Hotels in Jaffna
🏨Below are some of the best areas to stay in Jaffna and recommended hotels. Each neighbourhood has its own unique benefits, so you can pick the one that best fits your travel preferences.
1. North Gate Hotel
• Prices start from AU$113 and it has a 8.6/10 rating based on 73 reviews.
• Located only 0.23km from Shirdi Sai Mandir.
2. Jetwing Jaffna
• Starting from AU$141 to AU$420. Rated 8.6/10 based on 59 reviews.
• Majestic Cineplex is easy to reach, just 0.06km away.
3. The Valampuri
• Prices start from AU$52 and it has a 7.4/10 rating based on 39 reviews.
• Including Indoor swimming pool, Private parking, and Airport pick-up.
4. Fox Jaffna
• Starting from AU$84 to AU$357. Rated 9.2/10 based on 68 reviews.
• Including Outdoor swimming pool, Massage Room, and Private parking.
5. Amis Hotel & Restaurant
• From AU$16 to AU$17 per night. Rated 7.5/10 from 8 reviews.
• Vairavar Kovil is easy to reach, just 0.35km away.
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"This place is suitable for a very short stay. And, the price for the place is very reasonable too."
8 reviews
7.5/10
1 night
From AU$14
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No. 4 of 4-Star Select Hotels in Northern ProvinceOutdoor swimming pool
Sauna
Fitness Room
+8
"ideally located clean and exceptionally friendly staff"
Very Good
73 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From AU$99
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No. 16 of 4-Star Select Hotels in Sri LankaOutdoor swimming pool
Massage Room
Private parking
+10
"This is one of the best options to stay in Jaffna. It’s not in the city centre, more on the outskirts of the city , there’s nothing around, so you basically plan your time in the resort. The hotel itself is nice , the rooms look a bit old but clean , there was no hot water in our room. The territory of the hotel is beautiful with the pool , restaurant, little museums to visit (ex bunkers). The food in the restaurant is yummy , the staff is friendly and polite, especially Scotty , he was very helpful and nice to us during our stay. Good experience at this hotel, just the water situation in the rooms should be improved."
Great
67 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From AU$97
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Indoor swimming pool
Private parking
Airport pick-up
+9
"The experience wasn’t too bad stop probably trade the others to greet them with the guests, but otherwise it was nothing special"
40 reviews
7.4/10
1 night
From AU$52
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Smoking Area
Meeting Room
This hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Kadurugoda Temple and 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Dambakola Patuna Sangamiththa Temple.
This hotel offers designated smoking areas.
At Jaffna Casa, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Outstanding
1 review
10/10
1 night
From AU$18
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No. 2 of 4-Star Select Hotels in Northern ProvinceHiking
Private parking
Airport pick-up
+9
"The staff were very friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived to when we departed. The rooftop bar is a nice place to relax and have a bite/nibbles. There is a supermarket within walking distance and the Jaffna market is about 500m away. Overall a good choice when staying in Jaffna."
Very Good
59 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From AU$123
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Hiking
Public parking
Airport pick-up
+7
"The hotel wasn't large, but it was quiet and safe, and the breakfast was plentiful."
Great
45 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From AU$56
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From AU$70
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Parking
Bar
Restaurant
+6
"Nice location. Hotel needs renovation. Staffs are great . Jeni and the entire team is very helpful, friendly and supportive."
Good
44 reviews
7.9/10
1 night
From AU$41
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Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
"Four bedrooms in this beautiful home. There is a very beautiful pool and the food is out of this world. It is more of a showroom type home than Hotel. It is extremely quiet and it is more or less sold out in the summer, but I am so lucky to have stayed here."
Outstanding
28 reviews
9.8/10
1 night
From AU$212
Trip.com's insights for hotels in Jaffna
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Which month offers the lowest hotel rates in Jaffna?
November is the most affordable month to book a hotel in Jaffna, with average nightly rates around AU$106. Prices peak in July, when rates reach about AU$231 per night.
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AU$130
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AU$160
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AU$125
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AU$142
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AU$189
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What is the cheapest day of the week for hotels in Jaffna?
Hotel rates in Jaffna are typically lowest on Saturday, with average nightly rates around AU$110. Tuesday tends to be the most expensive, averaging AU$235 per night.
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9.2/10
47 reviewsThe Thinnai Hotel Jaffna
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Royal Palace Ruins and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 58 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
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8.0/10
3 reviewsSobiaVilla
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
A stay at Sobia Villa places you in the heart of Jaffna, within a 5-minute drive of Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts and St Mary’s Cathedral. This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Jaffna Archaeological Museum and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers are provided.
