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Funk Bunks - By The Lake, hotel in Kandy

Conveniently set in Kandy, Funk Bunks - By The Lake provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. With a garden, the property also features barbecue facilities....

I LIKED EVERYTHING! The moment i stepped in the property, it was giving me good vibes. The room was clean, the bathroom was also clean because they clean everyday and cleanliness is what travelers appreciate. The bed was the most comfortable bed i had so far in sri lanka. I was able to sleep well. I didnt have any trouble sleeping at all. There was an AC, tv, mini fridge inside although it was plugged but i believe it was working. I just didnt use it. What you pay includes good breakfast and dinner so it was really worth it. The owners were lovely 🥹 thats the thing i love the most about this hostel. On my last day, they saw me working and offered me coffee. So sweet 💗 I only booked one night but ended up staying for 3 nights. What a great place to stay ♥️ THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING 🥰 I WISH TO GO BACK!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
112 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults
The Bliss Hostel Kandy, hotel in Kandy

Located in Kandy, 4.4 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.

The property had a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with clean and stylish rooms that made the stay very enjoyable. The central location was perfect for accessing local attractions, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience."
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
178 reviews
Price from
$9
1 night, 2 adults
Catch The Ella Train Hostel, hotel in Kandy

Located in Kandy, Catch The Ella Train Hostel is 1640 feet from Peradeniya Railway Station, 0.7 mi from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and The property is 12 mi to the Ambuluwawa Tower, 5.1 mi from...

Asanka was extremely helpful! He taught us lots about Sri Lanka. He went out of his way to ensure we were well looked after. He helped us get tickets on the Ella train. The breakfast was DELICIOUS!
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
51 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults
Barefoot Inn Kandy, hotel in Kandy

Well set in the center of Kandy, Barefoot Inn Kandy provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

The women was very nice and it's a decent room With cute balcony The family living downstairs So the filing is like hosting in there house
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
$101
1 night, 2 adults
White Rose Hostel, hotel in Kandy

White Rose Hostel is offering accommodations in Kandy. Around 1640 feet from Bogambara Stadium, the property is also close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Location and very clean room and bathroom! They even had plastic under the mattress which I assume protects from bugs. The owners were very nice and helpful with my questions!
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
233 reviews
Price from
$22
1 night, 2 adults
Banana Bunks Kandy, hotel in Kandy

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Banana Bunks Kandy is located in Kandy, 1.4 miles from Kandy Train Station and 1.6 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Pretty location looking out over Kandy. The shared dorm room was a bit basic (and no ac), but Tharindu went above and beyond to make sure I was taken care of— arranging a tour around Kandy and helping me plan trips to nearby towns (telling me transport options, what sights to see, arranging a tuk tuk transfer, and checking in multiple times a day while on the excursions to make sure I was safe and everything was going smoothly). He made the stay worth it! Amazing hospitality.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
523 reviews
Price from
$75.34
1 night, 2 adults
Funk Bunk - Mount View Lodge, hotel in Kandy

Conveniently located in Kandy, Funk Bunk - Mount View Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

We like their hospitality
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
294 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
Kurumbunkz, hotel in Kandy

Located in Kandy, 2.3 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Kurumbunkz has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Hotel restaurant was amazing, best cocktails I tried in Sri Lanka! Staff super friendly and the rooms were super comfy
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
71 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
Lodge in 611, hotel in Kandy

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.

Easy to access to Kandy
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
622 reviews
Price from
$7
1 night, 2 adults
Kandy Backpackers Hostel, hotel in Kandy

Located just about 0.6 mi from the Kandy lake round and 1.2 mi from Kandy city center Kandy Back Packer's Hostel offers accommodations for guests with fully air conditioned rooms, such as private...

good sitting space on roof,swiming pool, tasty veg dinner, breakfast was also fine, location is also fine can be reach with bus in front of hostel.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
553 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.

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  • Barefoot Inn Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Well set in the center of Kandy, Barefoot Inn Kandy provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    Design. Relaxing. Wide open windows with plenty of natural light. Welcoming atmosphere.

  • Funk Bunk - Mount View Lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 294 reviews

    Conveniently located in Kandy, Funk Bunk - Mount View Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    super friendly staff, good breakfast, cost effective

  • Kurumbunkz
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 71 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 2.3 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Kurumbunkz has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    Friendly staff. Nice location with good clean room.

  • Sizzle Sports Club
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 47 reviews

    Located in Kandy, a 11-minute walk from Kandy Museum, Sizzle Sports Club provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

    Отличный номер. В пешей доступности храм зуба Будды

  • City View Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 146 reviews

    A 7-minute walk from Sri Dalada Maligawa, City View Hostel is located in Kandy and provides free WiFi, concierge services and express check-in and check-out.

    First day at kandy and it was so special thanks alot

  • Central City Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 125 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...

    За такую цену и на одну ночь вполне можно остановиться!

  • Diamond shine
    Budget options available
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

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

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Kandy

  • Bunkalow
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 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.

