The 10 best homestays in Kandy, Sri Lanka | Booking.com
Skip to main content

Homestays in Kandy

Find the homestays that appeal to you the most

Homestays for every style

Find the right homestay for you in Kandy

The best homestays in Kandy

Check out our selection of great homestays in Kandy

Filter by:

Review score

Terrace Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Featuring free bikes, Terrace Kandy offers accommodations in the center of Kandy. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

C
Carlotta
From
Switzerland
WOW. We booked last minute for just one night, we were lucky to find the Terrace, a small, simple and incredibly peaceful place. The room was clean and spacious, overlooking the valley, good breakfast. Host Ashan is incredibly kind and helpful. Location is a 9 min tuktuk ride from the heart of Kandy (the hotel has one) which is absolutely worth it to enjoy the view and peaceful stay at Terrace Kandy. Thanks again Ashan and everyone who took care of us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
$15.39
1 night, 2 adults

Galkaduwa360 Villa

Kandy

Galkaduwa360 Villa features air-conditioned accommodations in Kandy.

N
Nadeen
From
Sri Lanka
This hotel exceeded my expectations with its exceptional service and warm hospitality. A special thanks to Mr. Perer, the property owner, whose kindness and valuable guidance made our stay in Kandy truly memorable. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful experience exploring the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy

2.7 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens in Kandy, Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS offers accommodations with access to a fitness room.

K
Kaushik
From
India
I had an incredible experience staying here. The host and his family were absolutely amazing—so warm, friendly, and incredibly helpful throughout my stay. They went above and beyond to ensure I felt comfortable and well taken care of. One of the highlights of my stay was the delicious Sri Lankan food they served. Each meal was a delightful culinary journey, full of authentic flavors and prepared with so much care. The rooms were cozy and comfortable, providing the perfect retreat after a day of exploring. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully arranged, making my stay even more enjoyable. Overall, I absolutely loved my time here and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a welcoming, home-like atmosphere with exceptional service and fantastic food. Can’t wait to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
$34
1 night, 2 adults

Namaya Nature

City Centre, Kandy

Namaya Nature is a recently renovated homestay in the center of Kandy providing private parking and soundproof rooms with private terraces.

L
Lakmal
From
Sri Lanka
Our 3-day stay at this villa was truly unforgettable, mainly because of the amazing host, Aunty Thennakoon. From the moment we arrived, she greeted us with love and said, “Stay like your home and walk anywhere.” And honestly, we felt exactly that just like home. She was incredibly kind, helpful, and treated us like her own children. She even let us use her personal kitchen to cook our meals. She prepared a delicious homemade breakfast, beautifully presented and served with love. The place itself is very beautiful and peaceful, surrounded by nature. It was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy quiet moments. The atmosphere was calm and felt very safe. More than just a stay, this was a heartwarming experience. Aunty Thennakoon’s exceptional hospitality made it special. We had lovely conversations with her, just like with a close relative. And created memories we’ll never forget. Thank you so much, Aunty Thennakoon. We will always remember you with love. ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
$24.03
1 night, 2 adults

Kande Home

City Centre, Kandy

Kande Home is a homestay featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kandy.

H
Hazel.Eire
From
New Zealand
The hosts were so lovely and welcoming. The breakfasts and dinner were delicious. They were so helpful with lots of advice on the logistics of our trip. Would absolutely stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
$28.35
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain View

City Centre, Kandy

Just 1.2 miles from Kandy Museum and 1.2 miles from Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre, Mountain View features accommodations in Kandy, with a garden and a shared lounge.

E
Eray
From
Germany
Everything, the owners are wonderful and extremely helpful. The place itself is excellently maintained , highly recommend 💯💯💯
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews
Price from
$12
1 night, 2 adults

Sun Dove Suite

City Centre, Kandy

Sun Dove Suite offers accommodations in Kandy, 3.4 miles from Ceylon Tea Museum and 4.3 miles from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

J
Jodie
From
Australia
Nothing not to like, perfect for a short stay. Friendly owners and staff, clean and comfortable. Even had a needle and thread when I needed to fix a hole in some trousers! Very responsive. Also lovely breakfast and views. Would stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
$33
1 night, 2 adults

Mystique Hideout

Kandy

Mystique Hideout is a recently renovated guest house in Kandy where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

W
Wendy
From
New Zealand
This place is such a gem. Lots of care taken in design and setting. Nice outdoor areas
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews
Price from
$12.96
1 night, 2 adults

SERENE HOME

Kandy

SERENE HOME is a recently renovated homestay in Kandy where guests can make the most of its free bikes and garden. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi.

