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Allens home stay, hotel in Jaffna

Allens home stay, a property with a terrace, is set in Jaffna, 1.7 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3.1 km from Jaffna Fort.

We had a great time at Allen’s Homestay! He is very friendly and gave a lot of tips for things to do around Jaffna. He also helped us a lot to get in touch with local mechanics when we had some issues with our tuktuk. The rooms are nice and clean, and the porch with view of the garden is great!
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
154 reviews
Price from
£13.98
1 night, 2 adults
Sunflowers Canada House, hotel in Jaffna

Sunflowers Canada House, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, 3.5 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 3.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

The young couple hosts were so friendly and helpful. They invited us to the Hindu festival which was amazing experience. The house is beautiful and very spacious and clean. The living areas are shared but with no one else booked in we enjoyed it alone. Very good air conditioned living area and great kitchen with all you need. Would definitely stay here again.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£56.81
1 night, 2 adults
Senthil Complex, hotel in Jaffna

Set 2.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Senthil Complex offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

Quite place, good location. Price.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
252 reviews
Price from
£20.98
1 night, 2 adults
Nallur Holidays Inn, hotel in Jaffna

Nallur Holidays Inn in Jaffna provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

They didn't serve breakfast. However, offered to make tea for us and the shared kitchen had a water heater to make our own tea. Location was 1.5Km away from railway station. Finding food was tough around this area. Rio ice cream parlor was in walking distance (700m) that was something and Nallur Kovil also 500m away.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
325 reviews
Price from
£8.99
1 night, 2 adults
Gatetrees resort, hotel in Jaffna

Situated within 1.5 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.7 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Gatetrees resort features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

Everyone was really kind and friendly
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
183 reviews
Price from
£36.25
1 night, 2 adults
Nallur Residence, hotel in Jaffna

Set within 400 metres of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Nallur Residence features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

Food was excellent. Haran and his team looked after us very well so that we felt we are at home.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
141 reviews
Price from
£34.49
1 night, 2 adults
Ratnam Hotel Jaffna, hotel in Jaffna

Offering a garden and garden view, Ratnam Hotel Jaffna is situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 4.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

Very clean and value for money 🫡
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
135 reviews
Price from
£19.34
1 night, 2 adults
Old Park Villa, hotel in Jaffna

Set within 1.1 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.9 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Old Park Villa provides accommodation with seating area.

Lovely staff Air conditioning TV with English speaking channels Location very good
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
20 reviews
Price from
£34.18
1 night, 2 adults
Dayanithi Guest House, hotel in Jaffna

Located in Maruthanarmadam, Jaffna, Dayanithi Guest House offers accommodation with free private parking on site. Dayanithi Guest House features free WiFi throughout the property.

Staff, location and price. Enjoyed the stay there
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
69 reviews
Price from
£24.86
1 night, 2 adults
WIMAL PALACE, hotel in Jaffna

Featuring a patio with inner courtyard views, a garden and a shared lounge, WIMAL PALACE can be found in Jaffna, close to Jaffna Railway Station and 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

Great breakfast, choice. Personnel reactif
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
31 reviews
Price from
£35.64
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Nallur Holidays Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 325 reviews

    Nallur Holidays Inn in Jaffna provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    Their flexibility, hospitality and friendly service

  • Nallur Residence
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 141 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Nallur Residence features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

    Breakfast was great. Fresh fruit, juice and everything included.

  • Gatetrees resort
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 183 reviews

    Situated within 1.5 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.7 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Gatetrees resort features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

    Location and the garden were amazing. Perfect to relax after a day out

  • WIMAL PALACE
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 31 reviews

    Featuring a patio with inner courtyard views, a garden and a shared lounge, WIMAL PALACE can be found in Jaffna, close to Jaffna Railway Station and 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

    Personal agréable, très propre, cuisine équipée ;..je donne 80/💯....keep it up !

  • Dayanithi Guest House
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 69 reviews

    Located in Maruthanarmadam, Jaffna, Dayanithi Guest House offers accommodation with free private parking on site. Dayanithi Guest House features free WiFi throughout the property.

    Good size clean rooms with decent beds and air con.

  • Old Park Villa
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 20 reviews

    Set within 1.1 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.9 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Old Park Villa provides accommodation with seating area.

