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SWP Eco Lodge

Hotel in City Centre, Kandy

Set in Kandy, 800 metres from Bogambara Stadium, swp eco lodge offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden.

L
LUAN
From
China
Good view on the restaurant. Very good breakfast! Combo is delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,323 reviews
Price from
US$81
1 night, 2 adults

Arambhaya Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Kandy

Situated in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station, Arambhaya Boutique Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

X
Xavier
From
Spain
An amazing hotel in Kandy, with brand-new, luxurious facilities. Truly speechless. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the staff was attentive. Breakfast was delicious, with six different options to choose from. The hotel is a little removed from the center of Kandy, so transportation by taxi, tuk-tuk, or private driver is recommended, totally worth it, though!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews
Price from
US$74.69
1 night, 2 adults

Orbit88 Hotel by AMR

Hotel in Kandy

Located in Kandy, within 1.9 km of Kandy railway station and 2.6 km of Bogambara Stadium, Orbit88 Hotel by AMR provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

P
Priyedarshi Jetli
From
India
It is a new hotel, a hidden gem with a great view in the middle of the city. The restaurant is not operative yet, but the manager was nice enough to provide us with vegetarian breakfast and dinner home cooked at the owner's house. The staff was helpful throughout the day and night whenever we had any problems. The rooms are very modern and very well laid our for comfort with a beautiful balcony with a great view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
Price from
US$48.20
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Bird Villas

Hotel in Kandy

Set in Kandy, 5.7 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Kandy Bird Villas offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

D
Djordje
From
Serbia
Great place overall. Was met pleasenlty by hotel staff who took our luggage down to apartment. Sana is a great manager, took care of us on arrival, made us nice luch and dinner since we arrived that day tired and were in hotel whole day. Swimming pool is nice also.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Price from
US$29.97
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Myst by Cinnamon

Hotel in Kandy

Located in Kandy, 3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Kandy Myst by Cinnamon provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

R
Ratnadeep
From
United Arab Emirates
I like hotel facilities, staff is very good and supportive, location is nice, swimming pool is well maintained (water is clean and water temperature is controlled), food from hotel restaurant is good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$78.75
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.

P
Petr
From
Czech Republic
We stayed one night only but during the check in we regretted we didn't book the place for more night. The view is just exceptional. Even a toilet has an amazing view. It was one of our 'woooow' accommodations in Sri Lanka. The driveway to this villa is pretty steep and I was scared a little when driving up with tuk tuk, but it was just fine in the end. Host is really helpful, kind and funny guy. Thank you for this nice experience ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$20
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.

K
Krisztina
From
Hungary
Very nice house with beautiful little garden. The room is furnished with great taste, the garden is full of flowers. The family is super nice and friendly, they treated my daughter as their own. They also organize cooking classes, which I absolutely recommend: it is taking place in an authentic kitchen with traditional utensilies, and is the owner's mom who teaches you about spices, local vegetables, and how to cook some very tasty Sri Lankan meal. She is great! Breakfast is an amazing selection of local dishes, and it's plenty. Our host was also very nice, ready to help with anything, explaining about culture and what to see in Kandy. He helped with our laundry, organized for us tuktuk to the citiy, and took us to the train station when we were leaving. The whole family was very nice and attentive to our every need. The location is outside of Kandy, a bit far from the center, but because of this it is very quiet, and it's surrounded by nature. I highly recommend it! Even if you don't stay here, try the cooking class!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Namaya Nature

City Centre, Kandy

Conveniently set in the centre of Kandy, Namaya Nature is a recently renovated homestay, which provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

J
Jasmine
From
Spain
Nita and her mother are so friendly, they made us feel like staying at home. we had a cooking night together, and we made the transitional sri lankan dish (they were sooo yummy, especially the 7 veggies curry) and coconut rotis. Nita’s daughter is very supportive when we need some help for communication. we really enjoy our stay!!!;) thank you Nita for the great hospitality!! oh, the view from the room is so nice, and the breakfast was so delicious too! ;)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$20.47
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Living Homestay

Kandy

Situated in Kandy, within 4.4 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 4.5 km of Kandy Museum, Kandy Living Homestay features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

a
antonio
From
Greece
Staying at Kandy Living Home Stay was one of the most memorable parts of my trip to Sri Lanka. The home itself is beautifully designed — clean, cozy, and incredibly comfortable — with thoughtful touches that made me feel right at home. The atmosphere is peaceful, and the hosts are warm and welcoming, always ready to help or share insights about the area. One of the absolute highlights of my stay was the cooking class with Chef Janith. He is not only a talented chef but also a wonderful teacher. With great patience and passion, he guided us through each step of preparing a traditional Sri Lankan meal, sharing stories, tips, and local knowledge along the way. The setup was perfect, and the food we created was absolutely delicious. I left Kandy Living not just with amazing memories, but with new cooking skills, a deeper appreciation for Sri Lankan culture, and the feeling of having been truly cared for. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Kandy — it’s more than just a stay; it’s a full, heartfelt experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$25
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.