  • Catch The Ella Train Hostel
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 51 reviews

    Located in Kandy, Catch The Ella Train Hostel is 1640 feet from Peradeniya Railway Station, 0.7 mi from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and The property is 12 mi to the Ambuluwawa Tower, 5.1 mi from...

    Tout était parfait . L’accueil chaleureux et bienveillants, de grands moments de partage à la découverte de Kandy , je recommande chaleureusement

  • 2in1 Kandy Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 31 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.

    The best and most peaceful two nights I spent in this beautiful place

  • The Bliss Hostel Kandy
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 178 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 4.4 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.

    Good customer service, a very good environment to relax, friendly.

  • White Rose Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 233 reviews

    White Rose Hostel is offering accommodations in Kandy. Around 1640 feet from Bogambara Stadium, the property is also close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Liked everything from the accommodation to the facilities

  • Banana Bunks Kandy
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 523 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Banana Bunks Kandy is located in Kandy, 1.4 miles from Kandy Train Station and 1.6 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Super friendly host. Could arrange tickets for the famous Kandy to Ella train

  • Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 239 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Lazy Bear Best Hostel in Kandy has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Very helpful and nice staff and owner as well so friendly

  • Kandy Backpackers Hostel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 553 reviews

    Located just about 0.6 mi from the Kandy lake round and 1.2 mi from Kandy city center Kandy Back Packer's Hostel offers accommodations for guests with fully air conditioned rooms, such as private...

    Clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff and maintained pool. Food is delicious too.

  • Lodge in 611
    Central location
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 622 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.

    Best Place in Kandy. Very good and helpful staff.

  • J hostel kandy
    Central location
    Scored 5.3
    5.3
    Rated fair
    Average
     · 15 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, J hostel kandy offers accommodations in Kandy. It provides free pick up from Kandy railway station.

  • Hostel Kandy Green Mirror
    Scored 5.2
    5.2
    Rated fair
    Average
     · 6 reviews

    Hostel Kandy Green Mirror is located in Kandy, within one mile of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 4.1 miles of Kandy Train Station.

  • Kandy Bunks
    Central location

    Attractively set in the center of Kandy, Kandy Bunks has free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Heaven's hostel
    Central location

    Located in Kandy, 1.9 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Heaven's hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • isuru Tourist Hostel

    Located in Kandy and with Kandy Train Station reachable within 1.6 miles, isuru Tourist Hostel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Isuru Tourist Hostel

    Isuru Tourist Hostel is located in Kandy, 1.7 miles from Kandy Train Station and 2.1 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

FAQ about hostels in Kandy

Hostels that guests love in Kandy

  • Avg. price/night: $20
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 459 reviews
    The staff were amazingly Helpful, friendly and very welcoming. The included breakfast was very nice and nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were perfectly adequate for what we needed and the main lounge area was very nice hang out area. Good size room, comfy bed, great air con, bathroom had all facilities as required and everything was very clean and tidy. Great location for the city and lake etc. Would highly recommend staying for a low budget stay.
    Ben
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $57.72
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 132 reviews
    Definitely the best stay we had in Sri Lanka. An idyllic and beautiful place we’ve only seen in the movies so far. The hosts are super lovely and recommended us things to do and places to eat at that are authentic and charge local prices. Definitely drive with the host’s go-to Tuk Tuk driver Gehan. He is super sweet and careful of your safety in Kandy plus you won’t find any cheaper Tuk Tuk anyway. All in all 10/10.
    Hagen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $17.73
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,114 reviews
    great value for money with its cheap rates. Its location very close to town makes it convenient for exploring. Rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is friendly. Highly recommended for budget travelers.
    Sachith
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 112 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.
    Dino
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $22
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 233 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!
    Claudia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $10.90
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 791 reviews
    Quite contradictory impression overall. Cant say Ll iss good or it is bad experience. We could change room to more spacious and with access to fresh air on the second day. Location quite centered Wardrobe and mirrors Good internet, one of the best we had across other hotels Polite host Worth money it cost i think so really cheap/simple. Do not expect some luxury for this budget which is normal. Reminds more hostel quality than hotel. Location was shared via google map and advise where to get off the bus to save time. This was cool
    Sviatlana
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $18
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 553 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!
    Rajshree
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $18
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 553 reviews
    Breakfast and dinner were included in the price! Also the owner invites all the guests to a cookery lesson in the evening to learn about Sri Lankan food and meet the other guests. They also had a lovely pool which was a great bonus when your in the jungle setting. This is a great backpackers budget hostel with lovely friendly staff.
    Catherine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $18
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 553 reviews
    A brilliant hostel with fabulous staff to make you very welcome Each night you have the opportunity to get involved in the cooking of dinner, the dinner is included in your room rate The food is prepared and served with love...this is the best hostel I have stayed in for a very long time The hostel also are able to organise a city tour by tuk tuk...Baggie my driver was great and gave me a value for money tour.. I would recommend that any one thats looking for a great place to stay look no further than Backpackers Hostel Kandy
    Paul
    Solo traveler

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