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Spindrift Hostel Madiha

Matara

Set in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Spindrift Hostel Madiha offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Melina
From
Germany
Nice Location with Pool within the palmtrees, 3 Minute Walk to the small Beach, a very good Roti Shop and the Docotors House Bar. Quiet Area, Nice staff with Lots of activities organized from the Hostel if you want.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$57.50
1 night, 2 adults

Chill Hostel Madiha

Matara

Located in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Chill Hostel Madiha provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

K
Kyle de Bruyn
From
South Africa
Heaps of space to lounge around during the day, barbecue area that we were able to use and great location where it’s the perfect distance from everything you want to get to.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$8
1 night, 2 adults

JJ's Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Showcasing an expansive rooftop terrace with day-beds and barbeque, JJ's Hostel Mirissa is a boutique hostel and guesthouse located in Mirissa North, only a few minutes walk from Mirissa Beach.

H
Hopkins
From
United Kingdom
Gorgeous room and pool Relaxed vibe
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 634 reviews
Price from
US$37.50
1 night, 2 adults

drivethru Hostel Polhena

Polhena (Near Matara)

Located in Polhena, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, drivethru Hostel Polhena provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

R
Raaqib
From
Sri Lanka
The place was nice and so was the operating manager Rusiru, he was a great guy and supportive. Rooms were also clean and tidy. There were additional games like table tennis.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$52.05
1 night, 2 adults

Sun & Moon Hostel

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Set within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Sun & Moon Hostel offers rooms in Mirissa.

S
Sanne
From
Netherlands
Clean hostel, very nice staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$33.97
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Located in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach, Banana Bunks Mirissa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

N
Nathalie
From
Belgium
Perfect location with the perfect staff. Super helpful with everything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Price from
US$262.35
1 night, 2 adults

Hangover Hostels Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Hangover Hostels Mirissa offers clean and comfortable accommodation in Mirissa North. The hostel is a 2-minute walk from the picturesque Mirissa Beach.

G
Gonzalo
From
Chile
I liked everything about this hostel. It is very well located, just some steps away from the beach; the rooms are comfortable; so are the beds in the dorms. The managers of this hostel are great people too. Nilhan and Sarath run this hostel very well; they are constantly making sure everything is ok and are very sociable and willing to help. They even organized a game night at the hostel one Friday and then a shared dinner one Saturday. I met many fellow travelers at this hostel and would definitely stay here again when in Mirissa! 10 out of 10!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Bappa's Place

Hiriketiya (Near Matara)

Located in Hiriketiya and within 2 km of Hiriketiya Beach, Bappa's Place features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

I
Irene
From
Australia
The staff is lovely and rooms very clean !The biggest bunk beds i have ever seen are that they come in a queen size ! 2 min walking to the beach . Great place and location. They even have a kitchen to cook on ! Came for 1 day and stayed 1 week! Thanks, guys, for the great job !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka

Weligama (Near Matara)

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka is situated in Weligama, 400 metres from Weligama Beach and 28 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

G
Gretimoo
From
Hungary
Best hostel I've ever been. Just perfect! Thanks😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Pranaya Hiriketiya

Hiriketiya (Near Matara)

Boasting a garden, terrace, BBQ facilities and free WiFi, Pranaya Hiriketiya is situated in Hiriketiya, 1.8 km from Hiriketiya Beach and 5.7 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

S
Sóldís Alda
From
Iceland
I really loved this hostel - the room is nice and a/c works very well, which i feel is necessary in this heat. Staff is very helpful and accommodating and really go out of their way to help. Location is good, not far from the bus stop and a bit outside of the center so it’s quiet, but not too far from the center either. Lockers are big so you can easily fit your things in there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$26
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Avg. price/night: US$46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
loved my stay here. I didn’t want to leave. very comfy beds. modern and clean hostel. amazing pool area. great vibe and good people. best hostel I’ve stayed in in Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Megan
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
As a backpacker and a digital nomad I had the best experience that I could ever dream of. Josh, Charlotte and the wonderful stuff hosted us and took care of all the we needed. the vibe in the hostel is very good and there are many backpackers and nice people. I highly reccomand the place. the facilities are also really really good and the place is brand new.
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