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The Mango Nest, hotel in 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.

Helpful property manager (Mathushan) who was always around and willing to assist. Fantastic Jaffna breakfast served when ordered the night before. Clean indoor swimming pool (though not very deep) to help relieve from the Jaffna sun. Great rooms and bathroom. Interesting local art/photos on the walls as well.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£271.40
per night
Rose Fort Homestay, hotel in Jaffna

Rose Fort Homestay is located in Jaffna, 5.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 6.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, and 6.4 km from Jaffna Fort.

Wonderful host. Perfect location to visit Nallur, Jaffna town or Thennavelly. Great food from the host as well. Rooms are all air conditioned and clean. The host also helps with other inquiries and arrangements like travelling, etc..
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
£12.89
per night
Berty's Cottage, hotel in Jaffna

Set within 1.3 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 1.8 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Berty's Cottage offers accommodation with seating area.

Berty Cottages: A Home Stay Like No Other I discovered Berty Cottages through my aunt, though I booked via booking.com. From the moment I arrived, they went above and beyond—ensuring I had a trishaw from the bus station for my early morning arrival. The atmosphere was warm and homely, with casual conversations and complete transparency making the stay feel effortless. They even prepared meals of my choice and offered tea when they noticed I looked tired. Instead of knocking, they sent me a message when breakfast was ready—such thoughtful gestures. The delicious Jaffna food, paired with their incredible hospitality, made it a truly wonderful experience. Berty Cottages is the perfect place for a cozy, homely stay.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
32 reviews
Price from
£32.65
per night
Nalluran illam - 2 bed room, hotel in 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.

Lovely hosts that welcomed us and gave also breakfast for free on the second day. Clean and spacious rooms with the basic stuff necessary to stay for 2 days.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
£18.93
per night
Abi Holiday Home - Jaffna Town, hotel in Jaffna

Situated just 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Abi Holiday Home - Jaffna Town provides accommodation in Jaffna with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen.

While the rooms and linen were well maintained, I must express some disappointment with the overall cleanliness, particularly the unhygienic state of the toilets. Unfortunately, the value for the price paid did not align with the subpar bathroom conditions, impacting the overall satisfaction of my stay.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
33 reviews
Price from
£33.26
per night
Jaffna Heritage Villa, hotel in Jaffna

Situated within a few steps of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Jaffna Heritage Villa features accommodation with seating area.

Location staff big rooms
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
92 reviews
Price from
£49.72
per night
Jaffna RR Holiday Home -AC, hotel in Jaffna

Jaffna RR Holiday Home -AC is situated in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, and 2.3 km from Jaffna Public Library.

better add some value added services such break fast
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
29 reviews
Price from
£24.86
per night
Chety Villa, hotel in Jaffna

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Chety Villa is situated in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

Everything for our group of 4 adults.: the accommodation was spacious, clean, quiet, generous with drinking water, kitchen, laundry items etc. Location was walking distance to Nallur Temple and enough surrounding eateries, and 6km from the train station and town. Meandering streets were quiet. Nishaan, the owner manager, was responsive to all our queries and orientated us to sights. We also stayed a night at Borassus Nature huts on the fishing island ..bicycles and fun ...ask Nishaan
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
27 reviews
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  • The Mango Nest
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 5 reviews

    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.

    Massive villa with indoor pool. Very nice furniture.

  • Berty's Cottage
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews

    Set within 1.3 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 1.8 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Berty's Cottage offers accommodation with seating area.

    Great location. Great room. Friendly people. Highly recommend.

  • Jaffna Heritage Villa
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 92 reviews

    Situated within a few steps of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Jaffna Heritage Villa features accommodation with seating area.

    De service en vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel. Mooie ruime kamers

  • Rose Fort Homestay
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 20 reviews

    Rose Fort Homestay is located in Jaffna, 5.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 6.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, and 6.4 km from Jaffna Fort.

    Toute la famille est sympathique et a passé du temps dans les échanges et les conseils.Les breakfast et dîners étaiet bons et copieux .

  • Avanthigai Holiday INN
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Avanthigai Holiday INN is located in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Jaffna Fort and 2.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

  • SHAKIN SHASHA BEACH HOUSE

    Situated 12 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 13 km from Jaffna Public Library and 13 km from Jaffna Fort, SHAKIN SHASHA BEACH HOUSE features accommodation located in Jaffna.

  • Maeva Luxury villa with swimming pool
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, garden view and a balcony, Maeva Luxury villa with swimming pool is set in Jaffna.

    Sehr schöne Villa mit guter Ausstattung. Die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich und äußerst hilfsbereit. Das hat den Aufenthalt sehr angenehm gemacht.

  • Suguna Villa
    Breakfast options

    Boasting garden views, Suguna Villa offers accommodation with a balcony, around 5.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

These cottages in Jaffna have options with FREE cancellation

  • Nalluran illam - 2 bed room
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 23 reviews

    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.

    Good location, accessible to most places. Easy to order food to.

