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The best hostels in Pondicherry

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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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Save money on hostels in Pondicherry and nearby – budget options available

  • 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...

    From $35.41 per night

  • Boomerang community

    Auroville
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 21 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.

    From $23.67 per night

  • Aloha Farm Dormitory

    Auroville
    Budget options available
    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...

    From $66.28 per night

  • ARUN's PITSTOP

    Auroville
    Budget options available

    Located within 1.8 miles of Auroville Beach and 4.4 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram, ARUN's PITSTOP has rooms in Auroville.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

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

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  • SPIDEY's PITSTOP

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Auroville, 1.7 miles from Auroville Beach, SPIDEY's PITSTOP provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    From $10.05 per night

  • Sanchari hostel

    Kuilapayam
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 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.

    From $22.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 444 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.

    From $15.98 per night

  • Time Travellers Hostel

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located in Auroville, 6.8 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Time Travellers Hostel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From $17.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Auroville, within 6.9 miles of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and 6.9 miles of Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Chapters Auroville Farmstay has accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking...

    From $7.46 per night

  • Funk Monk hostel

    Auroville
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Located in Auroville, 8.4 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Funk Monk hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    From $29.59 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Pondicherry

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  • Unpack Hostel

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 266 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

  • Ostel In

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Avg. price/night: $82.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 658 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

  • Unpack Hostel

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 266 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

  • Ostel In

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Avg. price/night: $82.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 658 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

  • 26 LaPorte

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Avg. price/night: $33.14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 246 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

  • Micasa Hostels

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 293 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

  • Ostel In

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Avg. price/night: $82.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 658 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

  • Unpack Hostel

    Hostel in Pondicherry
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
    Best Hostel of my trip!
    Guest review by
    Elena
    Solo traveler