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Unpack Hostel, hotel in Puducherry

Situated in Puducherry, within 2.3 km of Promenade Beach and 2.1 km of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Unpack Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

Very peaceful hostel for solo travellers and remote employees 💚
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
147 reviews
Price from
£12.28
per night
Ostel In, hotel in Puducherry

Situated in Puducherry, 100 metres from Auroville Beach, Ostel In features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

I had an incredible stay at Ostel in Pondicherry. The staff, particularly Diya, Anil, and Dinesh, went above and beyond to ensure I felt welcome and comfortable. Their excellent service truly made my stay special. The ambiance was beautiful, and the food was delicious. But what really made my stay unforgettable was the warmth and hospitality of Diya and her adorable dog, Louie- a cute little angel who stole my heart! And let's not forget Mojo, the sweet dog on the property, who added to the warmth of the place. As a solo traveler, I felt extremely safe and secure at Ostel, which I believe is one of the safest places to stay in Pondicherry. The rooms are well-maintained and comfortable. My experience was so wonderful that I've decided to make Ostel my go-to accommodation whenever I visit Pondicherry. Thank you, team Ostel, for creating such a wonderful.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
462 reviews
Price from
£54.78
per night
Bay Stays near white town, hotel in Puducherry

Situated in Puducherry, 1.2 km from Promenade Beach, Bay Stays near white town offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

Bay Stays is a good value for money place with exceptional and heartwarming service. Manager Vignesh, and Mr. Arivu who was on night duty were of great help. The bathrooms were clean and the dorm was more than comfortable. The attached balcony and terrace let you get fresh air without having to go outside, and even if you were to, rock beach is only a kilometre away.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
£26.75
per night
Micasa Hostels, hotel in Puducherry

Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Micasa Hostels is situated in Puducherry, 1.1 km from Promenade Beach.

Location..
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
460 reviews
Price from
£15.35
per night
26 LaPorte, hotel in Puducherry

Located in Puducherry, Pondicherry region, 26 LaPorte is set 2.1 km from Port of Pondicherry.

Precious villa, nice kitchen..
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
138 reviews
Price from
£20.50
per night
Aura hostel, hotel in Puducherry

Located in Puducherry, 6.6 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Aura hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

There is nothing good about it. It's filthy place. Not fit for humans.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
110 reviews
Price from
£14.34
per night
Eness Hostels Pondicherry, hotel in Puducherry

Located within less than 1 km of Promenade Beach and a 8-minute walk of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Eness Hostels Pondicherry provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Puducherry.

Wifi is fine. Rest all is average.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
330 reviews
Price from
£10.24
per night
Hostel kuruku santhu colive, hotel in Puducherry

Set in Puducherry, 3.7 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Hostel kuruku santhu colive offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Amazing staff good for single homely atmosphere
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
49 reviews
Price from
£11.66
per night
Nomad House Pondicherry, hotel in Puducherry

Set in Puducherry, 3.5 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Nomad House Pondicherry offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

I recently stayed at the Nomad House during my holiday visit to Pondicherry, and it was an absolutely delightful experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home. The hostel exudes positive vibes, with a vibrant and laid-back atmosphere that’s perfect for meeting fellow travelers and relaxing after a day of exploring. One of the standout features of Nomad Hostel is their scooty rental service. It made getting around Pondicherry so convenient and added an extra layer of adventure to my trip. The scooters were in great condition and reasonably priced, making it easy to explore the city and its beautiful surroundings at my own pace. The common areas were clean and comfortable, offering plenty of space to relax, work, or socialize. The dorms were tidy, with comfortable beds and secure storage for personal belongings. Additionally, the hostel provided a well-equipped kitchen, making it easy to prepare meals. Overall, my stay at Nomad Hostel was fantastic, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. Whether you’re a solo traveler or with friends, this hostel is the perfect base for your Pondicherry adventure. I’ll definitely be staying here again on my next visit!
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
7 reviews
Price from
£12.30
per night
Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road, hotel in Puducherry

Situated in Puducherry, 2.9 km from Auroville Beach, Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Ambience
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
49 reviews
Price from
£33.81
per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Ostel In
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 462 reviews

    Situated in Puducherry, 100 metres from Auroville Beach, Ostel In features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Excellent and best ever stay for solo travellers 😍

  • Bay Stays near white town
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 15 reviews

    Situated in Puducherry, 1.2 km from Promenade Beach, Bay Stays near white town offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    We loved it here, and would definitely stay again.

