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Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near Colombo City Centre

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Interior
Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared kitchen facilities
Lobby lounge
Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, bidet, towels

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo
  • Place, Colombo City Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bellagio Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle Face Green
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

  • 30 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Colombo

Located in Kollupitiya, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is adjacent to Liberty Plaza and within a 10-minute stroll of Chabad of Sri Lanka. This 26-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.
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What's nearby

  • Casino Marina Colombo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bellagio Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Galle Face Green - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Summer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Premasiri Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪AYU - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Indo Ceylon Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, near Colombo City Centre
Guests staying at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and bidets. Dining areas are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Kollupitiya, just steps from Liberty Plaza, and within a 10-minute walk of Chabad of Sri Lanka and Bellagio Casino. You'll also find Colombo City Centre and Casino Marina Colombo less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), which is 21.9 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel.

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