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Liselma Residence

City Centre, Kandy

Situated conveniently in the centre of Kandy, Liselma Residence offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and city views.

J
Jelmer
From
Netherlands
The host is extremely kind, friendly and helpful. Like your Sri Lankan dad. Location is a bit outside the main busy centre, and that's nice actually. There's a great restaurant downhill, just 5min walking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Galkaduwa360 Villa

Kandy

Set within 2.7 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.4 km of Bogambara Stadium, Galkaduwa360 Villa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

M
Meuranga Muditha
From
Sri Lanka
The view 😍 The comfort 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy

Situated within 4.4 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.2 km of Ceylon Tea Museum, Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

v
valentina
From
Greece
Everything was amazing. The room was very clean and cozy. The food is AMAZING!!! Highly recommend the hotel. Thanks for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Kande Home

City Centre, Kandy

Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, Kande Home offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has mountain and river views, and is 1.9 km from Kandy Museum.

j
jef
From
France
We stayed 2 nights. They explained to us what place to visit. Our host was helpful and kind! Very tasty breakfast and dinner! The room is very clean, highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$28.35
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Olde Ceylon

City Centre, Kandy

Well located in Kandy, Villa Olde Ceylon is a recently renovated guest house, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Elia Cornali
From
Austria
This place is stunningly beautiful! It's an oasis of tranquility and wellness very close to the city centre. As soon as you walk in you will be overwhelmed by the amazing artwork and the amazing style of the villa. Didn't find anything comparable to this hidden gem! It's just next level. The owner is super kind and makes you feel like a king/queen. Grazie mille fratello!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Sun Dove Suite

City Centre, Kandy

Ideally located in Kandy, Sun Dove Suite offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake and city views, and is 1.6 km from Bogambara Stadium.

D
Dulanga M
From
Sri Lanka
Owner, Mr. Prabath is a very good gentleman & was very friendly. Got very valuable info to plan out visit to Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy. Breakfast is very good and loved the welcome drink. Neighborhood was very calm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults

Mystique Hideout

Kandy

Set in Kandy and only 2.3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Mystique Hideout offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

D
Dominika
From
United Kingdom
The room was clean and very spacious :) Also the staff was so helpful and had very good English.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews
Price from
US$11.52
1 night, 2 adults

SERENE HOME

Kandy

Boasting free bikes and views of garden, SERENE HOME is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kandy, 3.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

K
Kumara123
From
Sri Lanka
Owner was very helpful. clam and quite place. breakfast good and plentiful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Kandy Homestay

City Centre, Kandy

Well set in Kandy, Hello Kandy Homestay is a recently renovated homestay, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Maliha
From
Bangladesh
We spent three nights at this lovely house with a beautiful terrace offering a magnificent view of the Hanthana range. The cleanliness was impressive, and the bathroom was well-stocked with toothpaste, shampoo, and body wash. The breakfast and dinner was delicious. The family’s exceptional efforts to ensure our comfort coupled with all other facilities made it our best stay in Sri Lanka.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

The Grove

Kandy

Offering a garden and mountain view, The Grove is situated in Kandy, 10 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 15 km from Kandy railway station.

E
Elysha
From
United Kingdom
We had two nights at the Grove and everything was perfect. We had the family room which was enormous with a beautiful shaded balcony overlooking the mountains. The breakfast was phenomenal- eggs and sausages, followed by platters of French toast and pancakes and finally a plate of fresh fruit. We ate their both evenings and the dinners were excellent. We especially loved the infinity pool which was perfect for a cool down and big enough to get a proper swim in after a hot walk or run.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

Charlton Kandy Rest is an affordable property located only 1 km from Kandy Railway Station and Kandy Bus Station.

From US$12 per night

Orchard Home

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

Well situated in Kandy, Orchard Home offers a Full English/Irish breakfast and free WiFi.

From US$35.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Princess Villa Kandy Rail Station is a recently renovated guest house in the centre of Kandy, 300 metres from Kandy railway station and 300 metres from Bogambara Stadium.

From US$21.31 per night

Lilly Rooms

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

Conveniently set in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lilly Rooms is located 1.2 km from Kandy railway station, 600 metres from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1 km from Kandy Museum.

From US$17.98 per night

Kandy View Stay

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, Kandy View Stay offers a balcony, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. This guest house offers free private parking and free shuttle service.

