About

Welcome to 281 Kandy City Hostel, where we treat our guests like family! Choose from a variety of comfortable room options: a 14-bed mixed dormitory, 5 private twin rooms with shared bathrooms, and 3 twin rooms with attached bathrooms.

We provide free towels, soap, and toilet paper, as well as a fully equipped pantry with a refrigerator for your cooking needs. Our reception is ready to help you plan your round trips with free advice every night. We also have a hostel vehicle and tuk-tuks available for day tours at reasonable prices, and we can arrange group tours and drop-off services to any city.

Conveniently located just a short walk from the main bus and railway stations, we offer free WiFi and a selection of local beers at great prices. Our friendly staff is always available to assist with day tours and taxi arrangements.

For added luxury, consider our double rooms with city views, featuring stunning panoramas, private bathrooms, air conditioning, and writing tables. Our budget-friendly 13-bed mixed dormitory includes modern shared bathrooms and security lockers.

At 281 Kandy City Hostel, we strive to make your stay enjoyable and comfortable. Experience true Sri Lankan hospitality with us!

1. Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival.
2. Check in from 11:00 to 23:00.
3. Check out before 11:00 am.
4. Payment upon arrival by cash only.
5. Reception working hours: 24 hours.
6. No age restriction.
7. Taxes included.
8. Breakfast not included.
9. No pets.

House Rules

Check In

11:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Adaptors
  • Coworking Space
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

8.3Fabulous(224)
  • Value for Money
    8.4
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    6.4
  • Cleanliness
    8.4
  • Staff
    8.4
  • Location
    8.4
  • Facilities
    8.0
Summary of traveller reviews

281 Kandy City Hostel offers a central location, perfect for travellers exploring Kandy. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, and the property is noted for its cleanliness. While some mention a lack of social atmosphere, it's considered a good base for short stays, especially for those catching the train to Ella.

Stayed in Jun 2026
4.0
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Silvia
Female, 31-40, Italy
We arrived and they told us that they didn’t have our booking. Then they said the dorm was closed so we could just get the private rooms for a higher cost. There was nobody there, felt very disappointed as from the reviews it looked like a social and nice hostel.
Stayed in Mar 2026
9.4
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Shani
Female, 18-24, Israel
The hostel is super nice and quiet for if you wanna be in the city and experience but still be able to relax. The kitchen and sowers are really good and bad very comfy:) The workers are the nicest and helpful and try to help you figure out what to do in the city ❤️
Stayed in Jan 2026
10
C
CHATURANGA
Male, 25-30, Sri Lanka
It was a good hostel!! Also it was my first one so definitely would stay again 10/10
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Location

281,Peradeniya Road, Kandy, Kandy, Sri Lanka
1.1km from city centre