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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Colombo, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Miracle Colombo City Hostel |
8.4 / 10 (162 Reviews) |
From 14$ | |
| Clock Inn Colombo |
7.8 / 10 (588 Reviews) |
From 12$ | |
| Backpack Lanka Hostel |
7.6 / 10 (121 Reviews) |
From 15$ | |
| Bunky Monkey Hostels |
8.2 / 10 (155 Reviews) |
From 15$ | |
| Cityrest Fort |
7.5 / 10 (464 Reviews) |
From 32$ |
There are many accommodation options when travelling to Colombo, but for those looking for an affordable and social option, hostels should be high on the list. Hostels offer a unique travel experience, and when travelling in a group, can be more affordable than other types of accommodation.
There are several hostels in Colombo, all of which offer different amenities and vibes. It’s important to do your research before booking to make sure you find the right one for you.
Most hostels in Colombo include free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and laundry facilities. Some also include free airport transfers, activities, and evening meals.
Hostels are a great way to meet other travellers, and many of them have social activities such as movie nights, pub crawls, and tours. This makes it easy to get out and explore the city, and to make some friends along the way.
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Miracle Colombo City Hostel
From 14$
The 2-star Miracle Colombo City Hostel is situated 10 minutes' drive from the historic Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, in the Kollupitiya district of the city. Featuring karaoke, live performances and a terrace, this hostel offers a car park on site.
The property is placed in the heart of Colombo relatively close to the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green". The city centre can be reached within a 25-minute walk. Guests can dine in Capri Club bar, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away. Miracle Colombo City Hostel is set in close vicinity of Colombo Swimming Club. This Colombo accommodation is situated 15 minutes' drive from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and at a 7 km distance from Narahenpita train station.
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Set a 15-minute drive from R Premadasa Stadium, the budget Clock Inn Colombo provides free self-parking, a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area. It offers budget accommodation with WiFi in the rooms.
This inn is placed in the very heart of Colombo about 25 minutes on foot from the Historic Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. Because of its prime location in Colombo, the hostel is a popular destination. Barefoot Garden Cafe café is located just off the Colombo property. The 2-star Clock Inn Colombo is set a 5-minute ride from Gangaramaya Park. Narahenpita train station is approximately a 10-minute ride away.
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Backpack Lanka Hostel
From 15$
Located around a 10-minute walk from Bellagio Colombo, Backpack Lanka Hostel offers Wi Fi in public areas and parking. The hostel is set in the shopping district of Colombo.
While staying at the property, guests have access to Seema Malaka. The 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" is about 20 minutes' walk from the Colombo hostel. A café Bowl'd is about a 5-minute walk away. Thimbirigasyaya is located a 25-minute walk from the 2-star Backpack Lanka Hostel. The accommodation is 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and at a 7 km distance from train station Narahenpita.
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Bunky Monkey Hostels
From 15$
Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, Bunky Monkey Hostels offers accommodation at a 1.3 km distance from National Museum of Colombo. Marino Mall is a stroll from the Colombo hostel.
While staying at the property, guests have access to Casino Marina Colombo. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. A street food restaurant Halo Diner is a mere 50 metres away. Excel World Entertainment Park is located 25 minutes' walk from Bunky Monkey Hostels. The accommodation is 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and within 7 km of train station Narahenpita.
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Cityrest Fort
From 32$
The 3-star Cityrest Fort is located in a shopping district of Colombo, around a 5-minute walk from Cargills Department Store. For guests’ convenience, this Colombo hostel offers a sun terrace, a picnic area and a hairdresser.
The accommodation is placed in the very heart of Colombo, not far from Central Bank of Sri Lanka. Beira Lake is in a short walking distance from the hostel, while World Trade Center is nearly a 5-minute walk away. The Re.Pub.Lk bar is a 5-minute walk away. Cityrest Fort is nestled in proximity of Bally's Casino. The property is 0.5 km from Kelaniya airport and around 10 minutes' walk from train station Colombo Fort.
Hotels in Colombo
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Bentota River Seaplane Base, Bandaranaike International, Victoria Reservoir SPB, Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane, Kelaniya |
| Rating 🏅 | 38 |
| Colombo Hotels 🛎️ | 529 |
| Cities Nearby 🌇 | Maligawatta, New Bazaar, Pettah |
| Minimum Price 💸 | 7$ |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Miracle Colombo City Hostel |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Clock Inn Colombo |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Backpack Lanka Hostel |
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My Little Island Hostel
From 36$
My Little Island Hostel is situated about 10 minutes' walk from Majestic City Colombo and nearly 15 minutes' walk from National Museum of Colombo.
Located in the Bambalapitiya district, the hostel is also close to Bellagio Colombo. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Shiwu Chinese Restaurant lies within easy walking distance from the Colombo hostel. The Historic Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple is set nearly 20 minutes' walk from this accommodation. My Little Island Hostel is 0.5 km from Ratmalana Air Force Base airport and 10 minutes by car from train station Narahenpita.
Family Hostels in Colombo
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Colombo City Jumbo Backpackers Hostel
From 23$
The 2-star Colombo City Jumbo Hostel is set 950 metres of Excel World Entertainment Park and nearly 20 minutes on foot from the historic Sri Kaileswaram Temple.
