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Located within 1.3 km of Jaffna Railway Station and 2 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna, Tony's Garden House Back Packers inn offers accommodation with seating area. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Super cool host Give super tips of all kind (transport, transport app, where to eat, what to do, etc) Super dog (Golden retriever Sophie) Pet friendly Super location All what you would love to have ❤️

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9.3
Superb
298 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Set within 400 metres of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km of Jaffna Railway Station, Nallur Residence features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Jaffna. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the guest house also offers car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

it was a pleasant stay, the Host was really helpful. Breakfast was great and delicious. happy with overall stay!

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9
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

Allens home stay, a property with a terrace, is set in Jaffna, 2.2 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3.5 km from Jaffna Fort. The air-conditioned accommodation is 200 metres from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

Allen is a very friendly host with a lot of knowledge about the culture and the area. His place was a really nice accomodation. We really recommend this place!

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9.7
Exceptional
120 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Some accommodation includes a balcony and a cable flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the guest house, units come with a private bathroom.

A car rental service is available at the guest house.

Location is just perfect. Town is 2 mints walking distance. Great Villa and beautiful. Rooms are beautiful, cleaned and comfy. Helpful staff. Jaffna style foods are delicious. I really liked that the room service. The parking was easy. The food was fantastic and very fast to arrive. It is the best place to stay in Jaffna

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8.5
Very good
110 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, D'Villa Garden House is situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Jaffna Railway Station and 3.8 km from Jaffna Public Library. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The units in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.

A car rental service is available at the guest house.

Hot water, comfortable bed, laundry service, delicious breakfast, friendly owner and staff

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8.8
Fabulous
158 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Nallur Holidays Inn in Jaffna provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The hospitality is so good. The host is very kind. The rooms are neat and clean, Free WiFi and water. They have washing machine too. Booked for 2 days, extended my stay for 4 days. Highly recommended stay in Jaffna

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8.4
Very good
297 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Located in Jaffna, 2.5 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Brinthavanam Days Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is allergy-free and is set 3.5 km from Jaffna Railway Station.

Amazing, lovely young family that takes care of everything and are really good hosts who make amazing breakfast every day

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8.2
Very good
115 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Set 2.3 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Senthil Complex offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Clean and comfortable room with friendly staff :) Good breakfast too! Would recommend

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8.6
Fabulous
211 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

The guest house specialises in an à la carte and continental breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site traditional restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and high tea.

Great location. New, well built suites with beautiful interior. Excellent breakfast, both local and continental menu items. Very helpful, hospitable, service-oriented staff.

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8.4
Very good
153 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

Featuring a patio with inner courtyard views, a garden and a shared lounge, WIMAL PALACE can be found in Jaffna, close to Jaffna Railway Station and 2.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The guest house offers garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Great location for transportation, services and amenities. Still in a quiet neighborhood. Cleanest new building with a cool breeze from the trees around. More than enough personnel for security, maintenance etc. I rented a small single room, but there are bigger a/c rooms with plenty of common space to accommodate groups.

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8.2
Very good
23 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 298 reviews
    Great location, comfy rooms, Tony was the best host with loads of reccomendations and helping to book things
    poppy
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £10.90
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 39 reviews
    The host girl was always friendly and smiling, very helpful, watching out for me to arrive at the place. my experience was excellent. I really liked the breakfasts. My room was clean and comfortable, the bathroom was very good. very quiet place and not so far from the center. You can use the washing machine and there is a covered place to dry clothes, that's a big plus! no complaints.
    Jorge
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.88
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 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: £17.42
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 120 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: £17.42
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 120 reviews
    Our stay at Allens home stay was very unique! Allen knows everything about Jaffna and its surroundings and will help you in any way to make your trip up north a special one. His garden is beautiful and quiet. The guesthouse is a 20 minute walk from the buisy city centre. We felt completely at home during our stay. Allen is a very warm and welcoming person. Breakfast was fantastic, Allen even made a food package when we had to catch an early train.
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £30.77
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews
    Quiet Guesthouse in a busy area. The host provided a fantastic breakfast and helpful information. Very spacious accommodation.
    Debra
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £18.07
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 310 reviews
    The only hostel in Jaffna for backpackers. Great location in the heart of the city center and within walking distance from train or bus stand. The dorm room was quite big and spacious making the stay comfortable. Each bed even had its own fan. Met some lovely people here and had a good time exploring the city. The hostel features a kitchen where you can cook if you want.
    Arpit
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.42
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 120 reviews
    lovely house with even lovelier host …. Allen is excellent so knowledgeable about the area, great company and worldly wise …. Even popped out and got us some beers for a well deserved drink after a hard day’s sightseeing… great location on a very quiet street within 5min walk of the main temple …. Breakfast is amazing home cooked and locally sourced ingredients (some picked from his own garden - 3 types of bananas )and will taylor to your tastes…
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £30.77
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews
    Haran is an awesome host! Very thoughtful, always helpful, generous with tea and coffee :) and generally a great guy. It was quiet, clean and in a great location.
    Tobias
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £18.07
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 310 reviews
    Great hostel in city center of Jaffna. Market, restaurants and (hidden) bars are nearby. Thank you
    Eilert
    Solo traveller
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