Kandy Backpackers Hostel

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9.4

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom + Free Local Cooking Experience
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Max adults: 2
Bed: 1 double bed
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Half board included
We have 2 left
US$19 per night
Price US$57
US$29 per night
Price US$87
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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1 × 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Max adults: 1
Beds: 4 bunk beds x 4
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US$10 per night
Price US$30

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Kandy Backpackers Hostel in Kandy offers adults-only accommodation with a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves halal brunch and dinner with Chinese, British, Indian, Malaysian, Seafood, Thai, Asian, European, and barbecue grill cuisines. Guests can enjoy meals in a traditional, modern, or romantic ambience. Amenities and Services: The hostel features a fitness room, outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, and free on-site parking. Additional services include a tour desk, luggage storage, and bicycle hire. Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base is 22 km away.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site

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Double Room with Ensuite Bathroom and Shared Balcony + Free Local Cooking Experience
We have 2 left
  • 1 double bed
180 feet²
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Balcony
Garden view
Pool view
Mountain view
Landmark view
Pool with a view
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Soundproofing
Barbecue
Terrace
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • Refrigerator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wake-up service
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tumble dryer
  • Toaster
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max adults: 2
US$22 per night
Price US$66
  • Breakfast & dinner included
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Price US$59
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Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom + Free Local Cooking Experience
We have 2 left
  • 1 double bed
180 feet²
Private kitchen
Balcony
Garden view
Pool view
Landmark view
Pool with a view
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Soundproofing
Barbecue
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$19 per night
Price US$57
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Price US$54
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • No credit card needed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Free Local Cooking Experience
  • 1 bunk bed
180 feet²
Private kitchen
Garden view
Landmark view
Pool with a view
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Soundproofing
Barbecue
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Price US$30
  • Breakfast & dinner included
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Free Local Cooking Experience
  • 1 bunk bed
180 feet²
Private kitchen
Garden view
Landmark view
Pool with a view
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Soundproofing
Barbecue
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Price US$30
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
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4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 4 bunk beds
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Price US$30
  • Breakfast & dinner included
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Guests who stayed here loved

Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were all really friendly, my favourite was DJ 😍 Baba was a fantastic driver and put in 2 really long days, taking me to all the things I wanted to see 😀 Thankyou 🙏🏻”
Yuval
Israel Israel
“It was great! The people were very friendly and the dog DJ was the best! We had a cooking lesson and it was a cool social hostel”
Frederikke
Denmark Denmark
“Super friendly and helpful staff. They cleaned the pool every morning for us and was very helpful with all of our questions. Furthermore the cooking class was cozy and informative with delicious food ofc.”
Ayse
Italy Italy
“We really enjoyed our stay and learned lots during the cooking class!”
Femke
Netherlands Netherlands
“One of the best hostels I've stayed at in Sri Lanka! Such a nice family vibe. The dinners are amazing. There is a pool!! You can easily walk to the city centre (or take the local bus). I loved exploring Kandy from this place. The family running...”
Barbara
Austria Austria
“Very nice staff, super coolong classes, nice pool (could only be a bit cleaner), double room comfortable with a/c.”
Camille
France France
“A little out of the city center, so the area is pretty quiet. Spent 4 nights in the female dorms. Bed was comfortable. Bedsheets seemed clean. Good AC. Bathrooms are quite clean. Cooking classes were very fun and interesting to learn about the...”
Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The family here, and their staff, are the kindest people we gave met on our travels! The rooms are great, good AC, hot shower, comfortable beds. The other travellers here were super nice too. I highly recommend this hostel! But my favourite part...”
Timea
Slovakia Slovakia
“great place to meet other travellers! Our room was clean and we really enjoyed the free cooking class. would definitely stay again!”
Maria
India India
“I had only dinner. It was very good. That friendly, helpful pleasant attitude of the receptionist put me at ease because of that little problem l had. I liked that friendly, helpful, patient young lad who took me around Kandy. How l wish l had...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Spice &amp; Hurb Retourent
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • British • Indian • Malaysian • Seafood • Thai • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Brunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal

House rules

Kandy Backpackers Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.