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Unpack Hostel

Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, within 1.3 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and 1.3 miles of Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Unpack Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property...

C
Camilo
From
Chile
Amazing stay! The owner was incredibly kind and helpful, always ready with great tips about the area. The room was clean, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the location made it easy to get around. I’d definitely recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
Price from
$13.58
1 night, 2 adults

Ostel 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.

N
Nishit
From
India
The hostel is clean, well maintained and has a great scenic view from the rooftop. The staff is warm and welcoming. My personal favourite were the evening activities organised by Deeya. She ensured we got access to some exclusive events inside Auroville including a pizza night at Youth Center, and a drumming circle at Dinesh restaurant. All in all, a relaxing and soothing stay with exciting new experiences!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews
Price from
$24.78
1 night, 2 adults

26 LaPorte

Pondicherry

Located within a 11-minute walk of Manakula Vinayagar Temple and 1.3 miles of Port of Pondicherry, 26 LaPorte has rooms in Pondicherry.

M
Mahima
From
Canada
Very cozy house and even better location. Clean and safe for travelling alone as well. Sundari Akka and Aman made the stay even more comfortable and accomodating. Would highly recommend booking them.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
$17
1 night, 2 adults

Eness Hostels Pondicherry

Heritage Town, Pondicherry

Conveniently located in the Heritage Town district of Pondicherry, Eness Hostels Pondicherry is located a 8-minute walk from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, half a mile from Manakula Vinayagar Temple and a...

S
Sneha
From
India
Cleanliness, friendly and supportive staff , value for money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Price from
$12.46
1 night, 2 adults

Micasa Hostels

Pondicherry

Micasa Hostels in Pondicherry provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Shanu Shaji
From
India
Its a good property in pondycheri....and staffs are also verry good behavior.... Thank guysss....see you soon .....
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews
Price from
$13.56
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel kuruku santhu colive

Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, 1.8 miles from Promenade Beach, Hostel kuruku santhu colive provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

R
RAHUL __
From
United Arab Emirates
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Hostel Kuruku Santhu, and it was an experience to remember. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warm hospitality and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to ensure my stay was comfortable and enjoyable.The rooms were clean, spacious, and well-maintained, providing a perfect blend of comfort and practicality. The common areas were vibrant and inviting, offering a great space to meet fellow travelers and share stories and which are a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the local culture and meet new people. Whether you’re a solo traveler or traveling with friends, Hostel Kuruku Santhu offers a vibrant and friendly environment that makes you feel at home.Overall, my stay at Hostel Kuruku Santhu was exceptional. The combination of friendly staff, excellent facilities makes it a top choice for any traveler. I highly recommend it and look forward to my next visit!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
Price from
$5.85
1 night, 2 adults

Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road

Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, 5.2 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Zostel Pondicherry, Auroville Road has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

P
Priyanka
From
India
Everything about the property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews
Price from
$41.13
1 night, 2 adults

Bay Stays near white town

Heritage Town, Pondicherry

Located in Pondicherry, a 12-minute walk from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Bay Stays near white town provides air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

B
Bhaskar
From
India
I came to Pondy to attend a conference and the venue is very close and walkable from the hostel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
$39.67
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Victor

White Town, Pondicherry

Featuring a bar, Villa Victor is located in the center of Pondicherry, a few steps from Promenade Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$35.70
1 night, 2 adults

Zomad Hostels

Auroville (Near Pondicherry)

Located in Auroville, 7.7 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Zomad Hostels provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

A
Arivuchselvan Palanivel
From
India
It was a pleasant stay, its newly opened Hostel. The AC, fan, mattress are in very good condition. Room is spacious, I got a few friends while staying there. Looking forward to my next visit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$14.71
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.

Most booked hostels in Pondicherry and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Kottakupam, a 5-minute walk from Auroville Beach, The Tea Road Hotel and Restaurant - Auroville Beach has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a...

  • Sanchari hostel

    Kuilapayam
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located in Kuilapayam, 5.2 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Sanchari hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Boomerang community

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Located in Auroville, 5.6 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Boomerang community provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

    Located in Auroville, 6.4 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Unearth Hostel (Pondicherry) provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Time Travellers Hostel

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Located in Auroville, 7.7 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Time Travellers Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Aloha Farm Dormitory

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Auroville, within 10 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and 10 miles of Botanical Garden, Aloha Farm Dormitory has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

  • Zomad Hostels

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Located in Auroville, 7.7 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Zomad Hostels provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

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Hostels that guests love in Pondicherry

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 258 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.
    Guest review by
    Chitritha
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $87.96
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 664 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.
    Guest review by
    Vaish S
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 258 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.
    Guest review by
    Victor
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $87.96
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 664 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
    Guest review by
    Shariff
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 240 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 !
    Guest review by
    yann
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 326 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.
    Guest review by
    H R
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $87.96
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 664 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
    Guest review by
    Tiwari
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
    Best Hostel of my trip!
    Guest review by
    Elena
    Solo traveler

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