Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Staff

8.9

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About this property

Colombo downtown monkey is centrally located in the heart of Colombo just a short 5-minute walk from you Colombo’s main Railway and Bus Station. Guests can also check-out the peaceful Beira Lake. In a prime location in Colombo, Colombo Downtown Monkey is 5 minute walk from Galle face green & Old parliament building. Located around 1.6 mi from Gangaramaya temple & 1.8 mi away from R Premadasa Stadium, 1.6 mi from Indian Embassy. The property is 2-minute walk from Colombo rowing club. The hostel has free WiFi & A continental breakfast can be enjoyed in the breakfast area. The 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area. Popular points of interest near the hostel include World Trade Center - Sri Lanka, Colombo Dutch Museum and Colombo Harbor. Bandaranaike International Airport is 17 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental

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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Shanto
India India
“Their hospitality and well maintained rooms and service”
Vivek
India India
“It is located very near to colombo fort and is an affordable one. Feeno explained a lot about srilanka .very informative and helped us to plan our next travel destinations. Safe for women as well.”
Abylaikhan
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The location is really nice. Please read what is written in description. The railway station is across the road. However the staff is so nice. Unfortunately I don’t remember the name of the lady who is taking care of the hostel, but she is so cute...”
Shehar
Pakistan Pakistan
“The hostel is right besides train station. so, it is what i needed, catching early morning train. else, its a basic hostel with all needed facilities. it was ok for me.”
Mubarak
India India
“Property is very comfortable. and neet and clean. Good receiving i like very much because main sightseeing places are very near. Communication is good also breakfast including.... I personally recommended this property... Tq”
Balasingam
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I had a great stay! The staff were very friendly and always ready to help, which made the experience even better. The breakfast included in the package was quite decent – two toasts, a tasty egg omelet, fresh fruits, and your choice of juice, tea,...”
Olbun
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“All are good. ..Neela was fantastic and given very good service .”
Olbun
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Neela.was great staff member. She.heslp.me.lot. Very nice place . Value for money .”
Peter
United States United States
“Bed. Mosquito Nets. Good breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff. Handy location.”
Sara
Spain Spain
“The location is perfect because it is 5mkn away from the train station. Just in the center! The staff is friendly and nice💛”

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House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.