About this property

Essential Facilities: HostelExp, Auroville in Bommayapalayam offers a garden and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen and bike hire for added convenience. Comfortable Amenities: The hostel features a washing machine, patio, fireplace, and dining area. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, balcony, private bathroom, and garden views. Prime Location: Located 9 km from Puducherry Airport, the property is near Sri Aurobindo Ashram (10 km), Manakula Vinayagar Temple (10 km), and Pondicherry Museum (10 km). Guests appreciate the location for nature trips, yoga, and easy access to local attractions.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hari
    India India
    I visit exp. Regularly for retreat my self with surrounded nature and away from city life it’s the best place for to stay
  • Akanksha
    India India
    Nitish and other staff are very friendly and always ready to help out, it is because of them that the hostel has a community vibe. They host interactive events and community dinners which one might not find in commercial stays usually. It is...
  • Puviraj
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    I like the waves around that place that’s why I love this place ! I highly recommended!
  • Rahul
    India India
    Beautiful place, I loved the stay here. Staff are very welcoming, Godwin and lucky Bhai are very friendly. Lots of activities through out the week. Food is great. If you are looking for village retreat, this is the best place. Near to all main...
  • Marie
    France France
    I booked for two nights in this hidden gem, and ended up extending for a few more days before deciding to stay a few more weeks. I fell in love with the place, the atmosphere, and the lovely people staying there! If you’re looking for a peaceful...
  • Ritwik
    India India
    It’s an amazing place that attracts an eclectic crowd. It’s been thoughtfully designed with hammocks, inviting common areas, and little touches around every corner. The staff are incredibly warm and have the most incredible stories to share. They...
  • Ilona
    France France
    The Exp hostel is more than a hostel, it's an adventure to live! Surrounded by greenery, this place is perfect to recharge your batteries as calm as well as to meet beautiful people. It's a little far from the center and shops to go on foot but by...
  • Raj
    India India
    The people are very welcoming. The food was phenomenal. Thank you ellie for cooking the amazing cauliflower cheese and thanks Dheeraj for the smash burgers. It's a lovely retreat
  • Pavan
    India India
    "5/5 Stars! I had an incredible stay at Hostel Exp-Auroville for a week! The staff and volunteers, especially Nithish and Rakesh, Dheeraj were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home. The hostel was immaculately clean,...
  • Jason
    Hungary Hungary
    the guys at the hostel were extremely helpful, accommodating and very friendly. they try to organize events most days for the guests -eg sing song around the bonfire, going to the beach, local musicians, movie night etc. The location, while a...

Property surroundings

House rules

HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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