HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience | Hostel in Auroville

8.9 (143 Reviews) |   38 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Bommayapalayam Hostel | HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience

38 Bedroom Hostel in Bommayapalayam, Auroville

Located in Auroville, 6.1 miles from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is around 6.1 miles from Manakula Vinayagar Temple, 6.3 miles from Pondicherry Museum and 6.4 miles from Bharathi Park. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, each room comes with a patio. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Botanical Garden is 9.2 miles from HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience, while Pondicherry Railway Station is 10 miles away. Pondicherry Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.

HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience is located in Auroville.

This 38 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Transportation/Shuttle, Guest Services, Parking, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 143 reviews with the average score of 8.9 . Coming to Auroville and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 38 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Auroville. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience in Auroville is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “HostelExp, Auroville - A Rural Retreat Experience”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
View
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking garage
  • Parking
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Locker rooms
  • Evening entertainment
  • Yoga classes
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.7
Location:
9.24
Staff:
9.69
Facilities:
9.24
Comfort:
9.39
Cleanliness:
9.31
spyridon
Jan 25, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Greece
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The best hostel i have stayed in India.Great people and very nice atmosphere.Best choice in Auroville.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Shower

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Dining area, Sitting area

General

Lockers, Fan, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Patio

View

Landmark view, Garden view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet

General

Lockers, Air conditioning, Fan, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Trash cans

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Dining area, Sitting area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Landmark view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Dining area, Sitting area

General

Lockers, Fan, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Landmark view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Dining area, Sitting area

General

Lockers, Fan, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Landmark view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet

General

Lockers, Air conditioning, Fan, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Dining area, Sitting area

View

Landmark view, Garden view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dining table, Refrigerator

Living Area

Fireplace, Dining area, Sitting area

General

Lockers, Fan, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance

View

Landmark view, Garden view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Bommayapalayam hostel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Bommayapalayam hostel?

Check-in time for Bommayapalayam hostel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Bommayapalayam hostel have a swimming pool?

No, this Bommayapalayam hostel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Bommayapalayam hostel?

Best-rates for the Bommayapalayam hostel starts from $9 per night with includes Entertainment, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Transportation/Shuttle, Guest Services, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, View, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Restaurant, Internet with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Bommayapalayam hostel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Bommayapalayam hostel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Bommayapalayam hostel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Bommayapalayam hostel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Bommayapalayam hostel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Bommayapalayam hostel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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