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The 10 Best Hostels in Galle, Sri Lanka

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Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 70 metres from Bonavista Beach, 2.4 km from Jungle Beach and 2.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

A great hostel, large rooms, cozy, lots of greenery and communal spaces, although not many people were there during my stay. Huge kitchen and dining area, washing machine, even tea and coffee (tea was really nice). Each dorm bed had an individual fan which was enough to keep cool, and showers had hot water. Only a short (10 min) bus ride to Galle Fort and the bus stop is very close. During my day trip to Galle Fort there was a huge thunderstorm and when I returned to the hostel, I found my laundry that had been drying outside brought in from the rain by the staff, so kind! There was also a donation/trade box for clothes people no longer wanted, which I found a very cool idea as thrift stores don't seem to be popular in Sri Lanka, and there's often need to make space in your backpack.

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9.1
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

Located in Galle, 1.3 km from Unawatuna Beach, Sixth Sense Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 1.4 km from Dalawella Beach, 1.8 km from Mihiripenna Beach and 7.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Such a nice hostel! Super clean, very friendly staff, good and quiet atmosphere. The kitchen is very spacious and the dorms very comfortable. Its located a bit out of town but surrounded by beautiful little streets and easy to access with tuctuc.

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9.9
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Dutch Church Galle is 7.1 km from the hostel, while Galle Fort is 7.3 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 20 km from Sanithu Homestay Galle.

The location, it’s very close to the beach, we had a kitchen and a terace.

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9.4
Superb
32 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Set in Galle, within 1.6 km of Bonavista Beach and 3.9 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Old Parkland Hostel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 4.1 km from Dutch Church Galle, 4.5 km from Galle Light house and 4 km from Galle Fort National Museum. The property is allergy-free and is situated 4.1 km from Galle Fort.

We enjoyed the hostel alot! The house is beautiful and the host is super friendly and helpful 😊 We felt home straight away. Rooms are very clean and the private bathroom is big. We got a tour in the wonderful garden full of fruit trees and incredible nature. The place has lots of squirrels 😍 It's not far from the center and quit at night. The breakfast was organic and prepared with love! We will definitely be back! Thank you so much! Smile and be happy ☀️❤️

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9.8
Exceptional
34 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Galle, Backpacker Galle Hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 1 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 1.2 km from Galle Fort and 1.2 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation provides entertainment staff and room service.

Nice place to stay in Galle. Great location. The breakfast is amazing and the rooms are comfortable. The family is very welcoming, kind and helpful.

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8.2
Very good
251 reviews
Price from
£5
per night

Situated in Galle, Lala's Place features a garden and terrace. The property is set 8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 9 km from Dutch Church Galle. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

Featuring shared bathroom facilities, rooms at Lala's Place also offer free WiFi.

Great location and surrounded by jungle- surprisingly quiet despite being near the main road.

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8.5
Very good
274 reviews
Price from
£2
per night

Set in Galle, 1.4 km from Mahamodara Beach, Jungle city Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, babysitting service and currency exchange for guests.

Breakfast was brilliant, staff went above and beyond to help, the Staff are so friendly, they make the hostel amazing!

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8.6
Fabulous
54 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Paradise Galle is set in Galle, 1.5 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. The hostel has a barbecue and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.

Short tuk tuk ride/25 min walk from Galle Fort. Beautiful guesthouse with lovely calm dog and nice balcony, with tea and coffee on request. Host was extremely helpful with organising transport and giving advice on where to go

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8.5
Very good
51 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

The hostel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a stovetop, a toaster, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a shower. At BunkyDew the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.

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7
Good
2 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Situated in Galle, 5.2 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Villa 6070 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 5.4 km from Galle Fort, 5.5 km from Dutch Church Galle and 5.9 km from Galle Light house. Galle Fort National Museum is 5.4 km away and Japanese Peace Pagoda is 7.5 km from the hostel.

