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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...

The rooms are very good.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
145 reviews
Price from
$15.46
per night
Ostel In, hotel in Pondicherry

Ostel In has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Pondicherry. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a playground.

Very friendly staff. The check in and check out time did not match our travel times, yet the staff was kind enough to let us hang around the lounge. Safe for women. Washrooms were really maintained.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
456 reviews
Price from
$63.67
per night
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 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
15 reviews
Price from
$31.09
per night
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.

Location was good. Lot of good places in walking distance.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
460 reviews
Price from
$17.84
per night
26 LaPorte, hotel in Pondicherry

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...

Close to french town, Rock Beach Market..rooms are tidy ,, kitchen equipped with refrigerator stove water purifier bread toaster ..
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
138 reviews
Price from
$23.71
per night
Aura hostel, hotel in Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, 4.1 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Aura hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Everything is perfect
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
108 reviews
Price from
$16.67
per night
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...

Very comfortable
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
329 reviews
Price from
$11.90
per night
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.

Jay Krishna was good at acknowledging you..hostel kurkure little bit far from local transport..like buses backpackers are loved this stay it's simple and quiet...mr.jay was helpful for female travelers...
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
48 reviews
Price from
$13.56
per night
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.

Nothing, Pathetic!
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
5 reviews
Price from
$14.29
per night
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.

Excellent service, the staffs were friendly and made me feel like home. Would recommend everyone I know to this Zostel.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
49 reviews
Price from
$39.30
per night
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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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  • Art Forest
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 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.

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

  • Ostel In
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 456 reviews

    Ostel In has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Pondicherry. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a playground.

    Excellent and best ever stay for solo travellers 😍

  • Bay Stays near white town
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 15 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.

  • Aura hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 108 reviews

    Located in Pondicherry, 4.1 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Aura hostel provides accommodations 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

    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...

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

  • Eness Hostels Pondicherry
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 329 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 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 49 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

  • Nomad House Pondicherry
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 5 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.

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Hostels that guests love in Pondicherry

  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 145 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: $79.24
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 456 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 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 145 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: $79.24
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 456 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: $26.68
    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 traveler
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.24
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 456 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 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 145 reviews
    Best Hostel of my trip!
    Elena
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $18.67
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 108 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: $18.67
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 108 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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