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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.

C
Corina Maria
From
Italy
Very modern and clean place at a more then reasonable price. The host was very welcoming and helpful with recommendations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
US$19
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.

A
Alex
From
United Kingdom
Carl is a very good host, super accommodating!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$12.60
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.

A
Adam
From
Czech Republic
Probably the best hostel I have stayed at in sri lanka. Super clean, amazing owners
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.

y
yibin
From
China
I like here,and the breakfast is very good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$22.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Cozy Nest Kandy Villa

City Centre, Kandy

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

F
Francesca
From
United Kingdom
soo clean, comfy beds, great helpful host who works hard but is always smiling, great location, filling breakfast, good wifi. 4 bed dorm was spacious with own bathroom and locker. aircon and fan. all really good. totally recommend. only 200/300 rupees to get to town on pickme or 20 min walk. host offered me tea in the afternoon for no charge. good for solo travellers as met nice people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
Price from
US$47
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
Maja
From
Poland
It was very clean and nice place to stay. Very beautiful place with garden to sit in the evening and chat. The woman who owns the house is very nice and helpful and she maksa amazing food!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews
Price from
US$8.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, 1.1 km from Kandy Museum, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

P
Priyanka Madhurani
From
Sri Lanka
Friendly staff.Reasonable price.Warmly welcomed.Clean & Tidy.Highly recommended :D
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
Price from
US$11.34
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.

G
Gabriele
From
Belgium
The menager and the people working in the hostel are just amazing. They helped us with everything. Nice hostel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
Price from
US$55.81
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.

A
Alyssa
From
Netherlands
The owner is very nice and knows exactly what a traveller needs. Had a cooking class with his wife and we had a lot of fun
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
Price from
US$35
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.

P
Patrícia
From
Portugal
Hospitality of the hosts: the owner gave such amazing tips about where to eat and what to visit; amazing price/quality! Everything very cleaned!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 501 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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 257 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 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 498 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 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 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 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, 81 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, 428 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 7.0
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

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

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.

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.

Kandy Krush Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available

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.

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.

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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

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White Rose Hostel

Hostel in Kandy
Avg. price/night: US$27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 501 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, 498 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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