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Journey Junction Hostel

Nuwara Eliya City Centre, Nuwara Eliya

Boasting a shared lounge and a bar, Journey Junction Hostel is conveniently located in the centre of Nuwara Eliya, 3.2 km from Gregory Lake.

A
Ailish
From
Ireland
Loved this hostel! Super clean and comfy. It is in the perfect location, beside shops and restaurants. The host was really helpful and organised my lift to the station. It is a new place so everything is very up to date. Favourite hostel so far in Sri Lanka :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
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US$19.80
1 night, 2 adults
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PROMAX villa

Nuwara Eliya

Set in Nuwara Eliya, within 2.6 km of Gregory Lake and 9.4 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, PROMAX villa features accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as free private parking for guests who...

G
Gabriella
From
Sweden
Very helpful owner, great breakfast and good rooms. They rooms are warm and clean. Nice common area as well. You can take a bus to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults
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Laughing Leopard Hostel

Nuwara Eliya

Laughing Leopard Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nuwara Eliya.

Е
Евгения
From
Russia
It s a very good hostel, aroud Jungle, 5 min on food Busstop to city. If you stay here long time you can find many friends from other countries. This hostel has a Bar with normal price, music, games, dogs ♥️😁 Very friendly staff. Me and my friend Recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
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US$26.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Vilona Inn

Dehintalawa (Near Nuwara Eliya)

Vilona Inn is set in Dehintalawa, within 34 km of Gregory Lake and 36 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

K
Kuba Kinský
From
Czech Republic
Very nice and clean room. Beautiful tea plantation around. The owner was very nice he gave us tea when we arrived and let us chill on the roof.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
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US$12.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

Set in Nuwara Eliya, 5 km from Gregory Lake, Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

v
vladkrimi
From
Romania
The view was perfect from the room. The place is clean and the host was very responsive. You can eat the breakfast right in front of your room on the terrace.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews
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Gregory House Hostel

Lake Gregory, Nuwara Eliya

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, less than 1 km from Gregory Lake, Gregory House Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

S
Sabrina
From
Netherlands
The hostel is located in a beautiful location on the gregory lake. The staff is very helpful and you feel at home quickly. In the evening you can join the dinner. You can book fun activities in the area through the hostel, such as a visit to the tea factory, waterfalls and different hikes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Save money on hostels in Nuwara Eliya and nearby – budget options available

  • Rv Budget Hostel

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available

    Located in Nuwara Eliya, Rv Budget Hostel is 10 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The property is non-smoking and is set 3 km from Gregory Lake.

  • St. Andrews Hostel

    Nuwara Eliya
    Budget options available

    Located 4.1 km from Gregory Lake, St. Andrews Hostel offers 1-star accommodation in Nuwara Eliya and features a garden, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

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  • Laughing Leopard Hostel

    Hostel in Nuwara Eliya
    Avg. price/night: US$33.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed in
    Guest review by
    Connor
    Solo traveller

  • Laughing Leopard Hostel

    Hostel in Nuwara Eliya
    Avg. price/night: US$33.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
    I would say this was the best hostel I've stayed at so far on my trip to Sri Lanka. Very social. The owner is super nice and tried to get everyone to join in some games in the evening and makes everyone feel welcome. The breakfast and dinners were also very nice. I also left my jumper behind and the owner helped organise someone to bring it with them to the destination I was at which was super helpful.
    Guest review by
    Klaudia
    Solo traveller

  • Gregory House Hostel

    Hostel in Nuwara Eliya
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
    Staff very accommodating. Tea is free as long as it's black. Food is served here also, with very reasonable price. Very clean, stylish common area good location to meet other backpackers and socialise, but not a party hostel so can enjoy the sleep at night.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    Solo traveller

  • Gregory House Hostel

    Hostel in Nuwara Eliya
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
    For me it was the best hostel in Sri Lanka. I had a great time there met with some really good people and had really nice talks. The staff was also good and everything was nice be it breakfast, the dorm etc. The property was Amazing with great location.
    Guest review by
    Viraj
    Solo traveller

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