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8.5
Very good
2 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

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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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  • Sanithu Homestay Galle
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 32 reviews

    Located in Galle, 700 metres from Pitiwella Beach, Sanithu Homestay Galle provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    The location, it’s very close to the beach, we had a kitchen and a terace.

  • Tanty’s Hostel
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews

    Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Clean, spacious dorms, common areas, friendly staff

  • Paradise Galle
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Paradise Galle is set in Galle, 1.5 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

    Nice people, they make us feel really comfortable. It's a really nice place for a cheap price ☺️

  • Villa 6070
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Galle, 5.2 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Villa 6070 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Lala's Place
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 274 reviews

    Situated in Galle, Lala's Place features a garden and terrace. The property is set 8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 9 km from Dutch Church Galle. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

    Everything is fine location staff very good people

  • Backpacker Galle Hostel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 251 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Galle, Backpacker Galle Hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Very sweet owner, comfortable and clean stay, location is also good. Liked it.

  • One C Hostel
    Central location
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Situated in Galle, 2.3 km from Dadalla West Beach, One C Hostel features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

  • Hidden Harmony Hostel

    Located in Galle, 4.8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Hidden Harmony Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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Hostels that guests love in Galle

  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have ever been to. The hospitality is beyond friendliness. The owner, Lesley, is a generous person with an idealistic sense of sharing live, culture and knowledge whereas his staff - Sam and Manoj - have been extremely skilled, offered great traditional food and everlasting smiles. The comfort and style of the rooms where simple yet elegant, comfortable as well. I had a great experience overall and can only recommend everyone who is near Unawatuna to stay in this hostel. I would love to come back anytime!
    Karbinski
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £10.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 70 reviews
    Great location, just next to a buddhist/hindu temple. Loved the area, next to some lovely eateries. Owners were pretty accommodating and flexible.
    Anais
    People with friends
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews
    Everyone is so nice and helpful. The place looks super new and clean including the kitchen, It has everything you need👌🏼. Best hostel experience so far, thank you!
    Loeke
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £20.70
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 89 reviews
    BEAUTIFUL sweet clean and safe appartement in kind of residential area! AND there is a washingmachine:). There is a large bbalcony and a rooftopterrace with great views! To go to the fort short enjoyable cheap tuk tuk ride! The owner is very nice, intelligent, responsive and fun. As i had a late afternoon buss I could stay in a room in his house for free which was very appreciated. 5 star treatment!🌹 So if you go to GALLE, do not look any further and stay here! 🍀🍀🍀
    Antonius
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £10.81
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 251 reviews
    About a 10-15 minute walk from Galle Fort, Backpacker Galle Hostel is tucked away in a wooded area just off a side street. This meant that it was quiet and easy to get to the main attractions in Galle. I never waited long for the bathroom, and I liked that there were plenty of hangers inside the bathroom.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.58
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 508 reviews
    Great location in the Middle of the fort. Everything was easy to access. Felt very safe being alone there with my son. Good breakfast and Manager very helpful
    Veronique
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £11.94
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 810 reviews
    Fantastic vipe, super relaxed hang out. You will not find a more chill place on the west coast. Bara and his staff treat you like friends. Rooms are basic but so is price. The tree cabins are a gift, waking up with the sound and view of the sea. Good afordable food. Great for backpackers and those traveling on budget.
    Joram
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £7.96
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews
    About 1.1km near from Galle central. This is big hostel i had ever seen in my srilankan trip. Rooms are well managed, decorated, neat n clean. Wood strusture is fabulous in this hostel. Laundry is at cheap rate for unlimited cloth at once. We can use their kitchen and fridge also. 1-2 min walk there is beach. Free bottle drinking water available. Rooms rates also affordable for couples and dormitory also.
    prashant
    Solo traveller
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 274 reviews
    Best hostel I've stayed in, highly recommend!
    Daniel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £3.18
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 324 reviews
    Best hostel of the beach, will 100% recommend! Do not hesitate to go here, you have easy and cheap bus or tuktuk from Galle and you will feel at paradise!
    Rouan
    Young couple