Where to stay in India
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This delightful little heritage hotel sits in the heart of the town of Karaikudi, in the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu.
A totally authentic, “old school” experience.
The Bangala is a charming little hotel, famous for its exceptional cuisine and historic, family history.
The Bangala has 21 simple but charming rooms scattered all around a rambling building which is made up of various wings and annexes. The rooms centre around a central garden looked upon by an open-sided dining room which offers up unbelievably delicious and world famous Chettinad cuisine. The garden then leads through to a very pretty swimming pool in a walled garden which, in turn, leads into a lovely, peaceful, leafy vegetable garden which is a treat to stroll through, as you spot all the organic produce that you are about to consume.
There are airy verandahs and winding corridors and spacious rooftops and the club atmosphere of old still permeates the premises. It’s wonderful to be able to walk out into the bustling market square without having to get in a car and to explore the fabulous antique shops and fascinating architecture of the area.
The Bangala is run as a household and a home, rather than as a formal hotel. A guest immediately feels welcome and involved in their ambition to reveal the region’s secrets to you and it is a treat to stay here.
Karaikudi is a small town in the Chettinad region in Tamil Nadu. It is the ideal stopover between Trichy or Tanjore and Madurai.
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Svatma is a luxury, boutique heritage hotel located in a peaceful enclave of the city of Tanjore in Tamil Nadu, southern India. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, Svatma has been lovingly restored by its current owner into…
Palais de Mahe is an elegant, chic hotel a short distance from the waterfront of Pondicherry.
Hotel Maison Perumal is a boutique hotel located in Pondicherry’s Tamil Quarter. The heritage building features a Franco-Tamil design renowned for its use of space, ventilated colonnades, and doorways and windows adorned with stained glass.
La Villa is a 19th-century mansion, located in the heart of the old quarter of Pondicherry which is within walking distance of the main attractions.
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A great itinerary for an introduction to India. It has given us lots of ideas and enthusiasm for a return trip.
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