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Annamalai International Hotel
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7.8

Very good

383 reviews

383 reviews

Housekeeping24
Swimming Pool6
Food & Dining5
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7.9

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - 1.38 kilometers from city center
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 2.2 km
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple 2.3 km
Sri Aurobindo Ashram 2.3 km
Rock Beach 2.6 km
Seaside Promenade 2.6 km
French War Memorial 2.6 km
Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges 2.7 km
Serenity Beach 4.6 km
Chunnambar Boat House 6.5 km
Paradise Beach 7.3 km
Nearby landmarks
S.S. Remedy Hospital 40 m
PHC, Kosapalayam 220 m
Sri Krishna Nursing Home 260 m
Apollo White Dental 320 m
Kaushik Pharmacy 430 m
Viji Clinic 450 m
Dr. R Bhaskaran 520 m
Pet clinic 530 m
Dr.Sharavanan K.Padmanaban 580 m
Mira medicals 580 m

Annamalai International Hotel

479, Kamaraj Salai, Saram, Pondicherry City Center, Pondicherry, India, 605 013 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Pondicherry City Center part of Pondicherry, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Seaside Promenade. This 3-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Currency exchange

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Fitness center

Check-in/out [express]

Luggage storage

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Pondicherry every 2 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.7
Distance to city center1.00 Km
Location rating7.9
Nearest airportPuducherry Airport (PNY)
Distance to airport2.8 km

Rooms available at Annamalai International Hotel

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.1

Premium Room
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  • Room size: 32 m²/344 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Executive Room
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  • Room size: 47 m²/506 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 queen bed
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Standard Triple Room
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  • Room size: 28 m²/301 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 queen bed and 1 futon or ...
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Prestige Room
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  • Room size: 32 m²/344 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 single beds
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Smart Room
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  • No Windows view
  • Shower
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Standard Room
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  • No Windows view
  • Shower
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Suite
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  • No Windows view
  • Shower
  • 1 king bed
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Annamalai Suite
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  • No Windows view
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Room Assigned on Arrival
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  • Shower
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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average travel time to the closest airport from Annamalai International Hotel?

    The average travel time to get from Annamalai International Hotel to the airport is 200 minutes, but please keep in mind that the travel time may vary based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

    What public parks are close by Annamalai International Hotel?

    While lodging at Annamalai International Hotel, enjoy your morning or evening wander at nearby park which include Rainbow Nagar Park, Kurinji Nagar Park, and Patrick School Playground.

    How many floors does Annamalai International Hotel have?

    Annamalai International Hotel has a total of 5 floors.

    How many rooms does Annamalai International Hotel have?

    Annamalai International Hotel has a total of 70 rooms.

    At what time of the year is Annamalai International Hotel most popular?

    Annamalai International Hotel's most popular month where verified guests have stayed the most is in June.

    What is the average rating that past Solo travelers' have given to Annamalai International Hotel?

    Past solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Annamalai International Hotel an average rating of 7.4. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

    What is the average rating that verified Business travelers' have given to Annamalai International Hotel?

    Verified business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Annamalai International Hotel an average rating of 7.4. You can look up more detailed customer ratings and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

    What is the average rating that verified Group travelers have given to Annamalai International Hotel?

    Verified group travelers that have stayed at this property have given Annamalai International Hotel an average rating of 7.8. You can look up more detailed customer ratings and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

    What popular beaches are near by Annamalai International Hotel?

    Annamalai International Hotel is located in the Pondicherry City Center neighborhood, which includes Rock Beach.

    What time is check-in and check-out at Annamalai International Hotel?

    Check-in is from 01:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may inquire about early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Customers checking in or out before or after the designated hours may be charged an additional fee.

    What is the closest airport to Annamalai International Hotel?

    The closest airport to Annamalai International Hotel is Chennai International Airport, 123.0 km away.

    Is breakfast offered at Annamalai International Hotel?

    Wake up to an excellent buffet breakfast at Annamalai International Hotel. Customers can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 250 INR for children and 300 INR for adults if not included in the room rate. You can save more on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the resort.

