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Funk Bunks - By The Lake
City Centre, Kandy
All units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. At Funk Bunks - By The Lake every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
Austria
Comfortable beds, big bathroom, delicious breakfast
The Bliss Hostel Kandy
Kandy
Located in Kandy, 7.1 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. Located around 7.4 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, the hostel with free WiFi is also 7.5 km away from Kandy Museum. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a garden view.
Italy
It is a lovely place, far from the chaotic city, surrounded by a beautiful garden and the house has a really gorgeous design. Really good price for the service that you received and good relaxing vibes. Thank you for the generous welcome after my long journey.
Barefoot Inn Kandy
City Centre, Kandy
At the hostel, every room has a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and slippers, rooms at Barefoot Inn Kandy also provide guests with a mountain view. The units at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a safety deposit box.
Australia
Please do yourself a favour and stay at this guesthouse, it’s genuinely one of the best I’ve ever been to. It feels more like an in-vogue boutique hotel or your ‘cool’ aunt’s place. The location is perfect as it’s only a 5-minute tuk tuk or a leisurely 20-minute stroll into town but importantly you’re able to escape the chaos, dust and noise of Kandy. The living space, bedroom and bathroom are all spacious and clean, and the design and furniture in the space is amazing! What really stands out about this place though is the host. Jeevani feels like more of a friend than a host and some of my favourite memories of Kandy will be the conversations I had with her. She’s extremely kind and caring and has a lot of wisdom and life experience to share. Make sure you make time to have a conversation with her!
Catch The Ella Train Hostel
Kandy
Located in Kandy, Catch The Ella Train Hostel is 500 metres from Peradeniya Railway Station, 1.1 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and The property is 19.1 Km to the Ambuluwawa Tower, 8.2 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, 7.9 km from Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and 10 km from Kandy Museum. Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue is 7.7 km from the property. Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is 21 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 96 km from Catch The Ella Train Hostel
United States of America
The owner is such an easy guy to get along with. He has a great sense of humor. Breakfast everyday was different and so delicious! He took me on a tour to the tea factory, an artist studio, a village, and an Ayuverdic spa. He ended our tour with a treat (baked goods and homemade biryani) when I finished my massage. He also offered to give a tour of the Buddhist temples. This hostel is extremely close to the train station and easy to access Royal Botanical Garden by bus. Even the complimentary soap here smells amazing. I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel and I've made a wonderful lifelong friend. I would recommend for solo travellers especially because of the delicious free breakfast and the activities that the host has planned.
2in1 Kandy Hostel
City Centre, Kandy
Well located in the centre of Kandy, 2in1 Kandy Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.
Iraq
The best and most peaceful two nights I spent in this beautiful place
Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy
City Centre, Kandy
Situated in Kandy, 3.1 km from Bogambara Stadium, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 3.3 km from Kandy railway station, 7 km from Ceylon Tea Museum and 8.4 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
Sweden
Very nice owner, gave me coffee upon arrival and gave great local recommendations. Very clean and well-maintained property, perfect choice to stay for a few days. Nice lounge areas, nice view. Felt perfectly at home
Banana Bunks Kandy
Kandy
Boasting a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Banana Bunks Kandy is situated in Kandy, 2.3 km from Kandy railway station and 2.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. The property is set 3 km from Bogambara Stadium, 3.7 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 3.8 km from Kandy Museum. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.
At the hostel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
Japan
The family was so sweet. We left the hotel early but they cooked breakfast earlier than usual just for us. I’m glad there’s a mosquito net.
Funk Bunks - Hill Hostel
City Centre, Kandy
Located in Kandy, 3 km from Bogambara Stadium, Funk Bunks - Hill Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The property is set 3.1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 3.2 km from Kandy railway station and 4.2 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
Sri Lanka
Cleanliness is at its best and the service is exceptional. Room and the balcony is very spacious. This is one of the best examples of Sri Lanka’s famous hospitality. Jungle view from the balcony is relaxing and the internal artistic atmosphere is generating a calm vibe.
