The 10 best hostels in Kandy, Sri Lanka

The best hostels in Kandy

Some of the best backpacker spots in Kandy

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Eden 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.

Saskia

From

Belgium

If you want to be outside the city center in a nice quiet garden, then this is the place to be. Owner Udaya helps you were he can. Such a nice man! Unfortunately I only got to stay 1 night because it was sold out the next day. Otherwise I would have stayed longer for sure! He made sure I got on a good bus to Dambulla with a free transfer! Also gave me some delicious fruit. The terrace was so nice to sit and relax. If I ever come back to Kandy I will stay here again. Women's dorm is very spacious!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

Price from

US$19

1 night, 2 adults

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Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Set in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Sarah

From

Vietnam

The hosts are very lovely. The house itself is beautiful, and comfortable- it’s a short walk from the town, which means it’s quiet but not difficult to get to things.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews

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US$33.25

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.

Md Minhazur

From

Bangladesh

I loved the place the owner is very friendly. He also offered me well come drink. I had a nice Stay five star service. I took food also the food was tasty too thanks

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 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.

Faisal

From

Malaysia

My stay at Diamond Shine Hostel was an absolutely wonderful experience. What I liked most about this property was the exceptional hospitality and boundless cooperation I received from the owners. They made me feel truly welcome, even offering tea and coffee, which was a lovely gesture. A situation arose where I forgot my power bank in a taxi, and they went above and beyond to help me contact the taxi driver and retrieve it. They even took me in their own car to assist with this matter. Mr. Mahesh was incredibly respectful and kind, as were his daughter and wife. Their entire family made me feel right at home, and I received nothing but kindness and wonderful treatment from them. In short: A fantastic place with incredibly hospitable staff and family, always ready to help with respect and kindness, and thoughtful touches like offering tea and coffee. I highly recommend this place!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Price from

US$9

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.

leefromseoul

From

South Korea

super affordable hostel! clean & The hotel owner is such a wonderful person.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

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US$35.15

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.

akash

From

Sri Lanka

The host was very welcoming and helpful in every way possible. The space is as beautiful as the people who manage the property. You'll love the rooms. Very hygienic and beautiful.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews

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US$4.05

1 night, 2 adults

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Kurumbunkz Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy Museum, Kurumbunkz Kandy features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Evgeniia

From

Russia

nice place to stay, friendly staff, generally very good, locations is also supper convenient

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Price from

US$54

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.

Wesley

From

Netherlands

Very nice lady working there. Place was clean and comfortable

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 396 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.

Dan

From

Portugal

It's a very well decorated hostel, relatively close to the city center, has comfortable beds, very attentive staff and a nice pool with a view.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

Price from

US$49.12

1 night, 2 adults

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Funk Bunks - Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy Museum, Funk Bunks - Kandy provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

Schuller

From

Austria

The Boss was very helpful! Food was outstanding. Would come again. The road to the Hotel is really steep you should take a Tuktuk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

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US$27.06

1 night, 2 adults

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