Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

–Great location - show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Diamond Shine Hostal and Bunk Beds in Kandy offers adults-only accommodation with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the picnic spots. Modern Facilities: The hostel features a 24-hour front desk, paid shuttle service, and full-day security. Additional amenities include bicycle parking, breakfast in the room, room service, and car hire. Dining Options: Breakfast options include continental, American, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and Asian. Fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, fruits, and juice are served daily. Local Attractions: Located 21 km from Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base, the hostel is near Kandy Museum (3.8 km), Sri Dalada Maligawa (3.8 km), and Kandy View Point (4.4 km).

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian, American

Options with:

  • Landmark view

  • Quiet street view

  • Garden view

  • Mountain view

  • City view

  • Terrace

Availability

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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
240 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Mountain view
Landmark view
City view
Bath
Patio
Soundproofing
Terrace
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Iron
  • Shared bathroom
  • Microwave
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wake-up service
  • Toaster
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Baby safety gates
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$5 per night
Price US$14
Excluded: 11 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$0.85 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 1 January 2026
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • You won't be charged in the next step
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I am fortunate to have enjoyed a very comfortable stay and extraordinary hospitality. I experienced the family as being kind, generous, sincere, compassionate and having great integrity. I felt very much at ease staying at Diamond Shine.  The...”
Hannah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hosts are incredible, they meet you with a welcome drink, provide home cooked meals for breakfast lunch and dinner with produce from their garden, currency exchange, laundry, tips and advice, answer any questions and can provide lifts into...”
Faisal
Malaysia 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...”
Rounak
India India
“Absolutely marvelous is the property and especially the hosts. This is not your typical hostel. Located at the rooftop of a home and nestled in a place where it's neither too close nor too far away from the main road of Ampitiya. The room, rooftop...”
Natania
New Zealand New Zealand
“Amazing deal for the price and location. Its about 400 in a Pick Me ride if you walk away from train station to other side of lake. Can catch a bus back to town easily. Family was super accommodating and welcomed me with a coffee and quick chat....”
Adam
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“Probably the best hostel I have stayed at in sri lanka. Super clean, amazing owners”
Fuad
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“The property was clean. The mountain views are awesome. I bought two meals and the food was good.”
Dmitry
India India
“Diamond Shine это маленький семейный хостел на окраине Канди. Тихое, живописное место, которое открылось всего несколько месяцев назад. Все чисто и комфортно. Очень гостеприимная семья - всегда рады помочь необходимой информацией, а также...”
Pellizzari
Italy Italy
“Ottimo ostello, pulito e molto confortevole. La camerata ha quattro posti letto con due letti a castello, molto luminoso. L'ostello si trova sopra la casa dei proprietari, una famiglia davvero gentile e disponibile, pronta a soddisfare ogni vostra...”
Mara
Germany Germany
“Sehr schönes modernes Zimmer, tolle Aussicht und total nette Familie, die einem immer gerne behilflich ist !”

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Exceptional breakfast available at the property for US$0.85 per person, per day.
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Hot chocolate • Fruit juice
  • Menu style
    À la carte
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House rules

Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 12:00
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 of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.