The 4 Best Hostels in Kandy

If you go to Sri Lanka, you need to make a stop in Kandy, it’s the second largest city in the country, it’s located around hills and it’s very different compared to Colombo. Surrounded by tea plantations, you will definitely like this place that has a lof of history and culture to share, here we present you the best hostel in Kandy:

1. Kandy Back Packer’s Hostel

• Price: 8 to 10 Euro
• Location: 117/4C Ampitiya Rd, Kandy
• Does it have hostel vibe? Yes, very social place and they also offer a free family dinner upstairs.
• Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Wi-Fi is available but the speed is not the best, good enough for remote working.
• Is the breakfast included? Yes!

Kandy Back Packer’s Hostel is an ideal stop if it’s your first time in Kandy, location is great and you will also be able to meet a lot of people, they also offer a free cooking class so make sure you don’t miss it!

2. Banana Bunks Kandy

• Price: 20 to 25 Euro
• Location: 139/1 Aniwatta Circular Rd, Kandy
• Does it have hostel vibe? Yes, it’s true that the price is a bit high for a hostel but makes sense because everything is clean and neat, it’s a mix of a hotel with hostel vibes.
• Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, connection is steady and good for remote working.
• Is the breakfast included? Not included.

It’s a fancy hostel, everything works and the staff is very welcoming and helpful, however if you want to save money, maybe it’s not the best choice for you, but don’t worry because there are many options in Kandy!

3. Funk Bunks – By The Lake

• Price: 9 to 11 Euro
• Location: 203 Rajapihilla Terrace, Kandy
• Does it have hostel vibe?Yes, the fact that it includes a free breakfast and family dinner forces you to socialize with other guests, which is always good in a hostel.
• Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, it’s a decent connection, enough for remote working.
• Is the breakfast included? Yes, also dinner included, both with vegetarian options.

4. 281 Kandy City Hostel

• Price: 8 to 12 Euro
• Location: 281 Peradeniya Rd, Kandy
• Does it have hostel vibe? Yes, there’s less people staying here compared to other hostels but it definitely has the vibe.
• Does it have good Wi-Fi connection? Yes, speed is alright but not the best.
• Is the breakfast included? No.