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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.

M
MARIA GUILLAUMINE
From
Spain
Thambu Illam is a lovely, atmospheric colonial villa in a quiet area of Jaffna. Our double room was simple, but comfortable and there were plenty of areas outside the room - verandahs, garden, interior patio - to sit and relax. Even though the guesthouse doesn't have its own kitchen, the food we ordered through the guesthouse and which the staff served in an open pavillion by the swimming pool was delicious and authentically Sri Lankan. We'd also like to highlight the wonderful treatment we received from the helpful and attentive staff. Among other things, they arranged several tuk tuk rides for us with the incredible Prasath, as well as onward transport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$116.10
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.

H
Hoang Thi
From
Switzerland
If you’re looking for a place that feels like home the moment you walk in, I wholeheartedly recommend staying with Tony . Tony & Stanley are two genuine, good-hearted people. chatting with them was interesting and fun – they’re both free spirits. The room and shared bathroom were clean, and the balcony was a perfect spot to relax in the evening. I missed out on trying Tony’s breakfast, apparently he likes to cook. One more reason I would have loved to stay longer. Highly recommend! Btw, Sophie the dog, is an angel :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
Price from
US$13.90
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
scove
From
Italy
Very clean and new place, spacious rooms with very comfortable beds, well-functioning air conditioning, and a clean bathroom. The host was very helpful and friendly, extremely professional. When we return to Jaffna, we will definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$30
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

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.

N
Nda
From
Sri Lanka
Cleanliness and comfortable facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$141.75
1 night, 2 adults

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.

j
jeannine
From
New Zealand
The family were so lovely and very helpful and kind. They have thought of everything to make the stay so good. Having a fridge/freezer to cool water etc so important when it is so hot. Great suggestions of places to visit in Jaffna. We recommend staying here for sure. 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
US$18.90
1 night, 2 adults

Nalluran illam - family room

Jaffna

Situated in Jaffna, within 1.5 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 3 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Nalluran illam - family room features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

T
Tanuja
From
Australia
The family looked after us well. We had privacy but also access to owners if we needed anything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Nalluran illam - 2 bed room

Jaffna

Offering a garden and garden view, Nalluran illam - 2 bed room is situated in Jaffna, 3 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 4 km from Jaffna Public Library.

K
Khosalan
From
Sri Lanka
A very clean, spacious, pleasant, and comfortable place to stay in Jaffna. The owner was super friendly, listened to our requests, and offered us snacks!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
1 night, 2 adults

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Hotel in Jaffna

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

H
Helena
From
Germany
A beautifully decorated and perfectly maintained property including a lovely pool. We were looked after by very attentive staff in particular Janakan who was so kind and helpful. The food was delicious and we will definitely plan to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$109.09
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.

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, 90 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults
All accommodation in Jaffna

Most booked accommodation in Jaffna and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking accommodation in Jaffna

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 478 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 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$45.88 per night
  • Gnaanams Hotel and Restaurant

    Jaffna
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 258 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, 45 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$39.23 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 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 85 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
  • NIMA Holiday INN JAFFNA

    Jaffna
    Budget options available
    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
  • 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

Enjoy breakfast in Jaffna and nearby

  • Jetwing Jaffna

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 392 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
  • Yaarl Hostels

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 375 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
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 252 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$27.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 109 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$43.55 per night
  • NorthGate Jaffna

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 611 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 152 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
  • J City Holidays Inn

    Jaffna
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 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$19.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 208 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

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

  • Hotel Lovusiyah

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Situated in Jaffna, within 700 metres of Jaffna Public Library and 1.1 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Hotel Lovusiyah features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    From US$30.70 per night
  • UK Inn Guest House

    Jaffna
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 60 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 66 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
  • 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 5.1
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Located in Jaffna, 500 metres from Jaffna Railway Station, Station Garden Hotel And Resturant provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a spa and wellness centre.

    From US$32.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 12 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
  • 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

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  • Avg. price/night: US$46.67
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 266 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$174.90
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 226 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, 108 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$233.64
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 611 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$183.52
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    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, 392 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, 477 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