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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. The property is around 7.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 7.8 km from Galle Fort and 7.9 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Dorms were big with A/C, confortable beds with large locker. Big kitchen and super nice staff. There is a scooter rental place nearby.

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9.5
Exceptional
164 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Situated in Ahangama, The Well has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around less than 1 km from Kabalana Beach, 19 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 19 km from Galle Fort. The rooms come with a patio with a garden view.

At the hostel, the rooms include a terrace with pool view. All rooms at The Well have air conditioning and a wardrobe. The well is a paradise, perfectly located, It is a place where every detail is studied and considered. The owners are wonderful, even though I stayed in the low season so never met you in person, they always answered the phone at all times and even after I left they continued to answer to my questions. I recommend the place hands down! The pink house next door does incredible breakfast, make sure to have a coffee there!

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9.4
Superb
214 reviews
Price from
US$17.39
per night

Located in Unawatuna, 2 km from Unawatuna Beach, Hostel Singha Lounge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The property is around 6.6 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 6.7 km from Galle Fort and 6.8 km from Dutch Church Galle. The hostel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Judit is an awesome host and a great chef. The whole place has a great vibe, it was a perfect place for starting my Sri Lanka trip.

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9
Superb
137 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 70 metres from Bonavista Beach, 2.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 2.8 km from Galle Fort. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. This place is amazing! What a wonderful hidden gem! I really like the building and it’s vibe, it was like sleeping in boarding school! This place has a lot of character! The staff is very nice and the place has everything you need :)

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9.1
Superb
331 reviews
Price from
US$7
per night

Located in Hikkaduwa, 20 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, TheLakeHostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a concierge service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Amazing location, comfortable stay, super helpful people. I loved my stay there. They have canoes and bicycles for guests to use for free. It’s so beautiful to wake up in a forest next to a lake and canoe for thing in the morning. Morning view on the lake is magical, don’t miss it!

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9.2
Superb
227 reviews
Price from
US$10.56
per night

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. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Fantastic place,right on the beach. All the food we ordered was delicious. Guys are super polite and helpful. Some backpack places can be rather shabby,this one is not. Definately recomending this place especially for those who prefer touch with local people opposite to crowded hotel resorts.

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9.1
Superb
353 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Set just 700 metres from Kabalana Beach, Coastal Cloud Surf - Walk To Ahangama Beach provides accommodation in Ahangama with access to a garden, a bar, as well as full-day security. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. Very nice place and the owner Boby is friendly and welcoming person . The place started new and just 300m to the beach by walk

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9.5
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
US$15.30
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of garden, Hanuman Heights is located in Unawatuna, less than 1 km from Unawatuna Beach. The property is around 7.2 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 7.4 km from Galle Fort and 7.4 km from Dutch Church Galle. Galle Fort National Museum is 7.3 km away and Kushtarajagala is 23 km from the hostel. A very welcoming and completely renovated property surrounded by greenery, very close to "Jungle Beach," a unique experience that immerses you in the true culture of Sri Lanka. Although the hostel is not currently on Google Maps, and therefore difficult to find, there is a Tuc Tuc service offered by the host who will take you from the first hostel, "Oops," to "Hanuman Heights"! Very nice! Definitely an experience to try at least once in your life.

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9.9
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

Set in Ahangama, 200 metres from Ahangama Beach, Roaming Retreat Ahangama offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 22 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and the area is popular for cycling. The dorm rooms are probably the nicest dorm rooms I have ever stayed in. The staff are great people and extremely helpful. Whatever your issue they will help you to ensure you have a great time in Sri Lanka.

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9.2
Superb
48 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Set in Unawatuna, 1.9 km from Unawatuna Beach, Sharta Unawatuna Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 7.8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 8 km from Galle Fort and 8.1 km from Dutch Church Galle. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The host is very friendly and the location is good. I walked to the Unawatuna main road within 10-15 min. The beach is also situated within walkable distance. Room is clean and nice. Shared bathrooms are clean.

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9.3
Superb
62 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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