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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.

S
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, 140 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.

J
Jordan
From
United Kingdom
Best place I've stayed in Sri Lanka! The owner is super nice and the breakfast is great. Very comfortable room with a balcony to watch the sunrise over the jungle.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
Price from
US$38.85
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.

S
Sathvik
From
India
After being at this place for 1 night , I just feel oh god can I stay here for a few more days . This place has a vibe . I wish if I could give a 10 star rating for the host too . Been on a backpacking trip in Srilanka for a week till now . As far as I have seen this is the best value for money dorm I have been in . Hopefully I'll come back here soon
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 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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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.

U
Ulrich
From
Germany
Wonderful place, blessing manager and volunteer, great hospitality!! I strongly recommend this hostel for a peaceful stay close to Kandy city in beautiful environment 💖👍👍👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 423 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.

K
Kristina
From
Ukraine
I stayed with my mother in this hostel for 3 days. Good and beautiful place. Close to lake and city center. Very clean. Pleasant host. Always helped us. Clean bed, Clean shower. It is possible to use the kitchen. Nice view from the room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 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.

B
Bradley
From
United Kingdom
Clean bedrooms, nice chill out area and polite staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 498 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.

T
Theodor
From
Sweden
Nice hostel, maybe not the most social one but still nice, rooms were clean. Unfortunately there was a guy snoring like an absolute airplane so I didnt get any sleep and decided to leave the hostel the next morning, they gave me my money back for the next night which was already payed without hesitation which is a huge +++++
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Price from
US$36
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.

T
Tamara
From
Switzerland
The location of the hostel is perfect, close to everything including the bus stop and train station. The owners are super friendly and helpful, also with my onward journey and day trips I did during my stay. The room and bathroom was very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
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Kandy Backpackers Hostel

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, 3 km from Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

M
Meta
From
South Sudan
My name is meta Nelson FROM SOUTH SUDAN IN AFRICA, I had 3 good nite in this hostel and I can surely recommend to millions of travelers travelling to KANDY, First of all it’s a budget hostel with avery good value for money and I met with lots for travellers from all over the world interacting with them and knowing more about different culture was really amazing. DJ THE DOG WAS SO THE FUN IMAGINE A DOG CAN GREET AND CHECK ON YOU IN THE ROOM OMG THATS HILARIOUS. Most of all I love the breakfast and dinner teaching class and also the dinner all in the booking price not forgetting the SWIMMING POOL WE HAD TO SWIM WITH AN AMERICAN FOR THE FIRST TIME . I really enjoyed everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
Price from
US$19
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.

Most booked hostels in Kandy and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 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 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 423 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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 140 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.

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 7.9
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$29.97 per night

Clare's Home

Kandy
Central location
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, Clare's Home features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$30.64 per night

Sizzle Sports Club

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
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, 433 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

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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

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

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$13.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Located in Peradeniya, within 3.4 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 8.2 km of Kandy railway station, Ella Way Resort-Peradeniya provides accommodation with a garden and as well as free private...

From US$11.80 per night

Steps Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
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.

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

Barefoot Inn Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews

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.

From US$115 per night

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.

Kurumbunkz

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

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

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

Kandy
Budget options available

Set in Kandy, 3 km from Kandy railway station, Kandy Krush 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...

V&C Hideout Villa & Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available

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.

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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White Rose Hostel

Hostel in Kandy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 495 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, 496 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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