Hostel Gandhi
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationNo5, 2nd Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, Chennai, IndiaShow on map
Very good
Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.
8.4955Reviews- Check-in from 11:00 AMCheck-out by 10:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.8 out of 10, at No5, 2nd Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Central Location in Chennai Located just 1.2 km from Anna University, Hostel Gandhi offers convenience and accessibility to key attractions like St. Thomas Mount and Pondy Bazaar.
Comfortable Accommodation Experience cozy rooms with balconies and shared bathrooms, all equipped with bed linen for a relaxing stay at Hostel Gandhi.
Convenient Amenities Enjoy free private parking, a shared lounge, terrace, restaurant, shared kitchen, tour desk, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Ready to experience the best of Chennai? Book your stay at Hostel Gandhi now!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
Rooms
8.4
Very good
Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 955 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.8
- Service9.3
- Location8.8
- Rooms7.8
- Amenities8.3
- Value7.3
- Food & drink8.8
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood locationSocial atmosphere
JatinIndiaJust Amazing Much recommended
RahulIndiaLocation, Ambience, Staff
NA
SHIH CHUNGTWThe place make you feel like home
MariswamyIndiaNot bad and not good. Some reviews are hyped.
Locality, safety, toilet is clean, balcony sit out area.
In house food is way too expensive, kitchen is unhygienic and guy ask money first and then takes order. I stayed in 8 bed mixed dormitory room missing ventilation,…
RAMDASIndiaVery good
NA
NA
NarmathaIndiaNice place and nice breakfast thank you so much
Nice
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
No5, 2nd Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, Chennai, India
Guests rate the location 8.8 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 11:00 AM until 11:30 PM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hostel Gandhi
What time is check-in and check-out at Hostel Gandhi?
Check-in is from 11:00 AM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hostel Gandhi allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hostel Gandhi?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Hostel Gandhi?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hostel Gandhi have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Hostel Gandhi?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 11:00 AM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hostel Gandhi?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hostel Gandhi?
No5, 2nd Cross Street, Balaji Nagar, Ekkatuthangal, Chennai.
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