  • Nomad House Pondicherry
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7 reviews

    Set in Puducherry, 3.5 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Nomad House Pondicherry offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Eness Hostels Pondicherry
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 330 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Promenade Beach and a 8-minute walk of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Eness Hostels Pondicherry provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Puducherry.

    Clean,chilly atmosphere, multiple outlets AC works well

  • Micasa Hostels
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 460 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Micasa Hostels is situated in Puducherry, 1.1 km from Promenade Beach.

    people are kind and helpful. place is really clean

  • Hostel kuruku santhu colive
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 49 reviews

    Set in Puducherry, 3.7 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Hostel kuruku santhu colive offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    The staff was really friendly. Good facilities provided

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Puducherry

  • Art Forest
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Puducherry and within 12 km of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Art Forest has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    The location was in a forest and it gives a complete different aura and vibe.

  • Aura hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 110 reviews

    Located in Puducherry, 6.6 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Aura hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Good peaceful environment. Rahul Bhai is a great host.

  • 26 LaPorte
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 138 reviews

    Located in Puducherry, Pondicherry region, 26 LaPorte is set 2.1 km from Port of Pondicherry.

    It's was awesome hostel best place to stay and friendly host

  • Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 49 reviews

    Situated in Puducherry, 2.9 km from Auroville Beach, Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Well maintained & clean - well organized and managed

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Hostels that guests love in Puducherry

  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 147 reviews
    Everything was amazing. The hosts were super welcoming and hospitable. You can rent vehicles directly from the hostel, there are several plug points in the hostel, there is a functioning kitchen for those who prefer to cook their own meals, the rooms are clean,etc. I personally found the hostel safe as a solo traveller.
    Chitritha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.50
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 462 reviews
    Absolutely Delightful Experience staying at OSTEL! The vibe is unmatched! The staff is friendly and helpful. Dinesh, JP, Anil make you feel at home with their hospitality and warmth. The inhouse cafe has good food. Need a cafe on the rooftop as well ! The place was exceptionally clean, given the fact it's right next to the beach and covered with trees on all sides and is a backpackers hostel. Just request the owners of the property to privatize the beach patch right in front. That would make the property a 20/10.
    Vaish S
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 147 reviews
    It's completely a unique experience in Unpack. One of the best hostel I have been ever. From the check in to checkout everything was amazing in details. Host Kavya and Prateek are amazing people. The property really has a vibe.
    Victor
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.50
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 462 reviews
    Ostel is a backpacker's dream come true, offering an ideal blend of affordability and luxury. Their dorm options cater perfectly to the wandering soul, providing a cozy and communal atmosphere for fellow travelers to connect and share stories. Despite the budget-friendly rates
    Shariff
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.69
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 138 reviews
    Before being in this hostel, I was in another 2,5 km from the center but this one was really well situated, in the main active center of Pondichéry (that's not what said google when I followed the 'distance to center', if only I knew it before 😥). The dormitory was quite large with a balcony, a kitchen to share, all really clean. It's like a house with huge spaces recently renovated, really really nice ! And the welcome is warm. It was a really good surprise for this price !
    yann
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 460 reviews
    Micasa hostels - my first solo trip hostel and boy am I glad i picked this place. Very safe and well connected, it's walkable distance from all cute cafes of pondi. Hosts Sam and Sandeep very friendly , they helped me with everything - bike rents, places to visit etc. Hostel is very well maintained, clean. Washrooms are constantly being cleaned by their staff. I would definitely recommend this hostel to others and especially solo traveling females.
    H R
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.50
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 462 reviews
    Loved the stay as it was the first time for me to stay in a hostel. Loved the people and played games with random people... Loved the place. Should definitely choose this to stay if you are very open to meet new people and explore new options while traveling
    Tiwari
    People with friends
  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 147 reviews
    Best Hostel of my trip!
    Elena
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £14.34
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 110 reviews
    The atmosphere was quite comfortable and the staff were welcoming. Their behaviour was more of a friend. It felt like home. Also, the other guests were quite hospitable. Best hostel for youth. The vibes were great. Best accommodation at cheap rates in Pondy. I would like to visit again.
    Shankar
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £14.34
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 110 reviews
    Meeting new people sounds scary but at Aura hostel it was so good. I felt so safe staying there..even late night. Rahul ji is so fun and made us feel like home. The rooms were clean, very adjustable with timings. Loved the stay looking forward to go again.
    Pooja
    Group

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