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Thambu Illam

Hotel in Jaffna

Situated in Jaffna, 1.9 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Thambu Illam features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

A
Ane
From
Norway
Such a beautiful house, the pictures don’t do it justice it’s even nicer in real life. Staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. Helped us organise excursions in the Jaffna area. Breakfast is great and we also had dinner in the hotel a couple of nights which we also really enjoyed. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else if we ever go back to Jaffna
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
Price from
US$74.34
1 night, 2 adults

Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn

Jaffna

Located within 1.3 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 2 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchenette.

A
Amy
From
China
Excellent place to stay in Jaffna. Room was very clean and comfortable. Tony is an excellent host, very helpful. Breakfasts were delicious too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews
Price from
US$13.80
1 night, 2 adults

Allens home stay

Jaffna

Allens home stay, a property with a terrace, is set in Jaffna, 600 metres from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.5 km from Jaffna Railway Station, as well as 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library.

F
Federica
From
Italy
We loved both Allen and his homestay! The place is wonderful: a big renovated house with garden, where guests have their how spacious room w/bathroom. All clean and perfect. Allen is extremely friendly and helpful. He let us check in at 9 am because our bus had arrived early in the morning, which was live-saving after the night on the bus. His english is perfect and he’s happy to answer to any questions about Jaffna and the local culture. He also arranged a scooter rental for us and suggested a good restaurant close to his place. We’d 100% reccomend staying with him!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna

Hotel in Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, The Thinnai Hotel - Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

R
Ravikumar
From
Australia
Welcome drink and the introduction by the staff. The location was very good. The Breakfast very nice and fresh. Dinner was fantastic, especially the Odiyal cool. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$124.20
1 night, 2 adults

Gatetrees resort

Jaffna

Situated within 1.5 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.7 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Gatetrees resort provides accommodation with seating area.

A
Adeline
From
Switzerland
Everything was perfect! Thanks a lot!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Jaffna Nest - Ground Floor

Jaffna

Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Jaffna Nest - Ground Floor is located in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

R
Rajanayagam
From
United Kingdom
We stayed for 8 days during August 2025. Communication was excellent, always willing to help as we agreed to pay in british pounds was easy for us also help me to use pick me app safe us lot of money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$17.10
1 night, 2 adults

Munril Guest

Jaffna

Set 3.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Munril Guest offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a hot tub. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

S
Samil
From
Sri Lanka
Perfect location just a few minutes from Jaffna town. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and air-conditioned. The staff were very welcoming and made my stay pleasant. They also served a delicious Jaffna-style breakfast. The manager personally picked me up from the railway station early in the morning and arranged an early check-in, which I really appreciated. I would definitely return and highly recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

The Chapters

Jaffna

The Chapters, a property with a garden, is situated in Jaffna, 5.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 6.5 km from Jaffna Fort.

D
David
From
United Kingdom
Nice clean property lovely kitchen and beds were so comfy nice bedlinen and towels
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$78.75
1 night, 2 adults

Borassus Nature Huts by ABC Leisure's group

Jaffna

Located in Jaffna, within 8.8 km of Jaffna Fort and 10 km of Jaffna Public Library, Borassus Nature Huts by ABC Leisure's group provides accommodation with a restaurant and as well as free private...

J
Juline Braems
From
Belgium
Very friendly and helpful staff. Very good food. The vegetable curry is the best i've had! Luxurious and well made huts. A lot of room, musquito net and musquito spray/diffuser. There is a authentical beach next to the hotel and it makes for a perfect walk with great vieuws of the fisherman and their boats.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Lone Star Residence

Jaffna

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Lone Star Residence is situated in Jaffna.

B
Ben
From
United Kingdom
Lone Star Residence is newly built and furnished to exceptionally high standards. It is an inviting, spacious, hospitable place to stay with excellent facilities - kitchen especially but in truth, all rooms. Location - 15 mins taxi Palaly Int Airport; 5 mins drive Inuvil railway station; 10/15 mins drive Jaffna; 5 mins drive Chunnakam. The actual physical location is attractive in its serenity. Its located in a quiet lane on Manipay Road overlooking agricultural land owned/rented by smallholders. Noise and external interference is absolutely minimal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews

Save money on accommodation in Jaffna and nearby – budget options available

Matheera holiday home

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Set 1.2 km from Jaffna Fort and 1.1 km from Jaffna Public Library in Jaffna, Matheera holiday home offers accommodation with a kitchen.

Jetwing Jaffna

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Public Library, Jetwing Jaffna provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$152.88 per night

Gnaanams Hotel and Restaurant

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

Located in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Gnaanams Hotel and Restaurant provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$23.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Situated just 2.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Abbi Holidays - Jaffna Luxurious Villa provides accommodation in Jaffna with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$93.15 per night

Jaffna Inn

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Jaffna Inn is set in Jaffna, within 1.9 km of Jaffna Fort and 15 km of Nilavarai Well. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

From US$49.55 per night

Abbi Holiday - Jaffna Lodge

Jaffna
Budget options available

Situated in Jaffna, 1.4 km from Jaffna Public Library and 1.9 km from Jaffna Fort, Abbi Holiday - Jaffna Lodge offers air conditioning.