The nearest airport is Kelaniya, 0.5 km from this hostel. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Guests may find Hadramout resturant for arabicha restaurant a few minutes drive from the Colombo hostel. This Colombo accommodation is set nearly 20 minutes on foot from Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil. Narahenpita train station lies approximately a 10-minute ride away.
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Groove House Hostels
From 25$
The 2-star Groove House Hostels is set about a 5-minute walk from Cathedral of Christ the Living Saviour and at a 2.9 km distance from Seema Malaka Temple. Some units at the hostel include a microwave, an electric kettle and kitchenware.
This accommodation offers accommodation in the Borella district, Colombo. The city centre can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Otter Aquatic Club bar is situated next door to the Colombo hostel. Ashokaramaya Buddhist Temple is set about 15 minutes' walk from Groove House Hostels. The Colombo property is located a few metres away from Wijerama bus station.
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Colombo City Hostel
From 22$
Colombo City Hostel is located in the Kollupitiya district approximately a 15-minute walk from Galle Face Green. Featuring free self-parking and a swimming pool, this hostel offers a car park on site.
The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 0.5 km from the Colombo property. The Colombo hostel is set approximately a 20-minute walk from the expansive Beira Lake. Kyoto Mirai serves Japanese dishes and lies 5 minutes' walk away. Colombo City Hostel offers proximity to Seema Malaka. This Colombo property is located at a 7 km distance from Narahenpita train station.
Hostels in Colombo with Car Parking
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Hostel Republic At Galle Face
From 12$
Located within 2 km of the standing Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Hostel Republic At Galle Face offers Wi Fi throughout the property and public parking. Excel World Entertainment Park can be visited just a pleasant stroll away from the Colombo hostel.
The beachfront 2-star accommodation is set in the heart of Colombo, in a touristic area. Because of its prime location in Colombo, the hostel is a popular destination. Lagoon restaurant with healthy cuisine is about a 5-minute stroll away. Hostel Republic At Galle Face is next to Galle Face Green and the Fashion Retailer Romafour. The property is 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and a 10-minute ride from train station Narahenpita.
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Haven Fort Hostel
From 15$
The 2-star Haven Fort Hostel is a mere 500 metres from Beira Lake and just 150 metres from Masjidul Akbar Jumma Mosque Slave Island.
The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 10 km from this Colombo hostel. The accommodation is situated in Colombo, within close distance of Colombo Dutch Museum. Guests can enjoy fusion dishes in the KAFE, which is a mere 150 metres away. Arulmihu Sivasubramania Swami Kovil lies near the hostel. Haven Fort Hostel is located only a few minutes away from Nawaloka bus station.
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Seconds Colombo Hostel
From 7$
Seconds Hostels is only 1.4 km from the Early 20th-century Isipathanarama Buddhist Temple and about a 15-minute drive from R Premadasa Stadium. A sun terrace, a picnic area and karaoke are offered for the guests of this Colombo hostel.
The 2-star accommodation is located in the business district of Colombo, in the proximity of Gandhara Furniture Store. The city centre can be reached within a 25-minute walk. Serving Sri Lankan dishes, VU-Restobar lies within easy walking distance of the hostel. Wellawatte Beach is set approximately 25 minutes on foot from Seconds Hostels. This property is 0.5 km from Ratmalana Air Force Base airport and at an 8 km distance from train station Narahenpita.
Hostels in Colombo with Private Rooms
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Tuk Tuk Hostels
From 30$
Tuk Tuk Hostels is situated in the heart of Colombo and merely 1.1 km from Independence Memorial Hall. For guests’ convenience, this Colombo hostel offers free self-parking, a patio and a garden.
Located in the Cinnamon Gardens district, the 2-star accommodation is also close to Thimbirigasyaya. Arcade Indpendence Square Pond is a few metres away from the hostel, while St. Theresa's Catholic Church is 100 metres away. A german Artisan Bakery and Deli restaurant is just a few steps away. Ashokaramaya Buddhist Temple lies near Tuk Tuk Hostels. This property is 0.5 km from Ratmalana Air Force Base airport and within 2.5 km of train station Narahenpita.
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Vibe Hostels
From 40$
Vibe Hostels is located in an entertainment area 25 minutes' walk from Pettah Floating Market. For guests’ convenience, this Colombo hostel offers a picnic area, karaoke and a sun deck.
Set in the Kollupitiya district, the Colombo accommodation is also close to Seema Malaka Temple. The hostel is situated in Colombo, just a short drive from Excel World Entertainment Park. Serving contemporary specialities, Cloud Red is a mere 100 metres away. The standing Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque is located within 2.9 km of Vibe Hostels. The Colombo accommodation is 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and within 6 km of train station Narahenpita.
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Lost & Found - Colombo
From 13$
Stay Lost & Found - Colombo lies in the Kollupitiya district, within 0.7 km of J R Jayawardena Centre Cultural Center.
The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 0.5 km from the hostel. This accommodation is situated in Colombo, within close distance of National Museum of Colombo. Flavoured at Cinnamon red treats guests with Asian dishes and is at 200 metres of the Colombo hostel. Gangaramaya Temple is located in the immediate vicinity. Stay Lost & Found - Colombo lies within a 10-minute drive of Narahenpita train station.