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Located in Hiriketiya and within 2 km of Hiriketiya Beach, Bappa's Place features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 5.8 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, 19 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple and 40 km from Kushtarajagala. Tangalle Lagoon is 15 km away and Mulkirigala Rock Monastery is 16 km from the hostel. Very comfortable mattress, probably the largest I had from hostel dormitory beds. Location, close to the beach nice restaurants near by. Helpful staff.

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9.1
Superb
149 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka is situated in Weligama, 400 metres from Weligama Beach and 28 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. The property is around 29 km from Galle Fort, 29 km from Dutch Church Galle and 29 km from Galle Light house. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen.

All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. All rooms at Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen. Lost hostel will forever have a special place in my heart. From the staff to the guests (who are now lifetime friends) to the location to absolutely everything in between. Couldn’t ask for a better experience!

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9
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Boasting a garden, terrace, bar and free WiFi, Pranaya Hiriketiya is situated in Hiriketiya, 1.8 km from Hiriketiya Beach and 5.6 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole. The property is around 18 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple, 38 km from Kushtarajagala and 15 km from Tangalle Lagoon. Mulkirigala Rock Monastery is 15 km away and Matara Railway Station is 22 km from the hostel. A true hidden gem in the heart of the village. The staff are amazing, super knowledgeable and helpful The room is comfortable and spacious, the beds are clean and the bathroom is of a good size

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9
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in Mirissa, 600 metres from Mirissa Beach, The Hostel features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Everything was perfect. Big hostel. Big dorm rooms with ac, very clean bathroom, plenty of space in common areas. Great location, short walk to the beach.

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9
Superb
168 reviews
Price from
US$10.32
per night

Located in Mirissa, 100 metres from Mirissa Beach, The View Mirissa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Located around 34 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, the hostel with free WiFi is also 34 km away from Galle Fort. The accommodation features room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. One of the best hostel I’ve stayed at. The view is superb. Very close to the beach and restaurants too. Room is spacious and comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Located in the up and coming coastal town of Midigama on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, Lime & Co Hostel is a surfers paradise. This charming hostel is located right opposite the beach within close distance to at least 5 well known surf breaks. Lovely rooms and amazing pool area and coworking space! Staff were so friendly - even let us hang around by the pool after we checked out and brought us fresh coconuts! Felt very safe and comfortable here! Would recommend!!

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9
Superb
343 reviews
Price from
US$43.56
per night

Set in Weligama, 1.4 km from Abimanagama Beach, Nature Rex Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 26 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. It’s a great place to stay. The hosts are super friendly, and the hostel is situated in a nice, peaceful location. Highly recommended!

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9
Superb
161 reviews
Price from
US$9.35
per night

All private rooms include a patio / sitting area with a day-bed where you can relax. All rooms feature luxury mattresses, linen and private modern bathrooms. All dormitories feature air-conditioning and personal lockers with attached modern bathrooms. Best lication, clean, very nice peple, best breakfast. I feel very good here. I made a tour eith the owner kids. Was beautiful. I think is the best place to stay in Colombo.

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9.1
Superb
642 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

Located in Hiriketiya and with Dickwella Beach reachable within 700 metres, Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is situated 6 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, 17 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple and 37 km from Kushtarajagala. Matara Railway Station is 21 km from the hostel and Matara Fort is 21 km away. Homely vibe! Great location and new place. Very clean thou they are still improving facilities so soon it will be the best place to stay in hiri hopefully! Keep it up guys and thanks for having me!

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Located in Hiriketiya and with Hiriketiya Beach reachable within 800 metres, Premiere Inn Hostel Hiriketiya provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 5.3 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole, 18 km from Weherahena Buddhist Temple and 38 km from Kushtarajagala. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

The rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and slippers. All units include a safety deposit box. super clean, cozy, and the host is the nicest person! Highly recommend it 😊

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9.9
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
US$8
per night

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