Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 41 reviews.
wang
Italy · Solo · July 2026
+Local nice ppl, lovely
Guest reviews
Netherlands · Solo · August 2025
“Amazing stay!”
+Best hostel in Sri Lanka! Really enjoyed my stay here. The hostel has a very authentic vibe which makes it a great experience! Asanka is a very nice and intelligent person. He knows a lot about the history of Sri Lanka and about buddhism. The off the beaten path tour was very enjoyable! Overall the vibe of Asanka and the hostel made this an unforgettable experience!
Vanessa
Canada · Solo · May 2025
“Was a blessing to book this hostel. I arrived after an 8 hour train ride and was so grateful for a beautiful meal cooke”
+Close to the train station
−Was dark on the road there as I arrived late and walked, but the host was in good communication with me and came out to the road to guide me in.
Robert
Ireland · Couple · March 2025
“Exceptional”
+Incredible breakfast and lovely people :)
Robin
Netherlands · Group of friends · March 2025
“An amazing and unforgettable experience, all thanks to Asanka being a fantastic host!”
+We had a wonderful time at the hostel. What truly made our stay exceptional was the host, Asanka. He provided us with all the necessary information for exploring Kandy and its surroundings. Impressively, he managed to secure reserved tickets for the train to Ella, even though they were sold out at the station. Asanka’s aunt prepared breakfast for us each morning, and it was one of the best breakfasts we had in Sri Lanka. The hostel itself is quite basic but offers comfortable beds with mosquito nets and all the essentials you need. We decided to extend our stay in Kandy by an additional day, and Asanka guided us throughout the whole day. He shared insights on the history of Sri Lanka, Buddhism, and more, all in perfect English. Would definitely recommend if you want an unforgettable experience.
Frauke
Germany · Solo · March 2025
“Bad”
−I always stay in hostels for the same price but it was just too dirty to stay. I was welcomed warmely and helpful but I can not stay just because I am polite. It was the first time I ever left. As a single women travelling alone I as well didnt felt safe as there is nobody around. I felt as well very uncomfortable to be needing to poit out the state of the accompdation.
Rory
United Kingdom · Solo · March 2025
“Brilliant”
+Nice homely vibe with great hosts and lovely breakfast
−Plug sockets needed
Gijs
Netherlands · Solo · March 2025
“Asanka is the best”
+Asanka is an amazing host. He is so proud of his place and Kandy and shows you around about culture and history. He also helped with getting a trainticket to Ella. It was an unforgettable experience and we laughed our asses off together. Thanks again King Asanka!
−Nothing. It’s a real local experience with Asanka and is start-up hostel. A real must do if you accept basic facilities.
Natasha
Canada · Group of friends · January 2025
“Good location but did not live up to enthusiastic reviews”
+The location was great to get out of Kandy and be close to the peradeniya train station. The king bed was large and comfortable with clean bedding and towels. The breakfast was tasty and Asanka was easy to reach via WhatsApp for planning. The hostel is in a beautiful quiet area.
−During our stay Asanka made a few unprofessional comments and tasteless jokes. There is a gap between the wall and the roof so it’s open to outside and bugs can enter easily although we did not have major issues with this I think people should be aware. The rooms are darker in real life than in the photos. The dorm room does not have a door and just a curtain. The door to the private room that we stayed in makes a loud noise when it opens and closes and would definitely wake everyone up when coming and going to use the bathroom.
Dominick
Netherlands · Solo · January 2025
“Best place to stay to catch the train to Ella!”
+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 at the google reviews those places are filled with mold or have less than favourable reviews. This place is all positive. The staff will make you feel at home and they will do everything in their power to get you on the train to Ella!