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"Great place for a solo traveller."

Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, bidet, towels

"The staff was super friendly. Very clean rooms and great facilities for a short stay."

Rp513.453 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

"Overall I enjoyed my stay in Sesya. Nicely built postel . Great location . "

Rp1.052.413 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

Rp399.959 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

"Reliable staff, clean and comfortable room, very good access to the beautiful beach. Definitely recommendable."

"The hostel is in a great location, close to the train station and lots of great places to eat nearby. But that's the only strong point. Everything else is average at best. The place needs renovation, WiFi doesn't work, cleaning in the shared bathrooms could be improved. But the location is great. So if you are looking for 1 night near the station - this would do."

Rp655.895 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Top Colombo Hotel Reviews

Galle Face Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel "

Marino Beach Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"The whole experience was wonderful from being collected at the airport and walking in the front door. Very welcoming, great staff and service, room was beautifully done, rooftop areas were brilliant and restaurants and food all very high standards. Only downsides I can think were that there was no private changing spaces in ladies poolside facilities and the live music and entertainment going on at weekends was too loud and went on until 1am so I had a couple of nights where I struggled to sleep. Apart from that, wonderful stay and would recommend. "

Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in Fort, excellent facilities, friendly staff. The breakfast was not included in our reservation, and it was not worth the price. Lots of options, but uneven for a four star hotel: in a tropical country, only mediocre papaya and watermelon as fruits, and industrial juices? Margherine instead of butter? And the tech side (robots for room service) is a silly gimmick."

Granbell Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay at Granbell Hotel Colombo. It closed out our two week stay in Sri Lanka, and was one of our highlights. The hotel itself is modern, comfortable and well located. The rooms are incredibly well suited for couples - perfectly sized and with an amazing view (if you are debating, upgrade to a sea view)! My only complaint is that the menu prices exclude VAT, and you are unaware of this until you receive your first bill! It means that the hotel is unfortunately very unreasonable for food and drink for Sri Lanka - but there are plenty of eating options in Colombo."

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Number of reviews	292
Accommodation	29 Hostels
Lowest Price	Rp364.306
Highest Price	Rp1.052.413

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Colombo?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for exploring. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and art galleries.

What is a hostel?

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they all have a few things in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

What are the best hostels in Colombo?

Based on reviews from our guests, these Colombo hostels have the best ratings: C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, coffee/tea makers and free Wi-Fi. CityRest Fort - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Haven Fort Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Colombo City Centre. Property features include a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance and a lift. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. The Anam Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wellawatta Railway Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. You'll find bed sheets, free Wi-Fi and free bottled water in all rooms.

How many hostels can I expect to find in Colombo?

If you're looking for an affordable place to stay in Colombo, one of Expedia's 10 hostels could be a great option for you.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Colombo?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Colombo are May, October, June and November, with each month seeing an average of 401 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Colombo?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to explore the area around Colombo. Get out into nature with places such as Galle Face Green, Galle Face Beach and Beira Lake. Cultural attractions include Sri Lanka National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre and Elphinstone Theatre. Visit landmarks such as High Commission of India and Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct.

What's the best way to get to and around Colombo while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Colombo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.), 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Colombo Fort Station, Bambalapitiya Railway Station or Wellawatta Railway Station.

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C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

Clock Inn Dehiwala - Hostel

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

The Anam Hostel

Colombo Beach Hostel

CityRest Fort - Hostel

Thambili Island at Stubbs - Hostel

TUK TUK HOSTEL

Tropical Suites

Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel

Top Colombo Hotel Reviews

Galle Face Hotel

The Kingsbury Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Cinnamon Red Colombo

Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

Jetwing Colombo Seven

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