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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. Comfortable, kind staff, other friendly guests, air conditioned, beautiful yard, nice public seating area, ping pong, curtains for beds, good outlets that my electronics didn't fall out of... One of my favorite hostels!

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9.5
Exceptional
156 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. The owners were very helpful, polite and kind to us. They gave us the most useful advice for our trips. They woke up very early to prepare our breakfasts, we really appreciated it.The lhouse is really beautiful and clean, with many spaces to relax. The rooms are comfortable with big and clean bathrooms.The general atmosphere is cozy and special, you feel like in your own home.

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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. The atmosphere was great. Also dishes were very delicious with good price.

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8.5
Very good
1,232 reviews
Price from
US$10
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. Everything was very elegant and beautiful and the owner of the hostel was very kind.

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8.4
Very good
693 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. The location, the hospitality, and the female dorm with a/c and curtains at the bottom beds. I left my snorkeling mask and a headband, sent them a message almost 2 weeks after and they kept it safe for me. This is a true service! Thank you very much! I appreciate it! All the best! Will definitely recommend this place to anyone.

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8.9
Fabulous
535 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. Very good place also good service near to city center over all good

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8.1
Very good
598 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in Colombo, VIBE Hostels 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
213 reviews
Price from
US$50
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. Great value for money! The location is convenient, with a bus stop nearby. I arrived early in the morning from the airport, and the staff was incredibly kind, allowing me to check in right away.

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8.3
Very good
599 reviews
Price from
US$7.50
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. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and 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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8.4
Very good
777 reviews
Price from
US$15.40
per night

Located in Mount Lavinia, 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Clock Inn Dehiwala provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 5.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 13 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Each room has air conditioning, and certain rooms at the hostel have a balcony. The staff of the hostel was super friendly and helpful, extremely nice people. I was in a dorm but I had the room for myself. It has AC and it is super clean. The rooms are big, comfy and renovated. Breakfast was also included, it's a super good deal for the price!

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8.4
Very good
189 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

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