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About this property

Central Location: City View Hostel in Kandy offers a convenient location with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall just a few steps away. Sri Dalada Maligawa is a 7-minute walk, while Kandy Museum lies 700 metres nearby. Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base is 23 km from the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The adults-only hostel features private and express check-in and check-out services. Guests can enjoy mountain and city views from their rooms. Shared bathrooms include showers, ensuring comfort and convenience. Dining Experience: A vegetarian and Asian breakfast is served daily, featuring local specialities and fresh fruits. The on-site hairdresser and beauty services provide added comfort for guests. Activities and Services: City View Hostel offers walking tours, car hire, and a tour desk. Additional services include a paid shuttle, concierge, and entertainment staff. Full-day security and paid off-site parking are available.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Asian

Options with:

  • Mountain view

  • City view


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We have 4 left
  • 1 bunk bed
269 feet²

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$6 per night
Original price
US$21
Late Escape Deal
- US$4.20
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$16.80

US$6 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Breakfast US$1.50 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$8 per night
Original price
US$30
Late Escape Deal
- US$6
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$24

US$8 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Original price
US$35.70
Late Escape Deal
- US$7.14
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$28.56

US$10 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Dinner included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
We have 4 left
  • 1 bunk bed
269 feet²
Mountain view
City view
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$6 per night
Original price
US$24
Late Escape Deal
- US$4.80
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$19.20

US$6 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Breakfast US$1.50 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$8 per night
Original price
US$30
Late Escape Deal
- US$6
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$24

US$8 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$11 per night
Original price
US$40.80
Late Escape Deal
- US$8.16
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$32.64

US$11 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Dinner included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

Amulya
India India
It looked like I was the only guest in the hostel so I was a bit sceptical as the rooms didn't have doors but curtains for privacy but Manoj was super nice and made me feel safe.
Woodrow
New Zealand New Zealand
Great location in the city and awesome wee hostel, the host Manoj is absolutely brilliant, so much knowledge of Sri Lanka and all the surrounding areas, had some great conversations, would definitely recommend 👍
Tiziana
Italy Italy
The host is very kind, available, and helpful. He makes the difference in your stay! The location is in the city center, close to the shops, restaurants, supermarkets, the little mall, the daily market, bus stop, trail station and the temple. You...
Ajay
India India
perfect location at centre of city, all attractions are nearby in walking distance. great host helps you with planning your day there, food, restro suggestions
Hiranmoy
India India
The hostel is close to almost each and every attractions here. Manoj, the host is an amazing guy. Loved the stay
Seok
Singapore Singapore
The host was very helpful. He advised us how to get to spice garden and even book a tuk tuk using pickme app. The room was very spacious and bed was comfortsble. 5 min walk from bus station and lake. Many restaurants, cafe, bakery shops,...
Rashmika
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
Place is really good and peaceful. Also it’s located in walking distance from main city
Mesut
Turkey Turkey
Even though I arrived very late at night, the facility officer accepted me.
Carlijn
Netherlands Netherlands
Great location, close to the busstop (5 min) and the trainstation (10 min). Great restaurants and a supermarket closeby. The owner is nice and helpful. The rooms are big with nice windows so you have a great view. About the other facilities i...
Wei
Malaysia Malaysia
The room is fine, the location is so strategic! Very close to the railway station (Kandy-Ella) and near the scared tooth temple and Kandy lake. All are within 10-15 minutes walking distance

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House rules

City View Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 00:30 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 48
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform City View Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.