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The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Lyudmila

From

Switzerland

We had a most amazing stay at The Thinnai. The property is well maintained with lovely garden, the restaurant has fantastic dinner options, the breakfast buffet is plentiful, the suite is tastefully decorated, the personnel is very welcoming. Strongly recommended!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

Price from

US$99.36

1 night, 2 adults

Grandpa's villa Jaffna

Grandpa's villa Jaffna in Jaffna features a garden and a restaurant. The rooms include a terrace. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

devi

From

Netherlands

The place is very beautiful and in a calm setting. Beautiful big room with view of the pool. Very clean and luxurious bathroom. Really felt like a treat to be here. And on too of that the staff was extremely kind and friendly, they went above and beyond to care for my needs and safety. Food was also very traditional and tasty.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$58.50

1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is set in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 16 km from Nilavarai Well.

Sofia

From

United Kingdom

It was absolute bliss. We were three couples travelling together and we had the entire house to ourselves. The bedrooms were super clean and the beds were very comfortable. The staff (especially Janakan) were incredibly attentive, lovely and made everything work beautifully. There really was nothing we lacked. The breakfast prepared by Mihla was delicious and so personal. If you are looking for an intimate and local experience then I couldn’t recommend this enough. If you prefer big hotels with a resteraunt/breakfast buffet then I think the other Jetwing in Jaffna is probably more for you.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Price from

US$150.16

1 night, 2 adults

NorthGate Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, NorthGate Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

Eoin

From

Ireland

Clean, comfortable and very warm and helpful staff. Great location too

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

Price from

US$86.10

1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Jetwing Jaffna provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Thinuwan

From

Sri Lanka

We were on a cycling trip around the country and our priorities / expectations were met by the hotel. 1. Easy access to the hotel from the road 2. Simple and comfortable accommodation 3. Humble and supportive staff 4. Safe and secure parking for our cycles (The hotel was kind to provide us with some water to wash our cycles) 5. Easy check-in & check-out 6. Good food! :-)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

Price from

US$90.60

1 night, 2 adults

Best Inn

Situated in Jaffna, 4.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Best Inn features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$20

1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna City Palace Hotel

Set in Jaffna, 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Jaffna City Palace Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

Omid

From

Germany

The breakfast was amazing Clean Calm Friendly staff

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Price from

US$40

1 night, 2 adults

Humming Birds Suites

Set in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Humming Birds Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Max

From

Germany

Really nice place to stay. Super clean and welll maintained. Highly recommended.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Price from

US$32

1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna Inn

Jaffna Inn is set in Jaffna, within 1.9 km of Jaffna Fort and 15 km of Nilavarai Well. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

JUSTIN

From

United Kingdom

We had a great stay at this hotel. The location is perfect just a short walk to the town center, yet surprisingly quiet and peaceful. It offers the best of both worlds: convenience and tranquility. The staff were excellent and extremely helpful, always ready to assist with a smile. Their warm hospitality really stood out and made the stay even more enjoyable. In terms of value for money, it’s outstanding. The experience was honestly better than many of the top rated hotels in town, both in comfort and service. Would definitely recommend and return!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Price from

US$43.29

1 night, 2 adults

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Jaffna – 174 hotels and places to stay

Thambu Illam

Situated in Jaffna, 1.9 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Thambu Illam features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Parthiban

From

India

the old school nature of the property

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

Price from

US$113.40

1 night, 2 adults

The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Lyudmila

From

Switzerland

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

Price from

US$99.36

1 night, 2 adults

Grandpa's villa Jaffna

Grandpa's villa Jaffna in Jaffna features a garden and a restaurant. The rooms include a terrace. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

devi

From

Netherlands

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$58.50

1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is set in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 16 km from Nilavarai Well.

Sofia

From

United Kingdom

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Price from

US$150.16

1 night, 2 adults

NorthGate Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, NorthGate Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

Eoin

From

Ireland

Clean, comfortable and very warm and helpful staff. Great location too

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

Price from

US$86.10

1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Jetwing Jaffna provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Thinuwan

From

Sri Lanka

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

Price from

US$90.60

1 night, 2 adults

Best Inn

Situated in Jaffna, 4.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Best Inn features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$20

1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna City Palace Hotel

Set in Jaffna, 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Jaffna City Palace Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

Omid

From

Germany

The breakfast was amazing Clean Calm Friendly staff

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Price from

US$40

1 night, 2 adults

Humming Birds Suites

Set in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Humming Birds Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Max

From

Germany

Really nice place to stay. Super clean and welll maintained. Highly recommended.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Price from

