Puducherry, South India, India

Located in the charming White Town area of Puducherry, surrounded by French-style colonial buildings, and not far from the beach, Residency Towers is a comfortable base from which to explore this fascinating town. The hotel has 75 spacious rooms, an excellent multi-cuisine restaurant and an English-themed pub called Bike & Barrel. There is an indoor swimming pool, and the spa is one of the best in Puducherry.