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Set in Colombo, within less than 1 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 5.9 km of Khan Clock Tower, Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 34 km from Leisure World, 42 km from St Anthony's Church and 500 metres from Barefoot Gallery. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium. This place is such a hidden gem, the hosts are super cool, the gardens amazing and everything you need in colombo is right outside, highly recommend this place

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9.5
Exceptional
165 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Set in Mount Lavinia, 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo Mount Beach offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is located 7.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 13 km from Khan Clock Tower and 15 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel. Nice room very clean and the ambiance was good .

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9.1
Superb
30 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Drop Inn Hostels is situated in Colombo, 1.1 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital and 3.9 km from U.S. Embassy. Free WiFi access is available.

Drop Inn Hostels Colombo is 1.1 Asiri Surgical Hospital, 0.7 km from Lanka Hospitals, 2.9 km from Sri Lanka National Museum, 2.4 km from Bambalapitiya Train Station and 32 km drive from the Bandaranaike International Airport. Loved the complete vibe of the place. The rooms are big and airy with balconies. The common area is beautiful with trees and flowers. Food is amazing and so is the staff

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8.5
Very good
1,241 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Located within 300 metres of Galle Face Beach and 3.2 km of Khan Clock Tower, Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 4.1 km from the hostel and R Premadasa Stadium is 6 km away. My experience was beyond my expectations.great place to live in.just 10 out of 10.

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8.4
Very good
700 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Attractively located in the Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo, CEYLON STAYZ is situated 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 5.4 km from Khan Clock Tower and 5.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium. Boasting a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 2 km from Kollupitiya Beach, less than 1 km from The Independence Square and a 14-minute walk from Sinhalese Sports Club. Private parking is available on site. Very centrally located close to the Musium and other attractions. Breakfast was great !!!

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8.9
Fabulous
539 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

A continental breakfast is available at the hostel. At Lost & Found - Colombo you will find a restaurant serving local, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Very friendly hosts, they are super helpful and caring. Late night check-in was no problem. The inner yard is lovely decorated and a calm oasis in this buzzing city. Great value for the price!

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8.1
Very good
600 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in Colombo, VIBE Hostels has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to Colombo Town Hall, National Art Gallery and The Independence Square. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 3.5 km away and Khan Clock Tower is 3.7 km from the hostel. very clean place and staff is really kind and treat us so well.. can recommend to anyone. its a very secure place..

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8.7
Fabulous
216 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Located in Colombo, within 1.7 km of Milagiriya Beach and 2.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Havelock City Hostel, Colombo provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. Comfortable room and nice bathroom! Everything very clean and the staff have been very kind and helpful!

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8.3
Very good
602 reviews
Price from
US$7.50
per night

Located in Colombo, 2.6 km from Wellawatte Beach, Seconds Hostel - Colombo provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The place is really nice, the outdoors is amazing. Beds are very clean. The stuff is lovely.

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8.4
Very good
789 reviews
Price from
US$12.40
per night

Located in Mount Lavinia, 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Clock Inn Dehiwala provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 5.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 13 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Each room has air conditioning, and certain rooms at the hostel have a balcony. Had a really nice stay, people were very nice and accommodating. Convenient location on walking distance from the dive centre.

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8.3
Very good
188 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

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