Kandy on a backpacker budget
Kandy costs a backpacker about €18 a day before a bed. Here is what that covers, where to sleep near the centre, and which overland corridors run through it.
Modelled estimates, not quotes. Last rebuilt 2026-09-23.
What to see
Temple of the Tooth, botanical gardens.
Eating
Kottu €1.50.
Beds near the centre
Distances are from the city centre point the planner uses.
| Malwatta Pilgrims Rest | hostel | 0.1 km |
| Highest View | hostel | 0.4 km |
| Lake Classical Guesthouse | guest house | 0.0 km |
| Hotel Amaara Lake | hotel | 0.1 km |
| McLeod Inn | hotel | 0.1 km |
Markets and cheap eats
| Spice Food Court | market | 0.5 km |
| Torrington Shopping Complex | market | 0.6 km |
| Mango Garden | regional | 0.3 km |
Nearest hospital
Worth knowing before you need it.
| Galaha Hospital | emergency | 11.3 km |
Routes through Kandy
Costed corridors that pass through, each with the full leg-by-leg breakdown.
Next stops on the network
Common questions
How much does Kandy cost per day?
Budget about €18 a day for food and local transport, plus a bed. A dorm bunk runs around €8, a twin room about €21, and a small guesthouse room about €28. Two people sharing a twin usually beat two dorm beds here.
What is worth seeing in Kandy?
Temple of the Tooth, botanical gardens.
Where do you eat cheaply in Kandy?
Kottu €1.50.
Build a route that runs through Kandy, costed end to end.
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