Portal

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Portal in Auroville offers a hostel experience with free WiFi, a garden, and complimentary bicycles. Guests can relax in the lounge, enjoy the shared kitchen, and play in the games room. Convenient Facilities: The property features a balcony with garden views, a seating area, and a private entrance. Shared bathrooms include showers and baths, ensuring comfort for all visitors. Local Attractions: Located 9 km from Puducherry Airport and Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Portal is also close to Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Pondicherry Museum. Additional points of interest include Bharathi Park and Botanical Garden, each 10 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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  • Garden view

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Queen Room with Garden View
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  • 1 large double bed
US$34 for 3 nights
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King Room with Garden View
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  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 futon bed
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King Room with Balcony
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Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
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Queen Room with Garden View
  • 1 large double bed
Garden view
Bath
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Shared bathroom
  • Fan
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Fold-up bed
Max persons: 2
US$11 per night
Price US$34
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King Room with Garden View
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 futon bed
Balcony
Garden view
Bath
Free WiFi
Max persons: 3
US$15 per night
Price US$46
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King Room with Balcony
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 futon bed
194 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Bath
Free WiFi
Max persons: 3
US$15 per night
Price US$46
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Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
383 feet²
Garden view
Bath
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
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US$5 per night
Price US$14
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sonali
India India
“The location is serene and lush green. Bare basic required facilities are there and a great host.”
Taya
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Portal is a wonderful place to stay and Parth is the best host EVER! He really took the time to make me feel at home and was keen to share his love for portal with me. It’s clear he’s put a lot of effort into making the space tranquil and...”
Lisa
Germany Germany
“The huts are super cute and comfortable. Its a good place to calm down, relax and socialize at the same time. The host is so nice, he made sure everyone feels good and has a good time. This place with its vibe and everything invites you to stay...”
Katie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Portal is a very peaceful beautiful place to stay in the tranquility of the forest. I loved sleeping in the traditional keet thatched hut, I slept so well bring so close to nature. Parth is so friendly and welcoming and everyone makes you feel at...”
Annie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely place, run by a really helpful and interesting person. The queen room on stilts are lush. It's quite far out of town, but I had a cycle and it took me 20 mins, nice cycle.. Kitchen not great but if you are eating out that's fine. Wash...”
Divy
India India
“Had the time of my life while staying in Portal. The host, Parth, whattaguy. Loved his vibe. Really wholesome stay. Parth had to leave for his hometown while I was still at Portal and his friend Rajat Bhaiya took over as our host, again,...”
Annie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful experience. Loved Parth who runs it - so kind and will do anything to help you. A real experience of peace and rest, with a quirky edge. You feel like you are right out in the wild when sleeping ❤️”
Benoit
France France
“The host Parth was very friendly and welcoming. It’s a great experience to sleep in one of these huts.”
Снисаренко
Russia Russia
“It's very cozy, comfortable, wonderful hosts, you feel like you're in paradise!)”
Kiruba
India India
“You should stay here mainly for the host, Parth Chopra. A very friendly guy with a warm smile. He is an excellent conversationalist. He is a traveller himself and hence understands the needs of fellow travelers.”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Portal

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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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. 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.