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Eden Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within a 18-minute walk, Eden Kandy has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

n
naji haj
From
Lebanon
The beautiful surroundings, garden and tasteful interior decor stood out at Eden kandy. The bed is sturdy and comfy. The staff and mr Ayuda are very accommodating and helpful and overall , it was a lovely stay .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
Price from
$19
1 night, 2 adults

Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

D
Daniela
From
Italy
The guesthouse is beautifully designed, the host was lovely and super kind. She explains many cultural habits from the country and shred her traveling experience. Breakfast was also amazing. Cleanliness at its best. The location is very convenient to both walk to the closed famous temple or take a quick tuktuk ride to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Price from
$33.25
1 night, 2 adults

Carls' Corner

City Centre, Kandy

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Carls' Corner is located in the center of Kandy, 1.2 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
$12.60
1 night, 2 adults

Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

Kandy

Located in Kandy and with Kandy Museum reachable within 2.4 miles, Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

F
Fuad Al
From
Bangladesh
The property was clean. The mountain views are awesome. I bought two meals and the food was good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$9
1 night, 2 adults

Palm Garden Home Stay

Kandy

Located in Kandy, within 1.1 miles of Kandy Train Station and 1.2 miles of Bogambara Stadium, Palm Garden Home Stay provides accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$14
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Nest Kandy Villa

City Centre, Kandy

Conveniently set in the center of Kandy, Cozy Nest Kandy Villa provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

L
Lotte
From
Belgium
It was clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was nice and cold. There were a lot of other social people in the hostel and the host even put all the tables together to have a nice dinner with everyone. Breakfast and dinner is included. Would definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Hostel Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy, 4.9 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.

K
Kainoa
From
United States
The private room at The Bliss was such a great experience. It was spacious, clean, and the host, Jude, was amazing. He made me feel very welcome and the food he cooked was incredible. I can’t wait to come back here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews
Price from
$10.53
1 night, 2 adults

Kurumbunkz Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, a 10-minute walk from Kandy Museum, Kurumbunkz Kandy has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

N
Nadia
From
Croatia
The room was Great!! The staff was friendly and helpful, everything was very clean. The rooftop was beautiful and the food very tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
$34.32
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, a 12-minute walk from Kandy Museum, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

K
Kaelyn
From
United States
The man who owns the place is so kind. The room was very nice as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Price from
$11.34
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Kandy

Kandy

Banana Bunks Kandy has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kandy.

C
Cojocaru
From
Romania
Staff was very nice, clean room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
Price from
$49.12
1 night, 2 adults
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    From
    $38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
    From
    $16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
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    $24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
    From
    $11
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
    From
    $34
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
    From
    $49
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
    From
    $38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews
    From
    $11
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
    From
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    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
    From
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    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
    From
    $23
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
    From
    $13
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review
    From
    $27
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
    From
    $8
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
    From
    $11
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
    From
    $33
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    From
    $13
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
    From
    $27
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    $16
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
    From
    $20
    1 night, 2 adults

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Eden Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within a 18-minute walk, Eden Kandy has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

n
naji haj
From
Lebanon
The beautiful surroundings, garden and tasteful interior decor stood out at Eden kandy. The bed is sturdy and comfy. The staff and mr Ayuda are very accommodating and helpful and overall , it was a lovely stay .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
Price from
$19
1 night, 2 adults

Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

D
Daniela
From
Italy
The guesthouse is beautifully designed, the host was lovely and super kind. She explains many cultural habits from the country and shred her traveling experience. Breakfast was also amazing. Cleanliness at its best. The location is very convenient to both walk to the closed famous temple or take a quick tuktuk ride to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Price from
$33.25
1 night, 2 adults

Carls' Corner

City Centre, Kandy

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Carls' Corner is located in the center of Kandy, 1.2 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
$12.60
1 night, 2 adults

Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

Kandy

Located in Kandy and with Kandy Museum reachable within 2.4 miles, Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

F
Fuad Al
From
Bangladesh
The property was clean. The mountain views are awesome. I bought two meals and the food was good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$9
1 night, 2 adults

Palm Garden Home Stay

Kandy

Located in Kandy, within 1.1 miles of Kandy Train Station and 1.2 miles of Bogambara Stadium, Palm Garden Home Stay provides accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$14
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Nest Kandy Villa

City Centre, Kandy

Conveniently set in the center of Kandy, Cozy Nest Kandy Villa provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

L
Lotte
From
Belgium
It was clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was nice and cold. There were a lot of other social people in the hostel and the host even put all the tables together to have a nice dinner with everyone. Breakfast and dinner is included. Would definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Hostel Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy, 4.9 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.