B
Barn
From
United States
I had an excellent stay at Serene homestay. Sri and his family were very caring and made sure that I was comfortable and had all I needed. The room is spacious with balcony and attached bathroom. Clean and comfortable. Sri picked me up from the station, helped with sightseeing arrangements, train ticket and patiently answered the many questions I had regarding onward travel within Sri Lanka. Breakfast was awesome – a different spread each day – all of which were delicious! I would definitely stay here if I were to visit Kandy again. Thank you, Sri! (and family…you are awesome too!) Hope to see you again sometime in the near future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
$28
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Kandy Homestay

City Centre, Kandy

Hello Kandy Homestay is a homestay featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kandy. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

K
Kenshiro
From
Japan
You gotta meet a host. She is so kind and I’m sure you’ll like her as a person.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
$14
1 night, 2 adults
All homestays in Kandy

Looking for a homestay?

Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Kandy and surrounding area in the past month

See all
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 773 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 901 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 889 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 948 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kandy and nearby

  • Easy Stay

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

    Easy Stay enjoys a location in Kandy, a 19-minute walk from Kandy Museum and 3.4 miles from Ceylon Tea Museum. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    From $40.50 per night
  • 256 Townhouse Rest

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews

    In the heart of Kandy, 256 Townhouse Rest offers rooms with free Wifi.

    From $14.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Misty Clouds Homestay in Kandy provides accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a terrace.

    From $20 per night
  • Janali Homestay

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Janali Homestay provides accommodations in the center of Kandy, a 10-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium and 0.7 miles from Kandy Train Station.

    From $15.54 per night
  • Mcleod-Inn

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 948 reviews

    1.2 miles from Bogambara Stadium in the center of Kandy, Mcleod-Inn features accommodations with access to beauty services.

    From $28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    A 17-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall in the center of Kandy, Kandy Citylights Residence offers accommodations with access to spa facilities, wellness packages, and beauty services.

    From $22 per night
  • Medhani

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from Kandy Train Station and a 13-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Medhani features accommodations in Kandy with a garden.

    From $24.89 per night
  • Sunny Hill Residence

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Sunny Hill Residence in Kandy provides accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From $25.53 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these homestays in Kandy and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

    Charlton Kandy Rest is an affordable property located only 0.6 mi from Kandy Railway Station and Kandy Bus Station.

    From $13 per night
  • Orchard Home

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

    Orchard Home offers accommodations in Kandy, a 17-minute walk from Kandy Museum and 3.2 miles from Ceylon Tea Museum. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the homestay free of charge.

    From $31.08 per night
  • Dream Inn

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Bogambara Stadium and half a mile from Kandy Train Station, Dream Inn features accommodations in Kandy with a garden.

    From $19.98 per night
  • Kandy Railway Inn

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Kandy Railway Inn enjoys a location in Kandy, a 17-minute walk from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 2.6 miles from Ceylon Tea Museum.

    From $17.98 per night
  • Y&Y Residence

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Just a 15-minute walk from Kandy Train Station and 700 yards from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Y&Y Residence features accommodations in Kandy with a garden.

    From $53.10 per night
  • Lilly Rooms

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Lilly Rooms in Kandy provides accommodations with free Wifi a 15-minute walk from Kandy Train Station, 700 yards from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, and a 12-minute walk from Kandy Museum.

    From $19.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Grand Infinite Home Stay in Kandy features accommodations and a terrace. Both free Wifi and private parking are accessible at the homestay free of charge.

    From $38.85 per night
  • Sesatha lake Kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews

    Sesatha lake Kandy is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kandy. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

    From $34 per night

Save money on homestays in Kandy and nearby – budget options available

  • Windy Ridge Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

    Just a 16-minute walk from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 0.9 miles from Bogambara Stadium, Windy Ridge Kandy features accommodations in Kandy, with a garden.

    From $67.28 per night
  • The Next Door

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    The Next Door is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Kandy, 1.1 miles from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.3 miles from Bogambara Stadium.

    From $75.48 per night
  • St Bridget's Country Bungalow

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews

    Offering a garden and a terrace, St Bridget's Country Bungalow in Kandy is close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and Bogambara Stadium.

    From $50 per night
  • Highest View

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 709 reviews

    Just one mile from Kandy Museum and a 8-minute walk from Kandy View Point, Highest View features accommodations in Kandy, with a shared lounge.

    From $33 per night
  • Marvel Hills Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

    Located in Kandy, Marvel Hills Kandy features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. In room facilities include hot water, TV, air conditioning, WiFi, tea & coffee facility free of charge.

    From $56.56 per night
  • The Residence

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Just 1.2 miles from Bogambara Stadium and one mile from Kandy Museum, The Residence features accommodations in Kandy, with a garden and a shared lounge.

    From $66.60 per night
  • Hansons Homestay

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

    Just one mile from Sri Dalada Maligawa and 1.1 miles from Kandy Museum, Hansons Homestay features accommodations in Kandy with a garden.

    From $67.60 per night
  • Blinkbonnie Inn

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews

    Blinkbonnie Inn provides accommodations with private balconies in the center of Kandy.

    From $32 per night

FAQ about homestays in Kandy

Homestays That Guests Love in Kandy

See all
  • Avg. price/night: $17.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 773 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: $19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 274 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 953 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: $20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 75 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 391 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 948 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 953 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