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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. This place is very beautiful, I really liked it. Everything is new and in great condition. The staff helped me arrange my laundry and it was returned in perfect condition. The room was spacious and quiet hours were respected. There is also a kitchen where you can cook and a space to store your food

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9.2
Superb
327 reviews
Price from
US$13
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. Nice room very clean and the ambiance was good .

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9.1
Superb
30 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

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. Decent location, clean and spacious room, helpful staff.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,331 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. It was a great idea to do a posh tel . It was really good services and the food was excellent

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8.7
Fabulous
127 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. The staff was wonderful,made sure the guest were comfortable in every steps.It was super clean.

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8.3
Very good
754 reviews
Price from
US$9
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. Specially the staff was very gentle and kind. The room was very spacious and fresh (the ac dorm). Though located in a avenue (which was wonderfull for transportation) had very good sleep as my room was very silent. There are some communal spaces that you can sit, confortable couches, tables, books, information about activities. Hot water and coffe as courtesy for the guests.

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8.9
Fabulous
602 reviews
Price from
US$10
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. Great location, the bed was super comfortable and the staff were really lovely - friendly and helpful.

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8.1
Very good
643 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. I had the double room with external bathroom and it was great! Very clean, AC and fan, big room, desk, and pretty comfortable bed. The rooftop was great, the staff were helpful, and the bathroom was clean. I would stay here again!

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8.7
Fabulous
249 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. 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.

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8.3
Very good
652 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. Great hostel and very nice outside area. The staff was amazing, the food was delicious. The owner organized a free late breakfast for me on the last day after I realized I'd forgotten about the included breakfast, which was super nice of her.

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8.3
Very good
838 reviews
Price from
US$15.75
per night

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