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A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a ceiling fan, and an air conditioning unit.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A group of people standing in a covered outdoor area with potted plants and hanging planters.

1. Munril Guest

1.7 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Sivasambu

NT$798

NT$941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bench, and a lamp.

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, white walls, and a view of lush greenery.

A four-poster bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery and a building outside.

A two-story building with a covered entrance area, columns, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

2. Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

0.9 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Sivajini

NT$4,783

NT$5,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A serene courtyard with a central water feature, surrounded by stone seating and a wooden pergola.

A courtyard with a tiled roof, stone planters, and a reflective floor.

A restaurant table set with wine glasses, water glasses, and cutlery, with a vase of greenery in the center.

3. Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage Luxury

1.9 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Devika

NT$2,298

NT$3,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel lobby with a wooden bench, a table with a lamp, and blue columns.

A pathway leading to a building with a wooden door, flanked by rocking chairs and a small tree.

A hotel lobby with two wooden reception desks, a large wooden door, and a ceiling with exposed beams and hanging light fixtures.

A dining table set for six with wooden chairs, a green checkered floor, and a lantern in the background.

4. Thambu Illam

2.5 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Jagannathan

NT$3,390

NT$4,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom.

A covered balcony with a pool, a tiled floor, and wooden shutters on the wall.

A covered walkway with a brick floor, glass doors, and warm lighting.

A spacious room with wooden furniture, including chairs and a table, and a large window providing natural light.

5. Jaffna Heritage Hotel

1.7 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

mithinda

NT$2,518

NT$3,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging lanterns.

A bar area with a view of the ocean, wooden bar counter, hanging lights, and a person preparing drinks.

A traditional room with a brick wall, a sofa set, a wooden table with decorative items, and a bed with a headboard.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

6. Jetwing Jaffna

1.4 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Premala

NT$2,598

NT$3,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a desk with a chair.

A reception desk with a sign for Hotel Subhas, established since 1970.

A room with a wooden bench, a television on a stand, a wardrobe, and a tiled floor.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance area with potted plants.

7. Subhas Hotel

1.3 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Thangathiraviam

NT$991

NT$1,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling with circular lighting.

A hallway with recessed lighting, a wooden cabinet, a dining table with chairs, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A white building with a sign reading "Jammu Villa." It has a central entrance with a staircase, surrounded by greenery and a paved walkway.

A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling with recessed lighting, an air conditioning unit, and a window with blinds.

8. Jamuna Villa

2.4 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Ponnuthurai

NT$1,348

NT$1,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, and comfortable seating areas.

A dining table set for four with clear glassware, silverware, and a central yellow drink garnished with a cherry.

9. Valampuri Hotel

0.9 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Balasingham

NT$1,733

NT$2,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A room with a patterned floor, two wooden chairs, a small table with a bowl, and a wall mural of a temple.

A temple with intricate architecture, including a prominent tower and detailed carvings.

A hallway with a white wall, a wooden door, and potted plants.

A modern house with a covered patio, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

10. Jaffna Heritage Villa

1.9 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

achchudhakumar

NT$2,221

NT$2,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A reception area with a curved desk, a sofa, two armchairs, a ceiling fan, and a fire extinguisher.

A building with a sign reading 'Yal's Town Inn Hotel & Restaurant.'

A plate of biryani with pineapple slices, boiled eggs, and a side of sauce.

A small bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

11. Yals town inn

1.9 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Ramchander

NT$364

NT$429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a bedside table with a lamp and a bowl of fruit.

A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and shower.

A swimming pool with clear lane dividers, a tiled deck, and a signboard in the background.

A hotel named 'Hotel Green Grass' with a signboard, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

12. Green Grass

0.9 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Anonymous traveler

NT$1,026

NT$1,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-level interior with a staircase, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel and restaurant named Cosy with a staircase leading to the entrance.

A corridor with a wooden railing, doors, and a tiled floor.

A courtyard with a fountain, seating area, and a statue.

13. Cosy Hotel & Restaurant

1.5 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Alexander

NT$552

NT$723 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a red and white bedspread and matching pillows. There is a wooden nightstand with a lamp and a small table. The room has a wooden floor and white walls.

A building with multiple businesses including a UK Inn Guest House and a food city restaurant.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a chair.

A room with a long brown sofa, a wooden desk, a computer, and a wall-mounted shelf with religious paintings.

14. uk inn guest house

2.1 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

NT$529

NT$624 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a television.

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window, and a door.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a door.

A hotel room with a bed, two green pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light.

15. City Palace Hotel Jaffna

1.2 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

NT$2,814

NT$3,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern building with a brick facade, large glass windows, and a sign reading "NORTH GATE by Jetwing".

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a person carrying a tray.

A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

16. North Gate Jaffna

1 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Gayantha

NT$2,221

NT$2,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

The Mercury Inn entrance with a sign, a reception desk, and a seating area visible inside.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted artwork, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A hallway with wooden doors, a tiled floor, and a brass lamp.

A reception area with a glass door, a reception desk, and potted plants.

