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Located in Galle, 1.3 km from Unawatuna Beach, Sixth Sense Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 7.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 7.8 km from Galle Fort and 7.9 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. I already rated this place once and this was definitely the best place I've been in sri lanka, felt like home. Everything's new, clean, organized and peaceful. The bathroom is big, clean and awesome. The room is also big, with an awesome bed and the ac is so good in the hot southern area. They have a kitchen with things you can use to eat and make your good :) Wifi is also amazing there.

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9.4
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
US$7.50
per night

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of pool, The Well is situated in Ahangama, less than 1 km from Kabalana Beach. The property is located 19 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 19 km from Galle Fort and 20 km from Dutch Church Galle. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

At the hostel, the rooms include a terrace. At The Well, the rooms come with a seating area. The well is a paradise, perfectly located, It is a place where every detail is studied and considered. The owners are wonderful, even though I stayed in the low season so never met you in person, they always answered the phone at all times and even after I left they continued to answer to my questions. I recommend the place hands down! The pink house next door does incredible breakfast, make sure to have a coffee there!

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9.4
Superb
177 reviews
Price from
US$13.04
per night

Situated in Hikkaduwa, 400 metres from Narigama beach, Hummus Hostel Hikkaduwa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Hikkaduwa Coral Reef, a 18-minute walk from Hikkaduwa Bus Stand and 1.6 km from Hikkaduwa Railway Station. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests. Very comfortable. Good people!

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9
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
US$16.52
per night

Set in Unawatuna, 700 metres from Unawatuna Beach, Habibi Hostel & Restaurant offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is situated 6.6 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 6.7 km from Galle Fort and 6.8 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation features evening entertainment and free WiFi throughout the property. Amazing property with clean, comfortable and welcoming place! One of the best stays in Sri Lanka for sure! Owner of the hostel is a great guy to communicate with and welcomes you in from the first day on:) Definitely would stay longer if I could but I found them later in stage after staying in Hotel for the first 2 nights. Would rather switch to this Hostel as it feels like Hotel👍🏻

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9
Superb
229 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Located in Unawatuna, 2 km from Unawatuna Beach, Hostel Singha Lounge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The property is around 6.6 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 6.7 km from Galle Fort and 6.8 km from Dutch Church Galle. The hostel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Lovely hostel out in nature! The family is very nice and makes you feel so welcome. Activities and good food! Hardly recommend :)

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9
Superb
136 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 70 metres from Bonavista Beach, 2.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 2.8 km from Galle Fort. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. One of the most beautiful hostels in Sri Lanka!

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9.1
Superb
299 reviews
Price from
US$7
per night

Located in Hikkaduwa, 20 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, TheLakeHostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a concierge service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Really wonderful nature area at the lake. Quiet place. Super friendly and helpful staff. Nice path for walking to Hikkaduwa and the beach.

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9.3
Superb
232 reviews
Price from
US$10.56
per night

Attractively situated in the centre of Galle, Backpack Beach Hostel & Reggae Bar features free WiFi throughout the property, a restaurant and free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. - Perfect location at the beach - amazing stuff - The Host Madura is a amazing human being and it was a pleasure to stay there

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9
Superb
333 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

Wake N Flow, Ahangama - Kabalana Beach is situated in Ahangama, 18 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 19 km from Galle Fort. The property is located 19 km from Dutch Church Galle, 19 km from Galle Light house and 9.1 km from Kushtarajagala. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Kabalana Beach.

Japanese Peace Pagoda is 16 km from the hostel, while Galle Fort National Museum is 19 km from the property. Koggala Airport is 5 km away. one of the best stays on my Sri Lanka trip. Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff, and a relaxing vibe. Highly recommend

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9.4
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$5
per night

Set in Ahangama, 200 metres from Ahangama Beach, Roaming Retreat Ahangama offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 22 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel, every room comes with a desk and a patio with a river view. At Roaming Retreat Ahangama all rooms include air conditioning and a shared bathroom. Staff was really friendly and helpful. They welcome you with a banana shake and make you feel like you’re at a resort haha. The rooms are clean and beds are spacious

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9.1
Superb
44 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

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