S
Sophie
From
United Kingdom
Lovely clean, spacious room and bathroom with a nice view Bit out of Kandy city which we liked and we had our own tuktuk so no issues with transport to town etc We felt very welcomed into the home and I loved the traditional Sri Lankan breakfast ! Really helpful hosts with lots of recommendations
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$28.35
1 night, 2 adults
All cheap hotels in Kandy

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Most booked cheap hotels in Kandy and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,824 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 886 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,119 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,462 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,992 reviews
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Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Kandy and nearby

  • Urban Alley Kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, within 600 metres of Bogambara Stadium and 700 metres of Kandy railway station, Urban Alley Kandy features free WiFi.

    From US$14.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews

    Set in Kandy, 400 metres from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Dumbara Peak Residence offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$42.42 per night
  • Raj Residencies

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Well situated in Kandy, Raj Residencies offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$69.30 per night
  • Kandy view resort

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Kandy view resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$22.20 per night
  • The Radh Hotel

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,119 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, shared lounge and views of pool, The Radh Hotel is set in Kandy, 500 metres from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    From US$214.76 per night
  • Yak City Apartments

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

    Situated within 600 metres of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and less than 1 km of Sri Dalada Maligawa in the centre of Kandy, Yak City Apartments features accommodation with free WiFi and seating...

    From US$18.48 per night
  • Orchard Home

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

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

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Sevana City Hotel

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,824 reviews

    Sevana City Hotel is located just 1.3 km from the Kandy Railway Station and 6 km from the famous Bogambara Stadium. Free WiFi access is available. Each room will provide you with a work desk.

    From US$55 per night

Stay connected in Kandy and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Kandy, just less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and a 9-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium, Pearl of Kandy features accommodation with garden views and free...

    From US$72.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Kandy, just less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and a 9-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium, pearl of kandy features accommodation with garden views and free...

    From US$55.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,402 reviews

    Conveniently situated in Kandy, Lotus Lake Residence provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, Ceyloni City Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$69.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and mountain views, Dream Inn is an accommodation situated right in the heart of Kandy, just less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and a 10-minute walk from Bogambara...

    From US$33.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews

    Well set in the centre of Kandy, Devon Rest provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$140.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews

    A bed and breakfast nestled in the centre of Kandy, Villa 92 City Stay has private parking, free WiFi, a garden and terrace.

    From US$49.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 90 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

Enjoy breakfast in Kandy and nearby

  • Square Peg

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 1.1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.4 km from the centre, Square Peg provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace.

    From US$129.80 per night
  • The Trees, Kandy

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 886 reviews

    Conveniently situated in Kandy, The Trees, Kandy provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$207.69 per night
  • Kandyan Sweet Villa

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Kandyan Sweet Villa offers accommodation in Kandy, 200 metres from Bogambara Stadium. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

    From US$27.50 per night
  • Tenshin Residance.

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Kandy, Tenshin Residance. Provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$33.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

    Set in Kandy, less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium, Oak Ray Heritage Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$104.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Kandy, Castle Hill Bungalow by Seven Angels features air-conditioned rooms with free private parking and room service.

    From US$150.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 520 reviews

    Enjoying an excellent location, just in front of Kandy Lake, Ceyloni Lake View provides spacious accommodation with private balconies.

    From US$52.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the City Centre district of Kandy, CELONESE HOTEL & RESTAURANT Kandy is located 1.4 km from Bogambara Stadium, 1.5 km from Kandy railway station and 1.1 km from Kandy Museum.

    From US$82.14 per night

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Kandy

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  • Avg. price/night: US$28.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 588 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.
    Guest review by
    Ben
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$19.97
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,021 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.
    Guest review by
    Sachith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$140.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
    Ideal location just a short walk along the lake to the city. Photos on website do not do it justice. Room was large, spotless, comfortable and with a balcony view directly over the lake. Breakfast was great with lovely service from Sunil and his team.
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$26.55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
    The staff were friendly and the location was ideal. For a budget traveller it’s ok
    Guest review by
    Carly
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$214.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,119 reviews
    Of all the locations in Kandy, this hotel is fantastic. A tiny walk from the entrance to the Temple of the Tooth makes it ideal for a tourist stay. Very affordable. Rooms are small. Kind Sri Lankan service as was experienced throughout the whole country.
    Guest review by
    Reeves
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
    Great location in the center close to the markets and lake. Bathrooms very clean with toilet paper and soap. The stuff very nice, welcomed me with tea, providing useful info and good vibe. Very cheap.
    Guest review by
    Mihaela Alina
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews
    Staff was well behaved and warm welcoming... helping my with luggage.. suggesting about good locations ..modes of travel.. Breakfast for hearty...I think more than enough for 2 people.. and relatively cheap.. Room was very clean and arranged.. It's about 1km from both bus station and railway station...
    Guest review by
    HARSHIT
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$62.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews
    I wanted to let you know that a very tasteful entrance which led down to the room we had booked. I would like to add this was the last room they had which was a budget room with twin beds. The room was spotless, breakfast was amazing and the staff were very attentive. Wonderful gardens in a quiet location
    Guest review by
    Paul Devon-Row
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$26.55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
    The property is located in an ideal location with a beautiful greeny surrounding. It's a few minutes walking distance to the temple of tooth, the kandy lake, restaurants, shops and ect. Property has decent level facilities, it's very clean & comfortable with big rooms & common areas. There is a balcony with a mountain view where you can sit and relax, Staff is very kind & helpful to everyone. I do not hesitate to recommend this hostel to anyone and I wish to come back agian.
    Guest review by
    Angie
    Solo traveller