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Thambu Illam

Hotel in Jaffna

Situated in Jaffna, 1.9 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Thambu Illam features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

I
INDRAN
From
Malaysia
The room was excellent. Food great but what made the place special were Sutha and Madhu who made us feel as if we were part of their family. Special thanks to security guard Deepan.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$116.10
1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna City Palace Hotel

Hotel in Jaffna

Set in Jaffna, 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Jaffna City Palace Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

K
Kanes
From
United Kingdom
The traditional Sri Lankan breakfast was authentic and delicious. On my day of departure they even surprised me with two different breakfast items of idli and paal appam.. both very delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

NorthGate Jaffna

Hotel in Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, NorthGate Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

A
Anton
From
Switzerland
Was a good location and the staff where very helpfull and kind
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$73.80
1 night, 2 adults

The Thinnai - All-Suites Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, The Thinnai - All-Suites Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a...

b
bala
From
Brazil
Helpful staff. Nice ambiance comfortable, clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$89.51
1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Jaffna

Hotel in Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Jetwing Jaffna provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

S
Stirrup
From
United Kingdom
Great location, everything you could possibly need, perfect! The housekeeping service/laundry is excellent!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$77.02
1 night, 2 adults

Humming Birds Suites

Hotel in Jaffna

Set in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Humming Birds Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

N
Nichola
From
United Kingdom
We stayed is a large, cool and beautifully clean room. Bed comfortable and sheets soft. Great to come back to a big cool shower after the hot walks aground Jaffna. Easy to find and well located. Neighbour has a Tuk Tuk so lifts can be arranged or PickMe works well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Northern Residence

Hotel in Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Northern Residence provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Sharon Shamini
From
Malaysia
Strategically located making it easy to visit places. We got to visit the Nallur temple- walking distance.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$25.20
1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna Inn

Hotel in Jaffna

Jaffna Inn is set in Jaffna, within 1.9 km of Jaffna Fort and 15 km of Nilavarai Well. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

J
Jay
From
Australia
The hotel was super clean, well maintained and the bed was incredibly comfortable. Staff very friendly also.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$43.29
1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Hotel in Jaffna

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is set in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 16 km from Nilavarai Well.

H
Helena
From
Germany
A beautifully decorated and perfectly maintained property including a lovely pool. We were looked after by very attentive staff in particular Janakan who was so kind and helpful. The food was delicious and we will definitely plan to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Location 8.1
Price from
US$109.09
1 night, 2 adults

St Anne's Hotel & Restaurant

Hotel in Jaffna

Situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, St Anne's Hotel & Restaurant features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

T
Tahseen Alsultani
From
Iraq
Very helpful and cooperative staff, promptly responding for any possible request. They hired to med a Tuktuk driven with very polite and cooperative driver.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Location 7.7
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Jaffna and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Jetwing Jaffna provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$99.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 1 km from Jaffna Public Library, Yaarl Hostels provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$16.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

    Situated just 2.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Abbi Holidays - Jaffna Luxurious Villa provides accommodation in Jaffna with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen.

    From US$93.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

    Set in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Public Library, Yal's Town Inn offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$27.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 700 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Subhas Tourist Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$43.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is set in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 16 km from Nilavarai Well.

    From US$148.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, NorthGate Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

    From US$233.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

    Set within 1.4 km of Jaffna Public Library and 1.8 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Golden Star Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

    From US$21.50 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Jaffna

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Set 1.2 km from Jaffna Fort and 1.1 km from Jaffna Public Library in Jaffna, Matheera holiday home offers accommodation with a kitchen.

    From US$52.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, within 700 metres of Jaffna Public Library and 1.1 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Hotel Lovusiyah features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    From US$30.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Gnaanams Hotel and Restaurant provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

    From US$26.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, UK Inn Guest House is set in Jaffna, 1.3 km from Jaffna Public Library and 2 km from Jaffna Fort.

    From US$31.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Jaffna Inn is set in Jaffna, within 1.9 km of Jaffna Fort and 15 km of Nilavarai Well. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

    From US$49.65 per night
  • Situated in Jaffna, 1.4 km from Jaffna Public Library and 1.9 km from Jaffna Fort, Abbi Holiday - Jaffna Lodge offers air conditioning.

    From US$69.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Set in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Humming Birds Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$36.70 per night
  • Set in Jaffna with Jaffna Public Library and Jaffna Fort nearby, Nithusha Holiday House Jaffna offers accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$12.39 per night

Budget hotels in Jaffna and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Pearl Island Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 1 km from Jaffna Public Library and...

