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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Colombo, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Clock Inn Colombo |
7.8 / 10 (592 Reviews) |
From 12$ | |
| Cityrest Fort |
7.5 / 10 (466 Reviews) |
From 32$ | |
| Hostel Republic At Galle Face |
9.1 / 10 (93 Reviews) |
From 12$ | |
| Colombo City Jumbo Backpackers Hostel |
8.2 / 10 (423 Reviews) |
From 23$ | |
| Colombo City Hostel |
7.8 / 10 (316 Reviews) |
From 22$ |
Travelling to a new destination for the first time can be a daunting task. There are endless decisions to make such as what to see and do, where to eat and sleep, and how to get around. For budget-conscious travellers, one of the most important choices is deciding whether to stay in a hostel or a hotel. Here are four reasons why hostels should be your go-to choice when travelling to Colombo.
Hostels are affordable.
Compared to hotels, hostels offer much better value for your money. In Colombo, you can find hostels starting at just Rs.500 per night. This is a fraction of the cost of a hotel room, which can often be several thousand rupees.
Hostels are social.
Hostels are a great way to meet new people and make friends from all over the world. Most hostels have a common area where guests can gather to socialise, and many also organise group activities such as tours and nightlife events.
Hostels are convenient.
Hostels are typically located in the heart of the city, close to all the major attractions and amenities. This means you can save time and money on transportation, and you’ll be able to explore more of your destination.
Hostels are safe.
Hostels are a safe and secure alternative to hotels, and offer a great value for your money. Staff at the front desk are always on hand to help with anything you need, and hostel guests are typically a friendly and social bunch.
Best Hostels in Colombo
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Clock Inn Colombo
From 12$
The 2-star Clock Inn Colombo is located nearly a 20-minute walk of National Museum of Colombo and 10 minutes by foot from for PW. Airport shuttles and a tour desk along with a free car park, a sun terrace and a picnic area are offered at the inn.
Set in a touristic area, the budget property is blocks from the beach. This hostel is situated in the heart of Colombo. Guests can dine in Barefoot Garden Cafe café, which is just a 5-minute walk away. Pettah Floating Market is set at 3.7 km distance from Clock Inn Colombo. Ratmalana Air Force Base airport is a 20-minute drive away.
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Cityrest Fort
From 32$
This 3-star Cityrest Fort Hostel is in 10 minutes' drive from National Museum of Colombo and features a picnic area, a hairdresser and a rooftop terrace onsite. The 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" is set a 20-minute walk of the Colombo hostel.
The accommodation is located in the shopping district of Colombo, steps away from Bank of Ceylon Tower. The hostel is situated in the centre of Colombo. Guests can enjoy American, contemporary, Asian and fusion cuisine offered in Kaffeine by REPUBLK, which is a 5-minute walk away. Cityrest Fort Hostel lies steps away from Bally's Casino. Kelaniya airport is around 0.5 km away.
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Hostel Republic At Galle Face
From 12$
Located 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport, Hostel At Galle Face offers a free car park and a terrace for guests' convenience. The Colombo hostel is set near a free beach.
The beachfront 2-star property is set in a tourist area, 25 minutes on foot from the decorative 1909 Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. The hostel is situated in the heart of Colombo. A wide range of dining options including The Bavarian German Restaurant and Pub can be found a 5-minute walk away. Hostel At Galle Face boasts a prime location 15 minutes' walk of Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct. The Colombo hostel is located near a train station.
Cheap Hostels in Colombo
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Colombo City Jumbo Backpackers Hostel
From 23$
Located 1.8 km to National Museum of Colombo, Colombo City Jumbo Backpackers Hostel offers 24 hour front desk assistance, a laundry room and housekeeping service. The 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" is in a 10-minute ride from the Colombo hostel.
The nearest airport is Kelaniya, 0.5 km from the accommodation. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. A wide range of dining options including Hadramout resturant for arabicha can be found 600 metres away. Colombo City Jumbo Backpackers Hostel is placed steps away from Eye Hospital.
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Colombo City Hostel
From 22$
Colombo City Hostel is placed in the heart of Colombo in 15 minutes' stroll from Galle Face Green. This Colombo hostel has free self parking and a swimming pool for the ease of its guests.
Located in Kollupitiya district, the accommodation is set in 15 minutes' stroll of National Museum of Colombo. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Capri Club serving delicious dishes is about a 5-minute walk away. Casino Marina Colombo is also set close by. The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport, about 0.5 km from Colombo City Hostel.
Hotels in Colombo
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Bentota River Seaplane Base, Bandaranaike International, Victoria Reservoir SPB, Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane, Kelaniya |
| Average Price 💰 | 80$ |
| Hotels in Colombo 🏨 | 529 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 4505 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | St Anthony's Shrine, R Premadasa Stadium, Talangama Wetland, National Museum of Colombo, All Saints' Church |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Clock Inn Colombo |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Cityrest Fort |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Hostel Republic At Galle Face |
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Seconds Hostel - Colombo
From 7$
Featuring complimentary parking, a sun terrace and a picnic area, Backpack Hostel 44 is set a mere 1.2 km to the Early 20th-century Isipathanarama Buddhist Temple in Colombo. The Colombo hostel is located in 10 minutes' ride from the laid-back Viharamahadevi Park.
