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Liselma Residence

City Centre, Kandy

Situated conveniently in the centre of Kandy, Liselma Residence offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and city views.

M
Mathias
From
Austria
Great place to stay in Kandy! Very quiet on the hill with beautiful view over lake and city. The room is big, clean and very comfortable. The owner is super nice and staying here is relaxing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Galkaduwa360 Villa

Kandy

Set within 2.7 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.4 km of Bogambara Stadium, Galkaduwa360 Villa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

B
Björn
From
Germany
First of all we liked the amazing view, doesnt matter if you are on the balcony, look out of the windows of your room or from the 360 Grad view roof top terrace, you will have a amazing view everywhere. You can see the mountains, the city, diffrent temples and the beautiful nature. Second thing we liked very much, was the food, for fair prices. So we had a high quality dinner and large portions on the roof top, cocked by the host. We liked it so much, so my girlfriend tooked a cocking lesson the next day by the host. She enjoyed it a lot. Specially the host is very friendly, makes you feeling like you are at home and helped us with everything we needed. He is happy if his guest are happy. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. If we come back to Kandy one day, theres no question where we will stay. Thank you a lot. Greetings Björn & Katjana
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy

Situated within 4.4 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.2 km of Ceylon Tea Museum, Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

E
Eva
From
Germany
The guestroom is located in the families green garden and has a lot of space, even with a little are in the „second level“. We felt very welcome by the whole family from the first second on. As the house is located on a mountain hill, it was a bit tricky to get there, however, Sudesh organized it perfectly. The room is spacious, clean and had everything that was promised in the booking. The queen sized bed was super comfy and we had a good night rest despite the heavy rain that night. The breakfast was the best we had so far on our trip through Sri Lanka and we were even asked for any preferences on what to get & when to get it. Totally recommend!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Kande Home

City Centre, Kandy

Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, Kande Home offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has mountain and river views, and is 1.9 km from Kandy Museum.

L
Lucas
From
Germany
Tasty food Helpful and lovely host! Very Clean Good Comfort and equipment Big room and beautiful house
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$28.35
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Olde Ceylon

City Centre, Kandy

Well located in Kandy, Villa Olde Ceylon is a recently renovated guest house, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

j
julie
From
New Zealand
Beautiful clean, comfortable rooms. Newly finished wonderfully creative & green hotel. Both Western & very delicious SR breakfasts available. Delightful & generous hosts showing us the best things to do from ayurveda massage to the cultural show. A 15 minute walk down the hill to the lake or an easy tutuk ride. Nice little pool to cool off in.. Has filtered water available. Local shops have good 'small bites'.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Sun Dove Suite

City Centre, Kandy

Ideally located in Kandy, Sun Dove Suite offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake and city views, and is 1.6 km from Bogambara Stadium.

L
Leproust
From
France
The place was really comfortable, and the view from the terrasse was really nice! The staff was really nice, they gave us some very good recommendations for traditional massage, a driver, etc. The traditional breakfast was amazing! It is walking distance to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults

Mystique Hideout

Kandy

Set in Kandy and only 2.3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Mystique Hideout offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

b
barrett
From
United Arab Emirates
Very lovely. Very helpful people and great breakfast. I was able to join a yoga teacher which was very nice, she provided a good class and very relaxing guided shavasana.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews
Price from
US$11.52
1 night, 2 adults

SERENE HOME

Kandy

Boasting free bikes and views of garden, SERENE HOME is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kandy, 3.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

D
Daniela
From
Portugal
The host is very friendly and approachable, will give you suggestions for places to visit in Kandy, where to shop, and always tries to make sure you're comfortable. I also did a tour to Pindurangala, Dambulla and Spice Garden which was very nice. The room is comfortable and you can have a delicious home made breakfast on the balcony 🙂 It's only a 10min tuk tuk drive from the center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Kandy Homestay

City Centre, Kandy

Well set in Kandy, Hello Kandy Homestay is a recently renovated homestay, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Malou
From
Canada
Great location, they suggest a lot of activities and shower is great ( good pressure, hot water and super clean) the dorms are smal but super clean and you can manage the space for laguage with other host. Big locker for your laguage. Yhe personnel is amazing and super nice . Always trying to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

The Grove

Kandy

Offering a garden and mountain view, The Grove is situated in Kandy, 10 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 15 km from Kandy railway station.

O
Olena
From
Ukraine
friendly owner and stuff, beautiful nature around the hotel, no people around, a very tasty food, beautiful pool with a nice mountain view, Modern design of the hotel. It made our holidays unforgetable and very cosy. I will recommend it to my friends and relatives. Thanks for a good rest!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Price from
US$36
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 961 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 423 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 949 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kandy and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Princess Villa Kandy Rail Station is a recently renovated guest house in the centre of Kandy, 300 metres from Kandy railway station and 300 metres from Bogambara Stadium.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

In a prime location in Kandy, Kandy Dilruk Homestay provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$18 per night

256 Townhouse Rest

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews

256 Townhouse Rest is set in the City Centre district of Kandy, 1.1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, 1.3 km from Kandy Museum and 1.5 km from Bogambara Stadium.

From US$16.25 per night

Heritage Kandy City Bungalow has a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Kandy, 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.9 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.8 km from...

From US$43.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Boasting a terrace with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Misty Clouds Homestay can be found in Kandy, close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.6 km from Bogambara Stadium.

