Jily Stay

Hotels
8.8 (66 reviews)
No 12/5, Mahasen Mawatha, Hantana Pedesa , Kandy , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Humid rooms
Noise from dogs

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
There were mentions of humidity in the rooms and mosquitoes, which affect the overall cleanliness.
Service
9.25
Multiple reviews highlighted the helpfulness and kindness of the staff, especially Ishaka.
Location
8.79
Located on a hillside, it offers good views, but requires transport to reach town.
Room Quality
8.74
Rooms are well maintained and provide good amenities, although some had issues like water temperature.
Amenities
8.77
The amenities provided were satisfactory, with issues noted regarding hot water.
Value for Money
9.23
Guests felt they received good value for the cost, especially compared to other options.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Breakfast was enjoyed, but some guests mentioned needing to pay for transportation to town.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall, guests had a pleasant stay and appreciated the place despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:05

Property Description

Luxurious Rooms with Stunning Views
Jilly Stay in Kandy offers elegantly designed rooms with modern amenities and breathtaking mountain views. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms even have a charming terrace or balcony for guests to enjoy the scenic beauty.

Relaxing Sun Terrace
Guests can unwind and soak up the sun on the hotel's inviting terrace, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or a good book while taking in the panoramic mountain vistas.

Convenient Location
Located just 1 km from Kandy city centre, Jilly Stay provides easy access to the bustling city attractions, allowing guests to explore the cultural and historical wonders of the area effortlessly.

Experience comfort, serenity, and convenience at Jilly Stay. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 66 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 9.23
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 9.05
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naoka solo_traveller jp
5
Pros:

部屋は清潔で十分広かった

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Cop solo_traveller nz
9
Pros:

ishaka was lovely and kind. She was prompt with messages about when I would check in and when I would check out. She was also able to direct me to a good, cheap, close restaurant (because the stay is a bit up the hill from Kanky). Being up the hill meant that the view from the room was very good. The shower had hot water, and the small fridge in the room was cold. When I asked for a knife to cut fruit, she got it and a cutting bowl right away. Overall, this place is very good value for the money.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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H solo_traveller nl
8
Hee ligt een beetje in de heuvel .
Pros:

Ik heb een prettig verblijf gehad. De eigenaars spreken heel goed Engels en zijn erg behulpzaam.

Cons:

Het ligt dicht bij de tempel. De honden van de tempel zijn echter behoorlijk agressief en blaffen vaak ’s avonds.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
couple lk
7
Pros:

The front view is very beautiful and this is a place where you can stay freely and it is worth the money.

Cons:

There is a problem with the hot water. It wasn't there when I stayed. It would be good if you looked into it.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Christel family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

Super accueil et la disponibilité. Nous avons eux une chambre de 3 pour les enfants et nous de 2 c'était parfait avec un petit salon et un extérieur pour le petit déjeuner un peu à l'écart de l'agitation de la ville mais très accessible en tuktuk. Les chambres étaient propre (mais humide, c'est Kandy), la SDB un peu petite mais tout fonctionne bien. Je recommande en famille. Merci.

Cons:

Il y a pas mal de moustiques, (normal vu l'humidité) peut être des moustiquaires aux fenêtres pour pouvoir profiter de la fraîcheur des soirées et aérer sans les inviter serait un petit plus.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Elena extended_group es
9
Ideal. Precio calidad top
Pros:

El desayuno y la amabilidad de la dueña. Fue un placer alojarnos en su alojamiento. Siempre dispuesta a ayudar, nos hizo sentir como si estuviéramos en casa. Volvería 100%

Cons:

Nada en especial. Me parece correcto lo que ofrece. Lo único que para subir había demasiada cuesta, por lo que hay que coger un tuk tuk que cuesta 1€ aprox y tarda 10 mins. Aun así, no estaba genial.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Accueil très agréable dans cette guest house située dans les hauteurs de Kandy, disposant d’une vue au calme sur la ville et les collines environnantes.
L’hôte de cette guest house est une femme souriante et sympathique, source de bons conseils pour vos visites à Kandy ou pour trouver le moyen de reprendre la route.
Ses chambres sont très bien tenues, et donnent sur un petit jardin.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Sumudu family with young children lk
8
Very good
Pros:

I liked the view from the garden. The owner is very helpful (even "to the rescue" moments). You can walk to the city center (about 20 min downhill walk). But I would recommend taking a pickme tuk tuk on the return journey (about Rs. 350 from Kandy lake). I like the bathroom facilities. The place is similar as the pictures.

Cons:

It would be really nice if the plug points were square pin.

2025-05-24 via Nuitee
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Tamara family with young children au
8
Very good
2025-04-20 via Nuitee
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Nick solo traveller nz
10
Love this place in Kandy
Pros:

Great guesthouse with lovely owner! Room was top, cosy and clean.
The view is great, location awesome, easy stroll down the hill into Kandy centre.
Or get a tuktuk, easy! So much nicer then staying in town.

2025-04-03 via Nuitee
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Dimitrios young couple gr
10
Exceptional
2025-03-12 via Nuitee
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Emmi young couple fi
9
Superb
Pros:

We stayed one night and that was great place to stay for that.
Host was so lovely, kind and helpful. Speaks very good english and with her was easy to communicate via whatsupp. She arrange to us Kandy tour with tuktuk and also transfer to Siqiriya for good price.

Room was nice. Everything you need for one night. Lovely view from balcony.
Room was clean.
No a/c but standing 'fan'. It was working good. We didin't even missed a/c.
Toilet is small, but everything works. Good waterpressure.
Breakfast was so good!

Bed was not so comfy, it was very hard with thin mattress. Mosquitonets would be good above the bed.
Also there was only one power plug where you can put fridge on or loading your phone with adapter etc.

I think it is worth for a money especially if you stay one night.
I would definitely recommend this place for longer stay if those mattresses / bed would be better.

2025-03-02 via Nuitee
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Shehan young couple lk
10
Exceptional
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay! The accommodation was comfortable, and the location was perfect. I would definitely recommend it to others. Looking forward to returning!

2025-02-27 via Nuitee
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Manya family with young children gb
8
Very good
Pros:

The view and the host

2025-01-20 via Nuitee
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Mach family with young children lk
6
Pleasant
Pros:

Privacy quite place

Cons:

High humiditys in rooms

2025-01-08 via Nuitee
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Udaya family with young children lk
9
A peacefull stay
Pros:

We received a warm welcome and excellent communication from the owner when we visited. The owner was very helpful in guiding us with our schedules.

All the facilities were excellent, including hot water. The property is located in a peaceful area, and the city view at night and in the morning was mesmerizing.

Cons:

However, it would be better to provide water bottles in the room for convenience, as they were unavailable during our stay.

2024-12-28 via Nuitee
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Loc family with young children ca
10
Good value property in Kandy
Pros:

Clean property up in the hills of Kandy. The owner is nice and prepared us a tasty breakfast.

Cons:

The property is up in the hills of Kandy so it’s a bit of a walk to the downtown area.

2024-12-26 via Nuitee
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Yasitha family with young children lk
10
Exceptional
Pros:

beutyfull kandy city view in the moning. Very reasonable price. We stayed one night it was pretty nice 👌 highly recommend ❤️

2024-12-22 via Nuitee
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Anil family with young children lk
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Good to stay with family. Like a cabana 😊

Cons:

little bit difficult to reach location

2024-09-15 via Nuitee
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Robertson group gb
7
Good
Pros:

Good breakfast, good views across Kandy,

Cons:

WiFi was very patchy. Rooms were non AC

2024-09-15 via Nuitee