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Located in the heart of Kandy City, Villa 49 is 1 km from the famous Temple of Tooth. Its restaurant serves local and Western dishes. Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided.

We loved the warmth of the property. The host was very kind and served us a great dinner and breakfast. Would recommend this property for sure.
Review score
9.0
Superb
204 reviews
Price from
£43.27
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a garden, Jaye's Homestay is located in Kandy in the Kandy District region, 1.4 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

We only stayed for a night but this Homestay had everything we needed. Check-in was smooth, the room was clean and spacious with good views. Shower had better pressure than ours at home! WiFi and aircon worked well. The breakfast comes at a small cost but was plentiful and delicious. Really enjoyed chatting with Jaye, he was a wonderful host. Location was only a 5-10 minute walk to Kandy but we preferred staying away from the noise of the city centre. Highly recommend staying here
Review score
9.4
Superb
897 reviews
Price from
£29.79
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting mountain views, Mount Haven provides accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge, around 2.4 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Great hospitality from the host.
Review score
9.1
Superb
543 reviews
Price from
£22.66
1 night, 2 adults

Located within 2.8 km of Kandy railway station and 3.5 km of Bogambara Stadium in Kandy, Feel Home offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

Very clean accomodation, attention to details and a super friendly host. If you’re visiting Kandy, this is thé place we’d recommend. Thank you Fazly!
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
527 reviews
Price from
£43.12
1 night, 2 adults

Hanthana Jungle View Holiday Home is located just 1.8 km from the famous Bogambara Stadium and 2.1 km from the Kandy Railway Station. Free WiFi access is available.

The owners were really kind and helpful. Fabulous location up above the town, surrounded by exotic trees and flowers. The food was excellent too. Would highly recommend
Review score
9.0
Superb
756 reviews
Price from
£14.89
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a fitness centre, garden and views of lake, Rivora Residence is located in Kandy, 4.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Room size was good and the breakfast was yummy too. We had a great time.
Review score
9.0
Superb
481 reviews
Price from
£53.92
1 night, 2 adults

Offering a garden and mountain view, The Tenthola is located in Kandy, 3.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.5 km from Bogambara Stadium.

The view from the balcony was amazing. Only sounds of the jungle. The staff is so friendly, they will help you with everything you need. We travel with a 1,5 year old girl and she also fell in love with the accommodation.
Review score
9.3
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
£50.60
1 night, 2 adults

Offering free WiFi and a terrace, Villa Arunalu Kandy is situated in Kandy, 3.1 km from Lakeside Adventist Hospital. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.7 km away. Free private parking is available on site.

Our stay in Villa Arunalu was one of pure joy. Its not just an accomodation (fantastic), view from the balcony (stunning), breakfast and dinner (one of the best in the country) - its a whole package including amazing family which runs the place, their obvious passion for what they do, genuine interest in people and sincere desire to help you all the time. We had the most interesting conversations and learned a lot about local medicinal plants. Thank you for the soursop fruit, guys! It was delicios. Keep up with your amazing work! We recommend this place wholeheartedly!
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
191 reviews
Price from
£50.95
1 night, 2 adults

Offering a garden and mountain view, Villa Mount Melody is situated in Kandy, 2.8 km from Kandy railway station and 2.9 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

Friendly location and friendly staff.
Review score
9.2
Superb
354 reviews
Price from
£31.33
1 night, 2 adults

De Paris à Kandy is set in Kandy and has a pool with a view and pool views. The property features garden and city views, and is 1.1 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

Serene is an understatement for the view. The pool side is impeccable and extremely clean. Enjoyed our day and night coffee sessions at the pool. The villa has a kitchen and lounge area, well equipped with all staples. Ajith hosted us to a comfortable stay. He is a one man army, a very kind and hardworking man. Served us appetising breakfast. See you soon Ajith and De Paris á Kandy!
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
190 reviews
Price from
£37.08
1 night, 2 adults
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    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 166 reviews

    Set within 2.9 km of Kandy railway station and 2.9 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Secret Heaven Kandy offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

    Guest review
    Beautiful place, great host and peaceful, clean locality
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 253 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Cute little guesthouse. Great interior design. Good breakfast. Everything was fine. Thank you!
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    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 204 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Nice and clean, beautiful view. The staff is super friendly and helpful.
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    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 401 reviews