White Rose Hostel
City Centre, Kandy
White Rose Hostel is offering accommodation in Kandy. Around 500 metres from Bogambara Stadium, the property is also close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. The property is a 15-minute walk from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 1.3 km from Kandy Museum.
United States of America
Staff is wonderful. Super helpful—gave me free tea and biscuits so many times and also just very fun to talk to. Bathrooms and the whole hostel are very clean. Great rooftop terrace!
Deck on the hills Bunks
Kandy
Deck on the hills Bunks has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kandy. The property is situated 1.7 km from Kandy railway station, 2.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 2.7 km from Bogambara Stadium. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.
Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.6 km from the hostel, while Kandy Museum is 3.7 km from the property.
Sri Lanka
I had a very pleasant stay. The staff was really helpful and courteous. The location of the hotel is great and close to everything. Regards.
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Deck on the hills Bunks
KandyBudget options available8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 16 reviewsDeck on the hills Bunks has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kandy.
Perfect location, excellent service. I had an easy and confortable stay .
Lost & Found - Kandy
KandyBudget options available8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 24 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station, Lost & Found - Kandy provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden.
Nice Hostel with good sized and clean private rooms.
Sizzle Sports Club
KandyBudget options available6.6Scored 6.6PleasantRated pleasant· 42 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Sizzle Sports Club provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.
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Banana Bunks Kandy
KandyBudget options available8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 458 reviewsFeaturing a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Banana Bunks Kandy is located in Kandy, 1.4 miles from Kandy Train Station and 1.6 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.
Clean bedrooms, nice chill out area and polite staff
City View Hostel
KandyBudget options available7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 121 reviewsWell located in the City Centre district of Kandy, City View Hostel is located a 7-minute walk from Sri Dalada Maligawa, 0.4 miles from Kandy Museum and a 9-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium.
First day at kandy and it was so special thanks alot
Hostel 337
KandyBudget options availableLocated in Kandy, 2.4 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Hostel 337 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.
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LAZY BEAR INN KANDY
KandyCentral location10.0Scored 10.0ExceptionalRated exceptional· 3 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, LAZY BEAR INN KANDY provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.
Barefoot Inn Kandy
KandyCentral location9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 11 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 1.2 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Design. Relaxing. Wide open windows with plenty of natural light. Welcoming atmosphere.
Catch The Ella Train Hostel
KandyCentral location9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 45 reviewsLocated in Kandy, Catch The Ella Train Hostel is 1640 feet from Peradeniya Railway Station, 0.7 mi from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and The property is 12 mi to the Ambuluwawa Tower, 5.1 mi from...
Tout était parfait . L’accueil chaleureux et bienveillants, de grands moments de partage à la découverte de Kandy , je recommande chaleureusement
Miracle Trail Kandy
KandyCentral location9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 4 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 2 miles from Ceylon Tea Museum, Miracle Trail Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.
The Bliss Hostel Kandy
KandyCentral location9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 95 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 4.4 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, The Bliss Hostel Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
I like everything what i saw at the place. That's amazing
2in1 Kandy Hostel
KandyCentral location9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 29 reviewsWell located in the center of Kandy, 2in1 Kandy Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.
The best and most peaceful two nights I spent in this beautiful place
Funk Bunks - Hill Hostel
KandyCentral location8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 235 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Funk Bunks - Hill Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
super friendly staff, good breakfast, cost effective
White Rose Hostel
KandyCentral location8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 151 reviewsWhite Rose Hostel is offering accommodations in Kandy. Around 1640 feet from Bogambara Stadium, the property is also close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.
Very clean, comfy beds, nice rooftop and hot shower.
Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy
KandyCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 176 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.
Very friendly staff, clean house, nice quiet area.
Kandy Backpackers Hostel
KandyCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 498 reviewsLocated just about 0.6 mi from the Kandy lake round and 1.2 mi from Kandy city center Kandy Back Packer's Hostel offers accommodations for guests with fully air conditioned rooms, such as private...
Super friendly and helpful staff, great way to make travel friends, good food
View City Point
KandyCentral location7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 191 reviewsIdeally set in the City Centre district of Kandy, View City Point is located a 7-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium, 0.4 miles from Kandy Train Station and a 9-minute walk from Sri Dalada Maligawa.