From US$25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, The Views Kandy - 360 Mountain View offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$113 per night

Janali Homestay

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set in the heart of Kandy, Janali Homestay provides accommodation with garden views, just less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 13-minute walk from Kandy railway station.

From US$15.54 per night

Mcleod-Inn

Kandy
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews

Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, Mcleod-Inn offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$33 per night

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

Y&Y Residence

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Attractively set in the centre of Kandy, Y&Y Residence offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. With city views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

Windy Ridge Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Located in Kandy, near Bogambara Stadium, Kandy railway station and Sri Dalada Maligawa, Windy Ridge Kandy has a garden.

From US$87.98 per night

The Next Door

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, the recently renovated The Next Door offers well-equipped accommodation featuring air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

Freedom Lodge, Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

Freedom Lodge, Kandy offers accommodation set 100 metres from the centre of Kandy and provides a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$26.60 per night

St Bridget's Country Bungalow

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 613 reviews

Situated in Kandy, within 1.6 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.7 km of Bogambara Stadium, St Bridget's Country Bungalow features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as...

From US$70 per night

King Of Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Ideally situated in Kandy, King Of Kandy features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service.

From US$34.20 per night

Highest View

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 740 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and mountain view, Highest View is situated in Kandy, 1.3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.9 km from Kandy railway station.

From US$28 per night

Marvel Hills Kandy

Kandy
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Situated in Kandy, Marvel Hills Kandy features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. In room facilities include hot water, TV, air conditioning, WiFi, tea & coffee facility free of charge.

From US$56.56 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kandy and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 423 reviews

Charlton Kandy Rest is an affordable property located only 1 km from Kandy Railway Station and Kandy Bus Station.

From US$12 per night

Orchard Home

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

Well situated in Kandy, Orchard Home offers a Full English/Irish breakfast and free WiFi.

From US$35.52 per night

Kandy Railway Inn

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

Situated conveniently in the City Centre district of Kandy, Kandy Railway Inn is situated 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.5 km from Kandy Museum and 1.5 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa.

From US$17.98 per night

Lilly Rooms

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

Conveniently set in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lilly Rooms is located 1.2 km from Kandy railway station, 600 metres from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1 km from Kandy Museum.

From US$23.98 per night

Hidden Haven

Kandy
Central location

Set in Kandy, 1.5 km from Bogambara Stadium, 1.4 km from Kandy railway station and less than 1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, Hidden Haven offers accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

From US$27.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Situated less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 16-minute walk from Kandy railway station in the centre of Kandy, Grand Infinite Home Stay features accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

From US$38.85 per night

Sesatha lake Kandy

Kandy
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

Ideally set in Kandy, Sesatha lake Kandy is a recently renovated guest house, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

Well located in Kandy, Lake Classical Guest House provides concierge services and free private parking. The property features lake and garden views, and is less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium.

From US$28.86 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Kandy

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Avg. price/night: US$22.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Lovely room full of light and large bath room with access to kitchen and washing machine Cleaning be of the best Homestay’s we have stayed in Lovely hosts and very quiet yet minutes from supermarket with restaurants Would highly recommend staying here
Guest review by
Rex
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
The Homestay is operated by a heartfelt loving host family. You feel welcome immediately and home. The rooms are pleasantly organized. Especially the light-flooded common room with dining table and arms lines for reading is inviting. From the terraces you have a view view to the Knuckle mountains. Mahesh is a helpful organizational talent, the mother prepares for breakfast, as well as tasty local food on request. I felt very comfortable in this Homestay.
Guest review by
Thomas
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
More of a homestay - simple accommodation in a beautiful, tranquil setting. Lovely hosts, home-cooking & peace; but maybe BYO toiletries.
Guest review by
AF1113
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 961 reviews
Jaye’s Homestay was a great property to stay at. The owner, Jaye was a great host who kind and attentive. He prepared a delicious and giant Sri Lankan breakfast. Highly recommend. The rooms are spacious and the shower has good water pressure. The view from the shared balcony was lovely. The walk to the city, whilst up hill is only 10 minutes away maximum. Very good stay!
Guest review by
Conour
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Cham and his family are incredibly great hosts. He supports you wherever he can, is always there for you and available, helps you organise trips and simply makes you feel at home in his homestay. The vibe in the house is incredibly positive. Everyone smiles and it's just lovely. The breakfast in the morning is wonderful
Guest review by
Sarah
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
I found this to be a lovely homestay. The place is filled with wood carved artwork, it’s like a museum. The host family is very kind, will help you with what you need and work their magic in the kitchen creating delicious meals for breakfast and dinner in my case. The also organize tours, which I joined and that was money and time very well spent. The homestay is a good 10 minute walk to town center, but it’s a relatively quiet one along the lake (north side).
Guest review by
Majid
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews
Great staff, nice view and located close to the city center! Book a tour on forehand via withlocals.com and look for a tour with host Buddhima. I promise she'll elevate your stay in Kandy and let you taste the best (street)food, fruits and spices. The rooms in the homestay are large, clean and the breakfast is good!
Guest review by
arnevanginkel
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 961 reviews
Perfect home stay with lovely host, great breakfast (the best we had in Sri Lanka!), nice rooms and views. Thank you!
Guest review by
Rebecca
Family with young children