    Situated within 1.8 km of Kandy railway station and 1.9 km of Bogambara Stadium in Kandy, Kandy Tree Tops provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Very nice place, nice decorated, room very good , breakfast very good,
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 210 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the centre of Kandy, Chandi Mahal HomeStay is a recently renovated homestay, which provides free WiFi, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    Nice place and especially the owner of the hotel. Kindness and hospitality
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 114 reviews

    In a central area of Kandy, located within a short distance of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and Sri Dalada Maligawa, Hansons Homestay offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such...

    Guest review
    Everything present was excellent, it should be kept up
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 190 reviews

    De Paris à Kandy is set in Kandy and has a pool with a view and pool views. The property features garden and city views, and is 1.1 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    Guest review
    Wonderful place and family, awesome breakfasts. A true oasis in Kandy.
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 354 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Villa Mount Melody is situated in Kandy, 2.8 km from Kandy railway station and 2.9 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Amazing and very clean place! Much recommended!!!!!!

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  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 277 reviews

    With mountain views, Remli Villa is situated in Kandy and has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. This property offers access to a terrace, darts, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Very good place to stay with AC. Hot shower and breakfast included.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 481 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, garden and views of lake, Rivora Residence is located in Kandy, 4.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Fantastic property, very comfortable and awesome staff!
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 141 reviews

    Set in Kandy, 2.5 km from the botanical garden .Chaminrich features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

    Guest review
    The host was amazing, made us a sandwich on aria al, nothing was too much trouble.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 450 reviews

    Beauty Hills is a recently renovated homestay in the centre of Kandy, 4.1 km from Bogambara Stadium and 4.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Everything was perfect. We had such a wonderful stay!
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 102 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, The Tenthola is located in Kandy, 3.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.5 km from Bogambara Stadium.

    Guest review
    Great location just outside Kandy. Spectacular view
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 191 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and a terrace, Villa Arunalu Kandy is situated in Kandy, 3.1 km from Lakeside Adventist Hospital. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 3.7 km away. Free private parking is available on site.

    Guest review
    Beautiful location with wonderful panorama Super lovely people and hosting
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 149 reviews

    Wake up in a traditional home located just 4.5km away from the noisy city, 5km from the Temple of the Tooth Relic ( Sri Dalada Maligawa).

    Guest review
    Amazing aesthetic, warm and friendly owners, cozy.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 204 reviews

    Located in the heart of Kandy City, Villa 49 is 1 km from the famous Temple of Tooth. Its restaurant serves local and Western dishes. Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided.

    Guest review
    Amazing host and stay, thank you. Would stay again if we come back to Kandy!

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Kandy

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 2 reviews

    Set 2.2 km from Bogambara Stadium and 2.4 km from Kandy railway station in the centre of Kandy, Green City View offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 26 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Tranquil Quarter is situated in Kandy. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    It is really amazing place. Excellent and Very friendly staff , value for money. i think it is the best place. Highly recommend
  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Located within 2.3 km of Kandy railway station and 3 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Knight's Heaven offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 86 reviews

    Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, Kande Homestay 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.

    Guest review
    The property was in a beautiful quiet area and very clean
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 527 reviews

    Located within 2.8 km of Kandy railway station and 3.5 km of Bogambara Stadium in Kandy, Feel Home offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

    Guest review
    The host is amazing!!! Would recommend to everyone.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 8 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Hermitage Villa is located in Kandy, 5.6 km from Bogambara Stadium and 5.7 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Absolutely beautiful villa. Very luxurious for a good price. Siyam and his son are really lovely and helpful. Thank you 😊❤️
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 353 reviews

    Offering lake views, Sun Dove Suite is an accommodation set in Kandy, 1.8 km from Kandy railway station and 1.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Lovely views, friendly owners, great breakfast, very nice room
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 29 reviews

    Set in Kandy, 2.4 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 2.7 km from Bogambara Stadium, Cielo Residence offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Host family is very friendly and they treated us nicely and made us feel safe during our stay.
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 628 reviews

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

    Guest review
    Very clean, great facilities, great location. Yama is the man!
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 4 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, The Jesmine Homestay offers accommodation with a balcony, around 4.7 km from Kandy railway station.

