No,25, Porutota road, Ethukala, Negombo, 11500 Negombo, Sri Lanka
#35 of 115 hotels in Negombo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 150 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.0
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 18 April 2024
Andres
ColombiaThey can improve the cleaning
Sea front. Nice communal area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Elisabeth
AustriaThe beds had no curtains
Great ocean view, hammocks outside, very nice staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Aniqa
Sri LankaA little strange smell from the washroom and the ceiling fans were a bit slow for the weather.
The location is very good, a private entry to the beach. The views from there were sublime. The staff was helpful and friendly. There was a heatwave in the area for the night I was staying in so Yohan, the manager shifted me and my roommate to a more comfortable room free of charge as it was vacant. The generosity of the host has been plenty
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Céleste
Francethe localisation
The place is ok but i really didn’t like Negombo, it’s not worth to stay here the beach is not good and the city has not much for itself. The hostel is ok but didn’t like the vibe here, some rooms are with no A/C which I don’t recommend and the bars is the streets are really loud. For a night of transit it’s ok. And don’t take the 2500ruppies tuktuk for the airport, even at 5am there were some pickme for less than 1000.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Toni
SwedenKitchen didn’t have dish washing soap and was in general not very well maintained. A lot of the facilities seemed a bit half done, gave a messy impression.
Amazing beach views! Easy to take a swim (but waves are large). All the hustle and bustle of Negombo is right outside with shops and restaurants. Close to the airport.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Branden
United KingdomThe rooms were very small, not much social area.
Great location right on the beach!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Patrick
United KingdomWas good but despite me not being there for most the week I've just noticed they charged me bit more than what I booked might have been an accident not sure
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Robert
IrelandWi-Fi was quite poor.
The property was in a great location, walking distance to nice restaurants and on the beach. The staff were friendly and a good atmosphere.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Kalle
FinlandYou can literally step right onto the beach from the hostel. They have hammocks, and most dorm beds have curtains.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Tarik
MoroccoThe place is great, but I think if they took more care of it it would be more than wonderful
The place is good and overlooks the sea, everything is goog😊
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Reg
United KingdomRight on the beach and in amongst lots of bars and restaurants. Quiet room with comfy bunk beds. Basic but functional and good value for money.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Murali
IndiaLocation is a big plus and the sea view from the common area. Shoutout to the host!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Leonor
PortugalVery nice staff and nice location!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Toby
United KingdomCould be cleaner but nothing too bad.
Great location, helpful staff. Everything in room worked as it should.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Avital
IsraelNot good water pressure in shower but for one night it’s fine
It was great for a one night stop over after a flight The staff were so so nice very very helpful!! Clean, nice rooms, on the beach it’s got a chill vibe
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 June 2023
Bahaeddine
Germanynothing
location, comfort, hospitality, view, everything was great.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Maika
SpainIt was all correct, the owner was so helpful! I would recommend to stay here.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 1 June 2023
Jennifer
Germanythe sink for the girls room was really dirty on my first day but it got better then. there is currenly a big renovation which makes the common area a bit uncomfortable (but the owner said this while booking)
the beach view is great! the owner was also great to reach and gave good advise. he even turned the AC on. he organsed an airport pickup. theres drinks in the hostel u can buy
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 4 May 2023
Adam
CanadaThe air conditioning is only on at night so if you're in the room during the day it's quite hot. Only 1 shared bathroom for the 4 beds. Wasn't dirty but wasnt immaculate.
I like that it was a 4 bed room rather than a 6, 8 or 10. I like the balcony that looks at the ocean and the size of the room for 4 people. The staff were super friendly. Very affordable for a great location. Give you a lock box for all your valuables.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 29 April 2023
Klara
United Kingdomthe location, price, and facilities are great. i booked a room without AC and I’d recommend going for one if you are planning your stay around the hot days. the property is clean and has a wonderful view of the beach
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 21 April 2023
Joe
United KingdomThere were building works downstairs (the owner notified me after booking) Once these are complete it should be a cool place.
Location, view and staff. The room was big, modern and had a great view.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Meaghan
CanadaThe location was great and a host was super helpful with information.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Sabine
DenmarkIt’s a construction site and it’s very dirty everywhere, I would not stay here for longer at the moment.
Beautiful view from the balcony and common space to the beach, perfect with the hammocks for a relaxing time before or after going to the airport. It was social for Negombo area as I think most backpackers choose this place because of the beach.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 5 February 2023
Mélanie
FranceThe hostal is on the front of the beach. Really nice. Wake up in the morning and see the beach. The guy is super nice and willing to help us for all you need. I highly recommend this place. On my way back before leaving the country I'll stay there
Stayed in January 2023
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