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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.

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Pascal Theubet
From
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Tony is an anazing Host and everbody is super friendly.He gave us infos about bus and train timings and also great recommendations for the best restaurants. I think this is the best place in jaffna for small budget travellers like us. Thank you Tony everything was perfect! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews
Price from
US$13.80
1 night, 2 adults

Nallur Residence

Jaffna

Set in Jaffna, 400 metres from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Nallur Residence offers accommodation with an open-air bath, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

M
Marius
From
Switzerland
Great Place to go if you're in Jaffna. Very good location next to Nallur Temple, with shops and restaurants around. The house you stay at is big and beautiful. Haran, the host, makes you feel like you are at home. Haran and his team are very helpful, kind and open for conversations. Breakfast is very delicious and made from heart.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$45
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.

m
miro
From
Switzerland
it is a super nice, calm, spaceious and clean home with a tremendous jost. allen really helped us with everything, planing, renting, restaurants and gave us an insight in hindu history. additional to that he made us a wonderful breakfast every morning and was there for every quastion and need. i can highly recomand to stay here for as short or longer time!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$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.

S
Samantha Flowers
From
United Kingdom
Brilliant, helpful staff and mgmt. Good tips on temples, transport, cinema, etc. Super clean - best housekeeping in SL! Leafy green courtyard and garden. 15 min walk to train station, 30 mins walk to Malayan Cafe. One of the pricier places I stayed in SL, but 100% good value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
US$50
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

Dayanithi Guest House

Jaffna

Set just 8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Dayanithi Guest House features accommodation in Jaffna with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as full-day security.

M
Michael
From
United Kingdom
Great location, just off the road making it very peaceful at night. Good air con and fan. Great size room with balcony overlooking the garden and plantation. Good host and Sri Lankan breakfast. They also do laundry, which was a god sent in a city with no laundrettes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults

Nallur Holidays Inn

Jaffna

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.

A
Adam
From
Poland
Very decent hotel, clean and tidy. Clean and fragrant towels and bedding. Shared bathroom and toilet also clean. Lots of common space that you can use - on the ground floor, on the first floor and on the terrace. There is also a fridge and kitchenette (stove, sink, some dishes and cutlery). But the most charming thing about our stay in this hotel was the staff - friendly but not intrusive. Wonderful, warm, communicative and helpful girls (best regards!). 💚 I recommend this place with pleasure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
Price from
US$13.68
1 night, 2 adults

J City Holidays Inn

Jaffna

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.

A
ASHOUK
From
Malaysia
Lovely though simple, Just appreciates the moments in existence.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

J & J Homestay

Jaffna

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, J & J Homestay is set in Jaffna. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

N
Nicole. R
From
Switzerland
It was realy big and spaceous with a living room and balkony also on the rooftop. U can use the kitchen and fridge and even washing machine. Was a lovely stay and a lovely host too who help you with any question.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$19.25
1 night, 2 adults

KATHIR Guest House

Jaffna

Situated just 15 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, KATHIR Guest House provides accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

N
Nuran
From
Sri Lanka
Best value for money. There are walls, gate, CCTV, an attached bathroom, a hot water shower, and A/C. Can park 2 cars. We spent 2 nights here. It's really good there. Security, facilities, and cleanliness are good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$33
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 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 467 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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

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

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

Kumar inn

Jaffna
Budget options available

Situated in Jaffna, 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km from Jaffna Public Library, Kumar inn offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$80.29 per night

WIMAL PALACE

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set in Jaffna, 1.9 km from Jaffna Railway Station, WIMAL PALACE offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a shared lounge.

From US$36.70 per night

Anaya Guest House

Jaffna
Budget options available

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Anaya Guest House is situated in Jaffna.

Flamingo Villa

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Set just 100 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Flamingo Villa offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space.

Navam

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Situated in Jaffna, within less than 1 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and a 14-minute walk of Jaffna Railway Station, Navam features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

Old Park Villa

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Set within 1.1 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 1.9 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Old Park Villa provides accommodation with seating area.

Havanaa Rest House

Jaffna
Budget options available

Havanaa Rest House features city views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Jaffna, 1.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

Allens home stay

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

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.

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

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 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
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Geesh Residence: Rooms in Jaffna, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Jaffna, 1.9 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

From US$11.36 per night

Aananda Vasam

Jaffna
Central location

Situated less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Aananda Vasam offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden.

From US$18.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

MercuryFM 109 Guest House - Jaffna Temple road 77 is set in Jaffna, 1.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 2.2 km from Jaffna Public Library, and 2.6 km from Jaffna Fort.

From US$11.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

KCS HOLIDAY INN Pvt Ltd, a property with a terrace, is set in Jaffna, 1.7 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.9 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 2.4 km from Jaffna Fort.

From US$27.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

MercuryFM 101- Mercury Inn - Jaffna, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 1.9 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, as well as 2 km from Jaffna Public...

From US$24.60 per night

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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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Situated 3.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 16 km from Nilavarai Well and 22 km from Naguleswaram Temple, MercuryFM 102 house Jaffna - Moris Lane provides accommodation set in Jaffna.

Superior rest

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Superior rest, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 2.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3 km from Jaffna Fort.

From US$25.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Sunflowers Canada House, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, 3.5 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 3.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

D'Villa Garden House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

Located in Jaffna and only 2.9 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Lanka Global Properties provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Green star villa

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Green star villa, a property with a garden, is situated in Jaffna, 2.5 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 2.7 km from Jaffna Railway Station, as well as 3.7 km from Jaffna Public Library.

From US$22.81 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Jaffna

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews
Tony is a great host! He was very helpful, friendly and nice to chat with. He arranged for me a tour of Jaffna peninsula and helped with other travel arrangements. In the guest house there are whiteboards with lots of useful info for travellers such as train and bus schedules. Breakfast (a la carte) had a lot of options to choose from. Overall basic guest house but with great vibe and services.
Guest review by
Giulia
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Breakfast was great Raj was a great host We really enjoyed our time
Guest review by
Jonathan
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
This was a brilliant homestay hosted by Allan. He was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and helped us with our coach booking home and places of interest including the brilliant service at the local temple. I cannot seak to highly of this experience. Your are completely at home here in wonderful JAFFNA
Guest review by
Maria Server
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Allen is the perfect host and his homestay is a nice haven at the top of Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Annemiek
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Allen was such a good host and took good care of us. He served us tea and coffee all over the day. Also we had some really interesting discussions with Allen. We would definitely choose Allens home stay again.
Guest review by
Silvan
Young couple