  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 15 reviews

    A good location for a relaxing stay in Kandy, Victoria House by Srilanka Tripper is a homestay surrounded by views of the lake.

    Guest review
    nice environment cool place to stay relax, like home
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 897 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Jaye's Homestay is located in Kandy in the Kandy District region, 1.4 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Friendly, efficient, comfy beds, walkable into city.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 54 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Kandy, OneView Chalet is a recently renovated guest house, which provides free WiFi, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    The most amazing hosts.. So kind, helped with everything I needed. Could not have been better
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 251 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Kandy, Easy Stay offers a continental breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Lovely clean modern room. Well furnished and excellent attention to detail.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 111 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.

    Guest review
    Our host was a pleasure Very sweet The view is also great
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 14 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Kandy, Urban Garden Vacation Rental is a recently renovated guest house, which offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    Clean and peaceful location close to the city center. Worth the money.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 93 reviews

    Situated within 3 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 3.8 km of Kandy railway station, Sky Edge Homestay features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

    Guest review
    The kindest host and clean room with the best view!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 69 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.

    Guest review
    Very modern and clean rooms, comfortable bed, good location, friendly family, privacy.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 478 reviews

    Located in Kandy, 2.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Villa Rosa offers accommodation with an infinity pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Lovely rooms and view, very friendly helpful service
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 3 reviews

    Set in the centre of Kandy within 4.8 km from Bogambara Stadium and 4.9 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, KOON COTTAGE offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 18 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Sunny Hill Residence is located in Kandy, 2.1 km from Kandy railway station and 1.5 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Very beautiful place close to the city center with a wonderful staff. Worth for money spent. View from the balcony is marvelous.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 50 reviews

    Set in Kandy, near Kandy railway station, Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and Kandy Museum, Upali's Place features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden.

    Guest review
    Very clean and nice place.i recommend this place for all locals and foreigners.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 12 reviews

    Set just 5.9 km from Bogambara Stadium, Hasthi homestay offers accommodation in Kandy with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Guest review
    if you like peace and quiet and at the same time 10 minutes by scooter or 15 minutes by bus to Kandy
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 244 reviews

    Located 600 metres from the centre of Kandy, 1.1 km from Bogambara Stadium, Cozy Homestay Kandy provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, a garden and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Very friendly host Nice, modernstyle and clean bathroom with great shower.
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 128 reviews

    Lady Gordons Homestay provides accommodation located 1.7 km from the centre of Kandy and features a garden and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Lovely family,very helpful and location was great.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 25 reviews

    Located in the centre of Kandy, just less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 17-minute walk from Kandy railway station, The Ten Stay provides accommodation with mountain views and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Modern clean room. Great shower - powerful and nice hot water. Quiet location.
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 756 reviews

    Hanthana Jungle View Holiday Home is located just 1.8 km from the famous Bogambara Stadium and 2.1 km from the Kandy Railway Station. Free WiFi access is available.

    Guest review
    Very kind people they take after you. Nice persons
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 150 reviews

    Located 1.5 km from Kandy railway station, H S Home Stay offers accommodation with a balcony. Featuring mountain and city views, this homestay also provides guests with free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Such a nice place! The owner is the best and will help you with everything!

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  • Avg. price/night: £17.40
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 628 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: £14.89
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 247 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: £162.80
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 562 reviews
    Stunning views overlooking Kandy, 2.5km up the hill so away from the noise, easy Tuk Tuk ride. Quiet and tranquil atmosphere with breeze flowing through all communal spaces, spotlessly clean and recently built as a private home so only 4 rooms all with panoramic view.
    Guest review by
    Anna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £10.97
    Review score
    7.9
    Good · 12 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
  • Avg. price/night: £35.67
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 897 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: £15.68
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 56 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: £34.49
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 354 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
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 517 reviews
    We had a lovely night here. We really enjoyed the comfortable rooms, the lovely host family and Ollie the dog! We had breakfast and dinner and both were delicious! Thank you for a lovely stay!
    Guest review by
    adele
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £21.95
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 821 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
  • Avg. price/night: £35.67
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 897 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

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