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Mystay

Mawanella

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

L
Lovre
From
United Kingdom
I had an absoulutely beautiful experience staying at Mystay. Hosts were incredibly attentive to anything I needed, they were always available to provide great info about nearby spots and prices. While Mawanella in not a main tourist hotspot there are some gorgeous spots to explore if you like nature such as river with waterfalls, several hiking spots and trekking paths through the rainforest, it is an awesome location for nature lovers. Also, it's proximity to Kandy and Elefant sanctuary puts you in a great location to explore surrounding attractions. Hosts were always able to arrange local transport to wherever I needed to go and for amazing (local) price, can't thank them enough. Breakfast was wonderful, home made and super tasty. They also provided fruit and tea for my relaxing time, also plenty of bottled water all the time. Place is very spaceous and comfortable with garden around the house, there is also a lovely erected area, like a treehouse, for you to enjoy, that is surrounded with greenery, a great place to just relax and see some birds etc. All in all, a wonderful family that I'm happy to have met and I'm so thankful for all their help with information and transport. Hope I'll be able to stay there again sometines in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay

Mawanella

Offering inner courtyard views, Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay is an accommodation located in Mawanella, 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 26 km from Kandy railway station.

C
Carlo
From
Italy
The house is gigantic. The host is very nice and helpful with all the information needed. The food, breathtaking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$17.10
1 night, 2 adults

Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala

Pinnawala (Near Mawanella)

Boasting pool views, Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala provides accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a bar, around 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

V
Valentin
From
Poland
A very warm welcome from Anushka and his family. The unique clay house with its unusual shower was very comfortable to stay in. Beautiful plants all around and a pet rabbit added to the charm. The dinner and breakfast were incredibly delicious and traditional. Anushka was always ready to help and give advice. Thank you very much for the wonderful moments!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
US$26.77
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle Village Homestay

Pinnawala (Near Mawanella)

Situated in Pinnawala, 28 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 32 km from Kandy railway station, Jungle Village Homestay features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

K
Kantar Nomas
From
Slovenia
It was one of the best stays in Sri Lanka. In the middle of the jungle. We really loved to stay with family. It was the most authentic staying that we had in Sri Lanka. the kids (2 years and 5 years), are still talking about their home in srilanka in the middle of the jungle, they loved to spend time with grandmom ( she taught them one song, and we must singing every day ) and their tuk tuk driver, which was the best driver at alll srilanka. we recommend to all families to spent time in jungle homestay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel

Rambukkana (Near Mawanella)

Featuring a garden and views of lake, Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in Rambukkana, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

A
Alo salu
From
Estonia
Cheap hotel with nice view, very friendly and helpful hotel workers. We get it very good price to ride,feed and wash elephants
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Yelona

Kegalle (Near Mawanella)

Boasting river views, Hotel Yelona features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 28 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

T
Tim
From
South Africa
What a lovely warm welcome. Dunisha not only runs a wonderfully positioned hotel (right beside a river with wild monkeys passing through each morning) but he cooks too! The food he made for us was personalised, creative and delicious. Very delicious! Our room was very comfortable and anything we wanted he was happy to provide. If we passed through the area again, we'd definitely stay there. Very affordable accommodation and cheap but exceptional dinner. Great value for money!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$10
1 night, 2 adults

Relax Home

Rambukkana (Near Mawanella)

Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

a
a[0986
From
Japan
Gluten free meal available,it's gorgeous breakfast of Hotel I've ever seen. They are so kind!! Wi-Fi level/Excellent Clean,Hot water available. AC is nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Green Land Guest House

Pinnawala (Near Mawanella)

Boasting a garden and views of city, Green Land Guest House is a recently renovated guest house set in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

A
Amarakoon
From
Sri Lanka
Dinner was perfect and the services was execelent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy (Near Mawanella)

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.

G
Giulia
From
Netherlands
We booked quite last minute and arrived in the evening, we were picked up and welcomed with a traditional Sri Lankan meal cooked by the amazing nana Nandi. The rooms are clean and the surroundings beautiful and quiet (apart from the beautiful nature sounds). Sudesh the owner is super helpful and tries to accommodate you in every need (from a Kandy tour, tuktuk service, or help by choosing a taxi driver, to a nice chat with a beer). The family has a lovingly warmth which makes you feel welcomed and at ease. We stayed here with our kids, but I would also recommend it to couples without. The fact that there are (almost) daily cooking classes makes it easy to meet people. To summarize: a recommendation from my heart! We will meet again <3
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Smile Hub Kandy -Youth Hostel-

Kandy (Near Mawanella)

Situated in Kandy with Kandy railway station nearby, Smile Hub Kandy -Youth Hostel- features accommodation with free private parking.

R
Raquel
From
Portugal
This felt like the perfect place to rest in busy Kandy. Even though it’s slightly far from the center, it’s super easy (and cheap) to access by bus or tuktuk. The room was super comfortable, good shower (above average), free laundry (amazing) and a kitchen very well equipped, with some books available as well. Yama is very nice and helpful! Really recommend this place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 759 reviews
Price from
US$16
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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Save money on homestays in Mawanella and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

    Boasting pool views, Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala provides accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a bar, around 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    From US$22.95 per night
  • turusewana rest

    Kegalle
    Budget options available

    Turusewana rest, a property with a garden, is located in Kegalle, 31 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 33 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, as well as 33 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa.

  • The Breeze Pinnawala

    Pinnawala
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Set in Pinnawala and only 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, The Breeze Pinnawala offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Enjoy breakfast in Mawanella and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Situated in Pinnawala, 28 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 32 km from Kandy railway station, Jungle Village Homestay features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of lake, Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in Rambukkana, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    From US$24.42 per night
  • Relax Home

    Rambukkana
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From US$14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    King Elephant, Homestay Pinnawala is a recently renovated homestay in Rambukkana, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

    From US$31.08 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
    We stayed in Mawanella at Mystay for just one night, however we wish we could stay longer! A spacious, comfortable room with multiple areas in the room and outside to relax. Friendly, accommodating host family, made us delicious food, and showed us around town.
    Guest review by
    Matthew
    Young couple