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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 loved my stay here! Everything was amazing from the facilities to the staff who were so kind and helpful. The grounds of the hostel are so calm and peaceful which makes for a very relaxing stay. The beds are comfortable and the rooms and bathrooms are large and clean! While the hostel is a little out of the center of Unawatuna, it is no problem getting there either by walking or by tuk tuk.

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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. It was so nice! A fresh clean pool, nice area to hang out around the pool, the rooms were big and spacey and clean. Everything was really good

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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. A new resort, in a central location. The room was very quiet, considering it's near the main road. Host is super kind. There is a motorbike parking area, free water and tea, lounge to rest, and the balconies are awesome.

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9
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
US$16.53
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. This hostel has amazing view to the nature, very clean, people are very nice. I would recommend this place.

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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. Great stay! Owners are very nice and helpful!

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9
Superb
135 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. The best place to stay in Galle ❤️ Very near to the fort, very clean and friendly.

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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. An oasis just outside of Hikkaduwa. The host Kiri and his girlfriend were super kind snd made my stay so pleasant! Can really recommend this place! Everything was clean, the wonderful garden was well-kept and the animals were supersweet!

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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. Really nice and relaxing place, right on the beach front. The staff is great, attentive and always ready to help. I liked the place so much that i extended my stay twice. If you are heading to Galle in my opinion its much better to stay in this part then in the City. Big thanks to all the crew especially to Krish he is a great Chef. Ne

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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
7 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
43 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

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