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Guest Houses in Jaffna

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The best guest houses in Jaffna

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
    From
    US$14
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
    From
    US$14
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
    From
    US$18
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
    From
    US$33
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
    From
    US$21
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
    From
    US$27
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
    From
    US$10
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Looking for a guest house?

Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

Most booked guest houses in Jaffna and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Jaffna

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Jaffna and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Jaffna Public Library and 1.8 km of Jaffna Railway Station in Jaffna, Golden Star Guest House features accommodation with seating area.

From US$21.35 per night

Yaarl Holiday

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Yaarl Holiday, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Jaffna, less than 1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, a 19-minute walk from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, as well as 1.9 km from Jaffna Public...

Allens home stay

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

Allens home stay, a property with a terrace, is set in Jaffna, 600 metres from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 1.5 km from Jaffna Railway Station, as well as 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews

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 and a kitchenette.

Sri Kumaran

Jaffna
Breakfast options

Sri Kumaran is set in Jaffna.

Superior rest

Jaffna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Superior rest, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 2.3 km from Jaffna Railway Station, 2.6 km from Jaffna Public Library, as well as 3 km from Jaffna Fort.

From US$25.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Sunflowers Canada House, a property with a garden, is located in Jaffna, 3.1 km from Jaffna Public Library, 3.5 km from Jaffna Fort, as well as 3.6 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

D'Villa Garden House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Jaffna, 2.8 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.

Save money on guest houses in Jaffna and nearby – budget options available

Kumar inn

Jaffna
Budget options available

Situated in Jaffna, 2 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 2.4 km from Jaffna Public Library, Kumar inn offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$80.29 per night

Situated within 8.5 km of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and 8.8 km of Jaffna Public Library, Holiday Bungalow for rent, Inuvil, Jaffna offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Uduvil.

From US$90.75 per night

Ash Cottage

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Jaffna, 13 km from Jaffna Public Library and 13 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Ash Cottage offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$52.19 per night

Green star villa

Jaffna
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Green star villa, a property with a garden, is situated in Jaffna, 2.5 km from Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, 2.7 km from Jaffna Railway Station, as well as 3.7 km from Jaffna Public Library.

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Guest houses that travellers love in Jaffna

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Tony is a great host! He was very helpful, friendly and nice to chat with. He arranged for me a tour of Jaffna peninsula and helped with other travel arrangements. In the guest house there are whiteboards with lots of useful info for travellers such as train and bus schedules. Breakfast (a la carte) had a lot of options to choose from. Overall basic guest house but with great vibe and services.
Guest review by
Giulia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$44.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Haran the host was the most helpful we have met. He arranged everything from tours, places to visit and where the best food places to eat. When asked about where to eat out on our final night, he decided to cook us a meal and it was delicious. Breakfasts were outstanding each morning with fresh fruit and home cooked Sri Lankan Jaffna tucker.
Guest review by
Francis
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 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.
Guest review by
Robin
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 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.
Guest review by
Laura
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$44.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Quiet Guesthouse in a busy area. The host provided a fantastic breakfast and helpful information. Very spacious accommodation.
Guest review by
Debra
Young couple