    Perfect location and morning Jaffna coffee is perfect.

  • Golden Star Guest House
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 132 reviews

    Boasting a hot tub, Golden Star Guest House is set in Jaffna. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

    It was very close to the town and breakfast was delicious.

  • Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 359 reviews

    Located just 1.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Very friendly, Tony and Stanley made me felt like home. Thanks brothers!

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  • Sunflowers Canada House
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Sunflowers Canada House, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, 3.5 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 3.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

  • Ratnam Hotel Jaffna
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 135 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Ratnam Hotel Jaffna is situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 4.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

    Thank you for the wonderful hospitality, comfy room & delicious breakfast!

  • Sweet Heart Guest House
    Budget options available

    Situated within 8.5 km of Jaffna Public Library and 8.6 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Sweet Heart Guest House features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

  • LALITHA holiday INN
    Budget options available

    Offering city views, LALITHA holiday INN is an accommodation located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Jaffna Public Library and 1.7 km from Jaffna Fort.

  • Hajiz Palace
    Budget options available
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Hajiz Palace offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a shared lounge. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • J Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 18 reviews

    A good location for a stress-free holiday in Jaffna, J Hotel is a guest house surrounded by views of the garden. The property features a garden, bar and parking on-site among other facilities.

    Everything good as this a new hotel and very clean.

  • Allens home stay
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 154 reviews

    Allens home stay, a property with a terrace, is set in Jaffna, 1.7 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3.1 km from Jaffna Fort.

    Great place with fantastic host, thanks for everything Allen, vanakam!!!

  • Flamingo Villa
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 132 reviews

    Set just 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Flamingo Villa offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    The staff at this property are all great The room was wonderful,clean and perfect

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Jaffna

  • Shakin Shasha Beach House
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Jaffna, 11 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Shakin Shasha Beach House offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking and a garden.

  • Villa Thaarhai
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3 reviews

    Set within 1.7 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.7 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Villa Thaarhai features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

  • Malabar home stay
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 122 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Malabar home stay is situated in Jaffna, 3.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 3.5 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

    Abi is a great host. The house is beautiful and clean

  • D'Villa Garden House
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 176 reviews

    D'Villa Garden House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

    Very kind and helpful staff, great value for money

  • thurai guest house
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting garden views, thurai guest house features accommodation with free bikes and a balcony, around 4.1 km from Nilavarai Well.

  • Senthil Complex
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 252 reviews

    Set 2.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Senthil Complex offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

    Very friendly, helpfull and kind staff. Excellent!

  • D'Villa Guest House
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 110 reviews

    D'Villa Guest House, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Jaffna, 2.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 3 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3.4 km from Jaffna Fort.

    The vegeterian breakfast with omlette - perfect start for the day.

  • Columbus villa
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, 2.7 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Columbus villa features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Green star villa
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 16 reviews

    Green star villa, a property with a garden, is situated in Jaffna, 2.5 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 2.6 km from Jaffna Railway Station, as well as 3.6 km from Jaffna Public Library.

  • Navam
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 29 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, within less than 1 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and a 16-minute walk of Jaffna Railway Station, Navam features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

    Close to Nallur Temple Host is very friendly Clean and Air conditioned

  • Superior rest
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 40 reviews

    Superior rest, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 2.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3 km from Jaffna Fort.

    Though just 2km away from the city, the location looks very serene. Nice interior. The caretaker is very helpful.

  • MSGuest House
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6 reviews

    MSGuest House, a property with a garden, is set in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 3.6 km from Jaffna Railway Station, as well as 4.3 km from Jaffna Public Library.

  • KATHIR Guest House
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 10 reviews

    Situated just 15 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, KATHIR Guest House provides accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Great location and peaceful atmosphere 🌱 Friendly and helpful staff Room was clean and spacious Overall, a pleasant stay with room for small improvements! ☺️

  • MercuryFM 101 Yarl Mercury Inn - Jaffna
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 120 reviews

    MercuryFM 101 Yarl Mercury Inn - Jaffna, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 1.9 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, as well as 2 km from Jaffna Public...

    Room was nice. The guys who was there was helpful.

