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Hotel Grand Serenaa
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7.6

Very good

139 reviews

139 reviews

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7.0

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Serenity Beach 7.1 km
Sri Aurobindo Ashram 8.2 km
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple 8.3 km
Rock Beach 8.4 km
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 8.6 km
Seaside Promenade 8.7 km
French War Memorial 8.7 km
Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges 8.9 km
Chunnambar Boat House 12.3 km
Paradise Beach 13.4 km
Nearby landmarks
Pebble Garden 320 m
The Mud Pool 1.2 km
Buddha Garden 2.0 km
Irumbai Temple 2.1 km
Visitors' Center Car Parking 2.3 km
Solitude Farm 2.4 km
Stonehenge 2.7 km
Kottakarai 2.8 km
Sapney Organic Farm 3.0 km
Playground 3.1 km

Hotel Grand Serenaa

164/1, Pondicherry to Thindivanam, Road Near Auroville, T. C koot Road , Thiruchitrambalam ,, Auroville, Pondicherry, India, 605111 - 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 Auroville 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. Rated with 3.5 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, fitness center and indoor pool on-site.

Highlights

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Currency exchange

Air conditioning

Facilities

Airport transfer

Bicycle rental

Valet parking

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Swimming pool [indoor]

Spa

Front desk [24-hour]

Check-in/out [express]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Pondicherry every 3 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.8
Distance to city center9.6 km
Location rating7.0
Nearest airportPuducherry Airport (PNY)
Distance to airport4.5 km

Rooms available at Hotel Grand Serenaa

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.2

Maple Room
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds or 1 double b...
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Grand Villa
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Pool view
  • 1 double bed
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Suite Villa
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  • Room size: 74 m²/797 ft²
  • Pool view
  • 1 double bed
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Daffodil room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
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Marigold Room
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  • Room size: 74 m²/797 ft²
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Deluxe Room
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  • Room size: 33 m²/355 ft²
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Daffodil room
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  • Room size: 73 m²/786 ft²
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Suite Villa
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    Double King Size Bed
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      Maple Executive Room
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        Frequently asked questions

        What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

        How do I get to Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Hotel Grand Serenaa is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 300 INR. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Hotel Grand Serenaa has a car park available for guests. Parking is free for guests. Parking options include a full-service valet for total ease. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Pondicherry with private transportation, the hotel can arrange both taxis or car rental.

        Is breakfast offered at Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 500 INR if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hotel.

        What are my dining options at Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Hotel Grand Serenaa features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience.

        What is the smoking policy at Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Hotel Grand Serenaa does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

        What restaurants are nearby Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Hotel Grand Serenaa is located in Auroville, famous for good restaurants such as Tanto, Bread and Chocolate and Ganesh Backery.

        What are popular attractions near Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Guests at Hotel Grand Serenaa can easily visit Playground, Sound Garden and Park of Unity located in the Auroville area.

        What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Hotel Grand Serenaa?

        Hotel Grand Serenaa is located in the Auroville area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Sapney Organic Farm, Banyan Tree and Neem.

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        What people love about Hotel Grand Serenaa

        • 8.8

          Excellent
          Cleanliness

          "We enjoyed the swimming pool which is very clean as well."

          Pravin

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          December 6, 2022

        • 8

          Very good
          Cleanliness

          "Am stay in 2 days and room also clean and service also good."

          Vinothkumar

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          January 4, 2021

        • 7.6

          Very good
          Location

          "Very good location and good price."

          Kiran

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          March 18, 2023

        Property ranking|Compared to 693 Pondicherry properties
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        Room comfort score
        8.2/10
        Room size
        42 sqm.
        Value for money score
        7.7/10
        Service score
        7.7/10
        Better than
        98
        %
        of Pondicherry properties
        Bigger than
        92
        %
        of Pondicherry properties
        Better than
        89
        %
        of Pondicherry properties
        Better than
        87
        %
        of Pondicherry properties
        Overall rating:

        7.6

        Very good
        118 reviews
        Cleanliness
        7.6
        Facilities
        7.7
        Location
        7.0
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        What travelers say they love:
        Had a very good experience in stay
        Balamurugan from India
        Family with older children
        More about Hotel Grand Serenaa

        More about Hotel Grand Serenaa

        Hotel Grand Serenaa

        Hotel Grand Serenaa is a distinct addition to Pondicherry and a smart choice for travelers. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, get the most out of your trip with a stay at Hotel Grand Serenaa.
        Hotel Grand Serenaa offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to travelers. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. If you need a ride from or to the airport, the hotel can arrange it before your check-in date. Taxi and car hire services provided by the hotel make it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Pondicherry.
        If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the hotel's free parking, right on-site. The hotel provides front desk services such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes for guests' convenience. If you need, the ticket service and tours can even help you book tickets and reservations at all the best shows and programs nearby. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at the hotel will keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available.
        For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you make the most of your room. Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
        Each guestroom at Hotel Grand Serenaa is furnished and equipped with handy amenities. Some rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. In-room entertainment such as daily newspaper, television and cable TV is provided for guests in some selected rooms. The hotel also offers a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms for when you feel like it is needed.
        It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms.