US$32

1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna Inn

Jaffna Inn is set in Jaffna, within 1.9 km of Jaffna Fort and 15 km of Nilavarai Well. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

JUSTIN

From

United Kingdom

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Price from

US$43.29

1 night, 2 adults

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Hotels with airport shuttles in Jaffna

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Jaffna City Palace Hotel

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

From US$52.76 per night

The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

From US$192.10 per night

Village Hotel Northern Point

Hotel in Point Pedro

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

From US$72.59 per night

Humming Birds Suites

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

From US$34.41 per night

Grandpa's villa Jaffna

Airport shuttle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

From US$67.10 per night

Most booked hotels in Jaffna and surroundings in the past month

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Yal's Town Inn

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3

Good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

PJ Hotels Jaffna

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6

Good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Pearl Island Inn

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3

Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Thambu Illam

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

Grandpa's villa Jaffna

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

Humming Birds Suites

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Jetwing Jaffna

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

Green Grass Hotel & Restaurant

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

NorthGate Jaffna

Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

Budget hotels in Jaffna and nearby

Matheera holiday home

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Set 1.2 km from Jaffna Fort and 1.1 km from Jaffna Public Library in Jaffna, Matheera holiday home offers accommodation with a kitchen.

Jetwing Jaffna

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Jetwing Jaffna provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$117.60 per night

Gnaanams Hotel and Restaurant

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

Located in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Gnaanams Hotel and Restaurant provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$23.40 per night

Jaffna Inn

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Jaffna Inn is set in Jaffna, within 1.9 km of Jaffna Fort and 15 km of Nilavarai Well. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

From US$50.38 per night

Abbi Holiday - Jaffna Lodge

Cheap hotel

Situated in Jaffna, 1.4 km from Jaffna Public Library and 1.9 km from Jaffna Fort, Abbi Holiday - Jaffna Lodge offers air conditioning.

From US$69.39 per night

Jaffna Ratnam Holiday Home -AC

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Jaffna Ratnam Holiday Home -AC is situated in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.9 km from Jaffna Railway Station, and 2.3 km from Jaffna Public Library.

From US$49.78 per night

Vaishana Residency

Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and a 17-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station, Vaishana Residency offers air conditioning.

From US$55.04 per night

Kumar inn

Cheap hotel

Situated in Jaffna, 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km from Jaffna Public Library, Kumar inn offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$80.29 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Jaffna

Yaarl Hostels

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1

Good - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 1 km from Jaffna Public Library, Yaarl Hostels provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$16.59 per night

Yal's Town Inn

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3

Good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Set in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Public Library, Yal's Town Inn offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$28.52 per night

UK Inn Guest House

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0

Good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, UK Inn Guest House is set in Jaffna, 1.3 km from Jaffna Public Library and 2 km from Jaffna Fort.

From US$31.54 per night

Regus Jaffna

Central location

Situated just less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Regus Jaffna offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$51.62 per night

Subhas Tourist Hotel

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9

Good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 700 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Subhas Tourist Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$44.59 per night

Sj Hotel Jaffna

Central location

Situated in Jaffna, 700 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Sj Hotel Jaffna features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$20.65 per night

Nithusha Holiday House Jaffna

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0

Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Jaffna with Jaffna Public Library and Jaffna Fort nearby, Nithusha Holiday House Jaffna offers accommodation with free private parking.

From US$12.62 per night

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is set in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 16 km from Nilavarai Well.

From US$183.52 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Jaffna and nearby

NorthGate Jaffna

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, NorthGate Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

From US$298.54 per night

Golden Star Guest House

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1

Good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Jaffna Public Library and 1.8 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Golden Star Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

From US$21.35 per night

J City Holidays Inn

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Located within 400 metres of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.2 km of Jaffna Public Library in Jaffna, J City Holidays Inn features accommodation with seating area.

From US$17.42 per night

Peninsula hotel

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0

Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated in Jaffna, 1.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Peninsula hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$27.53 per night

Nallur Holidays Inn

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews

Nallur Holidays Inn in Jaffna provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

From US$15.20 per night

Sobia Villa

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9

Good - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Sobia Villa is set in Jaffna, 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 2.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, and 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library.

From US$14.91 per night

Flora Guest Inn

Breakfast options

Boasting city views, Flora Guest Inn features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 3.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

From US$57.35 per night

St Anne's Hotel & Restaurant

Breakfast options

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, St Anne's Hotel & Restaurant features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$41.48 per night

FAQs about hotels in Jaffna

What guests said about Jaffna:

6.0

A slightly different experience to rest of the island but a...

