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Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo

Colombo

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...

H
Hemanth
From
India
"Had an amazing stay at Alma Boutique Hostel! The cleanliness and new facilities were top-notch - it's clear the hostel takes pride in its upkeep. The owner was proactive and attentive, making sure everything ran smoothly. The only minor thing I noticed was that some light seeped into the room, particularly in the upper dorm, despite the shades. This might be a bit disturbing for some guests. Other than that, I'd give Alma Boutique Hostel a solid 10/10. The pros far outweigh the cons, and I'd highly recommend this hostel to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and well-managed place to stay. Great job, Alma!"
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Colombo Mount Beach

Mount Lavinia

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.

O
Oana-Maria
From
Romania
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Drop Inn Hostels

Colombo

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. The air-conditioned rooms come with a private bathroom.

c
constantinos
From
Cyprus
Had all we needed for a comfortable stay and people were absolutely amazing and friendly. The social host that was visiting every night was the highlight, he engaged everyone together, played games and made us feel all as one family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,292 reviews
Price from
US$42.30
1 night, 2 adults

SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms

Colombo

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...

U
Udayangani
From
Australia
Rooms were very clean and comfy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$47.70
1 night, 2 adults

Lost & Found - Colombo

Kollupitiya, Colombo

Situated in Colombo and with Kollupitiya Beach reachable within 1.1 km, Lost & Found - Colombo features express check-in and check-out, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

P
Prem Sagar
From
India
Clean and very friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

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...

M
Máté
From
Hungary
Great value for money! The location is convenient, with a bus stop nearby. I arrived early in the morning from the airport, and the staff was incredibly kind, allowing me to check in right away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 638 reviews
Price from
US$14.40
1 night, 2 adults

Seconds Hostel - Colombo

Colombo

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.

D
Donia
From
Maldives
The manager sayan and zully treated me very nice The welcoming was very excellent and good I recommend this hostel for all the visitors
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 834 reviews
Price from
US$43.88
1 night, 2 adults

Clock Inn Dehiwala

Mount Lavinia

Located in Mount Lavinia, 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Clock Inn Dehiwala provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

D
Denisa
From
New Zealand
Very lovely staff who were really helpful as I had to check in after midnight, there was no issue and I was welcomed with a smile :) Super cool interiors and modern rooms :) I also liked all the sustainability posters around the place :) Would have been great to stay longer for sure if I was in the area for more days
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Price from
US$31
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Republic at Galle Face

Kollupitiya, Colombo

Set in Colombo, within 200 metres of Galle Face Beach and 2.9 km of Khan Clock Tower, Hostel Republic at Galle Face offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as...

R
Rachael
From
Australia
The beds were very comfy, great aircon, really fast wifi. The lounge room is so comfortable to hang out in and sit with other travellers. The hosts, particularly Shantha, are so incredibly kind. They helped me make plans for my entire Sri Lanka trip and checked in with me frequently to make sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed. short walk to the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Colombo Beach Hostel

Mount Lavinia

Situated in Mount Lavinia, 200 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo Beach Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

S
Sonny
From
Netherlands
This hostel was amazing from Colombo , because I Have been here several times .Best Staff .. With the owner who .. Dinesh - Control All things Ruma - Help you to make any plans to travel around the Country Rodney ...-Bes Chef makes use dilicias food items .They are the best Staff who ..are in the Colombo Recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Price from
US$31.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Avg. price/night: US$16.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 638 reviews
I had a comfortable stay at Havelock City Hostel. The staff were very friendly, and rooms are cozy and clean. Excellent value for money!
Guest review by
Thanuri
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$49.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 565 reviews
Nice hostel centrally located in Colombo, the museum and a big park is just around the corner. The hangout area is small, making it really easy to meet new people! The AC female dorm was spacious and clean, the AC was working great. Thanks again to the owner of the hostel, he's really funny and made sure that we single travelling girls got picked up by the right drivers to get to our destinations :)
Guest review by
Annette
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$42.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
If you are a seasoned backpacker, you will appreciate this hostel. If not, you may find it basic. But the staff were incredible, so helpful and lovely. No hot water but you don’t really need it with the temperatures.
Guest review by
Jessica
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
Location close to the train station. This hostel is ok, if you want to stay 1 night in a cheap hostel to be close to the train station. The staff was very friendly.
Guest review by
Beatrice
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,292 reviews
The hostel has some great facilities, the rooms were nice, the beds were extremely nice too! Maybe the best hostel-bed I've experienced so far, and this was my last stop in Sri Lanka. Staff was super helpful too and they had some nice common areas.
Guest review by
Charllotte Joanna
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$28.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
The Anam Hostel is a home away from home. The cleanliness, Hospitality is excellent. The stay is within the budget. The owner Mr. Milfer Sir is so friendly. We are on a vacation from India. I wish to stay in the same Hostel in my next visit too.
Guest review by
varma
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 834 reviews
A nice quiet hostel in a very busy city. Close to a market and lots of cheap stalls for lunch! Didn't have the food at the hostel but the food just outside is much much cheaper and more authentic. The room was large and the bed was comfortable, the toilets and shower were great and always clean! Lisa let me check in early which was highly appreciated after a flight. Although the hostel has a bar area outside I did not see it in use, perhaps it would be more busy during peak season.
Guest review by
Hannah
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews
Really enjoyed my stay at Galle Face Terrace Hostel in Colombo! Great location - walking distance from Galle Road, the beach and shops and the staff were awesome - so friendly and always ready to help! Living areas were nice, clean and cosy. Definitely recommend it to anyone travelling through Colombo and would return.
Guest review by
Cassandra
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$11.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Cheap Price/ breakfast / safety / Privacy
Guest review by
Pasan Wijekoon
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
The room was very clean and looked super nice with a very comfy bed and also air con! The guy at the reception was very sweet and always helpful. It’s maybe a bit further outside, but you can still walk to most of the places or take a cheap tuktuk. It’s also very safe because there is a guard outside. We mostly enjoyed sitting on the rooftop terrace to see the tower in the dark!
Guest review by
Lynne
Young couple