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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...

N
Nithya
From
India
Location & the staff, it’s super clean too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
US$55
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.

M
MOHAMMAD EHSANUL
From
Bangladesh
Well decorated small guest house. The staffs are very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 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...

M
Mario
From
Germany
New stylish high-end hotel (open since April 2025) with many rooms and a 24/7 reception. The rooms are very comfy, well equipped and offer you much space. They are highly cleaned and make you feel very welcome. The centre of Colombo is a 15-20 minutes TukTuk away, so the location is nice, too. Staff was very friendly and helpful, they even organized a late night taxi to the airport for us. I highly recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

CEYLON STAYZ

Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo

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.

C
Colman
From
Ireland
Ceylon Stayz is a very special place. I arrived in the early hours of the morning and in darkness walking up the steps I was doubting my choice. I'd been told to call a number and I'd be let in. I hate arriving so late but at 4 a.m I was greeted with the warmest smiling face. I apologised and was told ' Don't be sorry, it's not your fault what time the plane arrives'. Instantly I felt at home. I love the tall ceilings, the neutral colours. My room was perfect, the A.C was excellent and i had 2 wondefull full nights of sleep.. From first booking, Marsha the owner was so accomodating and extremely helpful. Days before you arrive you already feel like a guest. It was Marsha's father who let me in my first night. He is the Manager. In Ireland we have a saying, "The Apple doesn't fall too far from the Tree"! It certainly doesn't in this case. Marsha and her Father are peas in a pod. Two beautiful, kind, considerate and incredibly professional, hospitable hosts. Ceylon Stayz is 11 out of 10 for me. Well done to you both 👏 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews
Price from
US$45
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.

G
Guillermo
From
Spain
Kind service and people, hot water shower and comfortable room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews
Price from
US$25
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...

S
Shirley
From
India
The place was way better than any hostels I’ve stayed at. The dorms were clean, bathrooms were neat, there was a washing machine for laundry. The roof top area was good. I met Madhu at the front desk; she was so sweet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
Price from
US$13.50
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.

N
Nabil Bakry
From
United Arab Emirates
The place is really nice, the outdoors is amazing. Beds are very clean. The stuff is lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 837 reviews
Price from
US$29.25
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...

C
Claudia
From
Italy
The hostel is super nice, great location, clean. Rooms have aircon. The staff is super sweet and nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

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.

D
Davide
From
Italy
Very welcoming family! I really enjoyed my stay there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,560 reviews
Price from
US$17
1 night, 2 adults

CityRest Fort

Fort, Colombo

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

c
christina
From
United Kingdom
Location, value for money, quite, nice staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,103 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

N
Nithya
From
India
Location & the staff, it’s super clean too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
US$55
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.

M
MOHAMMAD EHSANUL
From
Bangladesh
Well decorated small guest house. The staffs are very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 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...

M
Mario
From
Germany
New stylish high-end hotel (open since April 2025) with many rooms and a 24/7 reception. The rooms are very comfy, well equipped and offer you much space. They are highly cleaned and make you feel very welcome. The centre of Colombo is a 15-20 minutes TukTuk away, so the location is nice, too. Staff was very friendly and helpful, they even organized a late night taxi to the airport for us. I highly recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

CEYLON STAYZ

Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo

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.

C
Colman
From
Ireland
Ceylon Stayz is a very special place. I arrived in the early hours of the morning and in darkness walking up the steps I was doubting my choice. I'd been told to call a number and I'd be let in. I hate arriving so late but at 4 a.m I was greeted with the warmest smiling face. I apologised and was told ' Don't be sorry, it's not your fault what time the plane arrives'. Instantly I felt at home. I love the tall ceilings, the neutral colours. My room was perfect, the A.C was excellent and i had 2 wondefull full nights of sleep.. From first booking, Marsha the owner was so accomodating and extremely helpful. Days before you arrive you already feel like a guest. It was Marsha's father who let me in my first night. He is the Manager. In Ireland we have a saying, "The Apple doesn't fall too far from the Tree"! It certainly doesn't in this case. Marsha and her Father are peas in a pod. Two beautiful, kind, considerate and incredibly professional, hospitable hosts. Ceylon Stayz is 11 out of 10 for me. Well done to you both 👏 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews
Price from
US$45
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.

G
Guillermo
From
Spain
Kind service and people, hot water shower and comfortable room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews
Price from
US$25
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...

S
Shirley
From
India
The place was way better than any hostels I’ve stayed at. The dorms were clean, bathrooms were neat, there was a washing machine for laundry. The roof top area was good. I met Madhu at the front desk; she was so sweet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
Price from
US$13.50
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.

N
Nabil Bakry
From
United Arab Emirates
The place is really nice, the outdoors is amazing. Beds are very clean. The stuff is lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 837 reviews
Price from
US$29.25
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...

C
Claudia
From
Italy
The hostel is super nice, great location, clean. Rooms have aircon. The staff is super sweet and nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

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.

D
Davide
From
Italy
Very welcoming family! I really enjoyed my stay there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,560 reviews
Price from
US$17
1 night, 2 adults

CityRest Fort

Fort, Colombo

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

c
christina
From
United Kingdom
Location, value for money, quite, nice staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,103 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 837 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,557 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Ideally located in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, Backpack Lanka is set 3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 3.9 km from Khan Clock Tower and 5.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

From US$28.60 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Colombo

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Avg. price/night: US$49.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 605 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$67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 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 traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,557 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
Avg. price/night: US$48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,103 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,557 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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