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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. The property is around 4.3 km from Kandy Museum, 4.3 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 5.8 km from Ceylon Tea Museum. Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens is 6.8 km away and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is 15 km from the hostel. Loved it here. The room was immaculate and the host was extremely helpful, cannot recommend it more

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9.6
Exceptional
175 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

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. Located around 2.1 km from Bogambara Stadium, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.4 km away from Kandy railway station. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and room service for guests. The guesthouse is beautifully designed, the host was lovely and super kind. She explains many cultural habits from the country and shred her traveling experience. Breakfast was also amazing. Cleanliness at its best. The location is very convenient to both walk to the closed famous temple or take a quick tuktuk ride to the city center.

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9
Superb
271 reviews
Price from
US$73.50
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The rooms at Carls' Corner are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Kandy railway station, Bogambara Stadium and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue. Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base Airport is 24 km from the property. Very neat and clean. New comer. Kitchen and common area. Clean two shower rooms and the mirror on hand wash dispenser. Comfy bed with curtains, even there's a small window on top bunk. Nice view anytime..

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9.6
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

At the hostel, every room includes a desk and a balcony with a mountain view. With a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds also provide guests with a city view. The units feature a safety deposit box. The property was clean. The mountain views are awesome. I bought two meals and the food was good.

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9.3
Superb
14 reviews
Price from
US$3.40
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, certain rooms at Ella Way Resort-Peradeniya also provide guests with a mountain view. All units include a safety deposit box. That was a very nice stay, the hosts were caring and nice. Very recommended to stay. It’s closer to a Dhamma Kuta vipassana center, so for me it was comfortable to stay before meditation

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9.1
Superb
33 reviews
Price from
US$9.90
per night

Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Nature Lovers' Hostel is situated in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.7 km from Kandy railway station. The property is around 7.4 km from Bogambara Stadium, 7.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 8.6 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Incredible Sri Lankan breakfasts - the best food I've had on my trip. The hostel itself is great and surrounded by nature, offering the perfect escape from Kandy’s bustle. My bed was a very large single. What truly set this experience apart was Asanka he was an incredible host and immediately made you feel at home. He took me on a private tour of Kandy, revealing hidden gems I’d never have found on my own. His deep knowledge and genuine care made it unforgettable. If you’re seeking an authentic and memorable stay in Kandy, I couldn’t recommend this hostel and Asanka more. His kindness and attention to detail are unmatched.

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9.1
Superb
75 reviews
Price from
US$8
per night

All units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Cozy Nest Kandy Villa also provide guests with a garden view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Comfortable beds, big bathroom, delicious breakfast

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8.9
Fabulous
305 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

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. The property is situated 8.6 km from Bogambara Stadium, 8.8 km from Kandy railway station and 10 km from Kandy Museum. Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens is 13 km from the hostel and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is 19 km away. Lovely and very clean family place outside Kandy to enjoy a quiet place surrounded by nature. The dinner was delicious, special highlight for the mango curry 🥭😍

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8.8
Fabulous
433 reviews
Price from
US$3
per night

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. The property is set 3.6 km from Bogambara Stadium, 3.9 km from Kandy railway station and 7.6 km from Ceylon Tea Museum. The air-conditioned rooms provide a mountain view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

At the hostel, the rooms have a balcony. All rooms at Kurumbunkz Kandy are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen. Hotel restaurant was amazing, best cocktails I tried in Sri Lanka! Staff super friendly and the rooms were super comfy

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8.5
Very good
104 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

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. The property is around 3 km from Bogambara Stadium, 1.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.3 km from Kandy railway station. The property is 1.1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, and within 700 metres of the city centre. It seems that the location is not in the center, but it is very close to the center. I lived in a shared room, but there were no neighbors. Very cozy guesthouse with nice hosts.

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8.9
Fabulous
396 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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