Fox Jaffna

Fox Jaffna stands out as one of the top choices for staying in Jaffna. Placed in an excellent location, this hotel is full of local history, making it a one-of-a-kind place to stay. Although many view it as a luxurious hotel, our experience suggests it's more of a standard accommodation. Our room was quite basic and could use some updates, especially in the bathroom. Unfortunately, the balcony door lock was broken upon our arrival, but it got fixed promptly. The overall hotel area and the pool were well-kept, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The service, while friendly, didn't stand out as exceptional. During our dining experience, the waiter pushed the dinner buffet, but we declined due to its questionable value and selection. Unfortunately, many menu items were unavailable. However, we chose a curry, which turned out to be quite good. On a positive note, the breakfast had a wide selection and was delicious. We suggest exploring dinner options outside the hotel. Adchaya Pathra restaurant, with its reasonable prices, polite service, and tasty food, left us satisfied. What makes Fox Jaffna special is its rich history. The hotel tells a centuries-long tale of a home that has endured tough times, now transformed into a tranquil resort. While Northern Sri Lanka is definitely worth exploring, currently, the value for money at Fox Jaffna isn't quite there. Therefore, we recommend considering another hotel instead. If you’re looking for more travel tips, follow us on Instagram @fallinlovewithearth. Thanks! We hope you have an unforgettable time in Sri Lanka

A home from home. I felt very comfortable in this hotel and the staff are attentive without being intrusive. Food is great too. Overall a lovely stay. Room was clean and the bed was really comfortable

Beautifully restored traditional home resort close to the centre of Jaffna with a lovely pool and garden. Make sure you go down in the bunker to see the art work. Rooms are a very comfortable size - bathroom could do with a hand towel and floor mat. Breakfast was delicious. A coffee machine would have been an added bonus, with the choice of Jaffna style coffee or Masala Chai. Scottie was a stand out team member - friendly, chatty and very helpful. We will come again!

Great hotel. It’s a short Tuk Tuk ride from the centre of Jaffna but worth it. In our opinion it’s the best hotel in Jaffna. Good food and quiet location. Lovely outdoor pool. The staff looked after the guests well. Pleasant rooms and dining area.

This is an excellent hotel for food - and amazingly - wildlife in a garden paradise on the edge of busy Jaffna. Rooms are comfortable, bathrooms are functional but what makes this a 5 star review is the restaurant and staff. We had cookery demonstrations and cooked ourselves under the guidance of the chefs. We learned so much about real (not tourist!) Jaffna food from them. They made our stay an exceptional experience. Ask for Nithu, Anupa and Pupse - they are a culinary dream team! The garden and pool area are relaxing and a haven for birds and other wildlife. Otters, fruitbats, chipmunks all spotted while we were by the pool. Would recommend this hotel as an escape from the hustle and bustle of Jaffna.

We spent two nights in this peaceful and delightful hotel. We appreciated the kindness and helpfulness of all the staff. They made us feel really welcomed and relaxed. The food was delicious, they went out of their way and prepared some grilled fish especially for us as the fish curry was too spicy for us. We also had a cookery lesson from the chef to prepare crab and fish curry which was a very nice and tasty experience. After a whole morning out visiting the city, it was very pleasant to relax and enjoy the swimming pool. Additionally, we appreciated the tour of the bunkers where you can find a museum and an art gallery. Definitely highly recommended.

Lovely, comfortable hotel. Good location. Very friendly staff. Excellent service in the dining room which was overseen by Amrith. Scotty and Jeganathan provided super friendly waiter service. Buffet service for meals provided a range of delicious options. Amrith was very informative about gluten-free options. The pool was a great facility with plenty of sun-beds and towels. Wonderfully peaceful for an early morning swim. The building has a fascinating history and the bunkers are worth a visit.

The stay was absolutly amazing. We had a great time in this beautiful Hotel. The Location is great and it’s totally relaxing und comfortable. The rooms are designed very good and the garden with Pool invites you to enjoy. The staff is super friendly, especially Nedhu. Next to the Restaurant is an historical Museum you Must See. We rate this Hotel all in all as 10 of 10.

Great staff, food good but the place is tired. OK as a base for a night or two but overall a little disappointing from what I had anticipated from previous reviews and other hotels visited. Our upgraded room caused us to query it as it did not seem so