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Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala

Pinnawala

Boasting pool views, Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala provides accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a bar, around 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

V
Valentin
From
Poland
A very warm welcome from Anushka and his family. The unique clay house with its unusual shower was very comfortable to stay in. Beautiful plants all around and a pet rabbit added to the charm. The dinner and breakfast were incredibly delicious and traditional. Anushka was always ready to help and give advice. Thank you very much for the wonderful moments!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
US$22.95
1 night, 2 adults

Green Land Guest House

Pinnawala

Boasting a garden and views of city, Green Land Guest House is a recently renovated guest house set in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

A
Amarakoon
From
Sri Lanka
Dinner was perfect and the services was execelent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Mystay

Mawanella (Near Pinnawala)

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

L
Lovre
From
United Kingdom
I had an absoulutely beautiful experience staying at Mystay. Hosts were incredibly attentive to anything I needed, they were always available to provide great info about nearby spots and prices. While Mawanella in not a main tourist hotspot there are some gorgeous spots to explore if you like nature such as river with waterfalls, several hiking spots and trekking paths through the rainforest, it is an awesome location for nature lovers. Also, it's proximity to Kandy and Elefant sanctuary puts you in a great location to explore surrounding attractions. Hosts were always able to arrange local transport to wherever I needed to go and for amazing (local) price, can't thank them enough. Breakfast was wonderful, home made and super tasty. They also provided fruit and tea for my relaxing time, also plenty of bottled water all the time. Place is very spaceous and comfortable with garden around the house, there is also a lovely erected area, like a treehouse, for you to enjoy, that is surrounded with greenery, a great place to just relax and see some birds etc. All in all, a wonderful family that I'm happy to have met and I'm so thankful for all their help with information and transport. Hope I'll be able to stay there again sometines in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Basilico Homestay

Kegalle (Near Pinnawala)

Situated within 33 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 38 km of Kandy railway station in Kegalle, Basilico Homestay offers accommodation with seating area.

T
Tharusha
From
Italy
Room was really comfortable and very clean bathroom . Had everything we need. The owner is really kind and helpful. Location is close to the city also very calm and quit place. Best place to stay .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Relax Home

Rambukkana (Near Pinnawala)

Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

a
a[0986
From
Japan
Gluten free meal available,it's gorgeous breakfast of Hotel I've ever seen. They are so kind!! Wi-Fi level/Excellent Clean,Hot water available. AC is nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Kobbekaduwa Bungalow

Kandy (Near Pinnawala)

Situated 8.9 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Kobbekaduwa Bungalow offers accommodation with a patio, as well as an infinity pool and a garden.

H
Hannah
From
United Kingdom
The most stunning views in Kandy! Don’t let the stairs to the hotel put you off - the staff are incredibly helpful and will carry all your bags up for you. You’ll be rewarded by the most spectacular vista. Kobbekaduwa Bungalow is such a peaceful get away from the busyness of central Kandy and a great place to relax after a day seeing the sights. The food is absolutely delicious with options to have truly traditional Sri Lankan breakfasts, lunches and dinners! The best breakfast we’ve had while in Sri Lanka! The staff are really helpful and kind. 100% recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
US$76.80
1 night, 2 adults

New Toropi Homestay

Gadaladeniya (Near Pinnawala)

Featuring mountain views, New Toropi Homestay provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 8.5 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

D
David
From
Germany
It was the best homestay / hostel on our trip. Everything was available. Kitchen, terasse, dining area, big rooms, very good and affordable food. Hosts were amazingly friendly and helpful. Would always come back and stay much longer next time!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
US$12.74
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy (Near Pinnawala)

Situated within 4.4 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.2 km of Ceylon Tea Museum, Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

K
Kamila
From
Austria
This guesthouse is an absolute gem. My room was very clean, beautifully decorated, and had a lovely private outdoor seating area. Breakfasts were a feast! Delicious Sri Lankan dishes kept appearing on the table, and any other time of the day the family kept offering me some tea. One of the highlights of my stay was the cooking class with Sudesh’s mom. I heard great things about in the reviews and I'm so glad I decided to do it as well. It was a great experience and everything we cooked was absolutely delicious! The location, while a little off the beaten track, offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. While getting an Uber or PickMe can sometimes be a bit tricky due to its more remote location, the family arranged transportation for me whenever needed. What truly sets this guesthouse apart is the incredible family who runs it. They were all simply amazing, going above and beyond to ensure my stay was perfect. I honestly can't recommend this guesthouse enough. It's the perfect place to experience true Sri Lankan hospitality, enjoy delicious food, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Kandy region.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Hideaway Homestay kandy

Haloluwa (Near Pinnawala)

Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Hideaway Homestay kandy is a recently renovated homestay situated in Haloluwa, 5.2 km from Kandy railway station.

S
Samuel
From
Switzerland
The warm welcome from Kosala and Vipul has been the highlight of our stay. They really made us feel at home. As we arrived, they were two strangers, but as we left, they were to very good friends to us. They were very helpful with everything, answered all our questions, and Kosala's cooking was always delicious. They were always keen on making sure we were satisfied with everything. The room and bathroom were both very clean and confortable. The bed was also very comfortable. We also really enjoyed the big terrace with table and chair which allowed us to regularly relax, eat and/or work on our computers. The place is situated about 15min drive from the main center but this allows for a very calm and quiet place. Kosala and Vipul's english is very good which allowed for really great exchanges.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults

The Comfort

Kandy (Near Pinnawala)

Boasting mountain views, The Comfort provides accommodation with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, around 2.7 km from Kandy railway station.

N
Nipun
From
Bangladesh
Our stay at The Comfort was truly special thanks to the wonderful hosts, Kushana and Purnima. Kushana went out of his way to make us feel at home — picking us up from the railway station, dropping us off at the bus station when we left, and even taking us to visit several tourist spots around Kandy. He stayed in touch with us even after we left, which shows just how much he cares about his guests. Purnima is an incredible cook — she prepared delicious breakfasts and one of the best dinners we had during our entire trip to Sri Lanka. We will truly miss both of them, and of course their adorable dog, Bella! Thank you so much for everything.#coupleexploration
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of lake, Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in Rambukkana, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    From US$24.42 per night
  • Diyagal Villa

    Kolongalla
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Kolongalla in the Kegalle District region and Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens reachable within 33 km, Diyagal Villa provides accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, an open-air...

    From US$19.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    King Elephant, Homestay Pinnawala is a recently renovated homestay in Rambukkana, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

  • Relax Home

    Rambukkana
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From US$14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay is an accommodation located in Mawanella, 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 26 km from Kandy railway station.

    From US$19 per night
  • Mystay

    Mawanella
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$41.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Couldn't recommend enough. This is a wonderful Home Stay with the most welcoming family. We felt right at home. We were welcomed with tea and the onsite bar was a lovely touch. The host was so helpful and would be a great guide for any tourist experiences. The chalet had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We had breakfast dinner and part took in a cooking class. Wonderful time, wonderful family. Must stay
    Guest review by
    Clara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$41.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Discover the hidden gems of Mawanella through the warm hospitality of Anushka and his lovely family at their enchanting homestay 🌿 This place is so wonderful I extended my stay and will definitely be back! Everything was perfect, the food was delicious, the hospitality, the room, the pool to cool down on a hot day, great location making it easy to go to other parts and also lovely to just sit and relax surrounded by nature reading a book or writing. Plus, Anushka really knows the island and is a great tour guide!
    Guest review by
    Mila
    Solo traveller