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Eden Kandy

Kandy

Situated in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within 1.5 km, Eden Kandy features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

S
Sophie
From
Netherlands
Amazing! The place is really nice and clean. The owner is super helpful and friendly. It’s easy to reach and if you drive your own tuktuk they can help you with driving it up (it’s just a few meters) . He provides drinking water and there is nice warm water in the shower. The view is beautiful and the place is very peaceful. Good to get some rest after a day in the busy city. Would absolutely recommend and book it again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$19
1 night, 2 adults

Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Set in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

K
Katharina
From
Austria
Very friendly owner. Even when I was there by myself, I never felt lonely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
Price from
US$33.25
1 night, 2 adults

Carls' Corner

City Centre, Kandy

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Carls' Corner is situated in the centre of Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

A
Abi
From
United Kingdom
Carl was lovely and took care of everyone, so comfy and peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$12.60
1 night, 2 adults

Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

Kandy

Set in Kandy and with Kandy Museum reachable within 3.8 km, Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

A
Adam
From
Czech Republic
Probably the best hostel I have stayed at in sri lanka. Super clean, amazing owners
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$9
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Nest Kandy Villa

City Centre, Kandy

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

F
Francesca
From
United Kingdom
soo clean, comfy beds, great helpful host who works hard but is always smiling, great location, filling breakfast, good wifi. 4 bed dorm was spacious with own bathroom and locker. aircon and fan. all really good. totally recommend. only 200/300 rupees to get to town on pickme or 20 min walk. host offered me tea in the afternoon for no charge. good for solo travellers as met nice people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews
Price from
US$35.15
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Hostel Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy, 7.8 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.

N
Nika
From
Slovenia
perfect! The owner was so nice in kind, she cooked us the best meal. The room is spacios, clean... the location is peacefull. We absolutely loved everything about this stay! 🤍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews
Price from
US$4.05
1 night, 2 adults

Kurumbunkz Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy Museum, Kurumbunkz Kandy features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

R
Raphael
From
Germany
- Good location - nice interior - comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$48.60
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, 1.1 km from Kandy Museum, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

S
Swetha
From
Belarus
It's in a beautiful location. Walking distance to the temple of Tooth Relic & the Kandy Lake, easy access for nearby restaurants & shops.The room was nice and comfortable!.Special thanks to staff for their hospitality n fulfilment of guest's desires. All in all, it's a great experience for me and highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
US$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.

L
López
From
Spain
Perfect location surrounded by nature. The decoration and place it’s super nice. Also staff were super helpful. Tharindu was really nice and helped me to get my AC bus to Nuwara Eliya.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews
Price from
US$49.12
1 night, 2 adults

Funk Bunks - Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy Museum, Funk Bunks - Kandy provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

A
Around-the-world 😁
From
Canada
Clean and quiet place. Great food. The bed was comfortable and the place was clean. The staff is super helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
US$27.06
1 night, 2 adults
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    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews
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    Very good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
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    Good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
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    1 night, 2 adults
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    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
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    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    From
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    1 night, 2 adults

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Eden Kandy

Kandy

Situated in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within 1.5 km, Eden Kandy features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

S
Sophie
From
Netherlands
Amazing! The place is really nice and clean. The owner is super helpful and friendly. It’s easy to reach and if you drive your own tuktuk they can help you with driving it up (it’s just a few meters) . He provides drinking water and there is nice warm water in the shower. The view is beautiful and the place is very peaceful. Good to get some rest after a day in the busy city. Would absolutely recommend and book it again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$19
1 night, 2 adults

Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Set in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

K
Katharina
From
Austria
Very friendly owner. Even when I was there by myself, I never felt lonely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
Price from
US$33.25
1 night, 2 adults

Carls' Corner

City Centre, Kandy

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Carls' Corner is situated in the centre of Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

A
Abi
From
United Kingdom
Carl was lovely and took care of everyone, so comfy and peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$12.60
1 night, 2 adults

Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

Kandy

Set in Kandy and with Kandy Museum reachable within 3.8 km, Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

A
Adam
From
Czech Republic
Probably the best hostel I have stayed at in sri lanka. Super clean, amazing owners
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$9
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Nest Kandy Villa

City Centre, Kandy

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

F
Francesca
From
United Kingdom
soo clean, comfy beds, great helpful host who works hard but is always smiling, great location, filling breakfast, good wifi. 4 bed dorm was spacious with own bathroom and locker. aircon and fan. all really good. totally recommend. only 200/300 rupees to get to town on pickme or 20 min walk. host offered me tea in the afternoon for no charge. good for solo travellers as met nice people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews
Price from
US$35.15
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Hostel Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy, 7.8 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.

