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Clock Inn Colombo
Clock Inn Colombo

Hostel

2.7 km to the city centre
457, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(748 reviews)

6.6

The budget Clock Inn Colombo hostel is situated a 5-minute walk from Barefoot Gallery and features cars for rent. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, the Colombo inn is located 2.1 km from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Miracle Colombo City Hostel
Miracle Colombo City Hostel

Hostel

2 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Excellent

(25 reviews)

8.2

Offering 10 rooms, Miracle Colombo City hostel boasts a location 300 metres from the National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka. Featuring parking, this hostel is situated 25 minutes' stroll from the…

starts from

US$ 18 per one night

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Drop Inn Hostels
Drop Inn Hostels

Hostel

1.8 km to the city centre
No. 7, Esther Place Park Road, Colombo 05, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(1504 reviews)

8.6

Offering a shared lounge and a TV lounge for guests' enjoyment, Drop Inn Hostels Colombo is located within 25 minutes' walk of the Wetland Park - Nawala.

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US$ 8 per one night

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Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo
Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo

Hostel

2.3 km to the city centre
Alma Hostel - Colombo 71, School Lane, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(616 reviews)

9

Featuring private car parking, the comfortable Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo is located only 11 minutes' walk from the 50-acre University of Colombo.

starts from

US$ 13 per one night

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Havelock City Hostel, Colombo
Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Hostel

2 km to the city centre
40/18, Park Road, Thimbirigasyaya, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(792 reviews)

8.4

Offering 41 rooms, the comfortable Havelock City Hostel, Colombo boasts a location within a 400-metre distance of the Mayurapathy Kovil. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also within a few blocks of…

starts from

US$ 6 per one night

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Sathkara City Center - Colombo
Sathkara City Center - Colombo

Hostel

1.7 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Excellent

(663 reviews)

8.2

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the comfortable Sathkara City Center - Colombo hostel is situated about 25 minutes' walk from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 26 per one night

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Ceylon Stayz
Ceylon Stayz

Hostel

1.7 km to the city centre
24-1/2 Albert Cres, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(777 reviews)

8.8

Offering 22 rooms, the comfortable Ceylon Stayz Colombo hostel boasts a location a 5-minute stroll from Sri Lanka Tennis Association. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also 2.3 km from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux
Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux

Hostel

2 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Excellent

(966 reviews)

8.4

Flawless service and a prime location approximately 15 minutes' walk from Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil make the comfortable Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux Colombo a…

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Seconds Colombo
Seconds Colombo

Hostel

2.4 km to the city centre
44 Kirulapone Avenue Colombo 05, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(866 reviews)

8.2

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 16-room Seconds Colombo hostel is situated an 11-minute walk from Calvary main church-Colombo. Guests can benefit from private parking on site, as well as Wi…

starts from

US$ 14 per one night

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Cityrest Fort
Cityrest Fort

Hostel

2.6 km to the city centre
46 Hospital Street, Colombo 01, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(987 reviews)

6.2

Offering a fitness studio for guests who wish to stay active, the 20-room Cityrest Fort Colombo hostel provides efficient service as well as a location nearly 20 minutes' walk from the historic Red…

starts from

US$ 17 per one night

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Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel
Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

Hostel

2.4 km to the city centre
20 - 2/1 , Reagents Flats ( Opposite Lake House / Secretariat Railway Station ) , Sir Chittapalam A Gardiner Mawatha , Colombo Fort City Center ., Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(1375 reviews)

7.6

Offering 30 rooms, Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers hostel boasts a location merely a 5-minute walk from the Talangama Wetland. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also a mere 1.6 km from the 5 ha…

starts from

US$ 7 per one night

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The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte
The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte

Hostel

3.6 km to the city centre
29 Wellawatte Station Rd, Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(239 reviews)

7.4

Located just 0.7 km from Temple, the comfortable The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte Colombo hostel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot. This Colombo hotel lies in the Wellawatte district…

starts from

US$ 19 per one night

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Backpack Lanka
Backpack Lanka

Hostel

2.2 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Good

(166 reviews)

6.8

Providing guests with cars for rent, the comfortable Backpack Lanka Hostel Colombo is located a 16-minute walk from the National Museum of Colombo.

starts from

US$ 13 per one night

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Clock Inn Colombo

Hostel

2.7 km to the city centre

457, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(748 reviews)

6.6

The budget Clock Inn Colombo hostel is situated a 5-minute walk from Barefoot Gallery and features cars for rent. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, the Colombo inn is located 2.1 km from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Miracle Colombo City Hostel

Hostel

2 km to the city centre

Kollupitiya

Excellent

(25 reviews)

8.2

Offering 10 rooms, Miracle Colombo City hostel boasts a location 300 metres from the National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka. Featuring parking, this hostel is situated 25 minutes' stroll from the…

starts from

US$ 18 per one night

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Drop Inn Hostels

Hostel

1.8 km to the city centre

No. 7, Esther Place Park Road, Colombo 05, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(1504 reviews)

8.6

Offering a shared lounge and a TV lounge for guests' enjoyment, Drop Inn Hostels Colombo is located within 25 minutes' walk of the Wetland Park - Nawala.

starts from

US$ 8 per one night

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Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo

Hostel

2.3 km to the city centre

Alma Hostel - Colombo 71, School Lane, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(616 reviews)

Featuring private car parking, the comfortable Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo is located only 11 minutes' walk from the 50-acre University of Colombo.

starts from

US$ 13 per one night

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Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Hostel

2 km to the city centre

40/18, Park Road, Thimbirigasyaya, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(792 reviews)

8.4

Offering 41 rooms, the comfortable Havelock City Hostel, Colombo boasts a location within a 400-metre distance of the Mayurapathy Kovil. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also within a few blocks of…

starts from

US$ 6 per one night

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Sathkara City Center - Colombo

