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Situated in Anuradhapura, within 700 metres of Anuradhapura Railway Station and 1.8 km of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Chill House Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 1.8 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura, 3.3 km from Kada Panaha Tank and 3.5 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. The hostel was awesome, guys running it are so chill and cool, ready to help you with anything. I would really recommend it. Peace out.

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9.8
Exceptional
209 reviews
Price from
$7.42
per night

The hostel features certain rooms that include garden views, and each room is fitted with a private bathroom with a bidet.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Kada Panaha Tank, Nature Park Anuradhapura and Kumbichchan Kulama Tank. Sigiriya Airport is 67 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The staff was really nice and it wasn’t too big. We sat all together in the evenings. Hosts sat with us and made it fun for everyone. They are very active in organising the safari and also some tours if you like. They do recommend nice local places for food. I really felt home!

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8.4
Very Good
110 reviews
Price from
$6.70
per night

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a desk. Guest rooms at Forest Villa Nature Resort are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is 10 km from the hostel, while Kuttam Pokuna, Twin Ponds is 10 km away. Sigiriya Airport is 64 km from the property. I had a lovely stay! Such a beautiful green area. The room was very clean and the Sri Lankan breakfast was delicious. Sampath and his uncle are so friendly and he gave me a little tour of the fruits and spices in his garden. Thank you!! 🙏

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8.3
Very Good
147 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Anuradhapura Railway Station is 4.9 km from the hostel, while Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is 6.1 km from the property. Sigiriya Airport is 65 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Manushaka was very friendly and always happy to help with suggestions about what to do. Location was a bit outside the city in a small neighborhood, so it wasn't close to much, but there was a nice garden with lots of animals always hanging around.. Scooter and bicycle rentals were easy to arrange and the food was very nice with the same price you'd expect at a local restaurant!

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8.9
Excellent
61 reviews
Price from
$6.73
per night

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Kada Panaha Tank is 7.3 km from the hostel, while Kumbichchan Kulama Tank is 7.9 km from the property. Sigiriya Airport is 72 km away. It is a small guesthouse but rooms are large and spacious. There is plenty of ventilation with the ceiling fan and you sleep well at night. It is exactly like some of the other reviews, you are staying inside the jungle or a large botanical garden! It is within walking distance from the ancient city and just an inexpensive tuk-tuk ride from the new city which you do not want to stay in. The Coco Gardens is where you want to stay!

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8.2
Very Good
82 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

Kingfisher Hostel features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Anuradhapura, 1.1 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank. The property is located 1.6 km from Kada Panaha Tank, 2 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura and 3.3 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The owner is really friendly and helpful. Everything was very clean. The beds are huge and each bed has curtains and an individual fan. There is drinking water available and you can also use the kitchen. Good location close to the bus station and near lots of restaurants and supermarkets.

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7.8
Good
244 reviews
Price from
$4
per night

Located in Anuradhapura, 1.6 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank, Gleeful Hostel features views of the garden. The property is situated 1.5 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura, 3.2 km from Attikulama Tank and 3.2 km from Anuradhapura Railway Station. The property is less than 1 km from Kada Panaha Tank, and within 3.5 km of the city centre.

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Price from
$5.60
per night

Set in Habarana, 11 km from Pidurangala Rock, JUNGLE HOSTEL Habarana offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is around 11 km from Sigiriya Rock, 1.9 km from Kadahatha Wawa Lake and 1.1 km from Habarana Lake. This pet-friendly hostel also has free WiFi.

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Price from
$15
per night

Ideally situated in the centre of Anuradhapura, Lucy Resort features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is around 4.8 km from Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, 5.3 km from Kada Panaha Tank and 5.8 km from Nature Park Anuradhapura. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.5 km from Kumbichchan Kulama Tank.

At the hostel, the rooms have a desk. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries.

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Price from
$22.80
per night

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FAQs about hostels in Anuradhapura District

  • The average price per night for a hostel in Anuradhapura District for this weekend is $24, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • Kingfisher Hostel, Coco Garden Holiday Homes, and Chill House Hostel have received great reviews from guests in Anuradhapura District about the views from these hostels

  • Most hostels on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • Many families visiting Anuradhapura District loved staying at Coco Garden Holiday Homes, Forest Villa Nature Resort, and Feel Like Home Anuradhapura.

  • There are 15 hostels in Anuradhapura District you can book on Booking.com.

  • Chill House Hostel, Feel Like Home Anuradhapura, and Forest Villa Nature Resort are some of the popular hostels in Anuradhapura District.

  • Couples traveling in Anuradhapura District loved staying at Chill House Hostel, Forest Villa Nature Resort, and Coco Garden Holiday Homes.

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