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    What people love about Annamalai International Hotel

    • 10

      Exceptional
      Staff 

      "Hotel was very clean and also the staff was very cooperative."

      Poonam

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      April 5, 2023

    • 9.6

      Exceptional
      Cleanliness

      "Instead of booking beach side costly hotel, this hotel is better option as it has cleanliness maintained with facilities like roof toop swimming pool, garden an..."

      Puneet

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      January 26, 2023

    • 8.8

      Excellent
      Location

      "Good location."

      Vijayalakshmi

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      April 13, 2023

    Property ranking|Compared to 719 Pondicherry properties
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    Room comfort score
    8.1/10
    Room size
    36 sqm.
    Value for money score
    7.7/10
    Cleanliness score
    8/10
    Better than
    98
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    of Pondicherry properties
    Bigger than
    90
    %
    of Pondicherry properties
    Better than
    88
    %
    of Pondicherry properties
    Better than
    88
    %
    of Pondicherry properties
    Overall rating:

    7.8

    Very good
    383 reviews
    Cleanliness
    8.0
    Facilities
    7.4
    Location
    7.9
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    What travelers say they love:
    Newly built hotel, great location and good service.
    ravi from India
    Family with older children
    More about Annamalai International Hotel

    More about Annamalai International Hotel

    Annamalai International Hotel

    Enjoy both relaxation and an urban cultural exploration with a stay at Annamalai International Hotel, ideally placed just minutes from Pondicherry city center.
    The superior services and facilities offered at Annamalai International Hotel will make for a memorable stay. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. Parking is provided free of charge for guests. You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes.
    The hotel's ticket service and tours can even help you book tickets and reservations for entertainment and explorations. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, a charming and cozy on-site fireplace will keep you warm on cold days and nights. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at Annamalai International Hotel. In-room conveniences such as room service and daily housekeeping will make staying in a great choice.
    The hotel is entirely non-smoking.
    Guests are guaranteed a comfortable stay while at Annamalai International Hotel. To enhance your stay, some rooms at the hotel come with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some rooms have television to keep guests entertained. You may be assured to know that a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee and mini bar are available in some select rooms.
    You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer, toiletries and towels provided in some of the guest bathrooms.


    Dining and things to do

    Wake up with no worries at Annamalai International Hotel, where breakfast can be provided in house. Throughout your stay, choose from a variety of delicious dining options at the hotel. Once there, be sure to check out bar for some in-house nighttime fun.
    Never let a day go wasted when you're at Annamalai International Hotel with all the activities and facilities provided. While you're there, be sure to take some time to explore the easily accessible beach. With the hotel's fitness facility, you can either get in your daily workout, or just sweat out your jet lag. You can find a perfect memento of your trip, or grab some simple travel supplies at the souvenir shops.


    Around the property

    Venture outside the hotel and explore Pondicherry. Sometimes the best vacation days are spent doing nothing. With Paradise Beach located 7.4 km away, you can turn a sunny day into a perfect chill out with sand and surf. You're sure to want to visit Chunnambar Boat House located 6.4 km away, among the most sought-after photographs for anyone visiting Pondicherry.


    Reasons to stay here

    Verified reviews score this hotel higher than 89% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
    Verified reviews for this hotel's food and dining options score it better than 98% of accommodations in the city.
    This accommodation beats more than 97% of competition in the city on room comfort.

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    Amenities and facilities