17. MercuryFM 101- Mercury Inn - Jaffna

0.5 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

NT$1,002

NT$1,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with a desk, a computer, and a person working. There are two doors with glass panels and a window.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a window with decorative glass, and an air conditioning unit.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a balcony with a railing, and a view of the outside.

A room with a kitchen area, a large window with decorative iron bars, and a door with intricate carvings.

18. Sobia Villa

1.6 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

NT$559

NT$659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A rooftop garden with potted plants and a white railing.

A tray with a teapot, cups, and saucer on a wooden chair.

A covered entrance with a tiled floor leading to a building.

A spacious living area with multiple sofas and a coffee table, a small side table with a lamp, and a large window with a wooden door.

19. Dayanithi Guest House

8.2 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

felix

NT$813

NT$959 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a wooden bench.

A cozy seating area with two armchairs, a wooden table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a fruit platter.

A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A hotel with a central courtyard, symmetrical design, and well-maintained hedges.

20. The Thinnai Hotel

3.5 km from St Mary’s Cathedral

Yasotha

NT$2,807

NT$3,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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Compare popular hotels close to St Mary’s Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Munril Guest	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage Luxury	9.4 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Thambu Illam	9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Jaffna Heritage Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 29 reviews	View

Top St Mary’s Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Jetwing Jaffna

10/10 Excellent

"the property is located near the town, we could walk around and hotel is very clean and i would definitely come back"

Yals town inn

8/10 Good

"Spacious rooms, clean but still recommend wearing slippers in bathroom. thin walls so noise from common areas is very loud."

Subhas Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room Subhas hotel gave us didn't have phone (internal use to call reception) and fridge. We had to keep food outside, so many ants 🐜 came and other tiny insects on table. Had to throw all food. Staff very helpful. Generally very good location to go Super Markets, Jaffna New Market , Bus stand , Railway station. If they improve cleanliness it's better."

North Gate Jaffna

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with fantastic staff who were very courteous, helpful and hospitable, Location very convenient with train too being situated very near the Jaffna rail station. Rooms are large and practical. Will definitely stay here when in Jaffna next."

Amis hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay"

The Thinnai Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We are a family of six stayed in 2 rooms for 3 nights in July 2026. This is an excellent hotel to stay in Jaffna, and we will definitely stay here without hesitation in our next Jaffna visit. Location is safe, convenient and very close Jaffna town. The property is immaculate and well-maintained. Staff are extremely courteous, extremely helpful and professional. The assistant manager and the receptionist, Dilakshi, are very caring and always attentive. Rooms are of good size and clean. Amenities in the rooms are adequate, but could be improved (dispensers are cumbersome). The most remarkable experience we enjoyed on a daily basis was the breakfast and dinner buffet. Food was absolutely delicious, very much authentic and was the best we had during our 3 week visit to Sri Lanka. Selection of dishes were amazing and reflected the true flavours of Jaffna. The head chef, Gillion is excellent, professional, courteous and extremely caring and accommodative, so as other chefs, Vijayan, Kajayanthan and Yuvaruban. All of them made our stay and experience delightful during our Jaffna visit. We are happy that we chose to stay in The Thinnai for our Jaffna trip."

Other attractions near St Mary’s Cathedral

Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts during your stay in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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St Jame's Church

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting St Jame's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Our Lady of Refuge Church

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Our Lady of Refuge Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Jaffna Clock Tower

7.8/10 (22 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Jaffna when you take a trip to Jaffna Clock Tower. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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SJV Chelvanayakam Monument

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Jaffna when you spend time at SJV Chelvanayakam Monument. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Jaffna Public Library

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

After visiting Jaffna Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre

7.8/10 (11 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Jaffna with a stop at Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Jaffna Archaeological Museum

9.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Jaffna Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St Mary's Cathedral?

St Mary's Cathedral is located in a welcoming area of Jaffna that travelers like for its restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 22 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to St Mary's Cathedral?

Jetwing Jaffna is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from St Mary's Cathedral. Other good choices close by include Subhas Hotel and North Gate Jaffna.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to St Mary's Cathedral?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St Mary's Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St Mary's Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near St Mary's Cathedral.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St Mary's Cathedral?

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Our top choices for St Mary’s Cathedral hotels

1. Munril Guest

2. Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

3. Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage Luxury

4. Thambu Illam

5. Jaffna Heritage Hotel

6. Jetwing Jaffna

7. Subhas Hotel

8. Jamuna Villa

9. Valampuri Hotel

10. Jaffna Heritage Villa

11. Yals town inn

12. Green Grass

13. Cosy Hotel & Restaurant

14. uk inn guest house

15. City Palace Hotel Jaffna

16. North Gate Jaffna

17. MercuryFM 101- Mercury Inn - Jaffna

18. Sobia Villa

19. Dayanithi Guest House

20. The Thinnai Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to St Mary’s Cathedral

Top St Mary’s Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Jetwing Jaffna

Yals town inn

Subhas Hotel

North Gate Jaffna

Amis hotel

The Thinnai Hotel

Other attractions near St Mary’s Cathedral

Thirumarai Kalaamandra Arangkam Centre for Performing Arts

St Jame's Church

Our Lady of Refuge Church

Jaffna Clock Tower

SJV Chelvanayakam Monument

Jaffna Public Library

Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre

Jaffna Archaeological Museum

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