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Boasting a shared lounge and a bar, Journey Junction Hostel is conveniently located in the centre of Nuwara Eliya, 3.2 km from Gregory Lake. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. Great central location, close to all the attractions and restaurants in town. Comfortable stay with clean bathroom and bedroom. Would recommend for people wanting a chilled stay.

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8.8
Fabulous
101 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a desk. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also have mountain views. This place became my definition of a perfect hostel. Its spotless. Definitely the best shower and hot water in all of Sri Lanka

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8.6
Fabulous
139 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Set in Nuwara Eliya, 5 km from Gregory Lake, Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling. I had a wonderful stay there, great hosting, breakfast, and view.

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8.7
Fabulous
168 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Vilona Inn is situated in Dehintalawa, within 36 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 41 km of Kandy railway station. The property is located 42 km from Bogambara Stadium, 42 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 44 km from Ceylon Tea Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 34 km from Gregory Lake.

At the hostel, all rooms include a balcony. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Staff is freindly and Place is clean. Good and Safe for local as well as Foriengers who are visiting Ramboda, or Kothmale side. Located facing hill side as well.

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8.4
Very good
15 reviews
Price from
US$7.02
per night

Laxapana Wilderness Homestay in Norton Bridge provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. We spent very good time at this homestay. Our expectations were over bound. The house owner is a very nice and welcoming person. The rooms are fully decorated and equipped with extra facilities. We will visit again here for their hospitality. Highly recommended homestay for any tourists.

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8.8
Fabulous
21 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, less than 1 km from Gregory Lake, Gregory House Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Attractively located in the Lake Gregory district, this hostel is located 7.2 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen. Great host. Quiet location near gregory lake.

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7.8
Good
612 reviews
Price from
US$11.50
per night

Laughing Leopard Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nuwara Eliya. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features nightclub and luggage storage space. Such a great hostel! Very social. Have a nightly family dinner at a fair price / good priced drinks / bonfire, weather permitting. It was so easy to meet people and the owners were very nice. Also love that there's free water refills.

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7.9
Good
362 reviews
Price from
US$9.93
per night

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, within 3.6 km of Gregory Lake and 11 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Misty Mount Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is less than 1 km from the city centre.

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1 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, 4.1 km from Gregory Lake, Mountain view homestay features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The accommodation offers karaoke and a shared kitchen.

At the hostel, rooms come with a terrace. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower and slippers. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

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7
Good
1 reviews

Esmin's Homestay - Women only features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and BBQ facilities in Hatton. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a water park. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the hostel.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

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FAQs about hostels in Nuwara Eliya District

  • Many families visiting Nuwara Eliya District loved staying at Journey Junction Hostel, Laxapana Wilderness Homestay and PROMAX villa.

  • Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya, PROMAX villa and Journey Junction Hostel are some popular hostels in Nuwara Eliya District.

  • We make it quick and easy to book a hostel in Nuwara Eliya District. Here’s what we offer:

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  • Laxapana Wilderness Homestay, PROMAX villa and Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya have received great reviews from guests in Nuwara Eliya District regarding the views from these hostels

  • Couples travelling in Nuwara Eliya District loved staying at Vilona Inn, Journey Junction Hostel and Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya.

  • Most hostels on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • There are 19 hostels in Nuwara Eliya District you can book on Booking.com.

  • The average price per night for a hostel in Nuwara Eliya District for this weekend is US$10, based on current Booking.com prices.

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