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Mermaid Hostel

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Mermaid Hostel in Trincomalee offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, work desks, and free WiFi. Each room includes a shower, bidet, free toiletries, and slippers. Essential Facilities: Guests can enjoy a serene garden and free on-site parking. Additional services include a paid airport shuttle, housekeeping, full-day security, bicycle parking, bike hire, and car hire. Breakfast and Amenities: A delicious breakfast is served daily, featuring juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. The hostel provides free toiletries, slippers, and a work desk for added convenience. Local Attractions: Uppuveli Beach is a 4-minute walk away, while Kanniya Hot Springs lies 4.2 km from the property. Other nearby points of interest include Trincomalee Railway Station (5 km) and Fort Frederick (7 km). Scuba diving opportunities enhance the surrounding area.

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Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site

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Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast US$5
  • 6 bunk beds
US$21 for 3 nights
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Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 6 bunk beds
Bath
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Slippers
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$7 per night
Price US$21
Excluded: 11 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Breakfast US$5 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 18 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alice
    Italy Italy
    “Lovely hostel run by mother and daughter, very new, nice, clean, dorm with AC, fan, locker, electricity plug, comfortable beds and big and clean bathroom; nice outdoor space. Very friendly owners.”
  • Marco
    Italy Italy
    “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...”
  • Clara
    France France
    “Logement tout neuf, hostel qui vient d’ouvrir. Hôte adorable, très réactif, attentionné, aux petits soins. Il nous a même amené une table car nous en avions besoin. Cabane toute nickel. Literie vraiment excellente. Très bon débit d’eau. Clim très...”
  • Şahziye
    Germany Germany
    “This is a lovely new family-run hostel that instantly made us feel at home. The hosts are incredibly kind and welcoming – we left feeling like we had gained a few aunties and a whole new family. There's a real sense of care here that makes the...”

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House rules

Mermaid Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 11:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.