N
Nika
From
Slovenia
perfect! The owner was so nice in kind, she cooked us the best meal. The room is spacios, clean... the location is peacefull. We absolutely loved everything about this stay! 🤍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews
Price from
US$4.05
1 night, 2 adults

Kurumbunkz Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy Museum, Kurumbunkz Kandy features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

R
Raphael
From
Germany
- Good location - nice interior - comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$48.60
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, 1.1 km from Kandy Museum, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

S
Swetha
From
Belarus
It's in a beautiful location. Walking distance to the temple of Tooth Relic & the Kandy Lake, easy access for nearby restaurants & shops.The room was nice and comfortable!.Special thanks to staff for their hospitality n fulfilment of guest's desires. All in all, it's a great experience for me and highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
US$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.

L
López
From
Spain
Perfect location surrounded by nature. The decoration and place it’s super nice. Also staff were super helpful. Tharindu was really nice and helped me to get my AC bus to Nuwara Eliya.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews
Price from
US$49.12
1 night, 2 adults

Funk Bunks - Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.9 km from Kandy Museum, Funk Bunks - Kandy provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

A
Around-the-world 😁
From
Canada
Clean and quiet place. Great food. The bed was comfortable and the place was clean. The staff is super helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
US$27.06
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

Most booked hostels in Kandy and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews

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

View City Point

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews

Situated in Kandy, 600 metres from Bogambara Stadium, View City Point features views of the mountain.

From US$8 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Attractively situated in the City Centre district of Kandy, The Nap Station Kandy is situated 1.1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.1 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.6 km from Kandy Museum.

From US$19.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Conveniently located in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lakeside Escape Kandy is set 1.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station and 1.6 km from Kandy Museum.

From US$16.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Set in Kandy, 1.6 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Bunty's " Free pickup from kandy" offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$33.30 per night

Sizzle Sports Club

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Set in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy Museum, Sizzle Sports Club offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$98.65 per night

Lodge in 611

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews

Situated in Kandy, 3.7 km from Bogambara Stadium, Lodge in 611 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$8 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Set in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station, Ku'Vana Hostel Kandy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$16.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Kandy, within 1.8 km of Kandy railway station and 1.9 km of Bogambara Stadium, Palm Garden Home Stay provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

From US$15.40 per night

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

Kandy Krush Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Kandy, 3 km from Kandy railway station, Kandy Krush Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

From US$26.64 per night

Situated in Huduhumpola, 3.4 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Crystal Castle Kandy by Isuru Gems features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$21.09 per night

Candea Cocoon Kandy

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

In a prime location in the City Centre district of Kandy, Candea Cocoon Kandy is located 1.3 km from Bogambara Stadium, 1.4 km from Kandy railway station and 1.1 km 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

Set in Kandy, 1.3 km from Bogambara Stadium, Steps Kandy offers accommodation 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, 78 reviews

Set in Kandy, within 1.3 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.6 km of Bogambara Stadium, Central City Hostel offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$9 per night

Sunbloom Hostel

Kandy
Budget options available

Attractively located in the centre of Kandy, Sunbloom Hostel features 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

Conveniently set in the centre of Kandy, Hostel Avion Kandy provides free WiFi, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

Ku,Vana Hostel Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available

Situated in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station, Ku, Vana Hostel Kandy features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

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Euphoria Dorm

Kandy
No credit card needed

In a prime location in the centre of Kandy, Euphoria Dorm provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$27.75 per night

Omelya Dorm

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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

From US$23.31 per night

Ceylon Chill Bunks

Ampitiya
No credit card needed

Located in Ampitiya, 3.2 km from Kandy Museum, Ceylon Chill Bunks provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$10.89 per night

V&C Hideout Villa - Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed

Located in Kandy, 5.6 km from Kandy Museum, V&C Hideout Villa - Kandy provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$42.35 per night

Yarra BUNKZ Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
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 set in Kandy, 1.2 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.1 km from Kandy railway station.

From US$13.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Located in Peradeniya, 3.4 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Ella Way Resort-Peradeniya provides accommodation with a garden and private parking.

From US$14.75 per night

Truly Hostel Kandy

Kandy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Kandy, within 4.1 km of Kandy railway station and 4.8 km of Bogambara Stadium, Truly Hostel Kandy provides accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests...

Manudi Kandy Hostel

Kandy
No credit card needed

Set within 11 km of Kandy railway station and 14 km of Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Manudi Kandy Hostel provides rooms in Kandy.

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Avg. price/night: US$54.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 306 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 518 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 503 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 traveller