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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.

I
INDRAN
From
Malaysia
The room was excellent. Food great but what made the place special were Sutha and Madhu who made us feel as if we were part of their family. Special thanks to security guard Deepan.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Price from
US$116.10
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

G
Guertin
From
Malta
Tony was very friendly, always smiling and accommodating. Gave good recommendations around the city
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Price from
US$13.90
1 night, 2 adults
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Jaffna City Palace Hotel

Hotel in Jaffna

Set in Jaffna, 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Jaffna City Palace Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

K
Kanes
From
United Kingdom
The traditional Sri Lankan breakfast was authentic and delicious. On my day of departure they even surprised me with two different breakfast items of idli and paal appam.. both very delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

I
Iresha Dulanjalee
From
Sri Lanka
Nice place . Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$26.51
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

K
Katja
From
Germany
Absolutely lovely stay at Munril Guest! The rooms are spacious, spotlessly clean, and equipped with both air conditioning and a fan. The villa itself is beautiful, with a peaceful and green setting just a few minutes by tuk-tuk from the city center, a perfect balance of quiet and convenience. The facilities are excellent, but what really stands out is the incredible friendliness and helpfulness of the hosts. They even offered free rides to local sights, which was a wonderful bonus. Breakfast was also delicious and well-prepared. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Jaffna!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 57 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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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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The Mango Nest

Jaffna

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, The Mango Nest is situated in Jaffna. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

l
louis
From
United Kingdom
The property is superbly put together. The lay out is really lovely with all the bedrooms ensuite and it is the first time that in our travel in Srilanka that we found a property with a lift, it is very convenient for elderly people. It was really confortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$141.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Rose Fort Homestay

Jaffna

Rose Fort Homestay is located in Jaffna, 5.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 6.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, and 6.6 km from Jaffna Fort.

D
Dewi
From
Spain
Beautiful big appartement with fridge. The balcony is so beautiful! Sitting there and see the real Srilankaan lifestyle ! Cows were picked up by the owners beautiful to see! It’s a 7 minute drive from the centre ( tuktuk 300lkr) but what made this place so special is the owners! The food is finger licking so delicious! We got a lot of information about things we could see in beautiful Jaffna! We definitely stayed again here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
Douglas
From
South Africa
Most friendly helpful host and quiet restfull place!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 43 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is set in Jaffna, 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 16 km from Nilavarai Well.

    From US$148.24 per night

  • NorthGate Jaffna

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 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$233.64 per night

  • Gatetrees resort

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

    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.

    From US$57.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews

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

    From US$179.12 per night

  • Sobia Villa

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 104 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$20.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, St Anne's Hotel & Restaurant features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$35.26 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located just 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Rajeevan Garden Guest House offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security.

Stay connected in Jaffna and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • 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$49.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 55 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 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

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

    From US$18.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Nizhal Inn is located in Jaffna, 1.5 km from Jaffna Public Library, 2.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, as well as 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Offering free WiFi and free private parking, NIMA Holiday INN JAFFNA is situated in Jaffna, within just 1.8 km of Jaffna Public Library.

    From US$46.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 52 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Northern Residence provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

    Set 2.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Senthil Complex offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

    From US$29 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 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.

    From US$52.76 per night

  • Navam

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 40 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...

    From US$17.21 per night

  • Kamala villa

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Kamala villa offers air conditioning.

    From US$68.82 per night

  • Jaffna Rockland

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and a 14-minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station, Jaffna Rockland offers a garden and air conditioning.

    From US$22.94 per night

  • Baski Guest House

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Situated 1.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Baski Guest House offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$16.06 per night

  • Meraathanam

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Meraathanam provides accommodation with a terrace, around 400 metres from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

    From US$46.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Avanthika Holiday INN is situated in Jaffna, 2.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 2.7 km from Jaffna Public Library.

    From US$46.11 per night

  • WIMAL PALACE

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, WIMAL PALACE is set in Jaffna, 1.9 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

    From US$28.68 per night

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  • NorthGate Jaffna

    Cheap hotel in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$233.64
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews
    Location is good. Room is very clean .my room cleaning boy (nishanth) is doing his jobb very will. Breakfast is very very good. Restaurant employees are caring us when we entered to the restaurant. All straff and employees are very very helpful to us. North gate hotell is super.. Super...Super.....Thanks to North gate hotel.🙏
    Guest review by
    pirabalini sivananthan
    Solo traveller

  • Senthil Complex

    Cheap hotel in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
    Very clean, nice size rooms, secure and nice location. Also nice breakfast and staff friendly! Hot water shower. Quiet and hear local noises of ice cream and bakery vans. Also church bells which was nice and the cows.
    Guest review by
    Brook
    Family with young children

  • Nallur Holidays Inn

    Cheap hotel in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$15.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
    The location is very convenient near Nallur Temple and Rio Ice-Cream Parlour. There are good restaurants nearby. The room was good value for money, had all the basic amenities, and the staff was friendly and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Rajeswaran
    Solo traveller

  • Senthil Complex

    Cheap hotel in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
    Very clean and helpful friendly staff. Ideal location for travelling around Jaffna. The food was fresh and tasty.
    Guest review by
    Nava
    Family with young children

  • Superior rest

    Cheap hotel in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$25.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
    The house is very clean and equipped with all necessary appliances. The rooms are large and there's plenty of space with 2 queen beds each. The bathrooms were again clean and the water pressure was good. The housekeeper was so nice and welcoming. He helped us with all our requests and questions. The location was ideal as well since it was only 5 mins away from Jaffna town by vehicle and there's plenty of good restaurants nearby.
    Guest review by
    Ashane
    People with friends