The 10 best hostels in Galle, Sri Lanka

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Sixth Sense Hostel

Located in Galle, 1.3 km from Unawatuna Beach, Sixth Sense Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Rebecca

From

Thailand

Very clean, quiet location and lovely staff who can help you anyway. Has nice kitchen facilities for cooking and only 2 dorm rooms so never overcrowded. Befriend a local so you can get tuk tuk easy, pick me often cancel for this area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

Price from

US$16

1 night, 2 adults

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Tanty’s Hostel

Galle City, Galle

Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

Simona

From

Italy

It was very well located, close to a big store and to surf schools. Hansi was so kind and helpful, she also took me to around for one night. The whole place is really big and comfortable, the kitchen is very well equipped and clean. If it wasn’t too hot, I’d have stayed for longer, I’ve booked for 19 nights there but the hotness was unbearable, the hostel kindly reimbursed the 17 nights, such a relief for me. I’d suggest to go there during high season because I was there in mid August and no one was there, it might feel lonely.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews

Price from

US$14

1 night, 2 adults

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Backpack Beach Hostel & Reggae Bar

Galle City, Galle

Attractively situated in the centre of Galle, Backpack Beach Hostel & Reggae Bar features free WiFi throughout the property, a restaurant and free private parking for guests who drive.

Huanhuan

From

China

The staff are amazing,always smiling and helpful.food,drinks are also the best in Sri Lanka,feel at home,few minutes to be on the beach,enjoy the beautiful sunset with one cocktail in the Reggar bar is must to do in Sri Lanka

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews

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US$17

1 night, 2 adults

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Snooze Station by Sydney Galle

Galle City, Galle

Ideally situated in Galle, Snooze Station by Sydney Galle features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

Eleni

From

Greece

A very nice, new hostel, super clean. The location is very good, just next to the bus and railway station and also, very close to the fort entrance, only some minutes on foot. People work there are very kind and helpful. There is also a pud downstairs of the hostel where visitors can find very tasty local food in good prices and huge portions. I would highly recommend this place

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

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US$50.40

1 night, 2 adults

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Sanithu Homestay and villa Galle

Galle

Located in Galle, 700 metres from Pitiwella Beach, Sanithu Homestay and villa Galle provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Ryan

From

United Kingdom

Nice guesthouse in a quiet residential area owned by a very nice and helpful family. Short walk to the beach, supermarket and bus station (just 50RS to Galle Fort). The family will go out of their way to make sure you’re comfortable and have all the information you need. Stayed a week to do some work. Included Wi-Fi was adequate for what I needed, and there was an option to pay a little extra for a fibre data package in case I needed a boost. Strong 4G signal also. Mainly cooked for myself, so only purchased 1 breakfast, but it was very good. Would recommend.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

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US$8.28

1 night, 2 adults

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Old Parkland Hostel

Galle

Set in Galle, within 1.6 km of Bonavista Beach and 3.9 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Old Parkland Hostel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

Apostolatos

From

Canada

I stayed at Pinidu's hostel for a total of 4 nights. It is easily among the best hostel experiences I have ever had (having stayed at more than 40 in the past few years...). The room/bed/bathroom is spotless. The hosts are extremely attentive to detail- gave me tour of the garden and recommendations about where to visit. Above all, I must say that Pinidu is an exceptional human being. After I left the hostel, I had a medical emergency and contacted him for advice. He exchanged with people he knew and sent a friend to the hospital to personally make an appointment for me as I returned to the city. I stayed again at his place for two more nights while I did more tests, during which he was extremely supportive and sought to help me be comfortable. I cannot recommend this place enough. Especially for people who like a calm environment in nature. Peace from Canada <3

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Price from

US$28

1 night, 2 adults

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Lala's Place

Galle City, Galle

Located in Galle, a few steps from Pitiwella Beach, Lala's Place provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Julia 1986

From

Russia

This is a very special place 😊 We remember him with warmth ☺️ It's a very fun and relaxed environment. A wonderful family that accepts you as one of their own. The wonderful garden provides an excellent opportunity to observe animals: squirrels, lizards, mongooses. And very tasty food. Especially the biryani.😋 Ocean across the road. A very picturesque beach. Many thanks to the team Lala's Place 🙏 We love you ❤️

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

Price from

US$5

1 night, 2 adults

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Paradise Galle

Galle City, Galle

Set in Galle, 500 metres from Mahamodara Beach, Paradise Galle offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Roxanne

From

New Zealand

Great place to stay. Room was nice and big, had a garden view. Bathroom was nice. Hot water available. The owner was very nice and accommodating. The dog is very cute too. It's about a 20 minute walk from the train station. Tuktuk costs about 200 lkr.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

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US$21

1 night, 2 adults

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Backpacker Galle Hostel

Galle City, Galle

Conveniently located in the centre of Galle, Backpacker Galle Hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

Greta

From

Great location for exploring Galle. The hostel has everything you would need. The beds are comfy, good A/C, very big common area. The hosts were also very nice and helpful if we had any questions.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5

Good - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

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US$13.26

1 night, 2 adults

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The Fort Library Hostel

Old Town, Galle

Well set in Galle, The Fort Library Hostel provides an Asian breakfast and free WiFi.

Priti

From

United Kingdom

The hostel was immaculate, the air con was nice and strong and most importantly the owner was incredible. A group of us quickly became friends and whenever we needed anything the owner went out of his way to help us. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time with him. What a hidden gem in a beautiful area. As a woman, I felt very safe and the owners also take into account measures to explicitly make female traveller's feel safe. I can't reccomend this place enough!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3

Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

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US$28.50

1 night, 2 adults

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