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Our top choices for Sri Lanka hostels

A modern hotel interior with a glass entrance, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

1. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (173 reviews)
"Good rooms, clean sheets, helpful staff, all good. Check in and out was a breeze"
United States
Muhammad Zarwan
The price is ₹2,937
₹3,543 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
A wooden staircase with intricate railings leading to a landing.

2. The Anam Hostel

The Anam Hostel
2.0 star property
Wellawatte
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"On a adoré notre séjour à Anam Hôtel ! On y a passé 10 jours. On a pu se reposer. L’hôtel se situe à quelques mètres de la plage, où on peut y voir des magnifiques coucher de soleil le soir. Le personnel de l’hôtel est juste super super gentil. Il y a une cuisine que l’on peut utiliser, mais aussi une machine à laver dont on peut se servir. Allez-y les yeux fermés, vous ne regretterez rien."
France
Jérémie
The price is ₹1,467
₹2,009 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Anam Hostel
A serene pool area with trees and a building in the background.

3. Closenberg Hotel

Closenberg Hotel
2.0 star property
Galle
6.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"The pictures are not a true reflection of this property. It has the potential to be a very lovely hotel but it is run down and falling apart. The rooms were dirty especially the bathroom. There wasn't a mosquito net for the bed. Service for breakfast was very slow. The pool looks like it needs a good clean. I couldn't even get into it. "
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is ₹3,731
₹4,461 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Closenberg Hotel
A building with a green awning, a sign reading "Villa 92", and a glass door entrance.

4. VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel

VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel
2.5 star property
Kandy
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"beautifully restored historic house near train and bus station and easy reach of attractions"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is ₹2,150
₹2,563 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
VILLA 92 - City Hotel - Hostel
Terrace/patio

5. KINGS BAY BEACH RESORT

KINGS BAY BEACH RESORT
2.0 star property
Galle
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It is an excellent business in terms of location. Business owners are friendly and helpful. Also, be sure to buy the souvenirs in the hotel"
Turkey
Irem
The price is ₹6,171
₹7,282 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
KINGS BAY BEACH RESORT
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, cushions, a wooden table, and a wicker chair.

6. Colombo Beach Hostel

Colombo Beach Hostel
2.0 star property
Mount Lavinia
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"Reliable staff, clean and comfortable room, very good access to the beautiful beach. Definitely recommendable."
Japan
RYOSUKE
The price is ₹1,761
₹2,307 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Colombo Beach Hostel
A row of potted plants against a yellow wall, arranged in a planter box on a tiled floor.

7. CityRest Fort - Hostel

CityRest Fort - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort
7.4 out of 10, Good, (107 reviews)
"Breakfast was included in to the price, but the kitchen was under reparation. They gave me 300 rupia as discount. Room was clean and tidy, fan good, walls very thin, excellent location if you travel by bus or train."
Finland
Rita
CityRest Fort - Hostel
A group of people sitting around a wooden table with drinks, including a bottle of Coca-Cola, in a room with wooden paneling and a large window.

8. Kandy City Rooms & Hostel

Kandy City Rooms & Hostel
2.0 star property
Kandy
5.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"I've paid online for a separate room. Once I arrived I noticed that there is no available room for me. As alternative they bring me to the other guesthouse far away from this place. The new place had broken wi-fi, there was no any infrastructure near the guesthouse. The back way I've been forced to be paid by myself."
United Kingdom
Dmitrii
Kandy City Rooms & Hostel
A balcony with a table set for tea, overlooking a lush valley and distant mountains.

9. Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant

Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant
2.0 star property
Ella
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great staff, and nice views."
United States
Cristian
The price is ₹1,840
₹2,193 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ella Nature Life Guest and Restaurant
A view of a residential area with various buildings and trees.

10. Haven Fort Hostel

Haven Fort Hostel
2.0 star property
Hunupitiya
The price is ₹4,301
₹5,127 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Haven Fort Hostel
A hammock under a palm tree, surrounded by rocks and grass, with a building in the background.

11. Aura City Hostel

Aura City Hostel
2.0 star property
Anuradhapura
The price is ₹1,592
₹2,289 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Aura City Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a hanging lamp, a view of the beach, and a large potted plant.

12. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka
2.0 star property
Ahangama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Awesome place to"
United Kingdom
Louis
The price is ₹7,057
₹8,517 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka
An indoor garden with hanging planters and lanterns.

13. Unwind Restaurant & Hostel

Unwind Restaurant & Hostel
2.0 star property
Seeduwa - Katunayake
Unwind Restaurant & Hostel
A room with wooden walls and a television mounted on the wall displaying a sports event. There is a table with a yellow checkered tablecloth, a menu stand, and a bottle of beer.

14. Snooze Station by Sydney Galle

Snooze Station by Sydney Galle
2.0 star property
Cheena Kotuwa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great staff , character building very clean"
Canada
Mark
The price is ₹3,852
₹4,640 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Snooze Station by Sydney Galle
A rocky beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

15. Nest Residence - Hostel

Nest Residence - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tangalle
The price is ₹583
₹695 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Nest Residence - Hostel
Hallway

16. Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel

Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel
2.0 star property
Milagiriya
6.0 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"I showed up and they told me I hadn’t booked. I showed them my hotels.com confirmation email and receipt. They said they never received the payment even though I had the receipt. They then made me pay for a full room which ended up costing more than what the room I booked online was. I also had bed bugs bite my legs during the stay. "
United States
Michael
Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

17. SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms

SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
2.0 star property
Rajagiriya
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Overall I enjoyed my stay in Sesya. Nicely built postel . Great location . "
India
AKHTAR RASHID
The price is ₹5,298
₹7,254 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
A rustic building with a thatched roof, a stone wall, and a paved pathway leading to a dining area.

18. Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya

Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya
2.0 star property
Hiriketiya
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ₹1,955
₹2,307 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Wake N Flow, Hiriketiya
An outdoor covered patio with wooden tables and benches, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

19. R BackPacker Hostel

R BackPacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Ahangama
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice place"
Denmark
Lillian
The price is ₹253
₹304 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
R BackPacker Hostel
A single bed with a white pillow, a wooden ladder, a white dresser, and a green door in a room with a white wall and a light fixture.

20. Fins Arugambay

Fins Arugambay
2.0 star property
Arugam Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"This property had its pros and its cons. Pros ✨Friendly, welcoming staff and always happy to see you ✨Location to the surf, shops, bars and restaurants, undeniably spot on, 5 starts for that alone. ✨Spacious rooms with air con ✨Reasonable price Cons 🫠Restaurant, bar and coffee not operating as I think it is now low season and everyone is getting ready to shut down for the end of the season so we didn’t have the opportunity to enjoy the advertised amenities 🫠It’s a hostel pulling in young...
United Kingdom
Lauren
The price is ₹3,169
₹3,740 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Fins Arugambay
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Top Sri Lanka Hotel Reviews

Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"Everything. We love the Granbell"
Imy 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Granbell Hotel Colombo

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Accommodation
159 Hostels
Lowest Price
₹304
Highest Price
₹8,517

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