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Set in Colombo, within less than 1 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 5.9 km of Khan Clock Tower, Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 34 km from Leisure World, 42 km from St Anthony's Church and 500 metres from Barefoot Gallery. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium. Very clean, friendly staff, big locker, comfortable beds, quiet street, nice place with big garden and sitting area.

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9.2
Superb
325 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Attractively located in the Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo, CEYLON STAYZ is situated 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 5.4 km from Khan Clock Tower and 5.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium. Boasting a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 2 km from Kollupitiya Beach, less than 1 km from The Independence Square and a 14-minute walk from Sinhalese Sports Club. Private parking is available on site. The host was so lovely, and helpful! The Sri Lankan breakfast was very nice and the A/C room was perfect as the humidity was really high. Super close to everything while offering calm.

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9
Superb
600 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Set in Mount Lavinia, 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo Mount Beach offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is located 7.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 13 km from Khan Clock Tower and 15 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel. The owners were very helpful, polite and kind to us. They gave us the most useful advice for our trips. They woke up very early to prepare our breakfasts, we really appreciated it.The lhouse is really beautiful and clean, with many spaces to relax. The rooms are comfortable with big and clean bathrooms.The general atmosphere is cozy and special, you feel like in your own home.

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9.1
Superb
30 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Drop Inn Hostels is situated in Colombo, 1.1 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital and 3.9 km from U.S. Embassy. Free WiFi access is available.

Drop Inn Hostels Colombo is 1.1 Asiri Surgical Hospital, 0.7 km from Lanka Hospitals, 2.9 km from Sri Lanka National Museum, 2.4 km from Bambalapitiya Train Station and 32 km drive from the Bandaranaike International Airport. Amazing hosts, clean rooms and toilets. In the main city so everything is within 10km radius. Loved the hostel vibe.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,327 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Situated in Colombo, within 5.8 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 6.1 km of R Premadasa Stadium, SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms features accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 6.9 km from Khan Clock Tower, 29 km from Leisure World and 40 km from St Anthony's Church. The hostel offers city views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, and some rooms at the hostel have a balcony. All rooms have a safety deposit box. The staff are so incredibly kind and helpful

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8.7
Fabulous
126 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

Located within 300 metres of Galle Face Beach and 3.2 km of Khan Clock Tower, Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 4.1 km from the hostel and R Premadasa Stadium is 6 km away. Nice and clean hostel Good location Friendly staff Just 4 people in one room and each room has a bathroom

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8.4
Very good
753 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel. At Lost & Found - Colombo you will find a restaurant serving local, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Employees are amazing!! Good value for money and great location :)

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8.1
Very good
642 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

Situated in Colombo, VIBE Colombo has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to Colombo Town Hall, National Art Gallery and The Independence Square. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 3.5 km away and Khan Clock Tower is 3.7 km from the hostel. First of all i want to thank David the receptionist, who took care of all our needs and was super friendly , Secondly we liked the room , the A.C was good, the bed was comfy and upstairs there is a terrace in which you can sit and enjoy the view .

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8.7
Fabulous
248 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Located in Colombo, within 1.7 km of Milagiriya Beach and 2.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Havelock City Hostel, Colombo provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. Probably the best hostel in Colombo. Very clean, decent staff, good facility, high security, quite comfortable and reasonable.

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8.3
Very good
652 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

Located in Colombo, 2.6 km from Wellawatte Beach, Seconds Hostel - Colombo provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the property also features a restaurant, as well as a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Fun little pool, great value for money, really nice food from the restaurant and great price, helpful hosts and really nice staff

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8.4
Very good
838 reviews
Price from
US$15.75
per night

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