The 10 best hostels in Kandy, Sri Lanka

The best hostels in Kandy

Some of the best backpacker spots in Kandy

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Eden 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.

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, 163 reviews

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US$19

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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

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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.

Faisal

From

Malaysia

My stay at Diamond Shine Hostel was an absolutely wonderful experience. What I liked most about this property was the exceptional hospitality and boundless cooperation I received from the owners. They made me feel truly welcome, even offering tea and coffee, which was a lovely gesture. A situation arose where I forgot my power bank in a taxi, and they went above and beyond to help me contact the taxi driver and retrieve it. They even took me in their own car to assist with this matter. Mr. Mahesh was incredibly respectful and kind, as were his daughter and wife. Their entire family made me feel right at home, and I received nothing but kindness and wonderful treatment from them. In short: A fantastic place with incredibly hospitable staff and family, always ready to help with respect and kindness, and thoughtful touches like offering tea and coffee. I highly recommend this place!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

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US$6.80

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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, 299 reviews

Price from

US$45

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Facundo julian

From

Vietnam

I went for one night and I stayed for 2, because I felt very comfortable, the people of the place are very very respectful, very friendly and very attentive. The owner is a very beautiful person and Jule is a great host. The facilities are beautiful and renovated, the beds are very comfortable and the food they serve there is delicious. It is the first time I have given a score of 10 on booking

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews

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US$4.05

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

marin982

From

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Very nice and clean place, hospitable owner, nice and peaceful location, good vibe. Fully recommended!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews

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US$11.34

1 night, 2 adults

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Banana Bunks Kandy

Kandy

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

Cindy

From

Switzerland

The room is very confortable and clean. The staff is helpful and nice Washroom are clean

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

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US$55.81

1 night, 2 adults

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Funk Bunks - Mount View

City Centre, Kandy

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

Alex Shik

From

Russia

The place is far from the busy part of the city. I had to check out really early to catch the train, but the host managed to make me an amazing breakfast anyway.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews

Price from

US$41

1 night, 2 adults

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White Rose Hostel

City Centre, Kandy

Featuring a shared lounge, White Rose Hostel is set in the centre of Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Jaione

From

Australia

100% recommend this place. Super clean and the hosts were very helpful providing directions and information I needed. Very chill and beds were comfortable. Would come again :)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews

Price from

US$24

1 night, 2 adults

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Kandy Backpackers Hostel

City Centre, Kandy

Situated in Kandy, 3 km from Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Georgia

From

Australia

great location and facilities, the cooking class was great however we found the staff to be a tad creepy as we saw them taking photos of girls in the pool

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

Price from

US$19

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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