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Reviews of Funk Bunks - By The Lake

203 Rajapihilla Terrace, 20000 Kandy, Sri Lanka

#21 of 220 hotels in Kandy

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Review score

Based on 27 hostel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super kind owners!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The WiFi could be a little better

    The property is a steal in this price, it’s not like a typical hostel but more like a well kept hotel. The staff is incredibly kind, the rooms were neat and smelled nice. The location is quite convenient and near the lake. The breakfast was a good English breakfast, they had complimentary dinner as well, but I didn’t eat at hostel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The wifi didn't connect at all, but the owner was helpful in providing me with a hotspot. It's also a bit out of the way, though not a problem if you like walking.

    Free dinner and breakfast! The staff were so lovely, and I felt super comfortable here. It was easy to make friends, and the rooms were like hotel rooms with very comfy beds and nice bathrooms. A very affordable stay and I met lovely people with whom I could continue my travels.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Nice stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dorm rooms only have 3 (quite comfortable) beds with a shared bathroom and AC. Dinner is also included and a good way to meet other travellers.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable beds, big bathroom, delicious breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    wounderful time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing :)

    I really enjoyed my time at the Funk bunks! The host were so friendly and very helpful. Whenever we had a question or a problem they helped us! The breakfast was good: toast, eggs, marmelade and magarine. The dinner was also very good! Always vegeterian :). I met a lot of other people there who traveled alone! The location was also perfect: not in the City but very close... just a 5-10min walk to the Lake!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nice place to stay in Kandy. The guy who runs the place is really friendly and helpfull. He does everything by himself, and makes a nice (simple) breakfast and dinner. Good location nearby the lake. I would definitely recommend to stay here

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Every thing is good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    10
    One of the best hostels I have been
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Hostel is a little gem. The owner is the best and the food they cook there is really delicious. They really take care of everything and help you

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    9.0
    Welcoming hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very cosy. Not too far from the center ,very vlose to the lake. Clean and good for socializing with other backpackers. The manager is adorable , very helpful, was always making sure we had everything we needed, and offered us free diner, fruits.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place to stay ! Very familiar vibe, the owner is the best! He would take care of everything in a very professional and respectful way. Amazing breakfast and dinner is served , you will feel like at home

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Nice clean place to sleep
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was nice and cold. There were a lot of other social people in the hostel and the host even put all the tables together to have a nice dinner with everyone. Breakfast and dinner is included. Would definitely recommend!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Niente :)

    Very sweet and helpful host Tasty and more then enough breakfast and dinner for free Very well-kept accomodation One of the cleanest places I stayed in in Sri Lanka Comfortable bed and aircon in the room Clean bathroom🙏🏽

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay in Kandy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Super comfortable beds and very clean and quiet room. I slept well

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    The receptionist is very kind, the hostel is very clean and breakfast is very nice. Perfect location. They offer free water for guest, this is amazing!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    10
    Great hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I met some nice backpackers in the hostel by the lake. When I wanted to extend my stay and switch to a private room in the hostel on the hill, they got me a tuktuk to move from one to the other. They helped me find a scooter to rent and gave me recommendations on taking the train towards ella. When I wanted to store my luggage for a few days they arranged that as well. Such friendly and helpful people. And nice rooms as well.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    10
    Five Star Dormitory - Loved everything
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    What a refreshing change. 3 minute walk to the Lake and the Pickme app only charged 180 rupees from the railway station. We stayed at the single bed dorm room which was better than the rooms at star hotels. Everything worked perfectly as it should. We had a wonderful stay with them. The bathroom had all toiletries free and great hot water. Had a splendid Lankan breakfast, best we have had so far. Kapila made sure we were comfortable with his smile and services. The lounge was comfortable, Wi-Fi was super fast. Really five star

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    7.0
    Few easy improvements
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit of an old school hotel vibe with served breakfast Some dorm rooms are more spacious than others. Mine (access from the front garden) was very squeezed. Also shower not working properly, with extremely hot water and no pressure otherwise... Annoyingly card payment is not accepted, however advertised on booking.com Location is 30min walk away from tourist centre (tuktuk option is available!)

    Owner/manager is very kind Bed and pillow very comfortable Cleanliness Breakfast is OK (little crepe x2, toast x2, omelette, tea/coffee)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2024

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