Kariappa House

22, Pillayar Koil Street, Vaithikuppam Kariappa House, 605012 Pondicherry, India – Good location – show map

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Kariappa House

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8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
28 reviews

Featuring garden views, Kariappa House in Pondicherry offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This guest house features air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. At the guest house, all units have a desk. There's a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, slippers, and a hair dryer. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fruit are available each morning at the guest house. The guest house offers a variety of wellness options, including a spa facilities, a wellness packages, and yoga classes. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Kariappa House, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Promenade Beach, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and Manakula Vinayagar Temple. The nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, 2.5 miles from Kariappa House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Breakfast Info

Continental, Asian, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
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1 queen bed
1 futon bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
7.5
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Pondicherry
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    Leena
    India India
    “Having stayed at Kariappa House I can honestly say that I will certainly be back again. The staff are really very nice and helpful and Ramji was really nice and quite an interesting person. Not sure why an earlier guest did not like him. He went...”
  • Bhavya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Kariappa House is a beautiful guest house for people wanting to enjoy the peace of Pondicherry. I loved being so close to the center but also in a quiet calming guest house which looked after guests and maintained a calm atmosphere. The staff were...”
  • Rakhi
    India India
    “Everything about Karriappa house was good.. the breakfast.. the place the staff”

Hosted by KAKOLI BANERJEE, I live on the property & have a great team to help run K House

9.2
9.2
Host Review Score
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KAKOLI BANERJEE, I live on the property & have a great team to help run K House
In the tradition of old sprawling joint family homes, Kariappa House also has different apartments and buildings that flow into one another. It is a cluster of interconnected houses in a half acre land, interspersed with tropical gardens and courtyards and a covered swimming pool. We spent 5 years restoring and re-creating all the houses in a mix of traditional and contemporary styles which resonated with us and used natural material like wood and stone and lime. The interiors have been furnished with antique furniture, rich Indian textiles, locally made pieces of ceramic and art. Two of the structures are restored Tamil Houses, the main house is re-created in a typical Franco-tamil style and the more contemporary 1970s addition has been modified into a bungalow which is called MANTRA. Luscious tropical garden, water bodies, courtyards and a lap pool create fluid space around the houses, giving sufficient privacy to each. The original family does not live here and hence most of the houses/rooms are now unoccupied. Some areas are retained as private quarters.
I am your host, Kakoli, and I live on the property. We believe that in order to feel at home, you need to be taken care of by people who consider Kariappa House as their own and welcome you and look after you as a personal House Guest. Our small team consists of Mukesh, Ramji and Vanaja and they do not provide service simply because it is their job. They do it because they love Kariappa House and they are genuinely happy to have guests. They are supported by a small group of local women who help keep the place spotlessly clean,
Although barely 950m from the French quarter, you can walk into a different world within minutes as you walk north along the sea. Vaithikuppam is an urbanised village, which was primarily a fishing area until very recently. As more and more apartments start replacing these colorful thatch roof huts and small tamil houses, we hope that this area will remain a fascinating melting pot that it still is at present. Almost all tourist sites in Pondicherry town is within 10 minutes from Kariappa House.
Languages spoken: English,Hindi,Tamil

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Amenities of Kariappa House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Off-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Pool cover
Spa
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Tamil

House rules

Kariappa House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Kariappa House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 1:00 PM and 12:00 PM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kariappa House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 13:00:00 and 12:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Kariappa House

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 800 feet from Kariappa House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Kariappa House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kariappa House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Yoga classes
    • Bike tours
    • Spa facilities
    • Cooking class
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Themed dinners
    • Spa/Wellness packages

  • Room options at Kariappa House include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Single
    • Studio
    • Family

  • Kariappa House is 0.8 miles from the center of Pondicherry. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Kariappa House is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.