Basabdatta Sen B.
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Visited Auroville from 4th - 7th December 2024, and stayed at CGH for 3 nights in the ground floor room Rose. I had opted for AC and attached bathroom. Room was spacious for two, I was visiting with my 80+ year old mother, and was senior citizen friendly. Amenities in the room were basic but clean, although some water-logging problem in the bathroom, with dents on the floor slabs. All things were functional though, including the AC. Tea and coffee available throughout the day in the community dining space and there are timings for breakfast and dinner. Food is too good. Anthony, Jaya and others have magic cooking skills! simple and tasty food. Ample amount. I did not need lunch after the generous breakfast. Wi-fi is available only in the dining space. The front office and staff were very friendly and I had a lovely time chatting with them - Rudula, Dodo and Cristina. I had to book an auto to take us around, which was also advised by Dodo. Was a splendid local person and he took us for both short trips within Auroville and long trips to Puducherry and back, all of the 3 days that we stayed. Walking distance from solar kitchen and several other spots on the map. Before we travelled, booking was easy, via the email provided on the auroville site of guesthouses. We took a taxi from Chennai airport - the taxi operator contact (Ganavelu) was also advised by Dodo upon my request. Very professional service from the operator and we booked taxi via his transport service. Overall, lovely stay and would like to make another trip in the future, staying at CGH!