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Hostel Gandhi

Property class: 2
Travelers unwind on the terrace with outdoor furniture and barbecue grills at this Guindy hostel, where bike rentals make exploring the neighborhood a breeze

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A room with a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a dining table with a blue tablecloth. There are large windows with metal bars and a painting above them. - Hostel Gandhi (Chennai)
A covered outdoor area with a car parked on the right, a table with chairs, and potted plants. - Hostel Gandhi (Chennai)
A room with a large window, a wooden bench, and a blue and yellow storage unit with numbered compartments. - Hostel Gandhi (Chennai)
A living room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a bookshelf. - Hostel Gandhi (Chennai)
A covered outdoor area with a car parked inside, a green water heater, and a gated entrance. - Hostel Gandhi (Chennai)
Hostel Gandhi in Guindy offers amenities like a library and laundry facilities. Guests enjoy free WiFi and breakfast before exploring. The hostel's bike rental service provides an authentic local experience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

About the neighborhood

Guindy, a neighborhood in Chennai, is home to Hostel Gandhi. Vadapalani Murugan Temple and Valluvar Kottam are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Forum Vijaya Mall and Pondy Bazaar. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at SDAT Tennis Stadium or Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium. Visit our Chennai travel guide
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Second Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, No. 5, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600032

What's nearby

  • A white church with a large mural depicting a biblical scene.
    St. Thomas Mount National Shrine
    9 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Olympia Tech Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Devi Cineplex
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Madras War Cemetery
    10 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • TIDCO Fintech Tower
    11 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Saidapet Metro Station
    5 min drive
  • Ekkattuthangal Station
    12 min walk
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Third Wave Coffee
    2 min drive
  • Q Bar
    12 min walk
  • Adyar Ananda Bhavan
    19 min walk
  • Vintage Bank
    13 min walk
  • Vasco's
    13 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite motorcycle parking only
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: INR 50 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately INR 50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Gandhi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostel Gandhi?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hostel Gandhi?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hostel Gandhi located?

Located in Guindy, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Olympia Tech Park, St. Thomas Mount National Shrine, and Chennai Trade Centre. Tamil Nadu Agricultural University and MIOT International Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ekkattuthangal Station is 12 minutes by foot and Ashok Nagar Station is 20 minutes.

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Reviews

Hostel Gandhi Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antoregan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so nice to stay in such a comforts place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jaya

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Supportive staff….Ac switched off early morning 7am than switch on at 7 evening. Hostel is located in front of mosque and narrow road where cab/taxi can’t reach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Livia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
I have stayed for one night, unfortunately this has been the weakest accommodation I got in India during 3 weeks. The area was a bit smelly. I can't evaluate the breakfast cause they started after my departure. I would not come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hiroki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
New hostel. 2private room, and men domitory room and women domitory room plus common area and kitchen. Owner, Sadhu was very nice and we enjoy chatting everyday. Free local Indian breakfast was nice. First, we booked 2nights, but we add one more week ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rajesh Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023