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The Richmond

3.0 star property
Hotel in Puducherry with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Reception
Exterior
Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Richmond in White Town's center blends colonial charm with modern amenities. Enjoy local specialties at The Bistro, relax with a newspaper, or explore the nearby promenade beach. The hotel offers dry cleaning services and free self-parking.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in White Town, a neighborhood in Puducherry, The Richmond is near a train station and near the beach. Aayi Mandapam and Sacred Heart of Jesus are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens and Pogo Land.
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12 Labourdonnais Street, Puducherry, Pondicherry, 605001

What's nearby

  • Pondicherry Promenade Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sacred Heart of Jesus - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pondicherry Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sri Aurobindo Ashram - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Pondicherry-Puducherry Station - 9 min walk
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Garden Pondy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ajantha Sea View Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Udupi Ruchi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Madam Shanthe's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mer Brise - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Richmond

Hotel located in White Town
Consider a stay at The Richmond and take advantage of free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Richmond feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Richmond Hotel Pondicherry
Richmond Pondicherry
The Richmond Hotel
The Richmond Puducherry
The Richmond Hotel Puducherry

Frequently asked questions

Is The Richmond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Richmond?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Richmond?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at The Richmond?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Richmond located?

Located in White Town, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges, Jawahar Toy Museum, and Pondicherry Promenade Beach. Notre Dame de Anges and Bharathi Park are also within 10 minutes. Pondicherry-Puducherry Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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