Budget Hostels from RM 23

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for going out. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its gardens and lake views.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Kandy Railway Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs. Eden Kandy - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Kandy City Rooms & Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Truly Hostel Kandy - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Banana Bunks Kandy - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. Rooms come with bed sheets and free bottled water.

If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Kandy, one of Expedia's 13 hostels could be a great option.

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in Kandy are November, October, December and April, with each month seeing an average of 355 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy these things around Kandy. Get out into nature with places such as Wales Park, Kandy Lake and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. Cultural attractions include Ceylon Tea Museum, National Museum and International Buddhist Museum. Visit landmarks such as Temple of the Tooth and Royal Palace of Kandy.

Keep this information about transit options in Kandy in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.), located 51.9 mi (83.5 km) from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you're hoping to see more of the area, head over to Kandy Railway Station to catch a train.