondicherry, Palais de Mahe is just a short walk from the lively promenade and Bay of Bengal seafront.
Aside from the ideal location, it has a relaxing ambience, top quality food and friendly staff within its colonial walls.
It’s our top choice in the city.
An inviting pool sits in the centre of the courtyard of which rooms face down on; an ideal spot to relax and cool off, or perhaps you may want to head up to the rooftop terrace for views over the town. Sip a drink at the cocktail bar or Earth cafe, or head to the restaurant, Les Alizes, known for its delicious Indian dishes with European twists.
If you’re looking for fresh seafood, you’re in luck. The chefs select it daily from the boats coming in at the nearby harbour and plan meals around the catch of the day.
It’s easy to explore here: wander to churches, parks, markets, eateries and boutique shops, all on your doorstep.
The Rooms
Resembling a traditional French-style mansion with yellow and white exteriors, inside you’ll find rooms decorated with local art mixed and modern touches.
In keeping with the colonial theme, rooms are period-style, with traditional high ceilings, roof beams and arched doorways. They all come with sitting areas, luxurious bathrooms and plenty of space.
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