    Very good
    Facilities

    7.4

    Most talked about facilities

    Breakfast

    5 mentions

    Housekeeping

    5 mentions

    Food & Dining

    4 mentions

    Swimming Pool

    3 mentions

    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Tamil
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Internet access
    • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
    • Internet
    • Internet services
    • Wi-Fi in public areas
    Things to do, ways to relax
    • Fitness center
    • Swimming pool [outdoor]
    • Ticket services
    • Tours
    Cleanliness and safety
    • Anti-viral cleaning products
    • Body thermometer
    • Breakfast takeaway service
    • Cashless payment service
    • Daily disinfection in all rooms
    • Daily disinfection in common areas
    • Doctor/nurse on call
    • First aid kit
    • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
    • Hand sanitizer
    • Hot water linen and laundry washing
    • Hygiene certification
    • Individually-wrapped food options
    • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
    • Professional-grade sanitizing services
    • Room sanitization opt-out available
    • Rooms sanitized between stays
    • Safe dining setup
    • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
    • Staff trained in safety protocol
    Dining, drinking, and snacking
    • Bar
    • Breakfast [buffet]
    • Restaurants
    • Room service
    Services and conveniences
    • Air conditioning in public area
    • Concierge
    • Currency exchange
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Doorman
    • Dry cleaning
    • Elevator
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Fireplace
    • Food delivery
    • Gift/souvenir shop
    • Grooming service
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry service
    • Luggage storage
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    • Safety deposit boxes
    • Smoke-free property
    • Smoking area
    • Terrace
    • Xerox/fax in business center
    For the kids
    • Family room
    • Swimming pool [kids]
    Access
    • CCTV in common areas
    • CCTV outside property
    • Check-in/out [express]
    • Fire extinguisher
    • Front desk [24-hour]
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Pets allowed
    • Safety/security feature
    • Security [24-hour]
    • Smoke alarms
    • Soundproof rooms
    Getting around
    • Airport transfer
    • Car park [free of charge]
    • Rental car
    Available in all rooms
    • Accessible by elevator
    • Air conditioning
    • Blackout curtains
    • Closet
    • Clothes rack
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • DVD/CD player
    • Electric kettle
    • Free bottled water
    • Hair dryer
    • In-room safe box
    • Ironing facilities
    • LAN Internet in room [charges apply]
    • Linens
    • Locker
    • Mini bar
    • Private bathroom
    • Refrigerator
    • Safety/security feature
    • Satellite/cable channels
    • Seating area
    • Shower
    • Soundproofing
    • Swimming pool [direct access]
    • Telephone
    • Tile/marble flooring
    • Toiletries
    • Towels
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-Fi [charges apply]

    Food and dining

    Breakfast options
    • Continental
    • Buffet
    Restaurants on site
    THE RENNAISSANCE ROOM
    • Cuisine: Chinese, French, Indian
    • Menu: Buffet, A-la-carte

    Location

    479, Kamaraj Salai, Saram, Pondicherry City Center, Pondicherry, India, 605 013
    Very good
    Location

    7.9

    Airports
    • Puducherry Airport (PNY)
      2.8 km
    • Chennai International Airport (MAA)
      123.4 km
    Public transportation
    • Puducherry Railway Station
      2.4 km
    • Marapalam Bus Stop
      2.9 km
    Hospital or clinic
    • S.S. Remedy Hospital
      40 m
    Shopping
    • Anokhi
      2.5 km
    Cash withdrawal
    • ATM
      1.4 km

    What's nearby

    Popular landmarks
    • Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
      2.2 km
    • Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
      2.3 km
    • Sri Aurobindo Ashram
      2.3 km
    • Rock Beach
      2.6 km
    • Seaside Promenade
      2.6 km
    • French War Memorial
      2.6 km
    • Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges
      2.7 km
    • Serenity Beach
      4.6 km
    • Chunnambar Boat House
      6.5 km
    • Paradise Beach
      7.3 km
    Nearby landmarks
    • S.S. Remedy Hospital
      40 m
    • PHC, Kosapalayam
      220 m
    • Sri Krishna Nursing Home
      260 m
    • Apollo White Dental
      320 m
    • Kaushik Pharmacy
      430 m
    • Viji Clinic
      450 m
    • Dr. R Bhaskaran
      520 m
    • Pet clinic
      530 m
    • Dr.Sharavanan K.Padmanaban
      580 m
    • Mira medicals
      580 m
    Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

    Property policies

    Children and extra beds

    Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

    All children are welcome.

