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The 10 Best Hostels in Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka

Some of the best backpacker spots in Mount Lavinia

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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 situated 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. At Clock Inn Dehiwala rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The manager and the staff are so nice and helpful

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8.8
Fabulous
178 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Located 500 metres from the Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo Beach Hostel features free Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests can relax on the terrace, which is fitted with tables and chairs.

Several cafes and shops can be found within walking distance from Colombo Beach Hostel. The centre of Colombo is 10 km away.

Really nice hostel, whilst quite far away from Colombo itself- there is not much to do in the city anyway and here is nice for the beach and the people here are so friendly. One of my fav hostels, lots of good memories here.

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8.3
Very good
153 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

All units at the hostel come with a seating area. The units at Colombo Mount Beach feature air conditioning and a desk.

Leisure World is 35 km from Colombo Mount Beach, while St Anthony's Church is 49 km away. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 3 km from the hostel.

Perfectly located near the Mt.Lavinea beach. You can enjoy the view of sea at the hotel's roof top. Spacious rooms. Comfortable. Host is friendly and kind.

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8.8
Fabulous
51 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Hitchhike Backpackers is located just 400 metres from the Mount Lavinia Bus Station. The property provides a 24-hour front desk for the convenience of the guests. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas of the property.

very very need and clean. owner was very co operative.

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8.1
Very good
9 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Located in Colombo, 300 metres from Wellawatte Beach, The Anam Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is around less than 1 km from Milagiriya Beach, a 19-minute walk from Mount Lavinia Beach and 3.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Really amazing staff Large clean rooms Hot water shower

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8.5
Very good
38 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. With a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, certain rooms at Seconds Colombo also offer a city view.

Milagiriya Beach is 2.7 km from Seconds Colombo, while Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 7 km from the hostel.

everything was just perfect in this hostel, breakfast was amazing and healthy (which is not always the case in all other places) rooms were clean and comfortable

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8.7
Fabulous
469 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Havelock City Hostel Colombo is situated in Timbirigasyaya. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Free Wi-Fi access is provided in the entire property. Breakfast is available on request.

All rooms in the hostel feature air conditioning and tile/marble flooring. The shared bathrooms are fitted with a shower.

Very good place, very clean and staff is very hospitable. They have library and kitchen.

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8.2
Very good
205 reviews
Price from
£6
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.

Absolutely amazing people and service. Staff went out of their way to help us retrive our lost baggage from the airport. Rooms and facilities are amazing too, will be back at the end of iur trip

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8.3
Very good
763 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Located in the heart of Galle Road, Clock Inn Colombo operates a 24-hour front desk and offers comfortable rooms with air conditioning. Free Wi-Fi access is available in its public areas and complimentary parking is provided.

Featuring modern décor, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with tiled flooring and include a safety deposit box. Rooms come with either a shared or private bathroom with shower facility.

Very friendly staff, lovely breakfast, tea on tap, clean and comfortable room

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7.6
Good
790 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

All rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. At CEYLON STAYZ rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Popular points of interest near CEYLON STAYZ include Bambalapitiya Beach, The Independence Square and Sinhalese Sports Club. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 11 km from the hostel.

Fantastic familiar atmosphere. Loved the place

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9.1
Superb
153 reviews
Price from
£8
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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  • Avg. price/night: £28.03
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 51 reviews
    Staying with a lovely family and their guidance and help in a safe and friendly environment was one of the best memories of our trip. The feeling of living with family❤️
    reza
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £25.37
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 153 reviews
    If you are a seasoned backpacker, you will appreciate this hostel. If not, you may find it basic. But the staff were incredible, so helpful and lovely. No hot water but you don’t really need it with the temperatures.
    Jessica
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £20.02
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 147 reviews
    Everything was perfect from the service and amenities to the food. I highly recommend the property and this will be my go-to place for this budget in Colombo from now onwards!
    Savindu
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.82
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 230 reviews
    Near The Main road. Separate balcony . Silent environment . Free and safely access to room
    Dhammika
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 14 reviews
    There is 24/7 security, who are very kind and helpful. They made me feel safe and never held back on compliments to the sarees I wore.
    Pia Jelena
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £25.37
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 153 reviews
    It was great hospitality by Phabina and the team, I also had great time with the guests very diverse and social hostel, soft landing in Sri Lanka
    Shay
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.05
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 210 reviews
    Very safe and great location. Fully functional room with AC, clean bathroom and nice double (bit short if you're over 5'10!! Staff were lovely.
    Symo81
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £25.37
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 153 reviews
    Maria is an excellent host and always ready to help. The hostel is located really near to the beach and has good rooms. The common area specially the roof top is really pretty. You can stay here if you want to meet new people and have some fun parties.
    Shaivya
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £40.05
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 210 reviews
    Great location, quiet and close to the beach. Great staff, unobtrusive but always there when you need them. Early check in and late check out, sorted out problems with the safe quickly, gave us a free upgrade. Quality sheets and towels.
    jane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £20.02
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 39 reviews
    You get exactly what you see in photos, very basic , good for 2 days at minimum budget. great location. very old but felt clean place. good shower and air-condition.
    ihabalami
    Solo traveller