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7.3/10
0 reviewsPalm Beach Resort Ceylon
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
With a stay at Palm Beach Resort Ceylon in Ariyalai East, you'll be 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Jaffna Archaeological Museum and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. This resort is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts and 6.8 mi (11 km) from St Mary’s Cathedral.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as cooking classes or take in the view from a garden.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The resort also offers 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and LED televisions. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and dishwashers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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9.7/10
50 reviewsJaffna Heritage Hotel
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
A stay at Jaffna Heritage Hotel places you in the heart of Jaffna, within a 10-minute walk of Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil and Royal Palace Ruins. This family-friendly hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Jaffna Archaeological Museum and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Jaffna? This hotel has 1000 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
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6.0/10
16 reviewsGreen Grass Hotel & Restaurant
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
With a stay at Green Grass in Jaffna, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Our Lady of Refuge Church and Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Jaffna Archaeological Museum and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from St Jame's Church.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a banquet hall. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary bottled water.
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8.7/10
1 reviewsJamuna Villa
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
Located in Nallur, Jamuna Villa is in a regional park, within a 15-minute walk of Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil and Royal Palace Ruins. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Jaffna Archaeological Museum and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Nallur? This hotel has facilities measuring 1000 square feet (93 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
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6.7/10
4 reviewsUK Inn Guest House
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
A stay at uk inn guest house places you in the heart of Jaffna, within a 15-minute walk of Jaffna Vegetable Market and Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Jaffna Clock Tower and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Jaffna Public Library.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At uk inn guest house, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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7.4/10
0 reviewsMercuryfm 101- Mercury Inn - Jaffna
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
With a stay at MercuryFM 101- Mercury Inn - Jaffna in Jaffna, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts and St Mary’s Cathedral. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Our Lady of Refuge Church and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from St Jame's Church.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on request.
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Infenta's Villa
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dambakola Patuna Sangamiththa Temple and 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Kadurugoda Temple.
At Infenta's Villa, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.9/10
5 reviewsDayanithi Guest House
Hotel near Jaffna
Popular choice among guests booking hotels in Jaffna
Located in Uduvil, Dayanithi Guest House is within a 15-minute drive of Kadurugoda Temple and Jaffna Vegetable Market. This guesthouse is 5 mi (8 km) from Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil and 5 mi (8 km) from Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
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9.1/10
31 reviewsThambu Illam
Hotel near Jaffna
Guest favorite for Jaffna hotels with breakfast
With a stay at Thambu Illam in Jaffna, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre and Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Royal Palace Ruins and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Jaffna Archaeological Museum.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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7.6/10
6 reviewsPJ Hotels Jaffna
Hotel near Jaffna
Guest favorite for Jaffna hotels with breakfast
This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Thurkkai Amman Kovil and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Kadurugoda Temple.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
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7.4/10
1 reviewsYal's Town Inn
Hotel near Jaffna
Guest favorite for Jaffna hotels with breakfast
With a stay at Yals town inn in Jaffna, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Jaffna Vegetable Market and Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Jaffna Clock Tower and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Jaffna Public Library.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and a banquet hall.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms.
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FAQs About Hotels in Jaffna
What are the best places to stay in Jaffna?
Some of the best places to stay in Jaffna are near popular attractions like Jaffna Fort and St. Joseph＇s Church (New), offering easy access to key sights and amenities.
What are the top hotels in Jaffna near Jaffna Fort?
Some of the top hotels in Jaffna near Jaffna Fort include Jetwing Jaffna (from AU$141), North Gate Hotel (from AU$113) and Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan (from AU$261), all offering easy access to Jaffna Fort, making them ideal for visitors looking to explore the area.
What are some of the best hotels in Jaffna?
The most popular Jaffna hotels for your stay: North Gate Hotel (from AU$113), Jetwing Jaffna (from AU$141) and The Valampuri (from AU$52) are the preferred hotels.
Which hotels in Jaffna have swimming pools?
North Gate Hotel (from AU$113), The Valampuri (from AU$52) and Fox Jaffna (from AU$84) are hotels with swimming pools. Stay at any of these hotels to enjoy a swimming pool!
What hotels in Jaffna offer an especially good breakfast ?
North Gate Hotel (from AU$113),Jetwing Jaffna (from AU$141) and The Valampuri (from AU$52) provide high-quality breakfast. Start your day with a delicious breakfast!
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Jaffna Hotels Information
Number of reviews
621
Total properties
24
Weekday Avg. Price
AU$80
Weekend Avg. Price
AU$80
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North Gate Hotel