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Hostels in Colombo

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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.

Most booked hostels in Colombo and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 825 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 718 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Colombo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews

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

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

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

Situated in Colombo, 1.1 km from Kollupitiya Beach, Ricardo Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$33.30 per night

Clock Inn Colombo

Colombo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews

Located in the heart of Galle Road, Clock Inn Colombo operates a 24-hour front desk and offers comfortable rooms with air conditioning.

From US$40 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Colombo

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Avg. price/night: US$42.18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 554 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 :)
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Annette
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$47
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,273 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.
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Joanna
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 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$53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,114 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.
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Jamie
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 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 :)
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Léa
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