EAT, SLEEP, BEACH, REPEAT

LE PONDY RESORT & SPA

Puducherry is a melting pot of cultures that charms one and all. It is no surprise then, that Chennai and Vellore dwellers seek refuge here all the time. Getting lost in its fascinating French Quarter is as easy as in the buzzing marketplaces dotted with traditional South Indian eateries—this cultural juxtaposition makes Puducherry’s appeal timeless.

Le Pondy Resort and Spa imbibes the character of the coastal town beautifully. Simple and traditional in its look, and luxurious in its feel, it sits by an estuary between Chunnambar River and Bay of Bengal. It is spread over 14 acres, and offers 70 beautifully appointed rooms, including eight Presidential Pool Villas. Treatments at the Ayurveda Center and Spa, a huge outdoor swimming pool, and a private stretch of beach make it a home away from home. lepondy.com