  • Chety Villa
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 27 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, Chety Villa is situated in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

    Super host, care taker does her job well, very clean. Had all the amenities promised

  • Abi Holiday Home - Jaffna Town
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 33 reviews

    Situated just 2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Abi Holiday Home - Jaffna Town provides accommodation in Jaffna with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Very peaceful place and maintain the good standard of the room

  • Jaffna RR Holiday Home -AC
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 29 reviews

    Jaffna RR Holiday Home -AC is situated in Jaffna, 1.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station, and 2.3 km from Jaffna Public Library.

    better add some value added services such break fast

  • Free cancellation options available

    Lalitha Holiday Inn is located in Jaffna, 1.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, 1.7 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 2.1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

  • Nallur villa
    Free cancellation options available

    Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Nallur villa is set in Jaffna, just 700 metres from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

  • Bavani's Home
    Free cancellation options available

    Featuring garden views, Bavani's Home provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 3.4 km from Nilavarai Well.

  • KGKVilla
    Free cancellation options available

    Offering garden views, KGKVilla is an accommodation situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 3.4 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

Travelling by car? These cottages in Jaffna offer free parking!

  • The Chapters
    Free parking

    The Chapters, a property with a garden, is situated in Jaffna, 5.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 6.5 km from Jaffna Fort.

  • Matheera holiday home
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4 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.

  • Nithusha holiday house நிதுஷா சுற்றுலா விடுதி

    Set in Jaffna with Jaffna Railway Station and Nallur Kandaswamy Temple nearby, Nithusha holiday house நிதுஷா சுற்றுலா விடுதி offers accommodation with free private parking.

  • Kilner Lane Guest House
    Scored 3.3
    3.3
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Jaffna and only 1.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, Kilner Lane Guest House provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Spacious Full House Rental

    Spacious Full House Rental, a property with a terrace, is located in Jaffna, 1.7 km from Jaffna Public Library, 1.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, as well as 2.1 km from Jaffna Fort.

  • Suguna Villa
    Free parking

    Featuring garden views, Suguna Villa offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 5.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Lone Star Residence
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Lone Star Residence is situated in Jaffna.

  • Rajeevan Garden Guest House
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2 reviews

    Located just 1 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Rajeevan Garden Guest House offers accommodation in Jaffna with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security.

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  • Avg. price/night: £84.64
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 404 reviews
    Spacy rooms (in heritage). Nice pool. Friendly and flexible staff. Good laundry service.
    Martin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £29.21
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews
    Run by a friendly and attentive couple, the place was immaculate, providing a peaceful retreat without any disturbances. The highlight of our mornings was the delicious breakfast. This cottage is perfect for both foreigners and local families looking for a comfortable and welcoming place to stay. Highly recommended!
    Lakshika
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £29.21
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews
    Berty and his wife are charming hosts and nothing is too much trouble for them. Their cooking is absolutely delicious - a delight to get enjoyed. The rooms are spacious and very clean. I had left my medicines in Colombo and Berty took me I to the pharmacy to have the replaced. Their ho e is situated in a very quiet area and you wake to the sound of a variety of birds. A very enjoyable and comfortable stay and I will definitely stay there again when I next return to Jaffna
    David
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £84.64
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 404 reviews
    The staff were very helpful. The pool was clean and a good size and the grounds are neatly kept. The bunkers were fascinating and the old parts of the property charming.
    Brar
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £29.21
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 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.
    Valma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £29.21
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews
    Berty was a very amicable, courteous host in his home. Right from the start he helped in arranging pick up from the airport & a warm welcome at his place. Room was simple but quiet, clean and comfortable. Location excellent. Breakfast was fresh and well prepared. He also helped in organising tours around Jaffna and taxi service to Colombo. If you are looking for simple yet comfortable homestay in Jaffna, Berty Cottage is a gem of a place sure to satisfy most guests.
    Etesh
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £23.30
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 40 reviews
    I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and cozy, and the staff was friendly and helpful. The central location allowed for easy exploration. While there wasn't a wellness area, the overall positive atmosphere was convincing. I would gladly recommend the hotel and look forward to my next visit
    Gowthaman
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 13 reviews
    Friendly owner, easy parking. Nice house with a fridge you can use and a cozy living room.
    Jean-Simon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £13.48
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 149 reviews
    The house is down a quiet cul-de-sac, with a leafy garden and outside patio. Our room was large, with good size comfortable double bed. Air con, plus fan, plus mosquito net over bed. Plenty of sockets and good wifi. A lounge area with T.V. and dining area. Excellent delicious substantial breakfast. Allen was an extremely charming and helpful host, always willing to answer our questions, phone transport etc.
    Robin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £29.21
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews
    We really liked Betty’s Cottage and the owners were really nice. They booked our bus from Colombo to Jaffna which was a huge help, and they waited up until 4 am for us to arrive. We had only booked the place for the following night so they charged us half a day. The breakfast offered was fine, nothing to rave about. The WiFi is really good! The hosts are also nice and very dedicated to making sure we got everything we needed.
    Mauro
    People with friends
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