Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.0

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Havelock City Hostel in Colombo offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the outdoor seating area. The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, and outdoor dining area. Additional amenities include a washing machine, yoga classes, and free on-site private parking. Prime Location: Milagiriya Beach is a 19-minute walk away, while Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 2.9 km from the property. Nearby attractions include Barefoot Gallery and St Anthony's Church, each within 4 km. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, room cleanliness, and convenient location, Havelock City Hostel provides excellent service and comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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1 futon bed
2 bunk beds
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Andrzej
Poland Poland
“Staff is very friendly, late check in wasn’t a problem,”
Timo
Austria Austria
“Good facilities, good location, comfortable bed and A/C Great value and support local community service to reduce problems with alcohol and drugs”
Radek
Poland Poland
“Very nice and helpful personal at the reception. Thank you very much for helping and be very, very kind. Rooms are very clean.”
Tharindu
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Polite staff. Clean facilities. Exceeded my expectations. Will be my go to location in a pince”
Girish
India India
“Really enjoyed my stay at Havelock City Hostel in Colombo. The AC room was super clean and comfy, and the bathroom was spotless too. I skipped the breakfast, since there is a Indian restaurant nearby (Thalis). Great place if you’re looking for a...”
Elisa
Sweden Sweden
“AC in the room, clean, each hostel room has its own toilet (at least, girl bathroom). I did free yoga class with kind and patient Sanath, highly appreciated ❤️”
Karthik
India India
“Clean and tidy. Location is a plus considering it is well connected being in central Colombo.”
Pragya
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I stayed here for one night as a solo traveler and had a super comfortable experience. The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and the staff were very kind and helpful. They helped me with everything I needed. I felt safe and welcomed. Would...”
Aravinth
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Its a well accomplished place for people within a budget. Most suitable for groups and families.”
Maneka
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I recently stayed at this hotel with my parents and grandmother, and it was such a pleasant experience! The room we booked for four people was spacious, clean, and very comfortable — perfect for a family stay. The staff were incredibly friendly...”

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House rules

Havelock City Hostel, Colombo takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 17 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the entire property is non-smoking and guests are also not allowed to consume alcohol at the property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Havelock City Hostel, Colombo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests do not receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.