Title: RKN Grand Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6138628&destination=Puducherry%2C+Puducherry%2C+India&selected=83157550&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # RKN Grand Hotel Travelers find themselves steps from Pondicherry Promenade Beach at this well-positioned hotel where tour assistance and shopping access make exploration effortless ## Photo gallery for RKN Grand Hotel ![Front of property - RKN Grand Hotel (Puducherry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/e64a93aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - RKN Grand Hotel (Puducherry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/ad6ca870.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - RKN Grand Hotel (Puducherry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/b129e5be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - RKN Grand Hotel (Puducherry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/45d2fe9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Elevator - RKN Grand Hotel (Puducherry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/72b33df5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies RKN Grand Hotel, by Pondicherry Promenade Beach, offers practical amenities. Enjoy dry cleaning, a bar, on-site dining, free WiFi in rooms, and self-parking. A shopping center is connected to the property, providing a convenient base for travelers. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Bar - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 15 - Mar 16](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=83157550&PinnedHotelID=83157550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Executive Twin Room ![Executive Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/4178ebfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LED TV Ceiling fan Free bottled water Electric kettle Cable channels Wardrobe or closet Desk - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Premium Double Room ![Premium Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/e3bf2af9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LED TV Ceiling fan Free bottled water Electric kettle Cable channels Wardrobe or closet Desk - 120 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83160000/83157600/83157550/45d2fe9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds LED TV Ceiling fan Free bottled water Electric kettle Cable channels Wardrobe or closet - 120 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### Presidential Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LED TV Ceiling fan Free bottled water Electric kettle Cable channels Wardrobe or closet Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/onekey__standard__always_light.svg) Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. 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[Visit our Puducherry travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry.dx6138628) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.94015%2C79.82663&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tTAjM1WMohGZRWE78W6ddgzTTWs=) 78 ANNA SALAI,, Puducherry, PY, 605001 ### What's nearby - ![Pondicherry showing religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532739269/d3f38b5d-562c-4c84-87d6-cc849150ee42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![view of the sea and blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975995707/c320503e-8fd8-46ff-a342-d05cdf421810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pondicherry Promenade Beach 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Pondicherry Lighthouse featuring a sandy beach, a lighthouse and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223133/e58f9b16-cfae-4335-98cc-e4d7b4d56a99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pondicherry Lighthouse 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Sri Aurobindo Ashram 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Government Place 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Pondicherry-Puducherry Station 7 min drive - Chennai International Airport (MAA) 172 min drive ### Restaurants - Gravity RestoPub 8 min walk - KBS Kofi Barr 5 min walk - La Pasta World 9 min walk - Atithi 7 min walk - KFC 5 min walk ## About this property ### RKN Grand Hotel Hotel connected to a shopping center You can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant at RKN Grand Hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk - An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at RKN Grand Hotel include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: INR 4000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Property Registration Number 1014000504/PM/2021-22|28-12-2021 ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as RKN Grand Hotel Hotel RKN Grand Hotel Puducherry RKN Grand Hotel Hotel Puducherry ## Frequently asked questions ### Is RKN Grand Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at RKN Grand Hotel? ### What time is check-out at RKN Grand Hotel? ### Does RKN Grand Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is RKN Grand Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## RKN Grand Hotel Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Mathew Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Facility was.not accepctung ##### Mathew Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Hotel Tamizh Park](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Hotel-Tamizh-Park.h11068332.Hotel-Information) - [Luigi Villa](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Luigi-Villa.h104114609.Hotel-Information) - [Bonne Chance Heritage Residence](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Bonne-Chance-Heritage-Residence.h101340453.Hotel-Information) - [Welcome Grand Residency](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Welcome-Grand-Residency.h101453718.Hotel-Information) - [Shenbaga Hotel and Convention Centre](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Shenbaga-Hotel-And-Convention-Centre.h10379128.Hotel-Information) - [Anandha Inn Convention Centre and Suites](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Anandha-Inn.h2808250.Hotel-Information) - [Le Suresh Residency](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Le-Suresh-Residency.h99738881.Hotel-Information) - [The Promenade Pondicherry](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-The-Promenade.h1495109.Hotel-Information) - [White Town Villa](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-White-Town-Villa.h107117832.Hotel-Information) - [Anna Residency](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Anna-Residency.h67596585.Hotel-Information) - [Selva Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Selva-Inn.h99344212.Hotel-Information) - [Mrk Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-MRK-INN.h34826365.Hotel-Information) - [Itsy Hotels Red Lotus Heritage, Promenade Beach](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Treebo-Trip-Red-Lotus-Heritage-Pondicherry.h15975611.Hotel-Information) - [Iyla Apart Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-Iyla-Apart-Hotel.h101131158.Hotel-Information) - [Lagoon Sarovar Premiere Resort, Pondicherry](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Lagoon-De-Pondy-Resort.h82944197.Hotel-Information) - [La Grrande Malar - The Boutique Hotel Pondicherry](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-La-Grrande-Malar.h93466638.Hotel-Information) - [Welcome to Pondicherry Stay Homely @ Abi Krishna](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Welcome-To-Pondicherry-Stay-Homely-Abi-Krishna.h29607752.Hotel-Information) - [La Maison Charu](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-LA-MAISON-CHARU.h41458900.Hotel-Information) - [Hotel Annamalai International](https://www.expedia.com/Pondicherry-Hotels-Hotel-Annamalai-International.h2797841.Hotel-Information) - [Mm COMFORT INN](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-Hotels-MM-COMFORT-INN.h110113391.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Puducherry District](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Puducherry-District.d882191158888357888.Flight-Destinations) - [Puducherry District Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Puducherry-District.d882191158888357888.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Puducherry District](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Puducherry-District.d882191158888357888.Car-Rental-Destinations) - [Puducherry District Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Puducherry-District.d882191158888357888.Vacation-Rental-Destinations) - [Things to do in Puducherry District](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Puducherry-District.d882191158888357888.Travel-Guide-Activities)