164/1 Puducherry Tindivanam Koot Rd, Tiruchitrambalam Near Auroville, Vanur, Tamil Nadu, 605111
What's nearby
Matrimandir - 12 min drive
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple - 14 min drive
Sri Aurobindo Ashram - 14 min drive
Pondicherry Lighthouse - 15 min drive
Pondicherry Promenade Beach - 24 min drive
Getting around
Pondicherry (PNY) - 18 min drive
Pondicherry-Puducherry Station - 22 min drive
Pondicherry Villiyanur Station - 25 min drive
Mailam Station - 37 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Indian Coffee House - 5 min drive
Dreamer's Cafe - 8 min drive
Sadhana Forest - 4 min drive
KFC - 5 min drive
Solitude Farm - 11 min drive
About this property
Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts
Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts is just 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in Ayurvedic treatments at the spa, and international cuisine is served at Arcadia, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
70 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's pool
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Cot/infant bed available
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge (on request)
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Tulip. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology.
Dining
Arcadia – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Cafe One – This coffee shop specialises in international cuisine. Open 24 hours. Open daily.
Altavida – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: INR 2935.78
New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: INR 3000 (from 3 to 6 years old)
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 3500.00 per vehicle (one-way)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Grand Serenaa Hotel Pondicherry
Grand Serenaa Hotel
Grand Serenaa Pondicherry
Grand Serenaa Hotel Resorts Tindivanam
Grand Serenaa Resorts Tindivanam
Serenaa Resorts Tindivanam
Grand Serenaa Resorts Vanur
Grand Serenaa Hotel Resorts
Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts Hotel
Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts Vanur
Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts Hotel Vanur
Frequently asked questions
Does Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 3500.00 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts also has a steam room and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts?
Yes, Arcadia offers international cuisine.
Grand Serenaa Hotel and Resorts Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2023
Reasonably good
Raj
Verified Orbitz guest review
2/10 Poor
28 Oct 2023
It's misleading. Says 790 sqft in the description but it's hardly 250. Bathroom is broken and place is dirty
Raj
Raj, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jan 2020
Very good one
They can fix the smell from the room
RN
RN, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
6 Apr 2018
The worst stay for the money I paid and expected.
Driver was not provided a common bath room for drivers. They were asked to use the security rest rooms. In the rooms there is a persisting stinking smell throughout. In spite of changing the rooms also the stink was everywhere.
People planning to visit Auroville only come there and they do not want to raise a complaint about it.
Please do not encourage booking in this Hotel to your guests. You will lose your reputation
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Oct 2017
I liked it for its location. perfact for vaccation..But food was terrible.Breakfast not worth money.
Mohammed
Mohammed, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Jan 2017
Gud
staff is cooperative...amenities n facilities r gud..pool is well maintained.
Cool
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
31 Oct 2016
Everythingabout the resort is great. But itis too far from town. That is the biggest drawback.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2016
good resort close to Pondicherry
Had an issue with the windows to the balcony ..would not close so they changed the room
Services good
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Aug 2016
Good stay
Narashiman
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Nov 2015
Hotel, stay and facilities are good.
Maninder
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2015
memorable experience and super place to stay
it was a wonderful stay.enjoyed every moment.one problem was that there was a toll u have to cross each and everytime u go to the main center.
Would like to book this hotel again .
Shine
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Sept 2015
Good stay
Pleasant stay. Good experience. Out of Pondicherry, slightly overpriced. Should have more varieties for food.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
1 Sept 2015
Quiet location away from hustle and bustle
If this is your first stay in India as a westerner you may be disappointed somewhat but as a frequent traveller, this is on the top end fo the price. Beautiful pool and surrounds, basic breakfast but ok, hard bed and pillows but I really enjoyed my stay and would be back. A little out of town but only 8km with easy access to taxis and autos. 3hrs for inr500. There are also awesome eateries in the French district near beach, Le chateau and the promenade if you need a break from the indian spice....a really nice few days away.