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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. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The bed was really comfortable, the location was really good and it was the only good shower I had in Sri Lanka. The staff was really helpful in planing activities, tours and transportation.

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8.8
Fabulous
107 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a desk. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also have mountain views. This small hotel is the warmest and most friendly one I've stayed in during my trip to Sri Lanka. In terms of service, the staff here are extremely kind and have offered us a lot of help. Although the hotel is a bit far from the city center, it only takes a few minutes to get there by tuk-tuk. To put it simply, I'm very satisfied with this hotel after staying for two nights, and it's excellent in every aspect. For tourists who need accommodation for two or three days, this hotel is a perfect choice, and the price is quite reasonable.

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8.6
Fabulous
144 reviews

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. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling. I had a wonderful stay there, great hosting, breakfast, and view.

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8.6
Fabulous
170 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Vilona Inn is set in Dehintalawa, within 34 km of Gregory Lake and 36 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens. The property is situated 41 km from Kandy railway station, 42 km from Bogambara Stadium and 42 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. Free private parking is available and the hostel also offers bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Staff is freindly and Place is clean. Good and Safe for local as well as Foriengers who are visiting Ramboda, or Kothmale side. Located facing hill side as well.

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8.4
Very good
17 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Laxapana Wilderness Homestay in Norton Bridge provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. This was a really amazing place to be, very clean, very confortable and honestly all the familly are really beautiful persons, polite and humble hosts, they bring me to see around by car and motorbike, was gorgeous!! I highly recommend it. They offer pick up and drop for a reasonable price, is wonderfull. I dont know when but shure I will be back, Thanks u soo much!! I allways will keep LAXAPANA in my heart

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8.8
Fabulous
21 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

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. Attractively located in the Lake Gregory district, this hostel is located 7.2 km from Hakgala Botanical Garden. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen. It's a lovely place and the hosts are awesome. I ended up sick in the hospital and they brought me a blanket and brought me food every day. Forever grateful!. The location is in a nice quiet area outside of the city centre close to the lake. The hosts can take you on local tours and trails as well, I would highly recommend this place.

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7.8
Good
626 reviews
Price from
US$26.10
per night

Laughing Leopard Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nuwara Eliya. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features nightclub and luggage storage space. 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.

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7.9
Good
364 reviews
Price from
US$26.42
per night

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, within 3.6 km of Gregory Lake and 11 km of Hakgala Botanical Garden, Misty Mount Hostel features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is less than 1 km from the city centre.

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1
Review score
1 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Situated in Nuwara Eliya, 4.1 km from Gregory Lake, Mountain view homestay features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The accommodation offers karaoke and a shared kitchen.

At the hostel, rooms come with a terrace. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower and slippers. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

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7
Good
1 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
per night

Esmin's Homestay - Women only features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and BBQ facilities in Hatton. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a water park. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the hostel.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

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FAQs about hostels in Nuwara Eliya District

  • Many families visiting Nuwara Eliya District loved staying at Laxapana Wilderness Homestay, Journey Junction Hostel and PROMAX villa.

  • PROMAX villa, Laxapana Wilderness Homestay and Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya have received great reviews from guests in Nuwara Eliya District regarding the views from these hostels

  • Most hostels on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • Journey Junction Hostel, PROMAX villa and Namadi Nest Nuwara Eliya are some popular hostels in Nuwara Eliya District.

  • The average price per night for a hostel in Nuwara Eliya District for this weekend is US$12, based on current Booking.com prices.

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  • Couples travelling in Nuwara Eliya District loved staying at Vilona Inn, Journey Junction Hostel and PROMAX villa.

  • There are 18 hostels in Nuwara Eliya District you can book on Booking.com.

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