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CEYLON STAYZ

Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo

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. Exceptional staff and location. Everything was perfect.

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9.1
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux

Galle Face Beach, Colombo

Located within 300 metres of Galle Face Beach and 1.4 km of Kollupitiya Beach, Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Bambalapitiya Beach is 2 km away and Khan Clock Tower is 3.2 km from the hostel. Comfy bed, clean bathroom & friendly staff.

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8.9
Fabulous
224 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Lost & Found - Colombo

Kollupitiya, Colombo

A continental breakfast is available each morning at the hostel. At Lost & Found - Colombo you will find a restaurant serving local, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The stuff so friendly and warm!! The housekeeper Dashari and The manager Anthony so friendly and helpful! All the other stuff also! 🙏😍We stayed at standard doubleroom with shared bathroom. The room was big and the bed so comfty! Good AC. And yu can have a good deasant price food from the restaurant, superdelicious pineapplejuice!!. The neibourghood was the best i have seen in Colombo! A big street close, but tiny tidy street this one, where the hotel was located, and also streets nearby. 😌☺️Temple area nearby and good shopping center also. Very much recommend this place to stay!!🙏

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8.3
Very good
370 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

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. Comfortable room and nice bathroom! Everything very clean and the staff have been very kind and helpful!

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8.2
Very good
205 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Seconds Colombo

Colombo

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. Really nice comfortable hostel! When your inside its more like your at the beach than in a major bustling city and I loved that!

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8.7
Fabulous
473 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Drop Inn Hostels

Colombo

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. Very clean and very good location.

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8.3
Very good
773 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Clock Inn Dehiwala

Mount Lavinia

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.

Leisure World is 34 km from Clock Inn Dehiwala, while St Anthony's Church is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 4 km from the hostel. The manager and the staff are so nice and helpful

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8.8
Fabulous
179 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Hostel Republic at Galle Face

Galle Face Beach, Colombo

Hostel Republic at Galle Face is located in Colombo, 1.4 km from U.S. Embassy and 1.5 km from Khan Clock Tower.

R Premadasa Stadium is 3.5 km from Hostel Republic at Galle Face, while Asiri Surgical Hospital is 5 km from the property. Bandaranaike Airport is 28 km away. Small hostel but very cozy. Silvia. The hostel manager you are amazing. He provide tips and info guide about the city. Very close to the mall 1 km. Closed to other hotels have great restaurants and bars. Confortable mattress . Wifi works fjne AC. No mosquitors

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8.5
Very good
245 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Colombo Beach Hostel

Mount Lavinia Beach, Mount Lavinia

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. It is a nice place. Very helpful staff. Mr.Dinesh and his staff are always responsive to any query. There is a small pool about 6 meters long. Very well lit at night. Very relaxing to have spend some time in the pool along with a beer at night before going to sleep. It has a small kitchen so that you can cook your food. Also a beautiful balcony and a yard where you can hang out with fellow travellers. Beach is just behind the hostel. 5 minutes walk. Ideal location for a vacation I recommend this place to everyone.

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8.3
Very good
157 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

The Anam Hostel

Wellawatte, Colombo

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 air-conditioned rooms provide a city view and come with a desk and free WiFi. Really amazing staff Large clean rooms Hot water shower

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8.3
Very good
42 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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