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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Catch The Ella Train Hostel in Kandy offers a spacious garden and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the spa facilities and enjoy a variety of amenities including a dining area and shared bathrooms. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides a paid shuttle service, culture classes, and car hire. Additional features include a dining table, free toiletries, and yoga classes. Local Attractions: Located 2 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 30 km from Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base, the hostel is near attractions such as Kandy Railway Station and Sri Dalada Maligawa. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, the hostel is praised for its friendly staff, rich history, and excellent tour service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rory
United Kingdom“Nice homely vibe with great hosts and lovely breakfast” - Dominick
Netherlands“The staff! Compared to other properties in Kandy/Peradeniya this place is actually accurate. My rule of thumb when booking trough booking.com is to book accomodation with at least 8.0+ rating. Most places could have an 8+ rating, but when looking...” - Sanjeev
India“couldnt have breakfast, on a Pilgrimage needed to make it to Church real early. very homely typical Sri Lankan warm friendly place, very helpful in catching the train to Ella” - Surya
Spain“The location, the food, the host, comfort… everything!” - Henrik
Sweden“My stay here was simply great. I mean, truth be told, the place isnt anything super special and it doesnt host a lot of people. However. The owner is an amazing human being. Takes care of you from the very start, to the very finish. Has great...” 
Charlotte United Kingdom“Incredible Sri Lankan breakfasts - the best food I've had on my trip. The hostel itself is great and surrounded by nature, offering the perfect escape from Kandy’s bustle. My bed was a very large single. What truly set this experience...”- Matt
New Zealand“Asanka was the most knowledgeable and accomodating host for anyone interested in a better understanding of local tradition and history. He makes it his mission to ensure everyone who comes to stay enjoys Kandy and leaves with a better...” - Alexander
Germany“the host is like a friend, very caring and helpful, quiet and safe area, amazing breakfast” - Núria Spain“Definitely you will not regret stopping in this cozy hostel near Kandy! Although I only spent one night Asanka made me feel like home and is extremely caring about his guests (he even came to the train station because it was raining!).He is the...”
- Andreo Germany“Asanka (the host) was brilliant. He told us a lot about the history of Sri Lanka, the cities and Buddhism. He even gave us a tour around the city and less touristy places! 🤩 Very reliable. The food was freshly prepared and tasted amazing. Would...”
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Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Catch The Ella Train Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
