Hotels in Jaffna, Sri Lanka

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67/10, Poomanai Veethy, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Dayanithi Guest House is located in Jaffna and offers free Wi-Fi. It also provides a 24-hour reception, a car rental desk and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
58 reviews
Location
7.0 km from city centre
No. 33, Aaseervatham Ln., Hospital Rd, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Offering a restaurant, bar and outdoor pool, Green Grass Hotel & Restaurant is only a five-minute stroll from Jaffna Railway Station. Guests can also enjoy free wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.4
Good
11 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
444, Thondamanaaru Road, Avarangal Junction, Atchuvely, Sri Lanka Jaffna Town, Sri Lanka, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Within a 25-minute car ride of SLAF Palaly, PJ HOTELS offers a swimming pool and complimentary wireless internet. It provides 3-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.8
Good
26 reviews
Location
16.0 km from city centre
257, K.K.S Road, Kokuvil, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts is situated in Jaffna and offers free Wi-Fi. It also provides meeting rooms, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
346 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
49 Victoria Road, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Subhas Hotel provides 3-star accommodation in Jaffna. It also offers complimentary wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.5
Good
41 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Jaffna

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Jaffna. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Jaffna:$52/night
Cheapest price found:$15/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Friday
$18 - $185
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$19 - $91
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Top-rated Jaffna hotels

Browse through properties in Jaffna that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 226 properties in Jaffna and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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37, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$158
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Hotel prices in Jaffna

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67/10, Poomanai Veethy, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
444, Thondamanaaru Road, Avarangal Junction, Atchuvely, Sri Lanka Jaffna Town, Sri Lanka, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
No. 33, Aaseervatham Ln., Hospital Rd, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
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37, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
257, K.K.S Road, Kokuvil, Jaffna, Sri Lanka

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Where to stay in Jaffna

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About Jaffna

Serving as the cultural capital of Sri Lanka’s Tamil community, Jaffna lies on the island’s far northern tip, just across Palk Strait from India. Largely inaccessible during the Civil War years, it’s now opened its doors to visitors, with vibrant temples and a rich colonial history to discover.

Things to do in Jaffna

Marvel at the ornate gopuram tower of the Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, which is one of the most impressive Hindu temples in Sri Lanka. Surrounded by red-and-white striped walls, the sprawling complex features numerous shrines, golden arch-lined corridors and a picturesque courtyard centred around a large tank. Coincide your visit with one of the daily pujas or attend the annual Nallur Festival, which sees sarong-clad men hauling a huge chariot through the surrounding streets.

Delve into the history of the region at the Jaffna Archaeological Museum, where exhibits range from ancient ceramic pieces to colonial-era Dutch cannons. In addition to its Buddhist and Hindu religious artefacts, a highlight of the museum’s collection is its findings from the archaeological excavations at nearby Kandarodai.

One of the city’s most striking landmarks is the Jaffna Public Library, where its whitewashed exterior is surrounded by lush gardens. Overlooking Palk Strait is the Jaffna Fort, which was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. Later occupied by the Dutch and the British, it’s now garrisoned by the Sri Lankan Army, with its ramparts a popular spot to watch the sunset each evening.

Getting around Jaffna

Jaffna International Airport is the main gateway to Jaffna and around 35 minutes’ drive from the centre. Regular train and bus services make the eight-hour journey to and from Colombo. Buses also connect to towns and villages across northern Sri Lanka, while auto-rickshaws are available for getting around the city.

Facts about staying in Jaffna

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  • What are the best hotels in Jaffna?

    280 reviews rated Jetwing Jaffna with an average score of 8.1/10. It may also be worth looking into the D'Villa Guest House, which received a rating of 8.3/10 from 83 reviews. The Valampuri could also be a good option, with a score of 7.0/10 from 333 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Jaffna cost?

    Jaffna hotels have an average price of $97/night (based on searches on HotelsCombined in the last 3 days). For a 4-star hotel, the average price is $138/night, and if you are looking for a 5-star hotel in Jaffna then the average price is around $52/night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Jaffna?

    Prices for Jaffna hotels have been found for as low as $12/night over the last 3 days.

  • How much is a hotel in Jaffna tonight?

    Over the last 3 days, the starting price of a hotel in Jaffna tonight has been as low as $12 and the average price has been $12. If you’d prefer 4-star accommodation, expect to pay at least $116 for this evening.

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