Offering a garden and garden view, The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house is located in Auroville, 14 km from Botanical Garden and 15 km from Manakula Vinayagar Temple. The air-conditioned accommodation is 15 km from Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The guest house features family rooms. At the guest house, all units come with a desk. Some units include a seating area and/or a balcony. At the guest house, every unit has bed linen and towels. Pondicherry Railway Station is 15 km from the guest house, while Pondicherry Museum is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Puducherry Airport, 12 km from The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Auroville
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Natasha
    India India
    Isai is my favorite go to place in Auroville. Have stayed here a million times and will always keep coming back
  • P
    Pooja
    India India
    I will not never forget isai ambalam. Even I got only one day to stay,it was such a homely feeling. First thing i think about auroville, it's isai ambalam that comes in my mind. Im happy that I found a wonderful place to stay in auroville.
  • Astrid
    Belgium Belgium
    Beautiful peaceful guesthouse in the green. I liked my room and the location. A perfect way to relax and recharge while exploring all the fun inspiring things Auroville has to offer.

Hosted by Suryan

9.3
9.3
Host review score
Host review score

Suryan
The Annex is lush :) the garden is sweet and the rooms are tastily made up. Just check out the pics...
Long term Aurovillian trying to make the best of life :)
Quite and safe, urban forested area
Languages spoken: German,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Mosquito net
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • French

    House rules

    The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 11:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    Available 24 hours

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Extra bed upon request
    Rs. 250 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Rs. 150 per child, per night
    2 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rs. 250 per child, per night
    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rs. 350 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    FAQs about The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house

    • The prices at The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house is 0.9 miles from the centre of Auroville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house is from 11:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Room options at The Annex, Isai Ambalam guest house include:

        • Double