From US$26.09 per night

Hidden Haven

Kandy
Central location

Set in Kandy, 1.5 km from Bogambara Stadium, 1.4 km from Kandy railway station and less than 1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, Hidden Haven offers accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

From US$27.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Situated less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 16-minute walk from Kandy railway station in the centre of Kandy, Grand Infinite Home Stay features accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

From US$38.85 per night

Sesatha lake Kandy

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews

Ideally set in Kandy, Sesatha lake Kandy is a recently renovated guest house, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$45 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kandy and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

In a prime location in Kandy, Kandy Dilruk Homestay provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

Easy Stay

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews

Situated conveniently in Kandy, Easy Stay offers a continental breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From US$49.50 per night

256 Townhouse Rest

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews

256 Townhouse Rest is set in the City Centre district of Kandy, 1.1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, 1.3 km from Kandy Museum and 1.5 km from Bogambara Stadium.

From US$16.25 per night

Heritage Kandy City Bungalow has a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Kandy, 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.9 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.8 km from...

From US$33.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Boasting a terrace with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Misty Clouds Homestay can be found in Kandy, close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.6 km from Bogambara Stadium.

From US$27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, The Views Kandy - 360 Mountain View offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$113 per night

Janali Homestay

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set in the heart of Kandy, Janali Homestay provides accommodation with garden views, just less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 13-minute walk from Kandy railway station.

From US$15.54 per night

Mcleod-Inn

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews

Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, Mcleod-Inn offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$49 per night

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

Windy Ridge Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

Located in Kandy, near Bogambara Stadium, Kandy railway station and Sri Dalada Maligawa, Windy Ridge Kandy has a garden.

From US$72.45 per night

The Next Door

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, the recently renovated The Next Door offers well-equipped accommodation featuring air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

From US$67.22 per night

Freedom Lodge, Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews

Freedom Lodge, Kandy offers accommodation set 100 metres from the centre of Kandy and provides a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$26.60 per night

St Bridget's Country Bungalow

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews

Situated in Kandy, within 1.6 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.7 km of Bogambara Stadium, St Bridget's Country Bungalow features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as...

From US$70 per night

King Of Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Ideally situated in Kandy, King Of Kandy features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service.

From US$34.20 per night

Highest View

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 740 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and mountain view, Highest View is situated in Kandy, 1.3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.9 km from Kandy railway station.

From US$60 per night

Marvel Hills Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Situated in Kandy, Marvel Hills Kandy features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. In room facilities include hot water, TV, air conditioning, WiFi, tea & coffee facility free of charge.

From US$64.64 per night

Hansons Homestay

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews

In a central area of Kandy, located within a short distance of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and Sri Dalada Maligawa, Hansons Homestay offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such...

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Avg. price/night: US$19.98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
Lovely room full of light and large bath room with access to kitchen and washing machine Cleaning be of the best Homestay’s we have stayed in Lovely hosts and very quiet yet minutes from supermarket with restaurants Would highly recommend staying here
Guest review by
Rex
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
The Homestay is operated by a heartfelt loving host family. You feel welcome immediately and home. The rooms are pleasantly organized. Especially the light-flooded common room with dining table and arms lines for reading is inviting. From the terraces you have a view view to the Knuckle mountains. Mahesh is a helpful organizational talent, the mother prepares for breakfast, as well as tasty local food on request. I felt very comfortable in this Homestay.
Guest review by
Thomas
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
More of a homestay - simple accommodation in a beautiful, tranquil setting. Lovely hosts, home-cooking & peace; but maybe BYO toiletries.
Guest review by
AF1113
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews
Jaye’s Homestay was a great property to stay at. The owner, Jaye was a great host who kind and attentive. He prepared a delicious and giant Sri Lankan breakfast. Highly recommend. The rooms are spacious and the shower has good water pressure. The view from the shared balcony was lovely. The walk to the city, whilst up hill is only 10 minutes away maximum. Very good stay!
Guest review by
Conour
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Cham and his family are incredibly great hosts. He supports you wherever he can, is always there for you and available, helps you organise trips and simply makes you feel at home in his homestay. The vibe in the house is incredibly positive. Everyone smiles and it's just lovely. The breakfast in the morning is wonderful
Guest review by
Sarah
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
I found this to be a lovely homestay. The place is filled with wood carved artwork, it’s like a museum. The host family is very kind, will help you with what you need and work their magic in the kitchen creating delicious meals for breakfast and dinner in my case. The also organize tours, which I joined and that was money and time very well spent. The homestay is a good 10 minute walk to town center, but it’s a relatively quiet one along the lake (north side).
Guest review by
Majid
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews
Great staff, nice view and located close to the city center! Book a tour on forehand via withlocals.com and look for a tour with host Buddhima. I promise she'll elevate your stay in Kandy and let you taste the best (street)food, fruits and spices. The rooms in the homestay are large, clean and the breakfast is good!
Guest review by
arnevanginkel
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews
Perfect home stay with lovely host, great breakfast (the best we had in Sri Lanka!), nice rooms and views. Thank you!
Guest review by
Rebecca
Family with young children