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Chill House Hostel

Anuradhapura

Situated in Anuradhapura, within 700 metres of Anuradhapura Railway Station and 1.8 km of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Chill House Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the...

F
Feng
From
China
I enjoyed every second at the hostel. The place is nicely decorated, people are friendly. I love the backyard. It’s like a little jungle with squirrels and birds. And across the backyard is the lake where you can enjoy beautiful sunrise and more birds. Definitely the best choice if you want to get to know more about Anuradhapura’s local lifestyle and close to nature.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$14.84
1 night, 2 adults

Feel Like Home Hostel Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Well located in the centre of Anuradhapura, Feel Like Home Hostel Anuradhapura provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

A
Agnes
From
Hungary
The owners are very kind and helpful people, their home has a calm vibe. They explained the best options to visit the temples. They provide breakfast, there is a mosquito net for each bed, and a big terrace to hang out, I could even do yoga there. :-)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$11.88
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Villa Nature Resort

Anuradhapura

Located in Anuradhapura, 8.7 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station, Forest Villa Nature Resort provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Michelle
From
Netherlands
I had a lovely stay! Such a beautiful green area. The room was very clean and the Sri Lankan breakfast was delicious. Sampath and his uncle are so friendly and he gave me a little tour of the fruits and spices in his garden. Thank you!! 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Grand Refuge Holiday Rooms

Anuradhapura

Located in Anuradhapura, 1 km from Attikulama Tank, Grand Refuge Holiday Rooms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

N
Nataša
From
Slovenia
The owner is really nice, he gave us some excelent tips to see some cool, free spots in the city. At the last day when we needed to catch the bus and it was pouring like crazy, he offered to drive us to the bus station for a small fee. We also had all our meals there and each of them was more amazing than the last. His mom is a really skilled cook, which offeres you a chance to experience amazing traditional cuisine. Their garden looks like a sanctuary. When you have your meal infront of the house, you can observe lots of wild animals visiting and walking around, so truly pristine Sri lankan experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$6.80
1 night, 2 adults

Coco Garden Holiday Homes

Anuradhapura

Set in Anuradhapura, 1.2 km from Kuttam Pokuna, Twin Ponds, Coco Garden Holiday Homes offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and water sports facilities.

W
Wietske
From
Netherlands
Very kind people, very tasty (vegetarian) dinner, amazing location, a quiet place close to the touristic sights.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$9.50
1 night, 2 adults

Kingfisher Hostel

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Kingfisher Hostel features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Anuradhapura, 1.1 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank.

H
HIRANMOY
From
India
It was a comfortable stay and the owner Thilivin us such a nice and humble guy.Do give it a try and you wont regret
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
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Chill House Hostel

Anuradhapura

Situated in Anuradhapura, within 700 metres of Anuradhapura Railway Station and 1.8 km of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Chill House Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the...

F
Feng
From
China
I enjoyed every second at the hostel. The place is nicely decorated, people are friendly. I love the backyard. It’s like a little jungle with squirrels and birds. And across the backyard is the lake where you can enjoy beautiful sunrise and more birds. Definitely the best choice if you want to get to know more about Anuradhapura’s local lifestyle and close to nature.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$14.84
1 night, 2 adults

Feel Like Home Hostel Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Well located in the centre of Anuradhapura, Feel Like Home Hostel Anuradhapura provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

A
Agnes
From
Hungary
The owners are very kind and helpful people, their home has a calm vibe. They explained the best options to visit the temples. They provide breakfast, there is a mosquito net for each bed, and a big terrace to hang out, I could even do yoga there. :-)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$11.88
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Villa Nature Resort

Anuradhapura

Located in Anuradhapura, 8.7 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station, Forest Villa Nature Resort provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Michelle
From
Netherlands
I had a lovely stay! Such a beautiful green area. The room was very clean and the Sri Lankan breakfast was delicious. Sampath and his uncle are so friendly and he gave me a little tour of the fruits and spices in his garden. Thank you!! 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Grand Refuge Holiday Rooms

Anuradhapura

Located in Anuradhapura, 1 km from Attikulama Tank, Grand Refuge Holiday Rooms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

N
Nataša
From
Slovenia
The owner is really nice, he gave us some excelent tips to see some cool, free spots in the city. At the last day when we needed to catch the bus and it was pouring like crazy, he offered to drive us to the bus station for a small fee. We also had all our meals there and each of them was more amazing than the last. His mom is a really skilled cook, which offeres you a chance to experience amazing traditional cuisine. Their garden looks like a sanctuary. When you have your meal infront of the house, you can observe lots of wild animals visiting and walking around, so truly pristine Sri lankan experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$6.80
1 night, 2 adults

Coco Garden Holiday Homes

Anuradhapura

Set in Anuradhapura, 1.2 km from Kuttam Pokuna, Twin Ponds, Coco Garden Holiday Homes offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and water sports facilities.

W
Wietske
From
Netherlands
Very kind people, very tasty (vegetarian) dinner, amazing location, a quiet place close to the touristic sights.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$9.50
1 night, 2 adults

Kingfisher Hostel

Anuradhapura City Centre, Anuradhapura

Kingfisher Hostel features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Anuradhapura, 1.1 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank.

H
HIRANMOY
From
India
It was a comfortable stay and the owner Thilivin us such a nice and humble guy.Do give it a try and you wont regret
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
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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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Anuradhapura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Anuradhapura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Anuradhapura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
The best hostel I‘ve been so far. Jonti and Hoppsi are great hosts, always making sure everyone is fine. It is a wonderful and very calm place to be and relax. I can highly recommend it!
Guest review by
Gina
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Cheap hostel, and you get what you pay for, which is obviously fine if you're on a budget! The beds are quite large and each has a strong fan, which is great for the heat. I found the beds very comfortable, vut some people might find the matress too hard/thin. Host is very nice and helpful. Bicycles are available for rent to visit the ancient city. Large lockers available too.
Guest review by
Jesse
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
This place is perfect for backpackers, close to the bus station and to the archeological site, there are some places for eating 5min walking. This place by itself is really pretty, chill, quiet, and clean. There is a little kitchen, good wifi, good beds. You can even rent a bike ! As a solo female traveler I felt really safe and the owners were really nice to me, I loved my stay ! Thank you so much again guys, hope to see you again !
Guest review by
Céleste
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Chill house hostel was great , ideal for backpackers on a budget! Nice friendly people and clean comfortable beds,. Close to the train station about a 5 minute walk.. bus station is close by too! Easy to get to the sacred city from here also.
Guest review by
james
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
owner was so lovely and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable. Nicest hostel beds I’ve stayed in so far, large beds and very private. it’s great location to explore all the history around and right next to a lake which is beautiful at sunset! Definitely recommend especially as such good price!
Guest review by
Anonymous
Solo traveller