    Infant 0-1 year(s)
    Stay for free if using existing bedding.
    Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
    Children 2-5 year(s)
    Stay for free if using existing bedding.
    If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
    Guests 6 years and older are considered as adults
    Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
    Others
    • This is a strictly non-smoking property.
    • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Some helpful facts

    Check-in/Check-out
    • Check-in from13:00
    • Check-out until11:00
    • Reception open until00:00
    Getting around
    • Airport transfer fee3500 INR
    • Distance from city center1.00 Km
    • Travel time to airport (minutes)200
    Extras
    • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)300 INR
    The property
    • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
    • Number of bars/lounges1
    • Number of floors5
    • Number of restaurants2
    • Number of rooms 70
    • Room voltage220
    • Year property opened2001
    • Most recent renovation2016

    Property announcements

    This is a strictly non-smoking property.

    Please note that any changes in tax structure due to government policies will result in revised taxes, which will be applicable to all reservations and will be charged additionally during check out.

    Reviews of Annamalai International Hotel from real guests

    Provided by verified guests of Agoda
    7.8
    /
    10
    Cleanliness8.0
    Facilities7.4
    Location7.9
    Room comfort and quality8.1
    Service7.9
    Value for money7.7
    High score for Pondicherry
    Rating
    9+ Exceptional (52)
    8-9 Excellent (27)
    7-8 Very Good (27)
    6-7 Good (10)
    <6 Below Expectation (43)
    Time of the year
    Mar - May (31)
    Jun - Aug (24)
    Sep - Nov (32)
    Dec - Feb (72)

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Jebaselvi from India
    Couple
    Premium Room
    Stayed 1 night in January 2023

    Good stay with all amenities”

    Rooms were clean with all necessary amenities. Nice place to stay in the centre of the city.

    Reviewed January 02, 2023

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    9.6
    Exceptional
    Puneet from India
    Family with young children
    Premium Room
    Stayed 3 nights in January 2023

    Decent hotel in pondicherry city centre”

    Instead of booking beach side costly hotel, this hotel is better option as it has cleanliness maintained with facilities like roof toop swimming pool, garden and spacious parking. 24hrs room service. Overall a nice place for 2-3 days stay.

    Reviewed January 27, 2023

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Varun from India
    Group
    Premium Room
    Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

    Good for Stay !!”

    Nice Hotel, Friendly and Welcoming Staff. Food is good. Clean Room and Toilets.

    Reviewed January 15, 2023

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Habeebah from Singapore
    Family with young children
    Standard Triple Room
    Stayed 1 night in March 2022

    Pleasant stay, wonderful staff care”

    I was so impress mee with the staff and the follow ups they did to ensure everything was fine. One particular staff at reception, Suganya went above and beyond and I gave her a small gift cos she really touched my heart with the way she took great care of a foreign traveller.

    Reviewed March 22, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Keerthiraj from India
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in June 2022

    Nice hotel to stay ”

    Nice hotel good location and neat and clean all staff are very help full we really enjoyed our stay Food very teasty

    Reviewed June 26, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Habeebah from Singapore
    Family with teens
    Standard Triple Room
    Stayed 1 night in March 2022

    Great stay but room service could be improved!!”

    We had asked to borrow plates cos we had relatives who sent us home cooked food but was charged 10 rupees for eat paper plate.

    Reviewed March 22, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Suja from India
    Family with young children
    Premium Room
    Stayed 3 nights in November 2021

    Exceptional”

    We visited Pondicherry for 3 days and stayed at the Annamalai International hotel. The stay was extremely pleasant. The staff are very cordial and helpful. The restaurant is also very good, the food is tasty and good for tummy. Overall a very good hotel for a great stay.

    Reviewed November 12, 2021

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    Dear Sir, Greetings from Hotel Annamalai International!!! Thank you for taking time to post your review about your experience at Hotel Annamalai International, Pondicherry. I am very grateful for your ratings about the service and facilities of our hotel. Postive review from our guests is always a strong motivation to all of us to continuously provide a high level of services to our guests. The team at the hotel and I look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards Sivagami

    Responded December 27, 2021
    Annamalai International Hotel
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Habeebah from Singapore
    Family with teens
    Stayed 1 night in April 2022

    Safe, clean and hygiene. Friendly staff at reception ”

    Room service charges 10 rps for each plate you borrow.