Beautiful view, clean room and bathroom, kind host.
Lodge in 611
KandyCentral location7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 597 reviewsLocated in Kandy, 2.3 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Lodge in 611 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Best Place in Kandy. Very good and helpful staff.
My city Beds
KandyCentral location6.4Scored 6.4PleasantRated pleasant· 5 reviewsConveniently located in the center of Kandy, My city Beds provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.
J hostel kandy
KandyCentral location5.4Scored 5.4AverageRated fair· 8 reviewsFeaturing free WiFi and a restaurant, J hostel kandy offers accommodations in Kandy. It provides free pick up from Kandy railway station.
Kandy Bunks
KandyCentral locationAttractively set in the center of Kandy, Kandy Bunks has free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.
Heaven's hostel
KandyCentral locationLocated in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Heaven's hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
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Hostels that guests love in Kandy
- Avg. price/night: $358.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 288 reviewsPretty good cheap stay for a one night or two, very central to everything clean and aircon was good.GeorgiaYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $228.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 151 reviewsThe host was very welcoming and provided us with lots of great suggestions on where to eat in the Kandy area. The room and bathroom facilities were exceptionally clean and overall the hostel is positioned in a great location, only a 10 min walk from the station and 15 mins walk from Kandy LakeSimoneTravelers with friends
- Avg. price/night: $119.428.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 952 reviewsSuperb hotel with great facilities in a great location- with wonderful views of Kandy & the lake, and sun rise. We booked a suite and it was worth it- for a little bit of luxury in otherwise backpacker vibes trip. Good for 1-2 nights. Lovely room. What really made it was the staff- super friendly, and very caring- checked in on us, sorted breakfast early/ takeaway box and helped check our train tickets ok, overall just brilliant people - especially Ajith who was superb.JonYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $213.828.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 215 reviewsGreat location and amazing views over Kandy from the rooftop pool. It was everything you'd expect from a luxury hotel (we are normally budget travellers but splurged for a couple of nights!) Breakfast was exceptional, a full buffet/help yourself to as much as you want - the french toast was a particular highlight! The staff were also extremely helpful and quick with everything.
RheaYoung couple - Avg. price/night: $113.898.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 30 reviewsSpotless, spacious, safe for kids, modern and great location. And rare for Sri Lanka, an option to pay by card! Lovely staff too!RachelFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: $209.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 29 reviewsThe staff very helpful and guide me greatly, the beds super clean and fortunately not bunk beds. The area of the hostel feels like your own home. Highly recommend
Babakal3000Solo traveler - Avg. price/night: $10.908.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 674 reviewsQuite contradictory impression overall. Cant say Ll iss good or it is bad experience. We could change room to more spacious and with access to fresh air on the second day. Location quite centered Wardrobe and mirrors Good internet, one of the best we had across other hotels Polite host Worth money it cost i think so really cheap/simple. Do not expect some luxury for this budget which is normal. Reminds more hostel quality than hotel. Location was shared via google map and advise where to get off the bus to save time. This was coolSviatlanaFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: $187.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 498 reviewsI 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!
RajshreeSolo traveler - Avg. price/night: $187.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 498 reviewsBreakfast and dinner were included in the price! Also the owner invites all the guests to a cookery lesson in the evening to learn about Sri Lankan food and meet the other guests. They also had a lovely pool which was a great bonus when your in the jungle setting. This is a great backpackers budget hostel with lovely friendly staff.
CatherineYoung couple - Avg. price/night: $187.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 498 reviewsA brilliant hostel with fabulous staff to make you very welcome Each night you have the opportunity to get involved in the cooking of dinner, the dinner is included in your room rate The food is prepared and served with love...this is the best hostel I have stayed in for a very long time The hostel also are able to organise a city tour by tuk tuk...Baggie my driver was great and gave me a value for money tour.. I would recommend that any one thats looking for a great place to stay look no further than Backpackers Hostel Kandy
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