59/B Gangarama Road Pelena, 81700 Weligama, Sri Lanka
#11 of 87 hotels in Weligama
Guests' ChoiceBased on 114 hostel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 May 2024
Luka
Sri LankaSpent 4 nights here and will hopefully be back! Good place to have a quiet but social time, the owner is a young cool guy, no stress at wake up weligama. Little kitchen, great location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Mo
United KingdomI absolutely adored Wake Up Weligama, Mahesh (the host) made sure everything ran smoothly and was brilliant at bringing everyone together, as well as being an absolutely amazing person. One of my favourite hostels so much so that kept coming back to Weligama for it!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Chales
FranceA very social hostel with a great atmosphere. The manager is funny and adorable and does everything to make us feel at ease. He gives us tips on things to do in the area and takes us to the surf spot (5 min by walk) every morning, where we can take a lesson or simply rent boards. The bathrooms and dorms are clean, with mosquito nets and fans above each bed. Every evening there's an organized activity or party ! Best place in Welligama !
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Matthew
United KingdomIt is a back to basics hostel, so no AC but there’s fans.
The best place to stay if you’re seeking a family and community with Mahesh the owner and other travellers. The hostel is small so it is easy to make friends with everyone. Mahesh and the volunteers organise events and trips everyday. Kitchen area and fridge to store food. Friendly dogs :)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Josip
CroatiaEverything was perfect, room, host which is really active in organising events and giving info about some, room was basic but clean, had big locker (I had my own lock), bathroom was big and kept clean.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Amanda
SpainNice place to meet other travellers with a homely feeling. It was great to feel the community vibe and Manesh makes sure there are activities to do.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Manuela
ChileIt has an amazing social vibe, easy to met people, go out and catch up. Mahesh, the owner, is super nice and kind and fun. 100% recommend
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Immanuel
GermanyWake Up Hostel was my favourite Hostel in Sri Lanka so far. The social vibe is great and you can easily get to know new people. There is social activities every day, the location is 5 minutes from the beach and it's a bit off of the main road so you don't here the traffic. In addition the Host is super cool and takes part in most hostel activities. The dorm room was spacy, clean and there was a wooden Box to store your important stuff. If you want to to experience something you should definitely go here.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Kougioni
GreeceWe had to pay for the water machine to full our bottles!
Really nice vibe! We had a double private room which was pretty comfortable with a big fan and a bit far from the dorms and the common area! Which is good if you want to relax but you are not so included in the group of the rest of the travellers! However the host providing information of everything about food and events around Shiah is really nice.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Jessica
GermanyReally nice hostel, super social and the owner Mahesh is a lovely guy who organises every evening an activity which you can join :)
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Jesse
FinlandThe owner mahesh is a fantastic person always coming up with various different activities for people to join. The general vibe was heart warming, the chillout area is nice and cozy and the people staying there were fantastic. Booked for a few nights but ended up staying for almost two weeks. Can recommend this place for all the nice people out there!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Sofia
ItalyThe WiFi definitely to implement. Not working at all in our bedroom.
We had a very nice stay. The bedroom was very wide, bright and clean! The mattress was very comfortable and very big, we slept very well. The room and the area around were very quiet. The staff were very kind and helpful!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Natálie
Czech RepublicThis was one of my best experiences in Sri Lanka. I think that accommodation here is ideal for everyone, especially solo travelers who want to meet people on the same page. The owner of the hostel, Mahesh, is a hard working nice guy who helped me with everything I needed. I loved that we’ve spent a lot of time together with the other guests. We were surfing, going for breakfasts, ice bathing, partying, just chilling and enjoying together. This place really made me feel like i am part of a wakeup family! The chill zone upstairs of the hostel was my favourite place to be and to hang out. I will surely come back one day when I’m in Sri lanka.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Laura
SpainThe vibes, the manager, the location. Mahesh is in charge of the big family that every day changes a bit as new people come and others leave. The vibes there are awesome (chill area, planned activities almost everyday, best kombucha ever homemade by Mahesh…). And P.S. Weligama is the best surf spot
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Tara
United KingdomThe hostel is very welcoming and social, running events and making sure everyone is included. Close to the beach and nice cafes. Really enjoyed my stay here and wish I could have been there longer!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Catherine
United KingdomThe communal lounge area and kitchen could have been kept tidier
Staying in this hostel was like being part of a family for a few days. Mahesh, the owner, is a very friendly and social guy who makes such an effort to make everyone feel welcome. He was kind enough to let me store my luggage in the hostel and even use the shower after I checked out! There are family dinners almost every night and other social activities run by the hostel e.g. nights out. When I arrived in my dorm the fan was broken however Mahesh quickly resolved this. Mosquito nets on the beds were a big bonus! It was also great having a kitchen area to make hot drinks etc. Good location only 10/15 mins from Weligama beach, lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Schwendenwein
AustriaSometimes a bit noisy, but hey, it’s a travellers hostel - so totally fine :)
This hostel is a great spot for solo travelers or friends, who have time and are down to have fun at Weligama. The atmosphere with the other travelers is great and the host organises a lot of fun activities. It has an aesthetic and is excellenty located, in a calm area but very close to the beach. Would definitely recommend for any traveller!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Miriam
AustriaThe common sitting area was a bit grimmy and also the kitchen could have been cleaner.
Small hostel with a cozy atmosphere. The beds were super comfy and every bed has its own fan. Also every dormroom has its own bathroom. The host organizes group activities every other night.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Maciej
PolandHostel feels like home. It's definitely not a fancy one. Mahesh - the owner, is kinda like a granny who takes care of you, organises everything, cheers u up and makes u feel cozy. Hostel is v basic, although after booking for 1 night you'll probably end up staying 3 weeks. Cheers & cya there in 2024;]
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Maria
PortugalPerfect for solo travelers! A lot of activities are involved and you are welcomed as a family member. Met lovely people!!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Niko
FinlandIf you are looking a place that feels like home in weligama. This is your place then! I had so much fun and welcoming memories and eating together like at home.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Urszula
PolandI loved staying there, everything about Wake up is great! Booked two nights, stayed for almost a week - like most of the people there, cause it's hard to say goodbye to the unique atmosphere of this cosy place. Mahesh is a wonderful, friendly and helpfull person who makes you feel at his place like home. Lots of activities to do together, from having great daily conversations over breakfast to visiting beaches around Weligama and surroundings together. Comfortable big rooms with fans, very nice bathrooms, kitchen space, great location, very close to the beach. Homemade kombucha and delicious coffee available any time of the day. I really hope to visit Wake up again!! 1000000/10, totally off the scale:)
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Natasha
New ZealandAmazing host and super friendly vibe there.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Mottaghy
BelgiumI loved staying at wake-up hostel, everybody was really nice and there is a really cute dog :) I would recommend it to everyone!
Stayed in October 2023
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