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Located in Trincomalee, within a few steps of Uppuveli beach and 4.4 km of Kanniya Hot Springs, Bliss Cabana provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 6.9 km from Kali Kovil, 7.4 km from Gokana Temple and 7.4 km from St. Mary's Cathedral Trincomalee. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.7 km from Trincomalee Railway Station.

Maritime and Naval History Museum is 7.5 km from the hostel, while Fort Frederick is 7.6 km away. China Bay Airport is 10 km from the property. It's a new place, very clean and well maintained. The owner is friendly and willing to help if you need anything. It's very close to the beach and there are lots of different restaurants nearby.

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9.3
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Located in Trincomalee, 600 metres from Uppuveli beach, C U Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a tour desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers nightclub and a concierge service. "C U Hostel is a hidden gem in Trincomalee! 🌴 Despite Google suggesting Nilaveli Beach properties, I stumbled upon this hostel near Uppuveli Beach and was blown away by its lively ambiance! 🌟 The vibe here is infectious, and I felt right at home. 💕 Great value for money, too! 💸 What truly sets C U Hostel apart, however, is the exceptional service provided by the owner and staff. They're proactive, empathetic, and genuinely invested in ensuring guests have an amazing stay. 🤝 The rooms are perfect for a good night's sleep - I loved how pitch dark it was, allowing me to sleep soundly without any light disturbances. 😴💤 And, with a cafe in the works, this place is bound to become even more special! 🤤 Can't wait to see it reach its full potential. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a more authentic and lively experience in the area! 👍"

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9.3
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Located in Trincomalee, within 400 metres of Uppuveli beach and 4.2 km of Kanniya Hot Springs, Mermaid Hostel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 5.3 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 6.5 km from Kali Kovil and 7 km from Gokana Temple. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The Mermaid Hostel is a simple, yet peaceful and comfortable solution for anyone willing to spend some relaxing days in Trincomalee. It is located in a strategic area, making it easy to reach the most beautiful beaches and the main bars / shops of the area. Special mention for Kokul, the manager, who was extremely kind and responsive to any request. He definitely made our stay more pleasant and unforgettable!

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9.5
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

Situated in Trincomalee, 200 metres from Uppuveli beach, Silva Hostel & Rooms features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.3 km from Kanniya Hot Springs. The owner was super nice and it was comfortable with AC and a nice location close to the beach

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9.4
Superb
24 reviews
Price from
US$6.80
per night

Situated in Trincomalee, 200 metres from Uppuveli beach, Laughing Leopard Trinco features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 4.3 km of Kanniya Hot Springs. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

At the hostel rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower. Great party hostel to meet fellow travellers

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8
Very good
186 reviews
Price from
US$9.92
per night

Set in Trincomalee, 100 metres from Uppuveli beach, You Can Beach Resort Uppuveli offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The property is around 4.6 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 4.8 km from Kanniya Hot Springs and 5.7 km from Kali Kovil. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and happy to have a conversation which I liked. Ended up staying three nights and would definitely stay again. Very close to the beach and a short stroll to the busier part of town. Shops close by. Great menu available and all meals I had were to a very high standard and well presented.

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8.3
Very good
35 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

Set in Trincomalee, 400 metres from Uppuveli beach, Trinco Be Cool Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is located 4.1 km from Kanniya Hot Springs, 5.4 km from Trincomalee Railway Station and 6.5 km from Kali Kovil. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests. They declined my stay, asked to find new one

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8.2
Very good
5 reviews
Price from
US$6.20
per night

Located in Trincomalee, 300 metres from Uppuveli beach, Echo Point provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The property is around 4.1 km from Kanniya Hot Springs, 5.5 km from Trincomalee Railway Station and 6.6 km from Kali Kovil. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. I had a wonderful stay at this guest house. The street is calm and feels very safe, which made coming and going super comfortable. Inside, the atmosphere is just perfect — warm, welcoming, and full of life without ever being too much. The presence of the aunts and children creates a homely, vibrant energy that makes you feel instantly at ease. It’s a great place to relax, whether you're solo or with friends. The guest house is dog-friendly, and their two adorable dogs add to the warm, welcoming vibe. Losan also organized several great activities for us — snorkeling, diving, sunset outings with guests from a friendly guest house, and even some lovely apéros. It really helped create a fun and social atmosphere without ever feeling forced. I had both breakfast and dinner during my stay — everything was delicious! Special mention for the spicy biryani: full of flavor and absolutely satisfying. This place strikes the perfect balance between being alive and peaceful — ideal for anyone looking to recharge without feeling isolated. 100% recommend this place!

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8.8
Fabulous
19 reviews
Price from
US$8
per night

Located in Trincomalee, less than 1 km from Uppuveli beach, Trinco Bay Dive Hostel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 4.7 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 5.7 km from Kali Kovil and 6.3 km from Gokana Temple. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.4 km from Kanniya Hot Springs.

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8
Very good
1 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Set in Trincomalee, within 300 metres of Uppuveli beach and 4.1 km of Kanniya Hot Springs, TrincoRed Guest & Hostel offers accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 5.5 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 6.6 km from Kali Kovil and 7.1 km from Gokana Temple. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The hostel is very welcoming and Roman was so nice with me

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6.4
Review score
15 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

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FAQs about hostels in Trincomalee District

  • C U Hostel, Bliss Cabana and Silva Hostel & Rooms have received great reviews from guests in Trincomalee District regarding the views from these hostels

  • We make it quick and easy to book a hostel in Trincomalee District. Here’s what we offer:

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  • Many families visiting Trincomalee District loved staying at C U Hostel, Bliss Cabana and You Can Beach Resort Uppuveli.

    Similarly, Laughing Leopard Trinco, Trinco Be Cool Hostel and Echo Point are also popular among family travellers.

  • Bliss Cabana, C U Hostel and Mermaid Hostel are some popular hostels in Trincomalee District.

    In addition to these hostels, Silva Hostel & Rooms, Laughing Leopard Trinco and Echo Point are also popular in Trincomalee District.

  • The average price per night for a hostel in Trincomalee District for this weekend is US$33, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • Most hostels on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • There are 15 hostels in Trincomalee District you can book on Booking.com.

  • Couples travelling in Trincomalee District loved staying at Mermaid Hostel, C U Hostel and Silva Hostel & Rooms.

    Similarly, these hostels in Trincomalee District are highly rated by couples: Bliss Cabana, You Can Beach Resort Uppuveli and Laughing Leopard Trinco.

Hostels that guests love in Trincomalee District