Come as guest, leave as family.
A peaceful stay in Auroville, near Pondicherry — pool, homestyle meals, and an on-site art gallery.
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2 min to Visitor Centre
Closer than almost any other stay in the area.
Book direct, pool free
Complimentary pool access when you skip the OTAs.
On-site art gallery
37 original paintings, on display and for sale.
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Not just another place to sleep
- 🎨 37 original artworks on display, throughout your stay
- 🏊 A swimming pool, free when you book direct
- 📍 2 minutes from the Auroville Visitor Centre
- 👪 Rooms built for families and groups, not solo hotel boxes
- 🍽 Homestyle South Indian breakfast, lunch and dinner
- 🚲 Easy access to Auroville sightseeing and Pondicherry
- 🌴 A quiet, tree-shaded, unhurried atmosphere
A tour of Art Le Stay
From the entrance to the kitchen — a closer look at the spaces you'll spend your stay in.
Settled in, from the start
Close to everything worth seeing
Art Le Stay sits right at the edge of Auroville, an easy reach of the area's main landmarks and a short drive from Pondicherry.
Auroville Visitor Centre
2 minute walk
Matrimandir
Under 10 minutes by road
Serenity / Auroville Beach
15–20 minutes by road
Pondicherry / Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Around 30–40 minutes by road
Rooms in Auroville, near Pondicherry
We offer two ways to book: a stay package (a curated rate for a room type, with a style of trip in mind) or a specific numbered room if you'd like to know exactly which room you're getting. Both include pool access and breakfast — meals, tours and transport are arranged as add-ons.
Stay packages
Curated rates for a style of trip — we assign the best-fitting room at booking.
Weekend Stay
A relaxed weekend getaway — quiet rooms, the pool, and nothing to rush for.
Family Stay
Spacious rooms and peaceful surroundings, made for time together.
Group Stay
Stay together, celebrate more — ideal for friends and groups travelling as one.
Premium Family Escape
Premium comfort with private spaces and nature close at hand.
Signature Group Retreat
For reunions, retreats and celebrations — memories that last.
Our numbered rooms
Specific rooms with their own real photos — if you want to know exactly what you're booking.
8-Guest Room
A large shared room built for bigger groups — 2 attached bathrooms, 2 private balconies, 2 air conditioners and a TV.
4-Guest Room
A comfortable room sized for four — ideal for close friends or a small family travelling together.
6-Guest Room
Extra space for six — a good middle-ground room for bigger families or small groups.
4-Guest Room — S23
A comfortable 4-guest room with attached bathroom, AC, TV and ceiling fans.
2-Guest Room — F10, with balcony
A cosy 2-guest room with a private balcony overlooking greenery, attached bathroom, AC and TV.
4-Guest Room — S19
A comfortable 4-guest room with attached bathroom, TV and ceiling fan.
4-Guest Room — S22
A spacious 4-guest room with multiple beds, attached bathroom and ceiling fans.
4-Guest Room — S20
A comfortable 4-guest room with TV, attached bathroom and private balcony.
Add-on packages
Add these to any booking over WhatsApp — no need to decide now.
Meals
Getting around
Comfort & care
Book direct, book easy
Hygienic & safe
Clean rooms and fresh food, every stay.
Made with love
Homestyle food and heartfelt hospitality.
Best rates direct
No booking-site markup — message us straight.
Support local
We work with local drivers, guides and producers.
Swimming pool rules
Our outdoor swimming pool is open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. There is no lifeguard on duty — children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
- ✅ Pool use is at your own risk. Please supervise children at all times.
- ✅ Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- ✅ Please shower before entering the pool.
- ✅ Please wear appropriate swimming attire — no cotton clothes; only Lycra, Polyester or Nylon.
- 🚫 No running, pushing, fighting or rough play around the pool.
- 🚫 No diving or jumping into the pool.
- 🚫 No glass bottles, glassware or sharp objects near the pool.
- 🚫 Food and drinks should not be taken into the pool.
- ✅ Do not enter the pool if unwell or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- ✅ Please do not use the pool during thunderstorms, heavy rain or unsafe weather.
- ✅ Please keep the pool area clean and use the bins provided.
- ✅ Please follow any instructions given by property staff.
- ✅ Guests are responsible for any damage caused by misuse of the pool or its facilities.
- ✅ Please respect other guests and maintain a peaceful environment.
⚠ No lifeguard on duty. Children must be supervised at all times.
Good to know before you arrive
Currency
Indian Rupees (INR). Cash and UPI are common locally; carry some cash for small shops.
Language
English is widely spoken in Auroville and Pondicherry, alongside Tamil and French.
Getting here
Nearest airports are Puducherry (small, limited flights) and Chennai (major international hub, ~2.5–3 hrs by road). We arrange pickup from both.
Communication
WhatsApp works internationally — message us anytime before or during your trip with questions.
Ready to book?
Send us your dates and group size on WhatsApp — we'll confirm availability and hold your room. All bookings are handled over WhatsApp.
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