  • MercuryFM 102 house Jaffna - Moris Lane
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 8 reviews

    MercuryFM 102 house Jaffna - Moris Lane is situated in Jaffna, 3.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 16 km from Nilavarai Well, as well as 22 km from Naguleswaram Temple.

  • MercuryFM 109 Guest House - Jaffna Temple road 77
    Scored 6.3
    6.3
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 12 reviews

    Located 1.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 1.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.2 km from Jaffna Public Library, MercuryFM 109 Guest House - Jaffna Temple road 77 provides accommodation set in...

  • EESTEE Court
    Central location
    Scored 4.6
    4.6
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 7 reviews

    EESTEE Court is set in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, 1.8 km from Jaffna Fort, and 1.9 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

  • Geesh Residence : Rooms in Jaffna
    Scored 4.3
    4.3
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 7 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and city view, Geesh Residence: Rooms in Jaffna is located in Jaffna, 1.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 2 km from Jaffna Fort.

  • ABBI Guest House
    Central location
    Scored 1.0
    1.0
    Rated very poor
    Very poor
     · 1 review

    Located in Jaffna, 4.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 4.8 km from Jaffna Public Library, ABBI Guest House offers air conditioning.

  • The Salvation Army Guest House Jaffna

    Located in Jaffna with Jaffna Public Library and Jaffna Fort nearby, The Salvation Army Guest House Jaffna provides accommodation with free private parking.

  • Mathu villa's
    Central location

    Set in Jaffna, 4.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 4.5 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Mathu villa's offers a terrace and air conditioning.

  • C1&2
    Central location

    Offering a garden and lake view, C1&2 is situated in Jaffna, 12 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 13 km from Jaffna Public Library.

  • Shakin Shasha Beach House/neithalbeachcity

    Situated in Jaffna, within 11 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 12 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Shakin Shasha Beach House/neithalbeachcity features accommodation with a private beach area and free...

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Homestays that guests love in Jaffna

  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 359 reviews
    Tony is a great host! He was very helpful, friendly and nice to chat with. He arranged for me a tour of Jaffna peninsula and helped with other travel arrangements. In the guest house there are whiteboards with lots of useful info for travellers such as train and bus schedules. Breakfast (a la carte) had a lot of options to choose from. Overall basic guest house but with great vibe and services.
    Giulia
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 176 reviews
    Breakfast was great Raj was a great host We really enjoyed our time
    Jonathan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £96.57
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 291 reviews
    We spent 3 nights at the Hertiage Hotel and had the best time. The facilities are outstanding, the staff is super nice. Breakfast is superb. Having access to a pool in the heat of Jaffna is priceless. Great vegetarian food options around the corner. Rios Ice Cream is loved by locals and you should try it as well.
    Johannes
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.54
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 154 reviews
    This was a brilliant homestay hosted by Allan. He was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and helped us with our coach booking home and places of interest including the brilliant service at the local temple. I cannot seak to highly of this experience. Your are completely at home here in wonderful JAFFNA
    Maria Server
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £30.18
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 141 reviews
    As ever a great place to stay,great host ,great breakfast. Highly recommended
    vincent
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £30.30
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 36 reviews
    Berty was a very amicable, courteous host in his home. Right from the start he helped in arranging pick up from the airport & a warm welcome at his place. Room was simple but quiet, clean and comfortable. Location excellent. Breakfast was fresh and well prepared. He also helped in organising tours around Jaffna and taxi service to Colombo. If you are looking for simple yet comfortable homestay in Jaffna, Berty Cottage is a gem of a place sure to satisfy most guests.
    Etesh
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.18
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 141 reviews
    This is not a hotel but a homestay. Mr Haran, who runs the place looked after is like we were invited guests
    Arun
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.54
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 154 reviews
    Allen is the perfect host and his homestay is a nice haven at the top of Sri Lanka.
    Annemiek
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.54
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 154 reviews
    Allen was such a good host and took good care of us. He served us tea and coffee all over the day. Also we had some really interesting discussions with Allen. We would definitely choose Allens home stay again.
    Silvan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.54
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 154 reviews
    Allan is such a warm and lovely host. Can't do too much for you. Super brekkie, really nice and authentic homestay. Really enjoyed my 3 nights and pleasure getting to know you 👍
    Symo81
    Solo traveller