Auroville

Auroville is a universal township in the making, established in 1968 and is inspired by the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. It is located 15 minutes by motor vehicle north of Pondicherry and 3 hours south of Chennai (Madras). The community is an ongoing experiment in human unity and sustainable living. It has a rural ambience and its climate is subtropical. For more information please visit: www.auroville.org/comingtoav.htm

Accommodation in Auroville

For a full listing of accommodations, prices, and contact information please visit: www.aurovilleguesthouses.org

We do, however, recommend the following places:

Quiet Healing Center: On the beach, nice rooms, a bit more pricey than other guesthouse in AV, spa-like setting with a variety of healing modalities to experiment with, 10 minutes drive from yoga classes.

Afsanah Guesthouse: Set in a beautiful garden in the forest of Auroville, more expensive than most guesthouses in Auroville, 15 minutes drive from yoga classes.

New Creation: Easy-going, affordable, good location in reference to classes, shopping, and dining, located 3 minutes drive from Ashtanga Yoga Auroville.

Gaia’s Garden: Beautiful place, middle priced, 5 minutes drive from yoga classes.

Rathinam and Rajaveni Guesthouse: apartment style guesthouse in a traditional Tamil home, short walk from yoga classes.

*We advise that you book accommodation in advance, especially during high season, December through February.

**Further information about accommodation can be obtained from the Auroville Guest Service at avguest@auroville.org.in or (91) 413 262 2704