K
Kainoa
From
United States
The private room at The Bliss was such a great experience. It was spacious, clean, and the host, Jude, was amazing. He made me feel very welcome and the food he cooked was incredible. I can’t wait to come back here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews
Price from
$10.53
1 night, 2 adults

Kurumbunkz Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, a 10-minute walk from Kandy Museum, Kurumbunkz Kandy has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

N
Nadia
From
Croatia
The room was Great!! The staff was friendly and helpful, everything was very clean. The rooftop was beautiful and the food very tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
$34.32
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, a 12-minute walk from Kandy Museum, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

K
Kaelyn
From
United States
The man who owns the place is so kind. The room was very nice as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Price from
$11.34
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Kandy

Kandy

Banana Bunks Kandy has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kandy.

C
Cojocaru
From
Romania
Staff was very nice, clean room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews
Price from
$49.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in Kandy and surrounding area in the past month

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 505 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Kandy and nearby

View City Point

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

Ideally 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.

From $8 per night

White Rose Hostel

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, White Rose Hostel is located in the center of Kandy, a 11-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

From $27 per night

The Nap Station Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Attractively set in the City Centre district of Kandy, The Nap Station Kandy is located a 12-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 0.7 miles from Bogambara Stadium and a 19-minute walk...

From $19.98 per night

Lakeside Escape Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Well situated in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lakeside Escape Kandy is located a 14-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station and a 19-minute walk from...

From $16.65 per night

Bunty's

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Located in Kandy, a 19-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Bunty's provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $13.32 per night

Lodge in 611

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

Located 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.

From $7 per night

Ku'Vana Hostel Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station, Ku'Vana Hostel Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From $14.76 per night

Euphoria Dorm

Kandy
No credit card needed

Well set in the center of Kandy, Euphoria Dorm provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From $27.75 per night

Save money on hostels in Kandy and nearby – budget options available

Sizzle Sports Club

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Located in Kandy, a 11-minute walk from Kandy Museum, Sizzle Sports Club provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

From $98.65 per night

Truly Hostel Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Kandy, within 2.6 miles of Kandy Train Station and 3 miles of Bogambara Stadium, Truly Hostel Kandy provides accommodations with a shared lounge as well as free private parking for guests...

Located in Huduhumpola, 2.1 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Crystal Castle Kandy by Isuru Gems has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From $21.09 per night

Candea Cocoon Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Well set in the City Centre district of Kandy, Candea Cocoon Kandy is located a 16-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium, 0.9 miles from Kandy Train Station and a 12-minute walk from Kandy Museum.

Steps Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Located in Kandy, a 15-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium, Steps Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Central City Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Located in Kandy, within a 15-minute walk of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and one mile of Bogambara Stadium, Central City Hostel has accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the...

Sunbloom Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available

Attractively located in the center of Kandy, Sunbloom Hostel has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

Hostel Avion Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Well located in the center of Kandy, Hostel Avion Kandy provides free WiFi, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Kandy and nearby

2in1 Kandy Hostel

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Well 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.

From $20 per night

Omelya Dorm

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Conveniently set in the center of Kandy, Omelya Dorm provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

From $23.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

Located in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $19 per night

Skyloft Hostel

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Located in Kandy, 2.5 miles from Ceylon Tea Museum, Skyloft Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From $37.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Kandy, within 2.3 miles of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 2.7 miles of Bogambara Stadium, The Selene city hotel provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as...

From $29.97 per night

Yarra BUNKZ Kandy

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Yarra BUNKZ Kandy is located in Kandy, 0.8 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 3.8 miles from Kandy Train Station.

From $13.32 per night

Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station, Ku, Vana Hostel Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Kandy Krush Hostel

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Kandy Train Station, Kandy Krush Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

From $33.30 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Kandy

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Avg. price/night: $54.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
The value you get in this property is the best so far I've had for a hostel/dorm. It came with free breakfast and dinner! It had hot water, AC and free towels. Although the facility itself is not "vibey", it is clean and comfortable located in a safe and pretty accessible from the main area/city center. You also do get to meet other people as dinner and breakfast are served along with other guests.
Guest review by
Dino
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
Very clean & nice accommodation in a good location close to the railway station :) As a female solo-traveller I felt super safe. The hostel has a cute rooftop & the bathroom is amazing. The owners are super nice & friendly, help where they can & even took care of my staff whilst I was travelling the country. Definitely recommend it!
Guest review by
Claudia
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews
I 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!
Guest review by
Rajshree
Solo traveler