Title: Vanur Travel Guide: Best of Vanur, Tamil Nadu Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Vanur](https://expedia.co.uk/Vanur-Hotels.d892529846622699520.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Vanur](https://expedia.co.uk/Vanur-Holiday-Rentals.d892529846622699520.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Vanur Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vanur.d892529846622699520.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vanur Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vanur.d892529846622699520.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Vanur Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![an architect's paradise!The compexity and epitome of creativity can be perceived from the buildings in auroville complex #Stunningstructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854175/b1401142-3b83-4b3b-b814-934fdd5e0852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![an architect's paradise!The compexity and epitome of creativity can be perceived from the buildings in auroville complex #Stunningstructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854175/b1401142-3b83-4b3b-b814-934fdd5e0852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A lovely beach close to Puducherry ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6224933/65c263e8-c118-486a-bfda-c952bb1947f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Meditation Centre!! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975854175/a67e7912-4691-436d-9d66-edcaf8dfe877.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Isolated beaches 😍😍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981721687/1ee36edb-c78c-4aa5-ad9f-58640c8383c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vanur Things to do - Top hotels in Vanur - Top Holiday Rentals in Vanur ![AP Heaven Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116571600/116571587/w1066h808x0y0-5cf9f186_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AP Heaven Villa 11 3rd Cross St Kottakuppam Vanur TN Stay at this guesthouse in Vanur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Serenity Beach and Auro Beach are located nearby. [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=116571587&PinnedHotelID=116571587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=892529846622699520) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=116571587&PinnedHotelID=116571587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=892529846622699520) ![GMS Golden Residency](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91620000/91616800/91616779/94d11346_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GMS Golden Residency No. 139, 140,Mahavishnu Nagar Navarkulam Vanur TN Stay at this hotel in Vanur. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Ousteri Lake and Matrimandir are located ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=91616779&PinnedHotelID=91616779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=892529846622699520) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=91616779&PinnedHotelID=91616779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=892529846622699520) ![J Park Auroville Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108717800/108717739/279795e4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### J Park Auroville Beach 57, Bommayarpalayam, Pondicherry Vanur TN £21 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Vanur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Auro Beach and Serenity Beach are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews) A little gem with Seaview! During my week in Auroville, this was our favourite stay. Seaview, and great roof top terrace good both for excersise and stargazing. Appreciated the small touches like kettle with complementary tea and coffee, toilet paper and daily cleaning. Parking indoors, for extra safety; excellent WiFi, I ... Reviewed on 14 Feb 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=108717739&PinnedHotelID=108717739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=892529846622699520) [See all 568 properties in Vanur](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=892529846622699520) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Vana by Loka - Self Catered Studios](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109400000/109398800/109398727/1892bc31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vana by Loka - Self Catered Studios No. 80/3, Kattumettu Padhai Vanur Tamil Nadu Stay at this holiday home in Vanur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Matrimandir and Auro Beach are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vanur-Hotels-Vana-By-Loka.h109398727.Hotel-Information) ![The Colonial Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120877300/120877269/b839d239_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Colonial Courtyard ECR Vanur TN Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Vanur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Serenity Beach and Auro Beach are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vanur-Hotels-The-Colonial-Courtyard.h120877269.Hotel-Information) ![ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111827600/111827599/edbe21c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ILFORD CASTLE HOME STAY PONDICHERRY Auroville Rd Vanur TN Stay at this villa in Vanur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Serenity Beach and Auro Beach are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vanur-Hotels-ILFORD-CASTLE-HOME-STAY-PONDICHERRY.h111827599.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vanur](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=892529846622699520&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Vanur hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=892529846622699520&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=892529846622699520&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=892529846622699520&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=892529846622699520&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=892529846622699520&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=892529846622699520&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Pondicherry Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse, rocky coastline and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223133/e58f9b16-cfae-4335-98cc-e4d7b4d56a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pondicherry Lighthouse You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a stop at Pondicherry Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pondicherry-Lighthouse-Pondicherry.d6223133.Attraction) #### Matrimandir You can learn about the history of Auroville with a trip to Matrimandir. Wander the beaches in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matrimandir-Tindivanam.d6104728.Attraction) #### Rock Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rock Beach during your trip to Puducherry? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rock-Beach-Pondicherry-Beach.d974583323483463680.Attraction) #### Rock Beach View Point Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rock Beach View Point during your trip to Puducherry? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rock-Beach-View-Point-Pondicherry-Beach.d974583324943081472.Attraction) #### Auro Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Auro Beach during your trip to Vanur? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auro-Beach-Tindivanam.d811357542997823488.Attraction) #### French War Memorial You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a trip to French War Memorial. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/French-War-Memorial-Pondicherry.d553248621532739276.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Matir Mandir ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49696117/efc3f8f3-6bd2-4dc8-a1d7-46e97f4a46b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing £112 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chennai-to-pondicherry-2-day-vehicle-hire-for-local-sightseeing.a49696117.activity-details) ![Day Trip to Mahabalipuram](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3523289/a930abfa-6f25-4137-bf52-aa915314cffe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience) £101 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-mahabalipuram-curated-private-sightseeing-experience.a3523289.activity-details) ![Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1254158/eb606bb6-b44a-4838-8d5b-07713f27cbdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours £160 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pondicherry-day-trip-from-chennai-by-wonder-tours.a1254158.activity-details) ![Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3521871/9ea6598b-adfa-4359-b317-2801d061df62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/heritage-cultural-walking-tour-of-pondicherry.a3521871.activity-details) ![Matri Mandir, Pondicherry tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44994514/a081a313-6a03-40b9-abdd-1e21e41220c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pondicherry in a day from Chennai to experience french legacy £171 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pondicherry-in-a-day-from-chennai-to-experience-french-legacy.a44994514.activity-details) ![Best of the Pondicherry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3516354/c9b31195-81b6-4441-b259-174e5c10639e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best of the Pondicherry (Guided Full Day City Tour) £89 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-of-the-pondicherry-guided-full-day-city-tour.a3516354.activity-details) [See all activities in Vanur](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vanur.d892529846622699520.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vanur ![Pondicherry featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138628/165e2254-c0c7-4256-808f-bfc7cb932ad6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puducherry ![A lovely beach close to Puducherry ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6224933/65c263e8-c118-486a-bfda-c952bb1947f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kuilapalayam ![Isolated beaches 😍😍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981721687/1ee36edb-c78c-4aa5-ad9f-58640c8383c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kottakuppam ![Meditation centre Matrimandir or Matri Mandir, future city Auroville, near Pondicherry or Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635924385495/1e0489c1-729e-4b70-b2c4-da2c77d9cdba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Auroville - Cities near Vanur - Places of interest [Kalapet](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalapet.dx6138626)[Puducherry](https://expedia.co.uk/Puducherry.dx6138628)[Kuilapalayam](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuilapalayam.dx6224933)[Tindivanam](https://expedia.co.uk/Tindivanam.dx6259247)[Kottakuppam](https://expedia.co.uk/Kottakuppam.dx3000443205)[Auroville](https://expedia.co.uk/Auroville.dx553248635924385495) - [Sri Aurobindo Ashram ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sri-Aurobindo-Ashram-White-Town.d6104722.Attraction) - [Mailam Murugan Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mailam-Murugan-Temple-Tindivanam.d553248621562261804.Attraction) - [Padaleeswarar Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Padaleeswarar-Temple-Cuddalore.d553248621562261788.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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