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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 property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 34 km from Leisure World, 42 km from St Anthony's Church and 500 metres from Barefoot Gallery. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium. It’s well maintained, clean, gives a bit of boho style!

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9.3
Superb
308 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

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. Boasting a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 2 km from Kollupitiya Beach, less than 1 km from The Independence Square and a 14-minute walk from Sinhalese Sports Club. Private parking is available on site. Grandpa and Mom are doing such a good job running this place. It's super clean, comfortable, and they're all so genuinely sweet and kind. The Saturday walking tour guided by the boys is a great opportunity to socialize, learn and eat some delicious food at the market.

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9
Superb
583 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Set in Mount Lavinia, 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo Mount Beach offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is located 7.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 13 km from Khan Clock Tower and 15 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel. Lovely space and you were made to feel at home

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9.1
Superb
30 reviews

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.

Drop Inn Hostels Colombo is 1.1 Asiri Surgical Hospital, 0.7 km from Lanka Hospitals, 2.9 km from Sri Lanka National Museum, 2.4 km from Bambalapitiya Train Station and 32 km drive from the Bandaranaike International Airport. Excellent facilities and atmosphere. Honestly one of the best hostels I've stayed in in 3 countries

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8.6
Fabulous
1,308 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

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 accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 6.9 km from Khan Clock Tower, 29 km from Leisure World and 40 km from St Anthony's Church. The hostel offers city views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, and some rooms at the hostel have a balcony. All rooms have a safety deposit box. Wow even after reading reviews I wasn't expecting it to be this good. Clean rooms, shower and toilet in each room, everything looks new, personal locker, it feels like a good hotel except the are some extra people in the room, who were also nice. Staff is exceptional, friendly and helpful. Honestly could stay there long term if needed to.

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8.7
Fabulous
116 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

Located within 300 metres of Galle Face Beach and 3.2 km of Khan Clock Tower, Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 4.1 km from the hostel and R Premadasa Stadium is 6 km away. Comfortable beds, air con, very clean rooms, common kitchen, hot water in common bath downstairs. Amazing staff. Good atmosphere. Location is close to waterfront, few min on foot. To other places you can easily use taxi apps as uber or pick me. We so liked the place, that stayed there almost for a week instead of a couple of days. Thank you guys, you work a lot. No things to complain at all.

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8.3
Very good
743 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel. At Lost & Found - Colombo you will find a restaurant serving local, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The staff are extremely friendly and genuinely helpful. The washrooms and dormitory are clean and well-maintained, and the food is delicious.

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8.1
Very good
642 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

Situated in Colombo, VIBE Colombo has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to Colombo Town Hall, National Art Gallery and The Independence Square. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 3.5 km away and Khan Clock Tower is 3.7 km from the hostel. Very good value for price. Room was clean, had both AC and fan as well which were greatly utilized in the heat. Staff was very flexible (we wanted to separate the beds because of our mosquito nets and it was immediately done). There’s also free coffee and tea at the rooftop, and a fridge there as well. Location was greart, very good cafes and restaurants nearby. One important thing though: the sign of the hostel is hard to see!:) But it’s on the other side of Citi Bank, next to “Slit city” sign which is easier to spot. Bathroon was good as well, very clean and pretty.

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8.7
Fabulous
244 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

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 free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. Very good place, very clean and staff is very hospitable. They have library and kitchen.

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8.3
Very good
650 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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. With a terrace, the property also features a restaurant, as well as a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Accommodating staff and nice food!

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8.3
Very good
838 reviews
Price from
US$13.23
per night

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