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Kandy Backpackers Hostel, Kandy

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  • 117/4C, Ampitiya Road, Kandy, 20160 Kandy, Sri Lanka - View on map
8.0 /10
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Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hostel
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Nestled just a kilometer away from the serene Kandy lake and a quick 2 km from the hustle of Kandy's city center, Kandy Back Packer's Hostel is a cozy haven for travelers. With fully air-conditioned rooms ranging from private suites with ensuite bathrooms and mountain view balconies to standard double rooms sharing bathrooms and mixed or female dormitories, there’s something for everyone. You'll also enjoy reliable, free WiFi and private parking, plus cool communal spaces like a lounge, rooftop terrace, a small library, a shared kitchen, and a year-round outdoor pool.

Every evening, the friendly hostel team organizes a fun cookery class for those interested, and serves up a delightful Sri Lankan-style vegetarian dinner in the rooftop kitchen and open dining area. It’s a great setting to mingle, share stories, and meet fellow adventurers from around the globe. Plus, they offer breakfast, tea, and coffee to kickstart your day! Need help with travel arrangements? They’ve got your back with scooter/car rentals and airport shuttles.

Conveniently, Kandy Back Packer's Hostel is about 2 km from the city center, Kandy railway station, and the main bus station. A leisurely 20-minute stroll will take you to the famous Buddhist Tooth Relic Temple, and if you're up for exploring, the beautiful Mahaveli River is just 5 km away, while the stunning Royal Botanical Garden in Peradeniya is 7 km. The nearest airport, Bandaranaike, is about 83 km from the hostel.

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Rooms at Kandy Backpackers Hostel

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Free Local Cooking Experience

Room standards
  • air conditioning,
  • tumble dryer (for clothes),
  • private pool with a view (with room/suite),
  • travel adapter,
  • washing machine,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • clothes rack,
  • seating area,
  • tile/marble flooring,
  • private entrance,
  • bedside socket,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • cleaning supplies (e.g., for kitchenette),
  • waste bin,
  • iron
Sanitary facilities
  • shared bathroom (outside the room),
  • toilet,
  • shower
Dining & bars
  • dishwasher,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • dining area,
  • barbecue grill,
  • refrigerator,
  • kitchenette,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • electric kettle,
  • full kitchen,
  • toaster,
  • dining table,
  • kitchenware,
  • wine glasses
Paid extra services
  • wake-up service,
  • key access,
  • executive lounge access (depending on room type),
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • bed linen
Location & local attractions
  • landmark view,
  • garden view,
  • terrace
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
  • bed privacy curtain (in shared rooms)

This bed in dormitory has a soundproofing, garden view and kitchenware.

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Amenities at Kandy Backpackers Hostel

General property information General property information

parking available, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area, wi-fi throughout the property

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

local culture tours or classes, on-site cooking classes

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

on-site restaurant, barbecue facilities, take-away lunches, special dietary menus (on request), grocery delivery service, child-friendly buffet, on-site coffee shop

Pools, spa & wellness Pools, spa & wellness

year-round outdoor pool, sunbeds and beach chairs, fitness activities, main swimming pool, general swimming pool access

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

convenient airport shuttle, on-site car rental, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), on-street parking, local public transport passes, disabled-access parking, airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off, general shuttle transport

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

24/7 front desk, quick check-in/check-out, excursion booking desk, baggage hold, individual check-in/check-out, secure lockers

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

access to hotel garden, outdoor terrace area, rooftop sun deck, communal kitchen facilities, patio/outdoor seating, communal outdoor fireplace

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

scheduled evening entertainment

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service, efficient ironing service, regular daily housekeeping

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, noise-reducing/soundproofed rooms, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone, exclusively for adults

Property safety & security Property safety & security

in-room safety deposit box, round-the-clock security personnel, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Security systems Security systems

staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! Free parking is provided on site with options for private and street parking, as well as accessible parking spaces.

Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 14:00 hours

Check-out

Until 11:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

Languages spoken
 
Contact methods
☎ telephone
@ E-mail

Location and nearby attractions

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, guests have access to the Internet.
Use the GPS coordinates: 7.293112, 80.635124 to reach the destination.
We offer various accommodation options depending on availability. Please check our website for more details.

  • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Free Local Cooking Experience
Yes, the property is often chosen by families.
Yes, the property offers various dining options. See the Amenities tab.
Yes, guests staying at Kandy Backpackers Hostel can use our private parking area.
Yes, a restaurant is available on-site for our guests.
Yes, our reception desk is open 24 hours a day.
Yes, we organize cooking classes and workshops for our guests.
Yes, we provide all of our guests with Internet access.

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