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"It wasn’t good. We arrived late to nobody being around. We had to ask for facilities to cook and for the Wi-Fi, which didn’t work very well. The room wasn’t clean, with us finding hairs in the sheets the bathroom constantly smelling. I reckon once, it was brilliant but now it’s rubbish. Not even in a good location. "

"Great hotel with really friendly owners. Stayed 3 nights, one fantastic breakfast in hotel and two packed sandwiches which were great for early morning trips. Really good advice on where to visit. Thanks all"

"This is an extremely budget friendly place and you get what you pay for. There's little privacy, you'll pay to use the kitchen, it's pretty dirty, and it's far from the center, but if what you need is a cheap spot, look no further! On the plus side, the staff was friendly, it's not far from the big Buddha overlooking the city and the wifi worked great."

P1,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

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Hostels and More in Mawanella

If you have trouble finding a hostel in Mawanella, there are 35 accommodation options within 10 miles, and we can help you pick the best one for you. For those who would rather spend less on overnight costs and focus more on sightseeing, you can score great deals on Expedia.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Mawanella?

The weather can be a big factor when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful:

The hottest months are typically February and March, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 33° C and night-time temperatures average 22° C
April-June: 33° C is the daytime average and 25° C is the night-time average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 31° C and night-time averages are around 24° C
October-December: The average temperatures are 32° C during the day and 23° C at night
Average rainfall is 62 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Mawanella?

Depending on your interests, you might enjoy these places:

Natural Features

Royal Botanical Garden
Alagalla Mountain
Millennium Elephant Foundation

Cultural Attractions

Suriyakantha Centre d'Art et de Culture
Ceylon Tea Museum
National Museum

Additional Attractions

Uthuwankanda Church
Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Center
Pinnawala Zoo

How to Get to Mawanella and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.), located 39 mi (62.7 km) away from the city centre.

Mawanella Hostels information

Number of reviews	62
Accommodation	20 Hostels
Lowest Price	P851
Highest Price	P1,394

Recent Reviews in Mawanella

5/5 Excellent

Comfortable room wth a view

"Very comfortable bed in a room with stunning views over the lake in Kandy. Only downside was no lift, but staff were very helpful getting the bags up to the room. Will stay there again if I’m back in Kandy."

A verified traveler stayed at Viyana Boutique Hotel

Posted 18 hours ago

5/5 Excellent

"Although our first night was spoiled because our room was booked next to a married family and friends whom talked/laughed and were very loud and obnoxious between 3:30am until 8am despite staff asking them to keep it quiet in the early hours. However, as soon as staff became aware of the problem they jumped on it and tried their best to help us. The manager apologized and was very kind and friendly. Also they brought us breakfast in-room so we could sleep in due to loss of hours. Also because we missed dinner as we came back after midnight after our outing, the manager arranged for us to have sandwiches and fruit, coffee and juice waiting for us in the room. On our last day because we were checking out early, they packed us breakfast for our journey out. Views are beautiful from the room. It takes about 20-25 minutes by car from town to the hotel through windy but beautiful local mountain road. Got some great sunrise photos. Everything we ate was delicious. Thank you Fox Resorts!"

A verified traveler stayed at FOX Resorts Kandy

Posted 3 weeks ago

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Mawanella?

You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our guests: Hills Seen Hotel - 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from the heart of Mawanella. Located within a 20-minute walk of Kandy Lake and Temple of the Tooth. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Mawanella?

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and March with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 81°F. The rainiest months in Mawanella are August, July, June, and November, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Mawanella?

Top attractions include Kandy Lake and Temple of the Tooth. Get out into nature with places like Royal Botanical Garden, Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, and Ramboda Falls. Additional attractions include Uthuwankanda Church, Ambuluwawa Temple, and Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre.

What's the best way to get to and around Mawanella while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Mawanella in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), 40.2 mi (64.7 km) from the city center.

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Find out more about Mawanella

Find out more about Mawanella

Hostels and More in Mawanella

When Is the Best Time to Visit Mawanella?

What Can I Do in Mawanella?

How to Get to Mawanella and Around the Area

Mawanella Hostels information

Recent Reviews in Mawanella

Recent Reviews in Mawanella

Viyana Boutique Hotel

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