A slightly different experience to rest of the island but a positive one. However it was more dirty than other large towns and cities, rubbish is everywhere! The Dutch fort is the best experience, a place worth visiting. Driving down to the islands is a nice experience and much calmer atmosphere from main Jaffna city. The views of the ocean is great but the coastline is filled with plastic bottles, general refuse and redundant fishing gear. I would not want to wonder around barefoot but this applies to most of the srilankan cost line that I have visited... sadly..

Guest review by

Athula

United Kingdom

We enjoyed visiting the Nallur temple, fish market and...

We enjoyed visiting the Nallur temple, fish market and fishing village and especially the excursions around the Jaffna peninsula and the nearby islands. August is a great month to be in Jaffna, as there are temple festivals all around, with music and rituals. For a nice cold beer and some snacks, the Machang bar / restaurant - near the modern North Gate Hotel - is highly recommended. For a mid-morning snack, the old-fashioned Malayan café near the busy market is a great place where time seems to have stood still. Food is served on fresh banana leaves - which are thrown away in the 'banana leaf throwing station'. For a decent evening meal, head to the Valampuri restaurant - in the hotel of the same name. You'll be surrounded by lots of Sri Lankan family groups.

Guest review by

MARIA GUILLAUMINE

Spain

"Jaffna is a truly impressive city—very clean, peaceful, and...

"Jaffna is a truly impressive city—very clean, peaceful, and notably low on traffic. We had a wonderful stay at the North Gate Hotel, situated right next to the railway station. What surprised and delighted us most was the spotless condition of the Jaffna Railway Station. In our experience, railway areas are typically the dirtiest, but the excellent maintenance here created a lovely and quiet environment right outside our hotel. Our sincere thanks to the Railway Master for setting such a high standard! We absolutely loved our visit and look forward to returning."

Guest review by

Suabey

Sri Lanka

Jaffna is still an unspoiled and hidden gem of a city.

Jaffna is still an unspoiled and hidden gem of a city. People are super friendly and the city is bustling and easy to navigate. There is a beech just outside the city center which is quiet and beautiful. It was very hot when we visited in july but we did not mind this at all.

Guest review by

Sean

United Kingdom

Jaffna is lovely city and it’s a shame we didn’t stay longer...

Jaffna is lovely city and it’s a shame we didn’t stay longer. It has changed a lot since our last visit 7 years ago with a lot more development but a shame so many franchises have opened up. It has a nice mix of tourist attractions and yet maintains its charm as a local area. The Rio ice cream is the best! I wish we had more time to enjoy local cuisine.

Guest review by

Pratiksha

United Kingdom

8.0

Place must visit, people are nice, lot of tourist places to...

Place must visit, people are nice, lot of tourist places to see, the public library, the fort, the beach, lot of temples here. Places from. Jaffna port to Jaffna city route is very impressive one. Enjoy

Guest review by

SELVARAJ

India

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Tilko City Hotel Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

very dirty. the main reason for booking was for the pool that was out of action. breakfast was meant to be included in the price but they charged me for it. the price they charge does not reflect the service received.. I have been travelling Sri Lanka for 3 months and this was by far the poorest hotel and the price I paid was much too expensive. Jaffna is a beautiful place and people should visit but do not stay here. Very poor standard!

Guest review by

Tristan

Jersey

Jaffna Heritage Hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews

This was our second stay at Jaffna Heritage, and unfortunately, we could only stay for one night this time. We love the place! It's conveniently located just a 15-minute bus ride from Jaffna city center. The rooms were neat and clean, and the hotel boasts a fantastic pool, perfect for relaxation. Above all, the hospitality and service provided by Manager Wije and Rajeevan were exceptional. We look forward to returning soon!

Guest review by

Siva

Sri Lanka

Thambu Illam

From US$166.10 per night

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

This is a lovely little hotel in Jaffna. The staff were so lovely and went out of their way to be helpful. Special thank you to Mathu. They even gave me a birthday cake on my birthday. They are happy to arrange tuk-tuks and any food and drinks you may want. The room itself was very clean and comfortable. The property is a short tuk-tuk ride from the centre of town or you can walk. Highly recommended.

Guest review by

Natasha

United Kingdom

Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts - Boutique Heritage Luxury

From US$188.04 per night

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews

Fox Jaffna is a lovely hotel, which is well located for all the sights in Jaffna. The food was exceptional with a wide range of choice but we can definitely recommend the local cuisine- crab curry particularly. Staff were outstanding and always ready to help us- particularly Trevin and Sujeevan.Front desk helped us organise tours- thanks to Shane and Lakshika

Guest review by

Sumi

United Kingdom

The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna