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Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn

Jaffna

Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn offers a garden and accommodations with a kitchenette in Jaffna, a 15-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station.

M
Mateus
From
Brazil
Everything! Breakfast was delicious, room had great size, no hot shower in some rooms but in shared showers yes, so not a problem at all. Tony and his brother are amazing, and Tony gave many advices and suggestions about Jaffna. Staying again there when I visit the city again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
$13.80
1 night, 2 adults

Nallur Residence

Jaffna

A 5-minute walk from Nallur Kovil in Jaffna, Nallur Residence features accommodations with access to spa facilities, wellness packages, and open-air bath.

W
William
From
United States
Really wonderful accommodations and friendly, kind host that makes you feel right at home. Beautiful home and large room with powerful a/c and an incredible breakfast every morning. This is my home away from home in Jaffna from now on.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Allens home stay

Jaffna

Just a 7-minute walk from Nallur Kovil and 0.9 miles from Jaffna Railway Station, Allens home stay features accommodations in Jaffna, with a terrace.

R
Rafaela
From
Greece
Allen is an exceptional host and a wonderful person. We felt like home from the first moment. The house is quiet and cozy and Allen’s breakfast delicious. I would stay again 100%. Thank you for everything and wish you the best!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults

Gatetrees resort

Jaffna

Just a 17-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station and one mile from Nallur Kovil, Gatetrees resort features accommodations in Jaffna, with an open-air bath.

M
Mario Klaric
From
United States
Everything about Gatetrees was great, especially Karna, the manager. I learned many things from our conversations, and enjoyed watching Karna perform the rituals for the first day of Pongal. The rice dish he cooked was very tasty. Karna organized a tuk tuk tour of Jaffna peninsula for me with Sinthu. Sinthu showed me many interesting sights. He also told me about Tamil history and current Jaffna customs. I recommend Gatetrees to anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Munril Guest

Jaffna

2.7 miles from Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Munril Guest offers accommodations with access to a hot tub.

S
Sharon
From
United Kingdom
Fabulous staff who would do anything Great decor, including a WWII in which they took us to the station. What a hoot! Excellent shower + A/C, garden
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Dayanithi Guest House

Jaffna

Dayanithi Guest House enjoys a location in Jaffna, 5.4 miles from Jaffna Railway Station and 5.4 miles from Jaffna Fort.

G
Ganeshram
From
Canada
Very friendly staff and management. Helpful and supportive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
$32
1 night, 2 adults

Nallur Holidays Inn

Jaffna

Nallur Holidays Inn in Jaffna provides adults-only accommodations with an open-air bath and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

S
Sutharshan
From
Sri Lanka
Very nice people. Very helpful and decent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews
Price from
$13.68
1 night, 2 adults

J City Holidays Inn

Jaffna

Just a 4-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station and 0.7 miles from Jaffna Public Library, J City Holidays Inn features accommodations in Jaffna, with a garden and a shared lounge.

H
Hashan
From
Sri Lanka
My stay here was absolutely amazing! The room was spotless, cozy, and had everything I needed. The staff were welcoming and went out of their way to make me feel at home. The peaceful environment and great location made my experience even better. I’ll definitely come back and recommend this accommodation to friends and family!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
$18
1 night, 2 adults

J & J Homestay

Jaffna

J & J Homestay is located in Jaffna, just 1.6 miles from Jaffna Railway Station and 1.7 miles from Jaffna Public Library. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$19.25
1 night, 2 adults

KATHIR Guest House

Jaffna

Providing a garden, KATHIR Guest House features accommodations in Jaffna.

B
Bhavany
From
Sri Lanka
This hotel provided exactly the serene escape we were looking for. The clean and spacious room gave us plenty of space to relax, and the minimalist design really helped us clear our minds. We also loved the natural sounds of birds in the morning—it added to the peaceful vibe. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. We'll definitely be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
$33
1 night, 2 adults
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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these homestays in Jaffna and nearby

Regus Jaffna

Jaffna
Central location

Just a 11-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station and 0.7 miles from Jaffna Public Library, Regus Jaffna features accommodations in Jaffna, with a garden and a shared lounge.

From $51.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Fair - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Nithusha Holiday House Jaffna enjoys a location in Jaffna, 1.4 miles from Jaffna Railway Station and 1.7 miles from Nallur Kovil.

