VILLA THE DE GRISE, Pondicherry
About the Hotel
Villa The De Grise - A family-friendly guest house with a water slide pool, garden, and kitchenette rooms
Villa The De Grise offers a year-round outdoor swimming pool with a water slide, a serene garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Rated 8.1/10 on Booking.com, this 4-star guest house sits in Pondicherry's residential area, 800 yards from Auroville Beach and 6 km from Puducherry Airport. The property provides air-conditioned rooms with balconies, garden views, private bathrooms, and family rooms with fully equipped kitchenettes. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Villa The De Grise, with vegetarian options and breakfast-in-room service. On-site leisure includes billiards, bicycle rental, and a pool cover for cooler days, while practical services cover daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing, dry cleaning, room service, and a paid shuttle. The hotel also offers car hire, free private parking, soundproof rooms, and pet-friendly accommodations with no extra charge for pets, plus pet baskets and bowls. Villa The De Grise maintains security with CCTV in common areas and outside, key card access, and lockers, and provides heating and non-smoking rooms throughout. Nearby cultural landmarks include Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Museum, both within a short drive, and guests can walk to Auroville Beach in 13 minutes. The property includes an outdoor terrace with furniture, a garden, and family-focused amenities such as family rooms and a fireplace in common areas.
Pros
Outdoor pool with water slide, open year-round and equipped with a cover
Free on-site private parking and free WiFi throughout the property
Pet-friendly rooms with no extra charges, including pet baskets and bowls
Kitchenette in family rooms, ideal for extended stays
Billiards and bicycle rental available for on-site activities
Cons
Paid shuttle service only; no complimentary airport transfer
No spa or wellness facilities on the property
Must-do experiences
- Savor authentic Dosa at A2B for a traditional breakfast experience.
- Take a stroll at Promenade Beach during sunrise for stunning views.
- Visit the Pondicherry Museum to uncover rich local history.
- Explore the vibrant Goubert Market for fresh produce and spices.
- Attend a yoga session at Auroville for tranquility and wellness.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Locker room
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Billiard tables
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- In-room breakfast
Children
- Water slides
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV