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Eden Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within a 18-minute walk, Eden Kandy has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

M
Marzena
From
Poland
i loved my stay in thi cozy and atmospheric guesthouse. everytging was perfect. the owner was incredibly helpful and welcoming. he wrires you on whatsapp just after your booking and take care of you, also giving you recommendations of restaurants etc. the area is peaceful and you can relax in the beautiful garden
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
$16
1 night, 2 adults

Barefoot Inn Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Barefoot Inn Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Lisa
From
Germany
From our room, we had a great view of the accommodation's garden, which was very beautiful. The room itself is also decorated in beautiful colors that match the garden. In addition to the material things, the hosts Jeewani and Ayeshika were also great. We had great conversations and thanks to their warm nature, we were able to relax well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
$34.55
1 night, 2 adults

Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds

Kandy

Located in Kandy and with Kandy Museum reachable within 2.4 miles, Diamond shine hostal and bunk beds provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

F
Fuad Al
From
Bangladesh
The property was clean. The mountain views are awesome. I bought two meals and the food was good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$6.80
1 night, 2 adults

Bunty's " Free pickup from kandy"

Kandy

Located in Kandy, a 19-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Bunty's " Free pickup from kandy" provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
$22.50
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Nest Lodge

City Centre, Kandy

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

L
Luciana Snt
From
Brazil
Lets just start with the food that is included, which is deliiiiicious. Cleanliness, comfort of bed and pillows; Location. And friendly staff. And if you can, do a hiike with Senarath.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
Price from
$53
1 night, 2 adults

The Bliss Hostel Kandy

Kandy

Located in Kandy, 4.9 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, The Bliss Hostel Kandy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

v
velusamy
From
India
The staff in the bliss is good,He will take care until you are inside more over the hospitality is mesmerizing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 413 reviews
Price from
$8.10
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Kandy

Kandy

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

C
Cojocaru
From
Romania
Staff was very nice, clean room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
$55.81
1 night, 2 adults

Funk Bunks - Mount View

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.2 miles from Kandy Museum, Funk Bunks - Mount View provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

G
Gal
From
Israel
Amazing staff very very nice people. The location is a bit up hill so take note. Very very good value for money. Free filtered water.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
Price from
$33
1 night, 2 adults

White Rose Hostel

City Centre, Kandy

Featuring a shared lounge, White Rose Hostel is located in the center of Kandy, a 11-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

K
Katarina
From
Japan
I loved staying here, the entire was so friendly and helpful. They had many great suggestions of places I should visit in the area and where to eat. They always helped me plan out my day and guided me to which buses I should take. The room was very comfortable and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Price from
$24
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Backpackers Hostel

City Centre, Kandy

Located in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

I
Ismail
From
Yemen
Great, the staff doing their best
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews
Price from
$19
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

Most booked hostels in Kandy and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 413 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Kandy and nearby

  • View City Point

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    Ideally set in the City Centre district of Kandy, View City Point is located a 7-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium, 0.4 miles from Kandy Train Station and a 9-minute walk from Sri Dalada Maligawa.

    From $8 per night
  • The Nap Station Kandy

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Attractively set in the City Centre district of Kandy, The Nap Station Kandy is located a 12-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 0.7 miles from Bogambara Stadium and a 19-minute walk...

    From $17.76 per night
  • Central City Hostel

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

    Located in Kandy, within a 15-minute walk of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and one mile of Bogambara Stadium, Central City Hostel has accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the...

    From $7.30 per night
  • Lakeside Escape Kandy

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Well situated in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lakeside Escape Kandy is located a 14-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station and a 19-minute walk from...

    From $29.97 per night
  • Clare's Home

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Clare's Home has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From $30.64 per night
  • Lodge in 611

    Kandy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 2.3 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Lodge in 611 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $10 per night
  • Euphoria Dorm

    Kandy
    No credit card needed

    Well set in the center of Kandy, Euphoria Dorm provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From $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

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

    From $23.31 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Kandy, within 1.1 miles of Kandy Train Station and 1.2 miles of Bogambara Stadium, Palm Garden Home Stay provides accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    From $16.50 per night
  • 2in1 Kandy Hostel

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Well located in the center of Kandy, 2in1 Kandy Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From $20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Kandy Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From $19 per night
  • Truly Hostel Kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Kandy, within 2.6 miles of Kandy Train Station and 3 miles of Bogambara Stadium, Truly Hostel Kandy provides accommodations with a shared lounge as well as free private parking for guests...

    From $26.64 per night
  • Bunkalow

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Kandy and with Kandy City Center Shopping Mall reachable within 2.7 miles, Bunkalow has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    From $33.97 per night
  • Located in Kandy, within 2.3 miles of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 2.7 miles of Bogambara Stadium, The Selene city hotel provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as...

    From $29.97 per night
  • Yarra BUNKZ Kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Yarra BUNKZ Kandy is located in Kandy, 0.8 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 3.8 miles from Kandy Train Station.

    From $24.98 per night
  • J hostel kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    J hostel kandy has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kandy. Popular points of interest nearby include Sri Dalada Maligawa, Kandy Museum and Royal Palace Park.

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

  • Located in Huduhumpola, 2.1 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Crystal Castle Kandy by Isuru Gems has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    From $21.09 per night
  • Sunbloom Hostel

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Attractively located in the center of Kandy, Sunbloom Hostel has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Ku,Vana Hostel Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Located in Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station, Ku, Vana Hostel Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Manudi Kandy Hostel

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Manudi Kandy Hostel is located in Kandy, within 7 miles of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 7.1 miles of Kandy Train Station.

FAQ about hostels in Kandy

Hostels that guests love in Kandy

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  • Avg. price/night: $60.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 290 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 482 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 492 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 traveler