From US$69.39 per night

Pearl Island Inn

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 600 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Pearl Island Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 1 km from Jaffna Public Library and...

From US$39.60 per night

Jaffna Ratnam Holiday Home -AC

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Jaffna Ratnam Holiday Home -AC is situated in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.9 km from Jaffna Railway Station, and 2.3 km from Jaffna Public Library.

From US$49.78 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these accommodation in Jaffna and nearby

Yaarl Hostels

Jaffna
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 1 km from Jaffna Public Library, Yaarl Hostels provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$16.59 per night

Yal's Town Inn

Jaffna
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Set in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Public Library, Yal's Town Inn offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$25.41 per night

UK Inn Guest House

Jaffna
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, UK Inn Guest House is set in Jaffna, 1.3 km from Jaffna Public Library and 2 km from Jaffna Fort.

From US$31.54 per night

Regus Jaffna

Jaffna
Central location

Situated just less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Regus Jaffna offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$51.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 700 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Subhas Tourist Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

Set in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Humming Birds Suites offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$36.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Jaffna with Jaffna Public Library and Jaffna Fort nearby, Nithusha Holiday House Jaffna offers accommodation with free private parking.

From US$12.62 per night

NorthGate Jaffna

Jaffna
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, NorthGate Jaffna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

From US$272.58 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Jaffna and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Jaffna Public Library and 1.8 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Golden Star Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

From US$21.35 per night

J City Holidays Inn

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

Located within 400 metres of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.2 km of Jaffna Public Library in Jaffna, J City Holidays Inn features accommodation with seating area.

From US$20.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

Green Grass Hotel & Restaurant is located in Jaffna, a 15-minute drive from Jaffna City. It offers an outdoor pool with a pool-side bar.

From US$23.38 per night

Vaishana Residency

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and a 17-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station, Vaishana Residency offers air conditioning.

From US$50.46 per night

Peninsula hotel

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated in Jaffna, 1.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Peninsula hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$27.53 per night

Nallur Holidays Inn

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

Nallur Holidays Inn in Jaffna provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

From US$15.20 per night

Sobia Villa

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

Sobia Villa is set in Jaffna, 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 2.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, and 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library.

From US$14.91 per night

Flora Guest Inn

Jaffna
Breakfast options

Boasting city views, Flora Guest Inn features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 3.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

From US$57.35 per night

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Accommodation that guests love in Jaffna

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Avg. price/night: US$46.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Beautiful place to stay - clean and relaxing with very friendly and attentive staff. Lush green setting in accommodation. Food was delicious and hotel helped us with finding drivers to take us around area/islands/temple/beach
Guest review by
Zoe
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
One of the best accommodations we've had in Sri Lanka! Super friendly staff! 😊🙏
Guest review by
Lisa
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Our stay at Berty’s Cottage was outstanding. Berty and Hilda are wonderful people really helpful with anything we needed, train, tuk tuk & tours before and after we arrived. Food was delicious as we requested genuine Sri Lankan and my husband got great cooking tips in the kitchen with dinner. They even packed our breakfast because we had a very early departure. The accommodation and their home is very clean and we felt welcome in all living areas. Thank you Berty and Hilda for a wonderful visit to Jaffna.
Guest review by
Valma
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$14.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Worth facility & accommodation for the price.. Great care and response.. I didn't expect for the that price... Good to stay for family... 😍😍❤️
Guest review by
Sudharshan
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$272.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews
We had a great stay! Staff was awesome and accommodated for all our requests and made our stay very comfortable! Hotel was clean and their restaurant food was great too! Also huge thanks to front desk manager for going out of his way to find accomodation for us in the next stop!
Guest review by
Manjula
Group
Avg. price/night: US$160
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
The villa offers a personal butler and a personal chef for your stay. You can wish for any food you like and they will make everything from scratch for you. There is also a private swimming pool and backyard. The whole accommodation is five star european standard clean! Janakan, Mehkala and Ramesh took great care of us, we felt better than at home. Will definitely come back!
Guest review by
Rameena
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$152.88
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
I booked this for my family to stay while on holiday and the hotel took care of everything communicating with me and my parents. Absolutely lovely service and prompt response.
Guest review by
A Perera
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$15.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
I & wife stayed for 4 nights. The room is clean & equipped with all the essentials like an air-conditioner, clean bathroom, and hot shower. The room is quite small in size with a table and dressing table. The place is packed with facilities. Ample, secure car park, Wi-Fi, small kitchen ideal for making tea or coffee, filter water, and also a washing machine ( we didn’t use it). If you are looking for a place for 1 - 2 night stay for a price range of 5,000 rupees Nallur Holidays Inn would suit you well.
Guest review by
Anonymous
Young couple