    From US$39.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Offering free WiFi and free private parking, NIMA Holiday INN JAFFNA is situated in Jaffna, within just 1.8 km of Jaffna Public Library.

    From US$46.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 100 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, The Valampuri provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Situated in Jaffna, 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km from Jaffna Public Library, Kumar inn offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    From US$80.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Kamala villa offers air conditioning.

    From US$68.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, SP Tourist Hotel Jaffna features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$37.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews

    Situated within 1.5 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.7 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Gatetrees resort provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$57.04 per night
  • Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Pooranam Vacation Home is situated in Jaffna. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$114.24 per night

FAQs about hotels in Jaffna

What guests said about Jaffna:

  • 10.0

    Jaffna is still an unspoiled and hidden gem of a city.

    Jaffna is still an unspoiled and hidden gem of a city. People are super friendly and the city is bustling and easy to navigate. There is a beech just outside the city center which is quiet and beautiful. It was very hot when we visited in july but we did not mind this at all.
    Guest review by
    Sean
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Jaffna is lovely city and it’s a shame we didn’t stay longer...

    Jaffna is lovely city and it’s a shame we didn’t stay longer. It has changed a lot since our last visit 7 years ago with a lot more development but a shame so many franchises have opened up. It has a nice mix of tourist attractions and yet maintains its charm as a local area. The Rio ice cream is the best! I wish we had more time to enjoy local cuisine.
    Guest review by
    Pratiksha
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Place must visit, people are nice, lot of tourist places to...

    Place must visit, people are nice, lot of tourist places to see, the public library, the fort, the beach, lot of temples here. Places from. Jaffna port to Jaffna city route is very impressive one. Enjoy
    Guest review by
    SELVARAJ
    India
  • 6.0

    Jaffna is a hot place and therefore the transport facilities...

    Jaffna is a hot place and therefore the transport facilities should facilitate the climate. Jaffna is also not clean as compared to the other places in Sri Lanka. Need a concerted public awareness campaign to all residents of Jaffna. People's attitude should change !!!
    Guest review by
    Kandiah
  • 10.0

    We visited the The Jaffna Library, Fort, Point Pedro,...

    We visited the The Jaffna Library, Fort, Point Pedro, Velvettithurai, Thalaiyadi Beach, Keerimala Sacred springs, Dambakola Patuna Temple, Nallur Kovil and KKS - On our way back to Colombo we stopped at Elephant Pass, Ree Cha leisure park and the Iranamadu water reservoir - Fabulous trip which helps us to explore the rich culture of Jaffna along with the beauty of a village with mesmerizing memories,
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 10.0

    Jaffna is a beautiful place to visit.

    Jaffna is a beautiful place to visit. Places and temples are beautifully crafted with ancestral works. People we met were friendly and courteous. Places like Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Nagadeepa Vihara and Nagapooshani Amman Temple in an island, and few other places, it’s beyond words. Need to feel the atmosphere personally to have the divine presence and connection within one’s self. Best food eatery place for us is Jaffna Authentic Cuisine. Getting around places is convenient with auto and grab cabs too.
    Guest review by
    Rani

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  • From US$198.66 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 466 reviews
    Fox Jaffna was a great stay. We stayed for 2 nights as a base to explore the northern peninsula of Sri Lanka. The room was clean and spacious and the hotel grounds were very nice. The history of the property and on site museum, including remnants of wartime bunkers, was interesting. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were all exceptional. One evening a buffet was held which gave a good opportunity to sample many local dishes.
    Guest review by
    Edward
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
    We had a wonderful time at Thambu Illam! A beautiful boutique hotel in a convenient location in Jaffna. We were lucky to have the place to ourselves and the staff were very accommodating, and Mathu even reached out to us ahead of arrival to arrange pickup from the train station which was really appreciated! The food was great and we also enjoyed using the pool :)
    Guest review by
    Kirsty
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
    Convenient to railway station, 20 minute walk to Jaffna CBD/Fort. Some restaurants and shops within 5 minutes walk. I think I was the only person who used the swimming pool in the three days I was staying. Staff were friendly and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Anthony
    Australia
  • From US$15.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
    I like this place a lot. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I felt like living in a home. If I come back to Jaffna one day back, I will definitely book this hotel once again.
    Guest review by
    Yohan
    Sri Lanka
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
    Great place to stay in Jaffna. Central location. It is basic but has everything you need and is very clean and safe. Tony is a fantastic host and makes a delicious breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Joel
    United Kingdom