Hostels in Pondicherry, India

11 hostels available. Prices start from $1.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Pondicherry

Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
Kottai veddu thamari vetthi Sriram Nagar, Pattanur, Vanur taluk More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 12:00 noon to 23:00. Check out before 10:00 AM. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes … More
Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"…-------------- Important Info: Due To Outbreak Of The Pandemic Corona Virus The following Travel Advisories had been issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India. 'All … More
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"Close to the Bus Terminal, Nomad House offers the best place to make new friends, relax and explore the city. Feel free to lounge around in our air-conditioned common areas and rooms during the … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: 3 days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. -All bookings made during 15th December to 15th January are … More
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…9. No pets. 10. No Alcohol" …"…Reach Pondicherry Railway or Bus station(30 minutes away from Time Travellers Hostel just outside Auroville Visitors Parking) Take a Local Bus from Pondicherry … More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"Right on Auroville Road, Zostel Pondicherry (Auroville Road) invites you to a chill beach escape with its pastel-coloured theme and spick-and-span interiors. The first thing that’ll catch your … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…A vegetarian & non -vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the homestay at an additional cost. A terrace is available for guests at Chez Prabha Homestay to use. Popular points of … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…You can sit in the sitting area that has a sofa and armchairs opposite the reception. An English-speaking TV channel is projected onto the wall behind the reception throughout the day so you can … More
Youth Hostel
"…5 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, WoodPacker offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a garden. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental … More
$ Cheapest
"…Cancellation policy: 3 days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 00:00 to 23:00 . Check out from 00:00 to 00 … More

Hotels in Pondicherry

Hotel Coramandal


Free Breakfast
"…With 10 well appointed heritage style air conditioned rooms and with Wi-Fi zones free for Lap-tops and a cyber cafe with artistic boutique stands a better residence at this little city. Coramandal … More
72, Eswaran Dharmaraja Kovil St, Heritage Town More
"…Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards. Taxes not included - 12% Breakfast not included. No curfew." …"The Bus Station is located just 1.5 km from the property. The Railway station is … More

Petit Palais


Free Breakfast
"…450 meters from the property. The property is near to government offices, Romain Rolland Library, The museum, and the governor's palace. There are also many restaurants and important places of … More

Rainbow Residency


Free Breakfast
"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged 50% of your stay. Check in from 12:00 noon to 23:00 . Check out before 11:00 AM. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, extra … More
"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the full amount of your stay. Check in from 10:00 AM to 22:00. Check out before 10:00 AM. Payment upon arrival by cash or online … More
"…Check in from 13:00 to 23:00 . Check out before 11:00 noon. Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes not included - 12% Breakfast not included. No curfew." …"The nearest airport is Puducherry … More
"…Taxes not included - occupancy tax 500.00 INR per room per night Breakfast not included. No curfew." …"On East Coast Road (ECR), Near AURO Beach, Near Auroville The nearest airport is … More

Guest Houses in Pondicherry

"…12%. 8. Breakfast not included. 9. No pets." …"The property is located 05 kms from the Railway station and 03 kilometers from the Bus station. The City Airport is located a t a distance of 08 … More

Hostels in Pondicherry, India

11 hostels available. Prices start from $3.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Pondicherry (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Pondicherry.

Pondicherry (also known locally as Puducherry) is the only place in India where you can still breathe in a little French influence. Once known as the "French Riviera of India," this place is a former French colony and, even today, still has some distinct characteristics found nowhere else in this massive country.

Pondicherry is best enjoyed on foot or bicycling around -- there is a seafront walking/biking area very popular with tourists and locals alike. This makes for a perfect spot for people-watching, particularly in the evenings, weekends, and holidays. The buildings around this area, in variable states of conservation, mix French and local architecture.

The symbiosis between French and Indian traditions is also notable in the cuisine -- local dishes are a fusion of French preparations and Indian spices and can therefore be very interesting. As it is located by the coast, seafood is always a good option, too!

There are a lot of accommodation options in Pondicherry, as it is quite a touristic area of the state of Tamil Nadu. For backpackers and the budget conscious, there are several Pondicherry hostels and small guest houses to choose from. The closer you are to the sea, the pricier the Pondicherry hostels tend to be, as this is the main touristic area. Go a little inward towards the centre of town for cheaper options if you'd like, and be rest assured that auto-rickshaws and tempos (small collective autos) go by all day and until fairly late at night. The ride shouldn't cost you much.

If you see the movie "Life of Pi," you'll recognize some scenes shot in Pondicherry, as the main character of the movie (and book) is from there!

Written by local enthusiast for Pondicherry hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Pondicherry hostels zararock

Pondicherry Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Pondicherry, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 11
Average dorm price $10
Average private room price $31
Cheapest hostel in Pondicherry Space Craft Guest House with $2.5
Party hostels in Pondicherry Aura Hostel (3 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 6.7

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