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Hostels in Kandy

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The best hostels in Kandy

Some of the best backpacker spots in Kandy

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
    From
    US$19
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
    From
    US$13
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
    From
    US$7
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
    From
    US$47
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews
    From
    US$8
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
    From
    US$11
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews
    From
    US$56
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
    From
    US$35
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
    From
    US$19
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
    From
    US$22
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
    From
    US$23
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
    From
    US$16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
    From
    US$19
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
    From
    US$8
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews
    From
    US$8
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    US$16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    US$34
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults

Looking for a hostel?

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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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, 390 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews

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

View City Point

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews

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

From US$8 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 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
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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
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$16.65 per night
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, The Heights in Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$54.39 per night

Sizzle Sports Club

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Set in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy Museum, Sizzle Sports Club offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$77.88 per night

Lodge in 611

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 427 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 4 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

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

Kandy Krush Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Kandy, 3 km from Kandy railway station, Kandy Krush Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

From US$26.64 per night

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

Steps Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Set in Kandy, 1.3 km from Bogambara Stadium, Steps Kandy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

J hostel kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
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.

Hostel Avion Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Kandy, Hostel Avion Kandy provides free WiFi, a shared lounge 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...

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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

Omelya Dorm

Kandy
No credit card needed
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

Ceylon Chill Bunks

Ampitiya
No credit card needed

Located in Ampitiya, 3.2 km from Kandy Museum, Ceylon Chill Bunks provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$10.89 per night

V&C Hideout Villa & Hostel

Kandy
No credit card needed

Located in Kandy, 5.6 km from Kandy Museum, V&C Hideout Villa & Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$42.35 per night

Yarra BUNKZ Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Located in Peradeniya, 3.4 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Ella Way Resort-Peradeniya provides accommodation with a garden and private parking.

From US$14.16 per night

Manudi Kandy Hostel

Kandy
No credit card needed

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

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Hostels that guests love in Kandy

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Avg. price/night: US$54.05
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 502 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
Avg. price/night: US$18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 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