Hotel Cedar

Hotels
7.6 (78 reviews)
Kandy Rd, Jaffna, Sri Lanka , Jaffna , lk

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great Location
Cons:
Dirty bathrooms
Maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Mixed reviews on cleanliness, with some guests mentioning cleanliness as a positive aspect and others highlighting issues with dirty bathrooms.
Service
7.5
Service was generally appreciated, but a few guests mentioned issues with maintenance and lack of proper amenities.
Location
7.5
Guests praised the hotel's location, despite some negative feedback on certain amenities like the bathroom.
Room Quality
6.7
Mixed reviews on room quality, with mentions of compact small rooms alongside complaints about dirty bathrooms and maintenance issues.
Amenities
6.5
Amenities received mixed reviews, with guests highlighting issues like dirty bathrooms, maintenance problems, and lack of proper draining.
Value for Money
6
Some guests felt the hotel was priced too high given the issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and amenities.
Food and Beverage
5.3
Limited feedback on food and beverage, with some guests praising the location while others complained about the quality of bathrooms.
Overall Experience
6.3
Overall, guests had a mixed experience at the hotel due to cleanliness, maintenance, and bathroom issues. Recommendations varied.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-28 15:14

Property Description

Modern Accommodation in Jaffna

Convenient Location: Located just 1.1 km from Jaffna Railway Station, Cedar offers easy access to key attractions like Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and Jaffna Fort.

Comfortable Rooms: Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Some rooms even boast a balcony for a picturesque view.

24-Hour Service: Enjoy a hassle-free stay with a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and complimentary parking at Cedar hotel.

Book your stay at Cedar for a memorable experience in Jaffna.

Important information:

Please inform Hotel Cedar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 16 years old stay for US$4 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children 17 years old stay for US$5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 78 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 7.5
Location: 7.5
Room Quality: 6.7
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 5.3
Overall Experience: 6.3
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Piyumi • young couple • lk
10
Highly recommend
2025-02-03 • via Nuitee
C
Channaka • young couple • lk
6
Pleasant
Pros:

Very compact small room

2025-01-07 • via Nuitee
S
Sap • family with young children • au
5
Passable
2025-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Wickramaarachchi • family with young children • lk
1
Bad
Pros:

The Location is good

Cons:

Bathroom is very dirty. no proper draining from wash basin.Water from wash basin flow thru bathroom floor. smelly. Light globe blinking . need to be replaced, Hand shower didn't have a holder

2025-01-05 • via Nuitee
V
Venkatasen • young couple • za
8
Very good
2025-01-03 • via Nuitee
J
Jeremy • family with young children • ca
7
Good
2024-12-30 • via Nuitee
D
Doug • solo traveller • gb
8
Very good
2024-10-13 • via Nuitee
N
Nadarajah • family with young children • lk
7
Good
Pros:

Super atmospier

Cons:

Double room look like single room

2024-09-11 • via Nuitee
R
Rajendran • young couple • ca
5
Passable
Pros:

No breakfast provided

Cons:

It should have a good intercom system
Washroom needs repairs

2024-09-05 • via Nuitee
C
Com • family with young children • lk
2
8 hr stay in
Pros:

Bad hotel

Cons:

Not like this hotel

2024-08-22 • via Nuitee
S
Sudesan • family with young children • my
4
Disappointing
2024-07-25 • via Nuitee
R
Ram • solo traveller • gb
8
Very good
2024-04-23 • via Nuitee
S
Sarai • young couple • th
8
Good location, sraffs are nice
Pros:

Good location , humble staff, he works hard, towels are not enough then he ironed for me, good wifi

Cons:

A louder noise of building hotel between I stayed, bathroom wet

2024-04-15 • via Nuitee
K
Kobinath • young couple • lk
7
Good
2024-04-13 • via Nuitee
S
Safwan • solo traveller • lk
10
Good stay
Pros:

Very friendly staff and value for money

2024-04-09 • via Nuitee
T
Thambirajah • solo traveller • au
7
Peaceful stay
Pros:

Nice location and quiet

Cons:

Providing breakfast

2024-04-02 • via Nuitee
K
Kamalamohan • review category business travellers • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Very nice 👌

Cons:

Service

2024-03-31 • via Nuitee
C
Chanaka • young couple • lk
1
Horrible booking experience 😡
Pros:

It's just close to town.

Cons:

The room/ the staff. I booked a room with a balcony and they did not have such room available. I was in trouble having no place to stay and had to leave and look for another room in a different hotel.

2024-03-29 • via Nuitee
V
Vlog • young couple • it
9
Superb
2024-03-21 • via Nuitee
W
Wass_wicky • young couple • lk
7
Good
2024-02-24 • via Nuitee