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Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo

Colombo

Located in Colombo, within a 10-minute walk of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 3.7 miles of Khan Clock Tower, Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi...

S
Sanghun
From
South Korea
The place is new, so everything is well-kept and maintained. The bed was clean and comfy, the shared shower and toilette were clean too! Staff were friendly and helpful--I arrived at the hostel around 4 am, and they let me check in early.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
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Drop Inn Hostels

Colombo

Drop Inn Hostels is located in Colombo, 0.7 mi from Asiri Surgical Hospital and 2.4 mi from U.S. Embassy. Free WiFi access is available. The air-conditioned rooms come with a private bathroom.

D
Dinuk
From
Sri Lanka
Really nice place , a cozy place perfect and a perfect place for a night or two in busy Colombo . Rooms are specious and very clean . Stuff is super friendly .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews
Price from
$42.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Lost & Found - Colombo

Kollupitiya, Colombo

Located in Colombo and with Kollupitiya Beach reachable within a 13-minute walk, Lost & Found - Colombo has express check-in and check-out, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

n
nguyenkt08
From
Vietnam
Very good service and location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Price from
$25
1 night, 2 adults
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Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

Located in Colombo, within a 19-minute walk of Milagiriya Beach and 1.8 miles of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Havelock City Hostel, Colombo provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

J
Jonas
From
Ecuador
Everything was perfect, specially for the price 👌🏻
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews
Price from
$13.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Hostel Republic at Galle Face

Kollupitiya, Colombo

Located in Colombo, within a 2-minute walk of Galle Face Beach and 1.8 miles of Khan Clock Tower, Hostel Republic at Galle Face provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

S
Shehar Yar Khan
From
Pakistan
Loved my stay here. the building from outside looked a bit normal and outdated but the hostel itself from inside was really good and clean. would love to stay here again if i return.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews
Price from
$18
1 night, 2 adults
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SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms

Colombo

Located in Colombo, within 3.6 miles of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 3.8 miles of R Premadasa Stadium, SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms has...

S
Sanjeewa
From
Sri Lanka
I stayed at Saseya Poshtel for 2 nights and it was honestly an amazing experience. The architecture and design are truly unique—something you don’t usually find in Sri Lanka, especially in a hostel setting. I originally booked for one night, but I loved it so much that I extended for another day. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and they arranged my extension very smoothly. What really surprised me was the number of facilities and comfort offered at such a low cost. From the clean and cozy rooms to the well-thought-out common areas, everything felt modern and stylish. The location is perfect, making it easy to explore Colombo. Honestly, this felt like a luxury experience on a budget, and it’s now one of my favorite stays ever in Colombo. Highly recommended for solo travelers, backpackers, or anyone looking for something a little different!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Price from
$53
1 night, 2 adults
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Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

Fort, Colombo

Colombo downtown monkey is centrally located in the heart of Colombo just a short 5-minute walk from you Colombo’s main Railway and Bus Station. Guests can also check-out the peaceful Beira Lake.

A
Abylaikhan
From
United Arab Emirates
The location is really nice. Please read what is written in description. The railway station is across the road. However the staff is so nice. Unfortunately I don’t remember the name of the lady who is taking care of the hostel, but she is so cute and really taking care of each and everyone. Cleanliness on top, breakfast is so delicious and very supportive, recommendations and advices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,491 reviews
Price from
$8.50
1 night, 2 adults
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CityRest Fort

Fort, Colombo

Offering free Wi-Fi in all areas, CityRest Fort is a hostel located in the center of Colombo. It offers different room types, including dormitories and private rooms.

Z
ZULFIQAR
From
Saudi Arabia
Friendly staff and great location. Thank you Tamil bhai and city rest fort team.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Backpack Lanka

Kollupitiya, Colombo

Located conveniently in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, Backpack Lanka is located 1.8 miles from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 2.4 miles from Khan Clock Tower and 3.5 miles from R Premadasa...

O
OMAR
From
Egypt
Wonderful hostel in the very centre of Colombo , it was clean and I stayed there for 1 night in which they did the laundry for me for free , that was wonderful as it costs over 10$ to do laundry elsewhere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
Price from
$31.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Clock Inn Colombo

Colombo

In the heart of Galle Road, Clock Inn Colombo has a 24-hour front desk and comfortable rooms with air conditioning.

D
Dilhara
From
Sri Lanka
The staff is very cooperative and supportive. Cleanliness and the neatness is highly appreciated. The breakfast area is comfortable and the meals are tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 774 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

    Located in Colombo, VIBE Colombo has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Colombo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Colombo, a 12-minute walk from Kollupitiya Beach, Ricardo Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From $33.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, Backpack Lanka is located 1.8 miles from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 2.4 miles from Khan Clock Tower and 3.5 miles from R Premadasa...

    From $28.60 per night

  • Clock Inn Colombo

    Colombo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 774 reviews

    In the heart of Galle Road, Clock Inn Colombo has a 24-hour front desk and comfortable rooms with air conditioning.

    From $40 per night

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  • CEYLON STAYZ

    Hostel in Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: $42.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 546 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 traveler

  • Drop Inn Hostels

    Hostel in Colombo
    Avg. price/night: $47
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews
    I can honestly say that Drop Inn has been one of the best hostel stays of my life. The place has a very welcoming and chill atmosphere. Lots of little nooks and crannies to hide in if you want a little bit of solitude, and a great communal space if you want to socialise with the other backpackers. The room and bed were comfortable, with well working AC, which was MUCH needed. The staff were all very friendly, kind and helpful. Drop Inn is a great peaceful haven to escape the noise and chaos of the city. Will definitely be staying here again.
    Guest review by
    Joanna
    Solo traveler

  • Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

    Hostel in Fort, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: $10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,491 reviews
    The staff are so lovely and nice! Breakfast is delicious eggs toast and fruit! Sheets were really clean and I felt really safe whilst staying there. I think people forget that they have booked a hostel and forget how cheap the hostel is considering it includes breakfast so I would consider this place good value for money! Easy to get to other places from here and it was a nice relaxing vibe hanging in kitchen eating brekkie with other travellers. Also 24 hr check in is a plus!
    Guest review by
    Mele
    Young couple

  • CityRest Fort

    Hostel in Fort, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: $53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
    Decent Budget hostel option for Colombo Fort area, they arranged a taxi from the airport (for a reasonable fee) for us, and were able to take both USD and LRs. We did a private room for 2 with bunk beds with working AC. The shared bathroom was clean. Provided eggs for breakfast. Quick walk or cheap tuk tuk to the Train station or the red Mosque or the popular market.
    Guest review by
    Jamie
    Young couple

  • Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

    Hostel in Fort, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: $10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,491 reviews
    best hostel you can find in Colombo! Dormitories are clean, and you have also a bathroom inside each dormitory in addition of the common ones in the corridor, the breakfast is simple but good! The location is perfect if you have planed to move throughout Sri Lanka by train or bus. The best point is definitely the kindness of the owners and employees who are also really helpful, you will feel like home and have a second mom. Thank you for everything :)
    Guest review by
    Léa
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