What's the best hostel in Nuwara Eliya?

If you're looking for the best hostels in Nuwara Eliya then our travellers have helped us pick some of the most popular choices with their reviews. We recommend checking out Laughing Leopard Hostel with it's review score of 9.8 and the Superb rated Leisure Nest Hostel as top picks for Nuwara Eliya.

How much is a hostel in Nuwara Eliya per night?

Based on average prices of Hostels in Nuwara Eliya, you can expect to pay around £5 per night during non peak periods to stay in hostels in the city. (Average prices taken from sample hostel nightly costs in Nuwara Eliya 2025 - Prices are subject to change)

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Hostels In Nuwara Eliya

4 Hostels in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

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Laughing Leopard Hostel

8.1Fabulous(617)

Hostel- 1.85km from city centre

Offering a fresh approach to affordable accommodation in chilled out Nuwara Eliya, Laughing Leopard Hostel is ideal for intrepid travelers to Sri Lanka who don't want to compromise on creature comforts, atmosphere, cleanliness, and quality.

€12.91

€6.75

Hostel- 1.83km from city centre

Located in Nuwara Eliya, Promax Villa is within 2.6 km of Gregory Lake and 9.4 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden.

€6.43

€7.71

Hostel- 0.59km from city centre

Gregory House in Nuwara Eliya is a perfect place to rest and wind down, with plenty of outdoor areas.

€0.02

€0.02

Hostel- 0.91km from city centre

House of Leisure in Nuwara Eliya is 1.5 km away from Victoria Park.

Privates From

€13.73

Dorms From

€12.03

About Nuwara Eliya

7.0Very Good(2 Reviews)

Activities

8.0

Eating out

7.0

Shopping

8.0

Chilling out

7.0

Transport

6.0

Sightseeing

10.0

Culture

8.0

Nightlife

4.0

Value for Money

5.0

About Nuwara Eliya

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