From $12.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

Offering a garden and a shared lounge, Golden Star Guest House in Jaffna is close to Jaffna Public Library and Jaffna Railway Station. With city views, this accommodation features a terrace.

From $21.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Fair - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Providing city views, Geesh Residence: Rooms in Jaffna in Jaffna provides accommodations and a shared lounge.

From $11.36 per night

Aananda Vasam

Jaffna
Central location

Aananda Vasam enjoys a location in Jaffna, 1.5 miles from Nallur Kovil and 8.6 miles from Nilavarai Well. Featuring a garden, the property is located within 13 miles of Keerimalai Naguleswaram Kovil.

From $18.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

MercuryFM 109 Guest House - Jaffna Temple road 77 enjoys a location in Jaffna, a 13-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station and 0.8 miles from Nallur Kovil.

From $11.50 per night

Kumar inn

Jaffna
Central location

Kumar inn offers accommodations in Jaffna, 1.3 miles from Nallur Kovil and 1.5 miles from Jaffna Public Library. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From $80.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

KCS HOLIDAY INN Pvt Ltd offers accommodations in Jaffna, 1.5 miles from Jaffna Fort and 9.2 miles from Nilavarai Well. The guest house is 13 miles from Keerimalai Naguleswaram Kovil.

From $27.53 per night

Save money on homestays in Jaffna and nearby – budget options available

Anaya Guest House

Jaffna
Budget options available

Anaya Guest House is located in Jaffna, just 1.6 miles from Nallur Kovil and 8.7 miles from Nilavarai Well. This guest house provides air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

Havanaa Rest House

Jaffna
Budget options available

A good location for a relaxing getaway in Jaffna, Havanaa Rest House is a homestay surrounded by views of the city. The property features a garden, terrace, and parking on-site among other facilities.

Allens home stay

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Just a 7-minute walk from Nallur Kovil and 0.9 miles from Jaffna Railway Station, Allens home stay features accommodations in Jaffna, with a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews

Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn offers a garden and accommodations with a kitchenette in Jaffna, a 15-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station.

D'Villa Guest House

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

D'Villa Guest House enjoys a location in Jaffna, 1.3 miles from Jaffna Railway Station and 1.4 miles from Nallur Kovil.

From $18 per night

Sunflowers Canada House

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Featuring a garden, Sunflowers Canada House provides accommodations in Jaffna.

D'Villa Garden House

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

Featuring garden views, D'Villa Garden House in Jaffna offers accommodations and a garden. This guest house features free private parking, a shared lounge, and free Wifi.

J Hotel

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

A good location for a stress-free holiday in Jaffna, J Hotel is a guest house surrounded by views of the garden. The property features a garden, bar, and parking on-site among other facilities.

Enjoy breakfast in Jaffna and nearby

Flora Guest Inn

Jaffna
Breakfast options

Featuring a garden, Flora Guest Inn features accommodations in Jaffna. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $57.35 per night

Malabar home stay

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

Featuring a garden, Malabar home stay offers accommodations in Jaffna. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi. The homestay has private entrance.

From $18.67 per night

Ash Cottage

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Ash Cottage is located in Jaffna, just 7.9 miles from Jaffna Public Library and 7.9 miles from Nallur Kovil.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Jaffna

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Tony is a great host! He was very helpful, friendly and nice to chat with. He arranged for me a tour of Jaffna peninsula and helped with other travel arrangements. In the guest house there are whiteboards with lots of useful info for travellers such as train and bus schedules. Breakfast (a la carte) had a lot of options to choose from. Overall basic guest house but with great vibe and services.
Guest review by
Giulia
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Breakfast was great Raj was a great host We really enjoyed our time
Guest review by
Jonathan
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
This was a brilliant homestay hosted by Allan. He was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and helped us with our coach booking home and places of interest including the brilliant service at the local temple. I cannot seak to highly of this experience. Your are completely at home here in wonderful JAFFNA
Guest review by
Maria Server
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
As ever a great place to stay,great host ,great breakfast. Highly recommended
Guest review by
vincent
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
This is not a hotel but a homestay. Mr Haran, who runs the place looked after is like we were invited guests
Guest review by
Arun
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Allen is the perfect host and his homestay is a nice haven at the top of Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Annemiek
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Allen was such a good host and took good care of us. He served us tea and coffee all over the day. Also we had some really interesting discussions with Allen. We would definitely choose Allens home stay again.
Guest review by
Silvan
Young couple
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