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Stay at the French Marigold Retreat

White Town

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Accomodation Packages

Room 1

₹ 2,942 /guest ( Excl. Taxes )

Room 2

₹ 2,942 /guest ( Excl. Taxes )

Room 3

₹ 2,942 /guest ( Excl. Taxes )

Extra Bed

₹ 981 /guest ( Excl. Taxes )

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About the experience

When you think of Pondicherry, you picture rows of elegant Franco-Tamil style houses draped with delicate pink blooms of bougainvillea and quaint winding lanes that take you on a journey through the regions rich colonial past. On your next visit to this beautiful Union Territory, step into Pondy’s past at the French Marigold Retreat, a peaceful haven that takes you away from the noise of the concrete jungle and allows you to connect with yourself on a deeper, more spiritual level.  

Painted a soft marigold, the French Marigold Retreat was once owned by Leon Guerre, the first Mayor of Pondicherry and is around 200 years old. The owners are clearly history buffs, as each room has been maintained and restored to reflect the villa as it looked like in the past. With vintage furniture that has been sourced from old homes that were being demolished, the retreat offers you airy spaces full of natural golden light, lush green gardens and comfy antique furniture that invite you to sink into it and relax.  

 The best part of the retreat is that it believes in maintaining an atmosphere of peace, with minimal noise to disturb its guests that enjoy their time practicing Yoga or meditation in this refreshing seaside town. During the lazy afternoon, you can head to the courtyard and enjoy a cup of tea as the light trickles down through the greenery or you can even feast on a traditional South Indian breakfast, complete with fluffy idlis and tangy green chutneys.  

Amenities

In-House Chef

In-House Chef

Library

Library

Laundry Service

Laundry Service

Things to Do

  1. Enjoy a delicious South Indian breakfast in the emerald, well-manicured garden.
  2. Sit at one of the nearby cafés or restaurants and sketch or paint.
  3. Love architecture? Stroll around the lanes that wind about the heritage stay and uncover beautiful houses that have a rich history. 
  4. Practice yoga on the terrace.
  5. Pamper yourself with an in-house massage (extra charges apply).
  6. Learn about Tamil culture by taking a walk at the vibrant, bustling Tamil Quarter. 
  7. Read a book and spend time relaxing in the common living room. 
  8. Take a trip to Auroville and witness the iconic Matrimandir
  9. Walk down the Promenade at the Rock Beach or sip on a drink in one of the many beachside cafés.

What customers are saying:

  • Any cancellation intimated more than 45 days from check-in: 0% Penalty, Full Refund*
  • Any cancellation intimated between 30 - 44 days from check-in: 25% Penalty, 75% Refund*
  • Any cancellation intimated between 15-29 days from check-in: 50% Penalty, 50% Refund*
  • Any cancellation intimated less than 15 days from check-in: 100% Penalty, No Refund*
  • During the COVID-19 Pandemic, a Full Refund* will be given in case of official lockdowns, travel bans or recent positive test results with proof.
  • *Any review/reconsideration of above cancellation/refund terms will be at the discretion of the management based on specific situations and occupancy level during booking period.

Location

Location: White Town

Exact location will be shared after booking

FAQs

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Message us at [email protected] or call us at +91-8971202915

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