        Dining and things to do

        If you don't feel like going out to eat, you can always opt for the delicious dining options at the hotel. A night in at the hotel's bar can be as fun as a night out with your travel companions. Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house BBQ facilities available here.
        Hotel Grand Serenaa offers wonderful recreational facilities for guests to enjoy. Finish your vacation days right by dropping in at the spa. Start your vacation off right with a dip in the pool. Fitness lovers who want to keep up their routine on vacation can drop in at the hotel's fitness facility.
        Have some easy fun without traveling far, while playing ping-pong table at Hotel Grand Serenaa. Have fun with your friends or family, or even meet new people at the games room.


        Around the property

        One doesn't need to look far as the hotel enjoys close proximity to sightseeing options and local attractions. Keep your vacation simple, with a visit to Paradise Beach just 13.6 km away, where the ocean breeze makes you instantly feel relaxed. Get a photograph of yourself in front of Chunnambar Boat House located 12.2 km away, a must-see for anyone visiting Pondicherry.


        Reasons to stay here

        Guests who stayed here rated the facilities above 90% of other accommodations in the city.
        Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 97% of the city's accommodation.
        It's hard to beat the room comfort here, which is rated higher than 98% of other accommodations in Pondicherry.

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        Amenities and facilities

        Very good
        Facilities

        7.7

        Most talked about facilities

        Food & Dining

        6 mentions

        Swimming Pool

        2 mentions

        Housekeeping

        2 mentions

        Breakfast

        1 mention

        Languages spoken
        • English
        • Hindi
        • Tamil
        Internet access
        • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
        • Internet
        • Wi-Fi in public areas
        Things to do, ways to relax
        • Billiards
        • Fitness center
        • Game room
        • Garden
        • Spa
        • Spa/sauna
        • Swimming pool [indoor]
        • Swimming pool [outdoor]
        • Table tennis
        • Ticket services
        • Tours
        Dining, drinking, and snacking
        • Bar
        • BBQ facilities
        • Restaurants
        • Room service [24-hour]
        Services and conveniences
        • Concierge
        • Currency exchange
        • Daily housekeeping
        • Dry cleaning
        • Elevator
        • Facilities for disabled guests
        • Ironing service
        • Laundry service
        • Luggage storage
        • Meeting/banquet facilities
        • Safety deposit boxes
        • Smoking area
        For the kids
        • Family room
        • Playground
        • Swimming pool [kids]
        Access
        • Check-in/out [express]
        • Front desk [24-hour]
        • Pets allowed
        • Security [24-hour]
        Getting around
        • Airport transfer
        • Car park [free of charge]
        • Rental car
        • Taxi service
        • Valet parking
        Sports equipment rental
        • Bicycle rental
        Available in all rooms
        • Air conditioning
        • Blackout curtains
        • Coffee/tea maker
        • Daily newspaper
        • Free bottled water
        • Hair dryer
        • Mini bar
        • Non-smoking
        • Shower
        • Telephone
        • Toiletries
        • Wake-up service

        Location

        164/1, Pondicherry to Thindivanam, Road Near Auroville, T. C koot Road , Thiruchitrambalam ,, Auroville, Pondicherry, India, 605111
        Good
        Location

        7

        Airports
        • Puducherry Airport (PNY)
          4.5 km
        • Chennai International Airport (MAA)
          119.3 km
        Public transportation
        • Villiyanur
          8.3 km
        • Puducherry Railway Station
          8.8 km
        Hospital or clinic
        • PHC, Sedarapet
          3.4 km
        Shopping
        • Anokhi
          8.7 km

        What's nearby

        Popular landmarks
        • Serenity Beach
          7.1 km
        • Sri Aurobindo Ashram
          8.2 km
        • Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
          8.3 km
        • Rock Beach
          8.4 km
        • Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
          8.6 km
        • Seaside Promenade
          8.7 km
        • French War Memorial
          8.7 km
        • Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges
          8.9 km
        • Chunnambar Boat House
          12.3 km
        • Paradise Beach
          13.4 km
        Nearby landmarks
        • Pebble Garden
          320 m
        • The Mud Pool
          1.2 km
        • Buddha Garden
          2.0 km
        • Irumbai Temple
          2.1 km
        • Visitors' Center Car Parking
          2.3 km
        • Solitude Farm
          2.4 km
        • Stonehenge
          2.7 km
        • Kottakarai
          2.8 km
        • Sapney Organic Farm
          3.0 km
        • Playground
          3.1 km
        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 0-2 year(s)
        Stay for free if using existing bedding.
        Baby cot/crib available upon request
        Children 3-6 year(s)
        Stay for free if using existing bedding.
        If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
        Guests 7 years and older are considered as adults
        Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
        Others
        • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

