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Shaman House offers accommodations in Pondicherry, a 16-minute walk from Bharathi Park and 1.4 miles from Pondicherry Railway Station. The air-conditioned accommodations are a 12-minute walk from Promenade Beach. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and room service for guests. The units include a private bathroom, and some units at the homestay have a terrace. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the homestay. Popular points of interest near Shaman House include Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Pondicherry Museum. The nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, 1.9 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Pondicherry, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 queen 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

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.9
High score for Pondicherry
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  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location if you're travelling on a budget.
  • Jb808
    United States of America United States of America
    This stay is fairly close to the beach and the main streets. You get your own room with a fan and ensuite bathroom. The owner was really communicative and made sure check in went well. I was able to stash my belongings there after checkout as I...
  • Carolyn
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a lovely, simple guesthouse that is a great value. The accommodation is basic but comfortable, and very clean. It is well located a short walk from the French quarter of the city. And, the owner is extremely attentive and kind. He was...

Hosted by SuSu

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

SuSu
Shaman Mansion House is at edge of the main town. Every tourist attractive place are easy to access either by walk, bicycle or by two wheeler.
I'm SuSu, a proper Pondicherry guy. This is what I offer to my traveller friends. I can take you for a guided tour in Pondicherry and Auroville, if you want. I will try my best to be your good host. Don't forget to add or send me your contact details to coordinate your arrival or provide right time of arrival to make sure the availability of the room. Looking forward to host you at our place.
Our property is located among the local neighbors, unharmed, safe and easy accessible. Few mins walk from the main road (Sardar Vallabhai Patel Salai) you will reach our place. The place is quite and undisturbed mansion house.
Languages spoken: Bengali,English,Hindi,Odia,Tamil

Area info

Amenities of Shaman House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • WiFi in all areas
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and costs Rs. 25 per 24 hours.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Baggage storage
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Bengali
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Odia
  • Tamil

House rules

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

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 10:00 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.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of INR 200 is required on arrival. That's about USD 2. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 300 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Shaman 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 12:00:00 and 05:00:00.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A damage deposit of Rs. 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Shaman House

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

    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Shaman House is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 0.9 miles from Shaman House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Shaman House is 2,800 feet from the center of Pondicherry. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.