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Featured Hostels in Sri Lanka

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

2 out of 5
37 Mudalige Mawatha Road, Fort, Colombo, Western
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Guests of C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a computer station, free newspapers, and a TV in a common area.
Walawwa home stay villa Sigiriya - Hostel

Walawwa home stay villa Sigiriya - Hostel

1.5 out of 5
94/a/2 kalapuraya, 94/a/2 kalapuraya, Sigiriya, Center
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
A full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Walawwa home stay villa Sigiriya - Hostel. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for LKR 90 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hostel include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
Breakfast included
Spa
Clock Inn Dehiwala - Hostel

Clock Inn Dehiwala - Hostel

2 out of 5
40 Hill Street, Dehiwala, Mount Lavinia
Free Cancellation
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$23 nightly
The price is $28 total per night
$28 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Clock Inn Dehiwala - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets.
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 out of 5
1090 Sri Jayawardenepura Mawatha, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, WP
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$52 nightly
The price is $64 total per night
$64 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms enjoy features like a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Kandy City Rooms & Hostel

Kandy City Rooms & Hostel

2 out of 5
281 Peradeniya Road, Kandy
Kandy City Rooms & Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage.
Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel

Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel

2 out of 5
No. 1A, Stubbs Place, Colombo
At Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20.00 per vehicle one way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Mazz Homestay

Mazz Homestay

2 out of 5
344/2B Ashokarama Mawatha, Seeduwa - Katunayake, Western Province
Guests of Mazz Homestay enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for LKR 2500.00 per vehicle roundtrip. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, an ATM, and a convenience store.
Backpackers Villa

Backpackers Villa

2 out of 5
Main Street, Arugam Bay, EP
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Backpackers Villa features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Eden Kandy

Eden Kandy

2 out of 5
16 Bahirawakanda Ln, Kandy, CP
$15 nightly
The price is $18 total per night
$18 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Eden Kandy enjoy free WiFi in public areas, local meal delivery service, and a communal living room. A stay here includes free offsite parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space.
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Hostels

Book a hostel in Sri Lanka
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in Sri Lanka. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything Sri Lanka has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at Sri Lanka hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of Sri Lanka.

Hostels let you really see Sri Lanka
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in Sri Lanka. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your Sri Lanka family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in Sri Lanka are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in Sri Lanka for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. Sri Lanka isn’t going to explore itself.

Sri Lanka Hostels essential information

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147 Hostels
Lowest Price
$18
Highest Price
$64
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C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel, Walawwa home stay villa Sigiriya - Hostel, Clock Inn Dehiwala - Hostel, SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms, Kandy City Rooms & Hostel, Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel, Mazz Homestay, Backpackers Villa, Eden Kandy

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