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Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala

Pinnawala

Boasting pool views, Green Leaves Garden - Pinnawala provides accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a bar, around 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

C
Clara
From
Ireland
Couldn't recommend enough. This is a wonderful Home Stay with the most welcoming family. We felt right at home. We were welcomed with tea and the onsite bar was a lovely touch. The host was so helpful and would be a great guide for any tourist experiences. The chalet had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We had breakfast dinner and part took in a cooking class. Wonderful time, wonderful family. Must stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
US$22.95
1 night, 2 adults

Green Land Guest House

Pinnawala

Boasting a garden and views of city, Green Land Guest House is a recently renovated guest house set in Pinnawala, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

J
Julie Evans
From
France
Property is very well maintained, food and rooms are high quality. Staff is very friendly, who made my stay very comfortable. Hygiene & cleanliness level was excellent. Food was delicious. Overall, wholesome experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Mystay

Mawanella (Near Pinnawala)

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

K
Klahn
From
Sri Lanka
I loved my stay at this place. I came here after a rough day and as soon as I arrived I forgot about it and felt very warm welcomed from this family. Everything is clean, the beadroom and washroom is big. There‘s also a terrace where you can enjoy sunset and the delicious breakfast and dinner (you can get it there for a good price and it’s homemade by the family). If you like nature and silence, this is the perfect place. The owner also helped me out to plan my next stepps and told me some nice places - thank you for that! I enjoyed my stay a lot and would hardly recommend this place - I would love to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Basilico Homestay

Kegalle (Near Pinnawala)

Situated within 33 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 38 km of Kandy railway station in Kegalle, Basilico Homestay offers accommodation with seating area.

T
Tharusha
From
Italy
Room was really comfortable and very clean bathroom . Had everything we need. The owner is really kind and helpful. Location is close to the city also very calm and quit place. Best place to stay .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

Relax Home

Rambukkana (Near Pinnawala)

Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

a
a[0986
From
Japan
Gluten free meal available,it's gorgeous breakfast of Hotel I've ever seen. They are so kind!! Wi-Fi level/Excellent Clean,Hot water available. AC is nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Kobbekaduwa Bungalow

Kandy (Near Pinnawala)

Situated 8.9 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Kobbekaduwa Bungalow offers accommodation with a patio, as well as an infinity pool and a garden.

Z
Zaheen
From
Maldives
Very quite and staff was extremely nice. Location is perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$76.80
1 night, 2 adults

New Toropi Homestay

Gadaladeniya (Near Pinnawala)

Featuring mountain views, New Toropi Homestay provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 8.5 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

A
Andrey
From
Russia
It was really pleasant to live in Nishad's place. It is a clean and hospitable guest house located not far from Kandy. Pick it for rural tranquility, it's a great stop if you want to discover Kandy city and area around it. There is a room with AC, fibre optics internet for additional moderate price if you need it. Home owner and his family are very modest and kind people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
US$13.72
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy (Near Pinnawala)

Situated within 4.4 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.2 km of Ceylon Tea Museum, Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

o
owais
From
India
Sudesh and his family truly embody what hospitality is all about! 🙌 Our first stop in Sri Lanka was Kandy, and I remember calling my family back home to rave about how amazing our host was. From the moment we arrived, Sudesh and his family made us feel incredibly welcome. They were always there for us—whether it was arranging a tuk-tuk (sometimes even for free if someone else was going in the same direction), offering great recommendations, or treating us to a delicious spread of authentic Sri Lankan dishes. Communication was always easy and fast, and Sudesh was available by text or phone call anytime, which really made us feel safe and at ease. The room was so comfortable, the washroom spotless, and the air conditioning worked perfectly—everything was just spot on. But let me tell you about the food! If you stay with Sudesh, *do not* miss the lunch! I can't stress this enough—it was honestly the best meal I've ever had, and I might have gone into a food coma afterward. Sudesh’s mom went above and beyond, making extra dishes just for us, and they were so excited to share their cooking. It felt like visiting family who are eager to spoil you with their best recipes. The complimentary breakfast was also incredible—I've never seen such a generous spread! Unfortunately, we were only able to stay for one night, and I really wish we could have extended our time there. I absolutely recommend staying here if you're in Kandy. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and you'll be taken care of by some of the kindest hosts you could ask for. 100% would stay again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Hideaway Homestay kandy

Haloluwa (Near Pinnawala)

Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Hideaway Homestay kandy is a recently renovated homestay situated in Haloluwa, 5.2 km from Kandy railway station.

E
Emilie
From
Netherlands
I couldn’t be more happy with my stay at Hideaway. It was one of the best stays I had in the whole of Sri Lanka. The owners are incredibly sweet and also very nice to talk to. We chatted about almost everything, they cooked us amazing food and I really felt part of their family. Can’t wait to get back and stay there again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults

The Comfort

Kandy (Near Pinnawala)

Boasting mountain views, The Comfort provides accommodation with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, around 2.7 km from Kandy railway station.

W
Will
From
United Kingdom
Kushanan and Poornima were the best hosts anyone could ask for. They made us feel like one of the family and showed us Kandy in all her glory. Could not have had a better experience, if only we had longer to spend with them!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
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.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of lake, Pinnawala Elephant Front View Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in Rambukkana, 34 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.

    From US$24.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    King Elephant, Homestay Pinnawala is a recently renovated homestay in Rambukkana, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Relax Home

    Rambukkana
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Set in Rambukkana, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Relax Home features accommodation with a hot tub. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From US$14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Ceylon Saradiel Home Stay is an accommodation located in Mawanella, 21 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 26 km from Kandy railway station.

    From US$19 per night
  • turusewana rest

    Kegalle
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    Turusewana rest, a property with a garden, is located in Kegalle, 31 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 33 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, as well as 33 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa.

  • Mystay

    Mawanella
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Mystay is situated in Mawanella, 18 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 23 km from Kandy railway station.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$22.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Couldn't recommend enough. This is a wonderful Home Stay with the most welcoming family. We felt right at home. We were welcomed with tea and the onsite bar was a lovely touch. The host was so helpful and would be a great guide for any tourist experiences. The chalet had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We had breakfast dinner and part took in a cooking class. Wonderful time, wonderful family. Must stay
    Guest review by
    Clara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$22.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Discover the hidden gems of Mawanella through the warm hospitality of Anushka and his lovely family at their enchanting homestay 🌿 This place is so wonderful I extended my stay and will definitely be back! Everything was perfect, the food was delicious, the hospitality, the room, the pool to cool down on a hot day, great location making it easy to go to other parts and also lovely to just sit and relax surrounded by nature reading a book or writing. Plus, Anushka really knows the island and is a great tour guide!
    Guest review by
    Mila
    Solo traveller