203 Rajapihilla Terrace, 20000 Kandy, Sri Lanka
#27 of 279 hotels in Kandy
Guests' ChoiceBased on 149 hostel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.8
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Free Wifi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 5, 2025
Enes
AustriaVery kind and caring staff. I felt welcome the moment I stepped into the hotel. The rooms and overall the hotel was very clean and also the beds/pillows were really comfortable. The most amazing part for me was the breakfest with eggs, sausages, fresh fruits, avocados, toasts, etc. 10/10, would absolutely recommend it.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 24, 2025
Aaqib
IndiaNot much privacy considering the open beds but it's not really a problem
Breakfast and dinner provided by hostel staff. It's pretty much at the end of Kandy lake so the best way is to walk along the lake side specially in evening when the birds are joyfully chirping. Host was also very nice and allowed me to checkin an hour early
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 12, 2025
David
United StatesBreakfast and supper come with your room payment, but they are nearly impossible to use, because they are only offered in a 30 minute window. Further, the kitchen facilities are not public, so you can't cook your own food if you miss theirs. They wouldn't even let me heat water for my oatmeal in the kettle. There are plenty of cheap restaurants in Kandy, but if you miss the tiny meal window, that's what you're doing for meals.
This is a convenient and comfortable hostel in Kandy. The A/C is crankin. There is a refrigerator.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Shehar
PakistanNice clean property in green neighbourhood. walking distance to the center and all major attractions. loved staying here and would love to return
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 8, 2025
Carolyn
AustraliaI liked that the food was included and a great location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 8, 2025
George
United KingdomToilet clogged which they admitted they new about as a reoccurring problem but have not fixed. I was moved rooms without prior telling me and came back to find they had removed all my things from the room into the corridor without asking. The hotel is a bit far from the center of Kandy. Staff speak very little English so it can be hard to communicate any issues. AC stopped working but was fixed quickly. Not much of a social area, only tables for eating breakfast/dinner and a couple of old sofas.
Very comfortable beds, big rooms and decent breakfast included in the price.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 22, 2025
Karolína
Czech RepublicVery nice host, good food and amazing bathroom with hot water.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 2, 2025
Suraj
IndiaThere was an issue while payment. I have been asked to pay more than the amount shown while booking on booking.com website. The hostel manager told that the final amount payable would be more than the amount shown in booking.com where they would add some commission.
Great place to stay and have some good connections. Comfortable common area for breakfast and having good conversations with other travellers
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 10, 2025
Daniela
GermanyVery clean and cozy place. The food was good for the price. I even was surprised that the room had air-conditioning.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 5, 2025
Siena
United KingdomFood could have been a bit better but it was fine for the price.
Clean rooms and bathroom. Comfortable beds. Lockers big enough for personal items. Breakfast and dinner included which was great for the price. Had lots of leaflets and ideas on what to do in and around Kandy. Big garden area
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 3, 2025
Jana
SpainThe beds are super comfortable, nice warm shower, good fans and ac, free water refills. Good recommendations from the manager. Nice to chill and socialize. Simple breakfast and dinner, but tasty. A bit far from Kandy city center, but quite quiet, and it is nice to walk along the lake to get there.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 30, 2025
Hagar
IsraelAmazing place! Super clean and well cared! The owner is amazing and breakfast and dinner was delicious✨
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 19, 2025
Imre
HungaryThe internet is good but not stable enough for longer calls.
I loved the location of the place. The lake is near and so beautiful. The staff was very kind and and helpful. With the breakfast and dinner it has a very good value for money. I liked the garden too.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 13, 2025
Iris
JordanIt was a very pleasant stay. The owner was super helpful and the stay was very relaxed and uncomplicated. Thank you.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 10, 2025
Meenakshi
IndiaIt is a lovely property. The host helped me plan my travel ahead keeping my needs in mind. The breakfast and dinner inclusion was simple homely food which was much needed for me as a traveller. The eating together also allows you to connect with other travellers. Some really nice homely vibes in this place.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 10, 2025
Mai
JapanThe owners are so friendly and kind. They take care of the gusts very well! They can speak Japanese as well!!!!! They also offer free dinner and breakfast, which was delicious and great opportunities to connect with other guests! And the room was really comfortable with AC. Thank you so much 💕 ありがとうございました😊
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
Suman
IndiaIt's a very good hostel. Location also very good. Behavior of staff also very polite.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
Muhammad
QatarThe hostel is very accessible to all the main tourists attractions
The host was very friendly he helped alot to give as information about the city for tourists attraction
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
Popescu
RomaniaThe owner îs a excelent man. Very, very hepfull. Always with good advice. Know everithing. Good breakfast
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 1, 2025
Rohit
Indiavery good place nice location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 22, 2025
Patrick
GermanyThe beds are quite close to each other with no barricade or blinds or anything. Didn't bother me but I feel like that's good to know. Oh and the hostel has two locations so make sure you arrive at the correct one! The google maps locations is also a bit confusing.
Super friendly staff 24/7 available. Breakfast was nice. It was easy to get in touch with other travellers without it ever being too loud. It is a social hostel but definitely not a party hostel. The Tuktuk driver who works there is super friendly, gives fair prices. The day tour was fun and it was like 3000SLR for the group of 3 I think.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Danielle
United KingdomEverything was great.
Mr Bandar is so helpful and friendly. He is a lovely man and you can ask him for advice or just to have a chat. The rooms are very clean and each room has its own bathroom which are very clean as well. Hot water and fans and AC if you want it on. (The fan is fine to be hones, it’s not too hot here) The common areas are also very clean and spacious. Great to relax in peace. The location is perfect, away from the traffic and hustle of the city but only a short walk to town around the lake which is lovely. There is a small hill to walk to the hostel, maybe 3 mins. I thoroughly recommend staying here. It’s a fantastic hostel and excellent value for money. I came whilst the Buddhas tooth was on show in the temple for the first time in 16 years (it’s normally locked away) so the city was so busy with thousands of people for the pilgrimage but it was great to be here for it and see everyone. I felt very lucky.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 14, 2025
Laura
United KingdomVery clean, comfortable beds, felt safe. Walking distance to the lake - 20 mins walk to town but a nice walk around the lake. Very helpful staff and breakfast included was a great touch! Free tea/coffee, toast, omelette, curry, marmalade, and juice. Met a couple of nice people but as we were in a group the social side didn’t matter so much. Not super social if you are solo and want to meet people. Quiet, not a party hostel!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 7, 2025
Kumar
IndiaNice place to stay. Friendly hosts.
Stayed in April 2025
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