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Unpack Hostel, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, within 1.4 miles of Promenade Beach and 1.3 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Unpack Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

Nice hosts - very welcoming, helped arrange Activa and well maintained property Organized events and games in the night as well Location is also good, in middle of white town and Auroville
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
201 reviews
Price from
$23.24
1 night, 2 adults
Ostel In, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, a few steps from Auroville Beach, Ostel In has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

location is excellent. title image of the room is as shown - you can see, and hear the ocean from your bed.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
540 reviews
Price from
$72.54
1 night, 2 adults
HangoveRRR Rooms & Hostel, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, within 7.5 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and 7.3 miles of Botanical Garden, HangoveRRR Rooms & Hostel provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free...

The staff was very friendly Without any doubt we can book the room in hangoverrr Here we can have the restaurant also by their own and we can have the garden and rooftop The rooftop was very peaceful Tqsm vijay bro for a wonderful rooms Main thing was it is located in auroville
Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$20.94
1 night, 2 adults
Micasa Hostels, hotel in Pondicherry

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Micasa Hostels is located in Pondicherry, a 12-minute walk from Promenade Beach.

The location of the property is very close (walkable distance) to all the cafés and the beach. The property is very clean and has a great terrace too. The staff especially Sourab and Anand were of great help, very accommodating too. This was my first time solo travelling and I am glad I booked this place.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
427 reviews
Price from
$17.42
1 night, 2 adults
Eness Hostels Pondicherry, hotel in Pondicherry

Conveniently located in the Heritage Town district of Pondicherry, Eness Hostels Pondicherry is located a 10-minute walk from Promenade Beach, 0.4 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram and a 9-minute walk...

Good help with taxi before arrival with a fair price. Walkable to old town. Could hold my bags after check out.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
316 reviews
Price from
$19.19
1 night, 2 adults
Nomad House Pondicherry, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, 2.2 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Nomad House Pondicherry provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Santosh - best of luck to you !
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
32 reviews
Price from
$13.96
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel kuruku santhu colive, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, 2.3 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Hostel kuruku santhu colive provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
71 reviews
Price from
$13.24
1 night, 2 adults
Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, 1.8 miles from Auroville Beach, Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Dosa
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
60 reviews
Price from
$40.70
1 night, 2 adults
Bay Stays near white town, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, a 14-minute walk from Promenade Beach, Bay Stays near white town provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

it was neat
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
23 reviews
Price from
$50.60
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel Exp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Auroville and within 6.1 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Hostel Exp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Best location amongst the nature and the staff are amazing , big toilet and bathrooms , clean and serene atmosphere. Delicious food in the kitchen.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
$6.98
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Ostel In
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 540 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry, a few steps from Auroville Beach, Ostel In has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The property is well managed..the location is 10/10

  • Budget options available
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry, within 7.5 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and 7.3 miles of Botanical Garden, HangoveRRR Rooms & Hostel provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free...

    Hotel is clean and place was peaceful to do meditation and yoga

  • Nomad House Pondicherry
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 32 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry, 2.2 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Nomad House Pondicherry provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The stay was awesome,but the staff and owner is too cool and helpfull

  • Bay Stays near white town
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 23 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry, a 14-minute walk from Promenade Beach, Bay Stays near white town provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

    We loved it here, and would definitely stay again.

  • 26 LaPorte
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 178 reviews

    26 LaPorte has accommodations in Pondicherry. Featuring a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around a 11-minute walk from Promenade Beach, 0.7 miles from Sri Aurobindo...

    Excellent staff, convenient location, comfortable stay.

  • Art Forest
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry and within 7.5 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Art Forest has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Exactly the kind of place you'd like to go and live in the woods.

  • BUNK HUB hostel
    Budget options available

    BUNK HUB hostel is located in Pondicherry, within 2.2 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and a 18-minute walk of Botanical Garden.

  • Anuraa Home stay and Hostel

    Located in Pondicherry and within 3.4 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Anuraa Home stay and Hostel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Pondicherry

  • Samantha International The Ultimate Hostel Treat
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry and with Sri Aurobindo Ashram reachable within 9.4 miles, Samantha International The Ultimate Hostel Treat has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and...

    had a beautiful stay.. staff were very nice and helpful.

  • Eness Hostels Pondicherry
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 316 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Heritage Town district of Pondicherry, Eness Hostels Pondicherry is located a 10-minute walk from Promenade Beach, 0.4 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram and a 9-minute walk...

    Clean,chilly atmosphere, multiple outlets AC works well

  • Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 60 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry, 1.8 miles from Auroville Beach, Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Well maintained & clean - well organized and managed

  • Thendral Hostel Monthly Rental

    Located in Pondicherry, within 1.1 miles of Serenity Beach and 1.8 miles of Auroville Beach, Thendral Hostel Monthly Rental has accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

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  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 201 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $90.27
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 540 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 traveler
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 201 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $90.27
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 540 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24.62
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 178 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 traveler
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 427 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $90.27
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 540 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 201 reviews
    Best Hostel of my trip!
    Elena
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $17.44
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $17.44
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 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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