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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.

S
Sandra
From
Netherlands
Very clean property with friendly staff that will help you with anything you need for a comfortable stay. I will visit again when in Jaffna.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$13.90
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
Location 9.2
Price from
US$30
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
Location 9.0
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults
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Malabar home stay

Jaffna

Offering a garden and garden view, Malabar home stay is situated in Jaffna, 3.2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 3.5 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

P
Prishanth
From
Malaysia
This was an enchanting stay in a residential suburb not too far outside of the main Jaffna city. The house is 150 years old, and it does feel like staying in an old mansion - with the giant keys and fancy doors. The guesthouse owner was very kind and helpful, and made me delicious food for dinner. He also assisted with laundry for no charge. There is no heated water, but there is a built in "fountain" in the wall, which added to the old-timey feeling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Arvind
From
India
It is close to the temple and the market easy to access everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$13.68
1 night, 2 adults
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D'Villa Guest House

Jaffna

D'Villa Guest House, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Jaffna, 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, as well as 3 km from Jaffna Public Library.

N
Nina
From
Netherlands
Hilda was very kind and helpful, nice living area to chill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Location 8.1
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Laurent Ladroyes
From
France
Very quiet place Friendly welcome staff Nice garden environmemt 1km from railway station and bike rental service not far. Good local and freah food All good !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Prasath guest house

Jaffna

Situated within 4 km of Nilavarai Well and 10 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Prasath guest house features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

R
Recker-widjanarko
From
Indonesia
I liked the friendliness of the host. The room was clean, big with a sofa. The bathroom was big and clean. I could make my own tea and coffee, but no coffee provided. No proble
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Location 7.5
Price from
US$19
1 night, 2 adults
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Villa Thaarhai

Jaffna

Set within 1.7 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.7 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Villa Thaarhai offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location 7.3
Price from
US$26.36
1 night, 2 adults
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WIMAL PALACE

Jaffna

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.

C
Curtis
From
Australia
It was so delicious. One of the nicest I’ve had in SL.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$29.75
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.

Most booked homestays in Jaffna and surroundings in the past month

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    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$21.50 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

  • Old Park Villa

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 28 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.

    From US$38.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 454 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.

  • J & J Homestay

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    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.

    From US$22.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 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.

  • Rose stay

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options

    Set in Jaffna, 3.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 5.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Rose stay offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Whiterock Villa

    Urelu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located 8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 8.6 km from Jaffna Public Library and 9.2 km from Jaffna Fort, Whiterock Villa provides accommodation set in Urelu.

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

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

    From US$12.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.6
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Geesh Residence: Rooms in Jaffna, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Jaffna, 1.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

    From US$12.62 per night

  • J City Villa

    Jaffna
    Central location
    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 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 61 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$13.50 per night

  • Kumar inn

    Jaffna
    Central location

    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
  • 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

  • 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

    MercuryFM 101 Yarl 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$25 per night

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

  • Situated within 8.5 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 8.8 km of Jaffna Public Library, Holiday Bungalow for rent, Inuvil, Jaffna offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Uduvil.

    From US$90.75 per night

  • Ash Cottage

    Jaffna
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 13 km from Jaffna Public Library and 13 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Ash Cottage offers a garden and air conditioning.

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  • Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn

    Homestay in Jaffna
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 454 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

  • Nallur Residence

    Homestay in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$44.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
    As ever a great place to stay,great host ,great breakfast. Highly recommended
    Guest review by
    vincent
    Group

  • Nallur Residence

    Homestay in Jaffna
    Avg. price/night: US$44.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
    This is not a hotel but a homestay. Mr Haran, who runs the place looked after is like we were invited guests
    Guest review by
    Arun
    Young couple