A heritage mansion converted to a boutique hotel

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Capturing the Spirit of the Times

Tamil Quarter, Pondicherry

Maison Perumal is a 130 year old family mansion dating back to French colonial times in Pondicherry. It was built by a member of one of the prosperous Tamil communities settled around the temple area in those days and expresses an architectural character that integrates the vernacular with the colonial in a novel and striking manner. It took us over a year to restore the building and refurbish it with a studied attention to detail that its former owners would have been proud of. Tamil Nadu's social culture of the times informed its design aesthetic to a great extent. This noticeable ‘less-is-more’ philosophy gets reflected in Maison Perumal's minimalistic interiors that are adorned with a spare style, yet pay much attention to detail. Stained glass offsets the familiar local white plaster in a telling example of creating a distinct identity. It is how Maison Perumal celebrates its special heritage.

130 Years Old Tamil Mansion

Colours of cultureMaison Perumal is a vivid homage to the Tamil heritage of Pondicherry.

Art at heartWe support local artists by providing them a platform to showcase and promote their work across our hotel.

Pedal through timeTake a rickshaw ride and traverse through the by-lanes of the historic town.

Delectable experiencesPick fresh produce from Goubert market with our head chef and return to witness a cooking demo of local delicacies being prepared.

Courtyard GardenHoused in a 130 year old Chettiar mansion, Maison Perumal captures the warmth of hospitality to make you feel at home.

The art of KolamWake up to the symmetric beauty of Kolam every morning at our doorstep – the traditional art form drawn in coarse rice flour to create surreal geometric patterns.

A tasteful galleryWe support local artists by providing them a platform to showcase and promote their work at our hotel.

Rooted in historyThe architectural character is deeply rooted in Tamil culture, with a whiff of French colonial influences.

Time outEnjoy your evening tea in a traditional ambience, with good friends and great conversations for company.

Meet the familyOur small team of caretakers love to make you feel at home with warm smiles and hospitality.

Kapi and VadaiSpend a laid back evening reading a book and sipping on some local brew in the heart of the Tamil Quarter.

History, Culture, Community

The Art of the Locals: As part of our commitment to fostering local arts, crafts and culture, the walls of Maison Perumal form a rotated gallery space with a selection of canvases that showcase the paintings of local artists.

Regional Flavours: Maison Perumal is located in a place where cultures meet and mingle. This gives birth to exceptional architectural, cultural and social hybrids which also gets reflected in the cuisine at Maison Perumal, which is eclectic with a strong regional accent.

Homage to Time: This 130 year old Chettiar mansion symbolises Franco-Tamil Architecture of a high order in colonial Pondicherry. With the help of the local INTACH chapter, this beautiful old house was carefully restored and adapted to become a boutique hotel under the CGH Earth brand.