117/4C, Ampitiya Road, Kandy, 20160 Kandy, Sri Lanka
#168 of 279 hotels in Kandy
Guests' ChoiceBased on 289 hostel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Location
7.9
Facilities
7.7
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Free Wifi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 16, 2025
Antje-frieda
Germanygreat great hostel team, everyone is soooo lovely and friendly and trying to make the best stay possible for you; nice breakfast, amazing cooking class and dinner! also good to connect with others. i‘ve had an amazing daytrip to sigiriya with the best tuktuk guide ever - totally recommend!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 10, 2025
Alejandra
AustraliaThe toilets need a bit more care, And the bedrooms smell pretty bad, like humidity.
The family was super friendly, the dinner it’s amazing.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Imogen
United KingdomNot very sociable but I went in low season
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 26, 2025
Michelle
NetherlandsNot that clean or modern
Social hostel!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Maria
RussiaVery weak WiFi Problem with air conditioning If ur neighbours use it, u cant use it also Very simple breakfast But dinner so delicious Though it's vegetarian
Good owner Pool area
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 15, 2025
Li
MalaysiaGood location near the city center, not too close to the train station. Breakfast was nice, and the place was clean with comfy beds. Friendly staff. Only downside — no water dispenser and they charge for bottled water
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 18, 2025
Dickinson
United KingdomLimited number of bathrooms, 4 bed room quite small and beds not very comfortable.
Great value for money, staff were so friendly and helpful with organising activities and day tours! Dinner was great and cooking class was really interesting! Nice to have a pool and communal area was nice and sociable. Walking distance to centre of kandy which was also great!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 3, 2025
Eric
CanadaSlightly separated from the town, but tie quieter and you can easily walk or call a tuktuk
Private room was good but very simple. AC worked very well, wifi worked very well in my room. The lady who works at the reception is so nice and warm hearted and helpful. The dinner served was local and tasted good!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 29, 2025
Austin
NetherlandsLocation and cleanliness
Cooking class and dinner
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 22, 2025
Clare
United KingdomEverything
The staff were so friendly and warm. The place is basic, but had everything I needed! The cooking course and food were exceptional!!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 21, 2025
Maryam
Iranthe room facilities are a bit old and the room must be cleaner . but generally it was a good hostel . there is a big dog there ,named dj.For I am suffering from animal phobia it was bothering that there is a huge dog every where .
the hostel is located near the tooth temple.lots of restaurants are near there.staff was really helpful and kind.the cooking class was enjoyable.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 17, 2025
Barbara
AustriaTables in common areas could be a bit cleaner.
Very nice staff, super coolong classes, nice pool (could only be a bit cleaner), double room comfortable with a/c.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 15, 2025
Camille
FranceThe bed I had in the female dorm was pretty humid, so I had to put an extra cover on it not to feel it. Then it was ok! Walls aren't soundproofed but it’s alright if you have earplugs.
A little out of the city center, so the area is pretty quiet. Spent 4 nights in the female dorms. Bed was comfortable. Bedsheets seemed clean. Good AC. Bathrooms are quite clean. Cooking classes were very fun and interesting to learn about the culture and the ties between food and the beliefs regarding the Ayurveda traditionnal medicine. Food for dinner is delicious and generous. Breakfast is good as well. Very nice view from terrasse from which you can admire the sunset. Good wifi. It’s possible to ask for laundry for 1500 roupies. I didn't use the pool but others travelers told me it was great. Very nice and available staff, and I met a lot of different traverlers that were so nice and interesting to talk with. A true Backpackers Hostel !
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 11, 2025
Lut
BelgiumThe sheets were not really clean but we slept well anyway.
It was nice to have a cooking class in the evening. The staff is really friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 7, 2025
Luke
NetherlandsBasic room with very friendly staff and a really nice dog. We booked a city tour with he hostel which was also very good.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Luuk
NetherlandsNo curtains, bathroom was a bit dirty, and its a 20mij walk to the center
Very friendly people, and very cheap for what you get (including breakfast and dinner!😍)
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Daryl
United KingdomNice place, enjoyed the cooking class, good for meeting others, great staff.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 26, 2025
Laura
IrelandCheap and cheerful, greedy value for money. Cooking class in the evening was so fun
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 19, 2025
Britt
NetherlandsThere werent a lot of showers. However I stayed here 3 nights and never had to wait!
The location was perfect. Not in the crazy centre but still quite central and its near the lake which makes it a beautiful walk into town. The staff is literally amazing. Super helpful and its such a good deal staying here. Breakfast and dinner included and the hostel itself isnt big which makes it easy to connect with other travellers. Super nice vibes. Would very much recommend.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 18, 2025
Allison
United KingdomFlooring was ripped, bed sheets looked a little tired.
Private room with good aircon. Convenient location. Reasonable tours offered around the city. Cooking demonstrations in the evening were informative. Nice to have a pool. Price was very good value as it included breakfast and evening meal. Very friendly people who gave you some good advice.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 16, 2025
Tess
AustraliaOnly negative is the rooms did have a slight damp smell if they were not one of the balcony rooms that had a door that could open for fresh air
The staff are incredibly welcoming and are willing to help with any request big or small, guaranteed you were always greeted with a smile! The property is as listed on the website and includes all extras, including the perks of breakfast, lunch and cooking classes. They always made everyone feel at home and the dinners every night were divine. The hostel is only a short walk into town and is in a quiet area of Kandy. Highly recommend booking an extra day to spend by the pool! Thank you so much for a beautiful few days in Kandy ☺️
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 16, 2025
Grete
GermanyThe bathrooms could be renewed.
The free cooking class and free dinner are just amazing for meeting people. The staff is super nice and will help you with everything. I do recommend doing one of there tours. If you book on their website you’ll get a 20% discount.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 7, 2025
Ahmad
EgyptNice place, friendly staff who are very friendly and cooprative, amazing dinner and daily cooking classes
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 28, 2025
Maria
IndiaI liked everything. Since l had come with some intentions, l would have not changed your hostel for anything else. It was very kind of you to give a very good young lad with such a pleasant helpful attitude with so much patience to take me around. I liked both the lads and that cleaning lady who were very kind to me.
I had only dinner. It was very good. That friendly, helpful pleasant attitude of the receptionist put me at ease because of that little problem l had. I liked that friendly, helpful, patient young lad who took me around Kandy. How l wish l had some more days so that l could be more relaxed and see some more places. The room was very very comfortable, nice and warm. Thanks ❤🌹a lot.
Stayed in January 2025
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