The nearest airport is Ratmalana Air Force Base, 0.5 km from this accommodation. Guests will enjoy international, Asian and Sri Lankan meals in VU-Restobar, which is 5 minutes by foot from the hostel. National Museum of Colombo is set 3.7 km of the property.
Family Hostels in Colombo
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Groove House Hostels
From 25$
This 2-star Groove House Hostels is situated within a 10-minute walk from Thimbirigasyaya and 10 minutes' stroll from Modara Sri Vengateshwara Maha Vishnu Temple. Some rooms at the Colombo hostel have a microwave and kitchenware.
The nearest airport is Kelaniya, 0.5 km from the property. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Otter Aquatic Club bar is 5 minutes' stroll of the hostel. The Landscaped Diyatha Uyana Waterfront Park is located 3.7 km of Groove House Hostels.
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Bunky Monkey Hostels
From 15$
Bunky Monkey Hostel is situated at 0.5 km distance from Marino Mall and a 25-minute stroll of the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green".
Located in Kollupitiya district, Bunky Monkey Hostel is also close to Casino Marina Colombo. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Halo Diner treats guests with fusion dishes and is set only 5 minutes' stroll away. The hostel is just a few steps from German Embassy In Colombo. Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base is 0.5 km from Bunky Monkey Hostel.
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My Little Island Hostel
From 36$
My Little Island Hostel - Colombo is located 1.9 km of Thimbirigasyaya and at 350 metres of Barefoot Gallery. Dry cleaning and housekeeping are available.
The nearest airport is Ratmalana Air Force Base, 0.5 km from My Little Island Hostel - Colombo. The hostel's location is close to German Embassy In Colombo. Guests can enjoy Japanese and Asian dishes in Cafe Japan located in 100 metres away. My Little Island Hostel - Colombo is set 15 minutes on foot from Casino Marina Colombo. The Colombo hostel is 600 metres of Thummulla Roundabout bus station.
Hostels in Colombo with Car Parking
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Backpack Lanka Hostel
From 15$
This 2-star Backpack Lanka Hostel is 10 minutes on foot from the public Viharamahadevi Park, while Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple is nearly 15 minutes' walk away. Set near a lake, the Colombo hostel has a free carpark and a cinema room.
The accommodation offers accommodation in Kollupitiya district, Colombo. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Guests can try Asian and Sri Lankan dishes in Raja Bojun, located a 5-minute walk to the hostel. Bellagio Colombo lies near Backpack Lanka Hostel. The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 0.5 km from the Colombo accommodation.
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Tuk Tuk Hostels
From 30$
Tuk Tuk Hostels is 25 minutes' stroll of Nelum Pokuna Performing Arts Theatre and less than a 10-minute walk of Independence Square. Some rooms at the Colombo hostel have a microwave oven, refrigerators and kitchenware.
While staying at this property, guests have access to Independence Memorial Hall. The lake is 900 metres away. The city's café German Artisan Bakery and Deli is only 250 metres from the hostel. Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple is located in 10 minutes' ride from Tuk Tuk Hostels. The accommodation is also a 20-minute drive from Ratmalana Air Force Base airport.
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Miracle Colombo City Hostel
From 14$
Miracle City Inn Hostel is located within 5 minutes' ride away from the 39 - storey towers "World Trade Center", close to Bellagio Colombo.
This 2-star Miracle City Inn Hostel offers accommodation in Kollupitiya district, Colombo. The Colombo hostel is 25 minutes' stroll of Pettah Floating Market. Serving guests with Indian dishes, Seasons is only 5 minutes' stroll away. The hostel is within walking distance of Colpetty Jummah Masjid. Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base is 0.5 km from Miracle City Inn Hostel.
Hostels in Colombo with Private Rooms
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Vibe Hostels
From 40$
Featuring free parking, a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area, Vibe Hostels is set 25 minutes by foot from Independence Memorial Hall in Colombo. There is the 39-storey towers "World Trade Center" at 2.5 km distance from the Colombo hostel.
Located in Kollupitiya district, the property is also close to the public Viharamahadevi Park. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Serving guests with international, Asian and Sri Lankan dishes, Flavoured at Cinnamon red is only 100 metres away. Vibe Hostels is just a few steps from Chabad of Sri Lanka. The property is also a 10-minute drive from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport.
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Lost & Found - Colombo
From 13$
Stay Lost & Found - Colombo, located 20 minutes by foot from the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green", offers guests a Jacuzzi and a terrace. The Colombo hostel is also 10 minutes' drive from the 39 - storey towers "World Trade Center".
The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 0.5 km from the property. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Guests will enjoy international, Asian and Sri Lankan meals in Flavoured at Cinnamon red, which is merely 5 minutes' walk from the hostel. Stay Lost & Found - Colombo is nestled close to Viharamahadevi Park.
City Jumbo Backpackers Hostel with room rates from 7US$ per night;
Island Hostels for 10US$ per night.