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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. The accommodation is still new, very clean and looks exactly like the photos. It has a nice terrace with sun loungers overlooking the garden, in the dining area you have a view of green palm trees - you completely forget that you are in the busy city of Kandy. It is an oasis of peace. We had a double room, but I also saw a part designated as a hostel, everything new and very nice. Wifi worked great, breakfast was good. The operator can arrange a lot of interesting activities for you, including various hiking tours. He also called Pick Me for us when we left, because we did not have our own app. I recommend

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9.6
Exceptional
149 reviews
Price from
US$12
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. 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

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9.6
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
US$8
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$4.50
per night

Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Catch The Ella Train 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. The location, the food, the host, comfort… everything!

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9.1
Superb
76 reviews
Price from
US$11.50
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. Everything was wonderful, starting with the lovely family that runs the place – they are very kind. The location is beautiful and peaceful, overlooking a charming forest. I highly recommend everyone to visit this place.

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8.9
Fabulous
426 reviews
Price from
US$2
per night

Situated in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy Museum, Kurumbunkz 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 are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen. The room was Great!! The staff was friendly and helpful, everything was very clean. The rooftop was beautiful and the food very tasty.

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8.5
Very good
104 reviews
Price from
US$21
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. Wonderful host, tons of social areas. A little far from the city center (20 minute walk) but you get the quiet neighborhood in return.

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8.9
Fabulous
390 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

Banana Bunks Kandy has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kandy. The property is situated 2.3 km from Kandy railway station, 2.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3 km from Bogambara Stadium. The hostel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The staff amazing, very helpful! I had some issues with my traintickets and they helped me out until the last minute! Great guys. Also, finally warm shower!

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8
Very good
499 reviews
Price from
US$54
per night

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. Located around 2 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, the hostel with free WiFi is also 3 km away from Bogambara Stadium. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Nice terrace to relax on with a good view. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. It was a very nice place to spend Christmas away from home 😊

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8.4
Very good
353 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, White Rose Hostel is set in the centre of Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. The property is located 1.5 km from Kandy Museum, 5.2 km from Ceylon Tea Museum and 5.4 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Good location, 15 mins walk to the train station. Clean room, personal locker in the room, quiet at night. Helpfull owner, providing all needed information.

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8.8
Fabulous
501 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

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