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HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience

Auroville

Located in Auroville, 10 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

M
McAndrew
From
United Kingdom
Helpful and nice people defo a community vibe there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
US$6.72
1 night, 2 adults

The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel

Coonoor

Set in Coonoor, 22 km from Ooty Lake, The Birdhouse Backpackers Hostel features a garden and views of the mountain.

H
Hanna
From
Canada
We had an amazing time in this hostel thanks to the location, the people we met and special mention to the staff. We felt at home !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$31.45
1 night, 2 adults

Journey junction backpackers hostel

Tiruchchirāppalli

Set in Tiruchchirāppalli, within 4.6 km of Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and 1.5 km of Rockfort Trichy, Journey junction backpackers hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

k
krzysztof
From
Australia
Fantastic place to stay, ideal for backpackers. The owner is very kind and helpful. Rock Fort temple is a short walk away through friendly neighbourhood, Sriramangan is not far way either. Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$17.01
1 night, 2 adults

Sanchari hostel

Kuilapayam

Situated in Kuilapayam, 8.4 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Sanchari hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

G
Gayathri
From
India
It was truly a memorable experience. The vibe of the place is very peaceful and deeply connected with nature. A big shoutout to Raj, the host — he made me feel right at home and was always helpful and friendly. There were some jamming events going on in the evenings. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the location is perfect — right on the main road, close to all the cafes. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Auroville! 🙌
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$26.57
1 night, 2 adults

The Hosteller Kodaikanal

Kodaikānāl

Set in Kodaikānāl, 7.1 km from Chettiar Park, The Hosteller Kodaikanal offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

S
Sai
From
India
It was a excellent stay with the hosteller kodaikanal
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$34.53
1 night, 2 adults

Ulala Hostels - Feels like HOME

Tiruvannāmalai

Ulala Hostels - Feels like HOME features air-conditioned accommodation in Tiruvannāmalai. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Rahul
From
India
I had a wonderful stay at the hostel, largely thanks to its excellent utilities and warm hospitality provided by Hari & Atchaya. The rooms were clean and well-maintained, with comfortable beds & cupboard/luggage space. I really liked the mobile charge hangers next to each bed. During our stay, we played a few board games and enjoyed chatting with the host & other travelers. The terrace provides a good view of the surroundings. The place is a must visit during the full moon. I would definitely visit this place again. The shared kitchen was fully equipped, making it easy to cook meals, and the common lounge was a great spot to relax and meet fellow travelers. The staff were incredibly friendly and always ready to help, offering local tips and ensuring a smooth check-in and check-out process. Their welcoming attitude made the place feel like a home away from home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$13.43
1 night, 2 adults

Portal

Auroville

Situated in Auroville, Portal has free bikes, garden, shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property.

L
Lorène
From
Spain
A very nice place to be in nature and relax. The owner is the best host ever. He helped me with everything and made me feel at home immediately.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Price from
US$11.18
1 night, 2 adults

Vikistays

Chennai

Set in Chennai, 24 km from Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Vikistays offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

D
Debabrata
From
India
Breakfast was good and was according to my choice and it was served in time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$15.11
1 night, 2 adults

The Sheltor

Chennai

Located in Chennai and with Government Museum Chennai reachable within 9.4 km, The Sheltor provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

R
Rajebadel
From
India
Comfortable 🛏️ Staff good Location good All good 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
US$9.57
1 night, 2 adults

The Hosteller Ooty

Ooty

The Hosteller Ooty is situated in Ooty, 2.3 km from Ooty Railway Station and 3.1 km from Ooty Botanical Gardens.

S
SARA
From
United Kingdom
great ambience. the host (vishnu) was amazing throughout our stay there and made us feel comfortable and cared for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
Price from
US$46.24
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$10.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,478 reviews
Broad Lands was fantastic, clean, and had charming colonial architecture. Its location made visiting key attractions easy. A tip for future visitors: use the Metro from the airport. We found it much cheaper and more convenient on our return trip. I highly recommend this hostel for its cleanliness, charm, and convenience.
Guest review by
Perera
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
A good place to stay, backpackers!!!
Guest review by
Vinod
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews
Great hostel run by super friendly staff, the rooms and bathrooms are clean, the common area is perfect for chilling and socializing, and they serve homemade meals for a very good price. The location is good and it was easy to find with the staff's directions, lots of food options nearby, and it's right next to the Little Mount metro station. The only down side for me is that it was a bit pricey for my budget, but I really enjoyed my stay ;)
Guest review by
Maider
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Budget friendly Bathroom was fine
Guest review by
Mukherjee
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$42.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews
Well, for starters the view is Immaculate and the staff is super friendly as well! And the environment that the Zostel team has created where fellow hosteliers can mingle and get friendly is super awesome. Loved the property manager dude, he was super friendly and sweet! I met three new wonderful people who made my trip immaculate thanks to this environment! Thank you Zostel team!!!
Guest review by
mukund
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Ashique
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$38.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,647 reviews
One of the best hostels I have ever visited. Certainly recommend it to everyone. Staff are very helpful and clear the doubts regarding the ooty experience.
Guest review by
Mohan Sashank
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$33.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Lilly akka's veg biryani is worth a try. The host was a girl volunteering ,I think the vibe became quite friendly because of her. The view is nice from the hostel. The property owner was there to attend. Overall, it's a good place to stay in coonoor on a medium budget over the quill hill road.
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Harshit
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$81.44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 680 reviews
One of the best hostels that I have stayed in. Loved the vibe, the room and especially the location and view.
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Aastha
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$43.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
One of the best hostel experiences and beware its huge and well maintained
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