    Reviewed April 05, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Rajkumar from India
    Family with teens
    Executive Room
    Stayed 3 nights in January 2020

    Exceptional”

    We stayed in the hotel for 2 days. We enjoyed the stay there. Smiling staff, clean rooms and good environment made up our stay more comfortable. We enjoyed the food very much.

    Reviewed January 06, 2020

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    9.6
    Exceptional
    Bushra from India
    Couple
    Premium Room
    Stayed 4 nights in January 2023

    Nice clean hotel”

    Rooms were big and nice. Facilities were good.

    Reviewed January 12, 2023

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    9.6
    Exceptional
    Mohammed from India
    Family with young children
    Premium Room
    Stayed 2 nights in October 2022

    Excellent.. worth the money.”

    The hotel has good facilities.. Good staff who are helpful. Requested for an early check in and they fulfilled it. Just the breakfast should have more variety.

    Reviewed October 05, 2022

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    9.6
    Exceptional
    Thane from Malaysia
    Family with teens
    Premium Room
    Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

    Parents with Kids ”

    Wonderful place to go with kids nice pool, good staffs and lovely ambiance.

    Reviewed January 02, 2023

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    sanjay from India
    Family with young children
    Room Assigned on Arrival
    Stayed 1 night in November 2021

    Good for pleasure!”

    Nice hotel amidst of Pondy....royal receiption , restaurant, rooms , swimming pool makes you feel special!!

    Reviewed November 11, 2021

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    Dear Sir, Greetings from Hotel Annamalai International!!! Thank you for taking time to post your review about your experience at Hotel Annamalai International, Pondicherry. I am very grateful for your ratings about the service and facilities of our hotel. Postive review from our guests is always a strong motivation to all of us to continuously provide a high level of services to our guests. The team at the hotel and I look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards Sivagami

    Responded December 27, 2021
    Annamalai International Hotel
    9.6
    Exceptional
    Anuradha from India
    Couple
    Executive Room
    Stayed 2 nights in March 2022

    Value for Money Deal”

    Hotel is located in the heart of the city. Its is a clean and silent hotel with great staff and good amenities. One of the recommened place to stay.

    Reviewed March 28, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Anirudh from India
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 6 nights in December 2021

    Best value and luxury hotel l”

    Pool, bar, TV, WiFi all facilities given, rooms are splendid, spacious and top notch

    Reviewed December 15, 2021

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    Dear Sir, Greetings from Hotel Annamalai International!!! Thank you for taking time to post your review about your experience at Hotel Annamalai International, Pondicherry. I am very grateful for your ratings about the service and facilities of our hotel. Postive review from our guests is always a strong motivation to all of us to continuously provide a high level of services to our guests. The team at the hotel and I look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards Sivagami

    Responded December 27, 2021
    Annamalai International Hotel
    10.0
    Exceptional
    M from India
    Couple
    Premium Room
    Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

    Super location ”

    Best hotel and rooms are nice

    Reviewed November 25, 2022

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    9.6
    Exceptional
    Shinu from India
    Family with young children
    Premium Room
    Stayed 2 nights in October 2022

    Great stay”

    The staff were really helpful. Good restuarant as well. Our kid has injured himself and staff were very helpful in providing us first aid kit

    Reviewed November 04, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Subramanian from India
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in January 2022

    Stay was very comfortable.”

    Overall very good accomodation and food.

    Reviewed January 28, 2022

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    Dear Sir, Greetings from Hotel Annamalai International!!! Thank you for taking time to post your review about your experience at Hotel Annamalai International, Pondicherry. I am very grateful for your ratings about the service and facilities of our hotel. Postive review from our guests is always a strong motivation to all of us to continuously provide a high level of services to our guests. The team at the hotel and I look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards Sivagami

    Responded February 02, 2022
    Annamalai International Hotel
    10.0
    Exceptional
    AJAY from India
    Family with teens
    Premium Room
    Stayed 1 night in August 2022

    Stay at Pondicherry”

    Nice economical stay option at Pondicherry

    Reviewed August 07, 2022

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Naveen from India
    Group
    Stayed 1 night in February 2022

    The Best”

    Loved my one night stay here. Excellent 5/5

    Reviewed February 17, 2022

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