        Some helpful facts

        Check-in/Check-out
        • Check-in from14:00
        • Check-out until10:00
        Getting around
        • Airport transfer fee300 INR
        • Distance from city center9.6 km
        • Travel time to airport (minutes)11
        Extras
        • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)500 INR
        The property
        • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
        • Number of floors2
        • Number of restaurants1
        • Number of rooms 70
        • Room voltage220
        • Year property opened2014

        Property announcements

        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 Hotel Grand Serenaa from real guests

        Provided by verified guests of Agoda
        7.6
        /
        10
        Cleanliness7.6
        Facilities7.7
        Location7.0
        Room comfort and quality8.2
        Service7.8
        Value for money7.8
        High score for Pondicherry
        Rating
        9+ Exceptional (21)
        8-9 Excellent (9)
        7-8 Very Good (13)
        6-7 Good (3)
        <6 Below Expectation (18)
        Time of the year
        Mar - May (10)
        Jun - Aug (14)
        Sep - Nov (18)
        Dec - Feb (22)

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        10.0
        Exceptional
        SATHISH
        Family with young children
        Maple Room
        Stayed 2 nights in April 2019

        GRAND SERENAA HOTEL AND RESORT - REVIEW”

        I had been to Grand Serenaa hotel and resort with my family. Though it is in outskirt to Pondicherry city,its been very good place to stay with family. Very neat rooms, friendly staffs, good restaurant, clean swimming pool, very polite Management and very big parking space. For kids you have play area, indoor play room, cycling etc Overall its worth staying in Grand Serenaa.

        Reviewed April 29, 2019

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        Dear Mr. Sathish , Greetings and thank you from Grand Serenaa Hotel & Resorts –Puducherry!!!! It is pleasures for us to know that you had a great stay with us. We are also happy that you will keep wonderful memories of your experience in Pondicherry @ Grand Serenaa. Your eagerness and sincere esteem make us proud of what we do every day and encourage us to do better and better. As far as I am concerned, I would to say "thank you" in person for your being so nice with your review. Our Team and I do hope to have you as our guests again!

        Responded May 02, 2019
        Hotel Grand Serenaa
        10.0
        Exceptional
        Krishnadoss from India
        Couple
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in October 2020

        Good stopover stay!”

        I was travelling long and enroute stayed here with family. Due to COVID19, with limited staff, this facility is being maintained. Had a good homely food with good hospitality. Peace guaranteed!

        Reviewed October 30, 2020

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        10.0
        Exceptional
        Balamurugan from India
        Family with teens
        Room Assigned on Arrival
        Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

        Best stay for family with children”

        Had a very good experience in stay

        Reviewed June 07, 2022

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        10.0
        Exceptional
        Ramzauva from India
        Group
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in July 2018

        Exceptional”

        One of the best deals I got on a high end hotel. Highly satisfied.

        Reviewed January 18, 2019

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        Dear Sir, Greetings and thank you from Grand Serenaa Hotel & Resorts –Puducherry, It is pleasures for us to know that you had a great stay with us. We are also happy that you will keep wonderful memories of your experience in Pondicherry @ Grand Serenaa. Your eagerness and sincere esteem make us proud of what we do every day and encourage us to do better and better. As far as I am concerned, I would to say "thank you" in person for your being so nice with your review. Our Team and I do hope to have you as our guests again!

        Responded March 21, 2019
        Hotel Grand Serenaa
        9.6
        Exceptional
        Kamalesh from India
        Couple
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in September 2021

        Nice place to stay”

        Good staff Response.. As a couple it was nice place to stay.. Little Away from Pondicherry Town but landscape was good and makes like hills station Efforts....

        Reviewed September 03, 2021

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        10.0
        Exceptional
        Raghul from India
        Group
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in September 2021

        Nice stay ”

        Had nice and pleasant experience !

        Reviewed March 22, 2022

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        10.0
        Exceptional
        Govardhanan from India
        Family with young children
        Grand Villa
        Stayed 1 night in October 2020

        Exceptional”

        Very good location and best hotel

        Reviewed October 19, 2020

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        10.0
        Exceptional
        Deivaprakash from India
        Family with young children
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in March 2022

        Exceptional”

        Good place for a stay with family.

