Writers in residence...
Gratitude is pleased to offer special rates for writers and translators seeking a quiet and elegant residence/retreat for a long stay.
Located in the old French quarter, Gratitude provides a charming setting only a few minutes` walk from the main sea front and a perfect evening stroll away from the bustling Tamil Town across the canal.
All rooms face onto the gracious courtyard which encourages intimate reflection in an ordered external world.
The beautifully restored bedrooms are spacious with antique furniture, writing tables, air conditioning, ensuite showers and fresh drinking water.
All basic requirements are catered for and time is marked only by the gong which announces the three main meals - other guests take breakfast only.
Coffee and tea are available upon request and the staff is helpful and discreet.
Rooms are cleaned daily and personal laundry services are provided at a small cost.
The local language is Tamil.
French & or English speakers will manage to communicate well in the town centre.
Gratitude staff can help arranging taxis to & from the airport at Chennai.
Rates are negotiable for long-stay residents, with special rates during
the May to August period.
If you wish to stay at Gratitude as a writer in residence, please send an email to
Kakoli at gratitudeheritage@yahoo.in telling us a bit more about yourself,
the duration that you would like to stay and if there is any other special
assistance that you may require.
A heritage hotel and a quiet retreat, an unusual and exclusive place to stay in Pondicherry, India, Boutique hotel, Bed & breakfast with yoga & meditation. Jyoti Cariappa Saikia & Kakoli Banerjee
A heritage hotel and a quiet retreat, an unusual and exclusive place to stay in Pondicherry, India, Boutique hotel, Bed & breakfast with yoga & meditation. Jyoti Cariappa Saikia & Kakoli Banerjee