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Eden Kandy

Kandy

Situated in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within 1.5 km, Eden Kandy features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

S
Sophie
From
Netherlands
Amazing! The place is really nice and clean. The owner is super helpful and friendly. It’s easy to reach and if you drive your own tuktuk they can help you with driving it up (it’s just a few meters) . He provides drinking water and there is nice warm water in the shower. The view is beautiful and the place is very peaceful. Good to get some rest after a day in the busy city. Would absolutely recommend and book it again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$16
1 night, 2 adults
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Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Set in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Simone
From
Denmark
Super friendly staff and it was great supporting this family run business. The room was very clean and had the cutest decor. Breakfast was very delicious, especially the coconut curry. Warmest recommendation :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Price from
US$35.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Carls' Corner

City Centre, Kandy

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Carls' Corner is situated in the centre of Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

h
hay
From
South Korea
Very neat and clean. New comer. Kitchen and common area. Clean two shower rooms and the mirror on hand wash dispenser. Comfy bed with curtains, even there's a small window on top bunk. Nice view anytime..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults
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Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

Kandy

Set in Kandy and with Kandy Museum reachable within 3.8 km, Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

N
Natania
From
New Zealand
Amazing deal for the price and location. Its about 400 in a Pick Me ride if you walk away from train station to other side of lake. Can catch a bus back to town easily. Family was super accommodating and welcomed me with a coffee and quick chat. Their daughter bakes great cakes and mom and daughter made a lovely simple Sri Lankan breakfast. Quiet even for SL New Year.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$6.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Bunty's " Free pickup from kandy"

Kandy

Set in Kandy, 1.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Bunty's " Free pickup from kandy" offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Lea
From
Switzerland
Bunty is very helpful and kind. If you want, he will show you around by car. He's always there to help you if needed or for a chat. Breakfast was very good and typically Sri Lankan. It's also possible to eat dinner at Buntys place, which was also very tasty. The House offers a little Garden and the area is calm. As a female solo traveller i felt safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$22.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Cozy Nest Villa

City Centre, Kandy

Well set in Kandy, Cozy Nest Villa provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

R
Rafael
From
Australia
Extremely nice qnd helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults
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The Bliss Hostel Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy, 7.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, The Bliss Hostel Kandy provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
MarianoFabi
From
Argentina
very nice chill and relaxed place, host very helpful and friendly at a lovely house with very good recommendations
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews
Price from
US$8.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Banana Bunks Kandy

Kandy

Banana Bunks Kandy has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kandy.

B
Bradley
From
United Kingdom
Clean bedrooms, nice chill out area and polite staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Funk Bunks - Mount View

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy Museum, Funk Bunks - Mount View provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

J
Johanna
From
Austria
Very nice staff, calm vibe, amazing breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults
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White Rose Hostel

City Centre, Kandy

Featuring a shared lounge, White Rose Hostel is set in the centre of Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

C
Christina
From
United Kingdom
Hotel-grade clean! Very comfortable, good temperature for sleeping. Nice to be somewhere modern during the heavy rain. Great value. Staff are super nice and knowledgeable and gave me great recs for food and activities. Loved the roof terrace - 4th floor views over the city. Amazing location next to the station in the centre of town but quiet because I was on the third floor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Kandy and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Kandy and nearby

  • View City Point

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, 600 metres from Bogambara Stadium, View City Point features views of the mountain.

    From US$8 per night

  • White Rose Hostel

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, White Rose Hostel is set in the centre of Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

  • The Nap Station Kandy

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Attractively situated in the City Centre district of Kandy, The Nap Station Kandy is situated 1.1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.1 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.6 km from Kandy Museum.

    From US$19.98 per night

  • Central City Hostel

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Set in Kandy, within 1.3 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.6 km of Bogambara Stadium, Central City Hostel offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$9 per night

  • Lakeside Escape Kandy

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Conveniently located in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lakeside Escape Kandy is set 1.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station and 1.6 km from Kandy Museum.

    From US$29.97 per night

  • Clare's Home

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Clare's Home features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$30.64 per night

  • Lodge in 611

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, 3.7 km from Bogambara Stadium, Lodge in 611 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$10 per night

  • Euphoria Dorm

    Kandy
    No credit card needed

    In a prime location in the centre of Kandy, Euphoria Dorm provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$27.75 per night

Save money on hostels in Kandy and nearby – budget options available

  • Situated in Huduhumpola, 3.4 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Crystal Castle Kandy by Isuru Gems features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    From US$21.09 per night

  • J hostel kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    J hostel kandy has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kandy. Popular points of interest nearby include Sri Dalada Maligawa, Kandy Museum and Royal Palace Park.

  • Sunbloom Hostel

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Attractively located in the centre of Kandy, Sunbloom Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Ku,Vana Hostel Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Situated in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station, Ku, Vana Hostel Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Truly Hostel Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Kandy, within 4.1 km of Kandy railway station and 4.8 km of Bogambara Stadium, Truly Hostel Kandy provides accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests...

  • Manudi Kandy Hostel

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Set within 11 km of Kandy railway station and 14 km of Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Manudi Kandy Hostel provides rooms in Kandy.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Kandy and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Kandy, within 1.8 km of Kandy railway station and 1.9 km of Bogambara Stadium, Palm Garden Home Stay provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    From US$16.50 per night

  • 2in1 Kandy Hostel

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Kandy, 2in1 Kandy Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$20 per night

  • Omelya Dorm

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Well set in the centre of Kandy, Omelya Dorm provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$23.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, 3 km from Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$19 per night

  • Bunkalow

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Situated in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within 4.4 km, Bunkalow features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    From US$33.97 per night

  • Set in Kandy, within 3.7 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 4.4 km of Bogambara Stadium, The Selene city hotel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private...

    From US$29.97 per night

  • Yarra BUNKZ Kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Yarra BUNKZ Kandy is set in Kandy, 1.2 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.1 km from Kandy railway station.

    From US$24.98 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Kandy

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  • Cozy Nest Villa

    Hostel in Kandy
    Avg. price/night: US$56.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
    The value you get in this property is the best so far I've had for a hostel/dorm. It came with free breakfast and dinner! It had hot water, AC and free towels. Although the facility itself is not "vibey", it is clean and comfortable located in a safe and pretty accessible from the main area/city center. You also do get to meet other people as dinner and breakfast are served along with other guests.
    Guest review by
    Dino
    Solo traveller

  • White Rose Hostel

    Hostel in Kandy
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
    Very clean & nice accommodation in a good location close to the railway station :) As a female solo-traveller I felt super safe. The hostel has a cute rooftop & the bathroom is amazing. The owners are super nice & friendly, help where they can & even took care of my staff whilst I was travelling the country. Definitely recommend it!
    Guest review by
    Claudia
    Solo traveller

  • Kandy Backpackers Hostel

    Hostel in Kandy
    Avg. price/night: US$19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews
    I have no hesitation in saying this - it is the best hostel to stay if you’re in Kandy! Very social, aforable doggos, value for money, lovely hosts and great location. I would go back again and again!
    Guest review by
    Rajshree
    Solo traveller

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