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Hostels in Galle

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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.

Most booked hostels in Galle and surrounding area in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Galle

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews

Save money on hostels in Galle and nearby – budget options available

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

Located in Unawatuna, 1.5 miles from Unawatuna Beach, Out Of Rupeace Hostel Unawatuna has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $27.75 per night

Villa 6070

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Located in Galle, 3.3 miles from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Villa 6070 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Just a 2-minute walk from Bonavista Beach and 0.9 miles from Galle Harbour, Coastal Cloud Sunset Villa Unawatuna features accommodations in Unawatuna, with a shared lounge.

From $21.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Located in Unawatuna, a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Pearl Villa Rooms and Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $32.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Located in Unawatuna, 1.2 miles from Unawatuna Beach, Sharta Unawatuna Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From $11.10 per night

Ayyo Hostel

Unawatuna
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Unawatuna, a 19-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Ayyo Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From $14.43 per night

Located in Unawatuna, within 3.9 miles of Galle International Cricket Stadium and 4 miles of Galle Fort, Cecilia Unawatuna Rooms has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

From $39.18 per night

Hostel Singha Lounge

Unawatuna
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

Located in Unawatuna, 1.2 miles from Unawatuna Beach, Hostel Singha Lounge provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

From $22.20 per night

NEB Hostels

Unawatuna
No credit card needed

Located in Unawatuna, a 5-minute walk from Mihiripenna Beach, NEB Hostels provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $12.21 per night

bonjour villa rathgama

Rathgama
No credit card needed

Located in Rathgama, within a few steps of Rathgama Beach and 6.1 miles of Galle International Cricket Stadium, bonjour villa rathgama provides accommodations with a garden as well as free private...

From $16.18 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Galle

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Avg. price/night: $18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
The rooms and the pantry it's very clean and I recommend 100% for this hostel to stay. It's very cheap and high quality. Solo travellers must visit.
Guest review by
Rakesh
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
One of the best hostels I have ever been to. The hospitality is beyond friendliness. The owner, Lesley, is a generous person with an idealistic sense of sharing live, culture and knowledge whereas his staff - Sam and Manoj - have been extremely skilled, offered great traditional food and everlasting smiles. The comfort and style of the rooms where simple yet elegant, comfortable as well. I had a great experience overall and can only recommend everyone who is near Unawatuna to stay in this hostel. I would love to come back anytime!
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Karbinski
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
My experience at the Sixth Sense Hostel was absolutely incredible! It was like no other stay I've ever had. The hostel is located in a beautiful and calm place, just a 10-minute walk from the beach. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The manager - Sam, always made sure we had everything we needed for a fantastic time. The accommodation was comfortable, very clean and cozy & relaxing. What's more, there's free laundry. It was truly the best hostel I've ever been to. Totally recommend. You should come and experience it!
Guest review by
Justyna
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
Nice hostel, good and clean rooms, nice beds. Budget Friendly. They have fans for each bed but there's no AC. However it's manageable.
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sane
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
About 1.1km near from Galle central. This is big hostel i had ever seen in my srilankan trip. Rooms are well managed, decorated, neat n clean. Wood strusture is fabulous in this hostel. Laundry is at cheap rate for unlimited cloth at once. We can use their kitchen and fridge also. 1-2 min walk there is beach. Free bottle drinking water available. Rooms rates also affordable for couples and dormitory also.
Guest review by
prashant
Solo traveler