        Reviewed March 20, 2022

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        9.2
        Exceptional
        VINAY from India
        Couple
        Maple Room
        Stayed 2 nights in December 2019

        Best hospitality”

        Hotel Grand Serena made my pondy trip with a sweet memorable moment. This resort hospitality best and interacting with a customer is really good and overall it is worth for your money & resort is simply super

        Reviewed December 26, 2019

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        Dear Guest , Greetings and thank you from Grand Serenaa Hotel & Resorts –Puducherry !!! It is pleasures for us to know that you had a great stay with us. We are also happy that you will keep wonderful memories of your experience in Pondicherry @ Grand Serenaa. Your eagerness and sincere esteem make us proud of what we do every day and encourage us to do better and better. As far as I am concerned, I would to say "thank you" in person for your being so nice with your review. Our Team and I do hope to have you as our guests again!

        Responded January 08, 2020
        Hotel Grand Serenaa
        9.2
        Exceptional
        Sandosh from India
        Family with young children
        Grand Villa
        Stayed 1 night in January 2019

        Value for money ”

        Very nice resort the rooms are very clean and food was very good

        Reviewed January 07, 2019

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        Dear Sir, Greetings and thank you from Grand Serenaa Hotel & Resorts -Puducherry…!!! Thank you for the review. Happy that you had a great stay with us. We will give our best service always in future … Looking forward your visit....

        Responded March 21, 2019
        Hotel Grand Serenaa
        8.4
        Excellent
        Rahul from India
        Couple
        Grand Villa
        Stayed 2 nights in July 2021

        A Good clean place for stay. But no beach near by”

        If you are okay to travel 10km to Pondicherry from the place you stay, then this place is for you. The stay is amazing and the staffs are very helpful. The food might be slightly high priced. It is not exactly in Pondicherry, it is near to the Pondicherry - Tindivanam Highway and Auroville. So if you expect a beach nearby it's approx 10kms away from your stay.

        Reviewed February 27, 2022

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        8.8
        Excellent
        Asrith from India
        Couple
        Grand Villa
        Stayed 2 nights in September 2021

        Beautiful resort with Pictorial facilities. ”

        We would love to check in once again when we visit Pondy, scenic view at all spots in resort and well maintained ambience. Temperature controlled pool worth it. Only 15-20 mins journey to beach in 4 wheeler

        Reviewed September 21, 2021

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        9.2
        Exceptional
        Ravikumar from India
        Couple
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in October 2021

        Exceptional”

        We enjoyed the trip and stay. The swimming pool was awesome. Thanks 🙏🙏

        Reviewed October 26, 2021

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        9.2
        Exceptional
        Kalpana
        Couple
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in January 2019

        Exceptional”

        Beautiful Property. Great breakfast. Neat Rooms. Highly recommend this place.

        Reviewed January 06, 2019

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        Dear Guest , Greetings and thank you from Grand Serenaa Hotel & Resorts –Puducherry, It is pleasures for us to know that you had a great stay with us. We are also happy that you will keep wonderful memories of your experience in Pondicherry @ Grand Serenaa. Your eagerness and sincere esteem make us proud of what we do every day and encourage us to do better and better. As far as I am concerned, I would to say "thank you" in person for your being so nice with your review. Our Team and I do hope to have you as our guests again!

        Responded March 21, 2019
        Hotel Grand Serenaa
        8.8
        Excellent
        Senthil from India
        Family with young children
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in January 2021

        Excellent stay”

        Best place to spend with family in Pondicherry. Breakfast buffet had wide varieties to munch on.

        Reviewed February 10, 2021

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        9.2
        Exceptional
        Deepak from India
        Couple
        Grand Villa
        Stayed 1 night in September 2021

        Nice Place”

        Value of money

        Reviewed September 30, 2021

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        8.0
        Excellent
        Vinothkumar from India
        Family with teens
        Maple Room
        Stayed 2 nights in January 2021

        Good service and support”

        Am stay in 2 days and room also clean and service also good. Break fast is super and delicious

        Reviewed January 04, 2021

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        8.4
        Excellent
        Velumani
        Family with young children
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in October 2019

        Pondy ”

        Good one in Pondy

        Reviewed September 22, 2020

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        7.6
        Very good
        Regis from India
        Family with young children
        Maple Room
        Stayed 3 nights in June 2019

        Stay was good ”

        Resort is good to stay however facilities are limited, Swimming pool was on Maintainance, it’s a mid range resort value for money. Food from restaurant was good, breakfast could be better.

        Reviewed June 29, 2019

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        Dear Guest, Greetings and thank you from Grand Serenaa Hotel & Resorts -Puducherry…!!! Thank you for given your review in Goibibo. Happy that you had a great stay with us. We will give our best service always in future … Looking forward your visit....

        Responded January 08, 2020
        Hotel Grand Serenaa
        7.2
        Very good
        Vasanth from India
        Couple
        Maple Room
        Stayed 1 night in March 2020

        Decent hotel”

        Not too expensive but still expensive when compared other top hotels in pondicherry. Located far from city. Beautiful swimming pool with clean water. 4/5 I would rate.

        Reviewed May 02, 2022

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