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Hostel Gandhi

2.0 star property
Hostel in Chennai with free parking

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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

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

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About the neighborhood

Guindy, a neighborhood in Chennai, is home to Hostel Gandhi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marina Beach and ECR Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Guindy Race Course or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
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Second Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, No. 5, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600032

What's nearby

  • Olympia Tech Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Chennai Trade Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • MIOT International Hospital - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pondy Bazaar - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Consulate General of the United States, Chennai - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Adyar Ananda Bhavan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Q Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Layalee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ayna - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Desire Chettinad Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hostel Gandhi

Hostel near Chennai Trade Centre
At Hostel Gandhi, you can look forward to a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with a personal chef and cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettles, portable fans, and daily housekeeping

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 debit cards and cash

Property is also known as

Hostel Gandhi Chennai
Hostel Gandhi Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Gandhi Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chennai

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Gandhi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostel Gandhi?

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 Devi Cineplex. Chennai Trade Centre and Tamil Nadu Agricultural University 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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