Hostel

1.7 km to the city centre

Kollupitiya

Excellent

(663 reviews)

8.2

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the comfortable Sathkara City Center - Colombo hostel is situated about 25 minutes' walk from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 26 per one night

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Ceylon Stayz

Hostel

1.7 km to the city centre

24-1/2 Albert Cres, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(777 reviews)

8.8

Offering 22 rooms, the comfortable Ceylon Stayz Colombo hostel boasts a location a 5-minute stroll from Sri Lanka Tennis Association. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also 2.3 km from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux

Hostel

2 km to the city centre

Kollupitiya

Excellent

(966 reviews)

8.4

Flawless service and a prime location approximately 15 minutes' walk from Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil make the comfortable Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux Colombo a…

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Seconds Colombo

Hostel

2.4 km to the city centre

44 Kirulapone Avenue Colombo 05, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(866 reviews)

8.2

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 16-room Seconds Colombo hostel is situated an 11-minute walk from Calvary main church-Colombo. Guests can benefit from private parking on site, as well as Wi…

starts from

US$ 14 per one night

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Cityrest Fort

Hostel

2.6 km to the city centre

46 Hospital Street, Colombo 01, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(987 reviews)

6.2

Offering a fitness studio for guests who wish to stay active, the 20-room Cityrest Fort Colombo hostel provides efficient service as well as a location nearly 20 minutes' walk from the historic Red…

starts from

US$ 17 per one night

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Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

Hostel

2.4 km to the city centre

20 - 2/1 , Reagents Flats ( Opposite Lake House / Secretariat Railway Station ) , Sir Chittapalam A Gardiner Mawatha , Colombo Fort City Center ., Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(1375 reviews)

7.6

Offering 30 rooms, Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers hostel boasts a location merely a 5-minute walk from the Talangama Wetland. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also a mere 1.6 km from the 5 ha…

starts from

US$ 7 per one night

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The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte

Hostel

3.6 km to the city centre

29 Wellawatte Station Rd, Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(239 reviews)

7.4

Located just 0.7 km from Temple, the comfortable The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte Colombo hostel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot. This Colombo hotel lies in the Wellawatte district…

starts from

US$ 19 per one night

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Backpack Lanka

Hostel

2.2 km to the city centre

Kollupitiya

Good

(166 reviews)

6.8

Providing guests with cars for rent, the comfortable Backpack Lanka Hostel Colombo is located a 16-minute walk from the National Museum of Colombo.

starts from

US$ 13 per one night

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Clock Inn Colombo
Clock Inn Colombo

Hostel

2.7 km to the city centre
457, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(748 reviews)

6.6

The budget Clock Inn Colombo hostel is situated a 5-minute walk from Barefoot Gallery and features cars for rent. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, the Colombo inn is located 2.1 km from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Miracle Colombo City Hostel
Miracle Colombo City Hostel

Hostel

2 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Excellent

(25 reviews)

8.2

Offering 10 rooms, Miracle Colombo City hostel boasts a location 300 metres from the National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka. Featuring parking, this hostel is situated 25 minutes' stroll from the…

starts from

US$ 18 per one night

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Drop Inn Hostels
Drop Inn Hostels

Hostel

1.8 km to the city centre
No. 7, Esther Place Park Road, Colombo 05, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(1504 reviews)

8.6

Offering a shared lounge and a TV lounge for guests' enjoyment, Drop Inn Hostels Colombo is located within 25 minutes' walk of the Wetland Park - Nawala.

starts from

US$ 8 per one night

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Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo
Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo

Hostel

2.3 km to the city centre
Alma Hostel - Colombo 71, School Lane, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(616 reviews)

9

Featuring private car parking, the comfortable Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo is located only 11 minutes' walk from the 50-acre University of Colombo.

starts from

US$ 13 per one night

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Havelock City Hostel, Colombo
Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Hostel

2 km to the city centre
40/18, Park Road, Thimbirigasyaya, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(792 reviews)

8.4

Offering 41 rooms, the comfortable Havelock City Hostel, Colombo boasts a location within a 400-metre distance of the Mayurapathy Kovil. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also within a few blocks of…

starts from

US$ 6 per one night

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Sathkara City Center - Colombo
Sathkara City Center - Colombo

Hostel

1.7 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Excellent

(663 reviews)

8.2

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the comfortable Sathkara City Center - Colombo hostel is situated about 25 minutes' walk from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 26 per one night

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Ceylon Stayz
Ceylon Stayz

Hostel

1.7 km to the city centre
24-1/2 Albert Cres, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(777 reviews)

8.8

Offering 22 rooms, the comfortable Ceylon Stayz Colombo hostel boasts a location a 5-minute stroll from Sri Lanka Tennis Association. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also 2.3 km from Thimbirigasyaya.

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux
Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux

Hostel

2 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Excellent

(966 reviews)

8.4

Flawless service and a prime location approximately 15 minutes' walk from Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil make the comfortable Galle Face Terrace Hostel By Tourlux Colombo a…

starts from

US$ 10 per one night

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Seconds Colombo
Seconds Colombo

Hostel

2.4 km to the city centre
44 Kirulapone Avenue Colombo 05, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Excellent

(866 reviews)

8.2

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 16-room Seconds Colombo hostel is situated an 11-minute walk from Calvary main church-Colombo. Guests can benefit from private parking on site, as well as Wi…

starts from

US$ 14 per one night

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Cityrest Fort
Cityrest Fort

Hostel

2.6 km to the city centre
46 Hospital Street, Colombo 01, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(987 reviews)

6.2

Offering a fitness studio for guests who wish to stay active, the 20-room Cityrest Fort Colombo hostel provides efficient service as well as a location nearly 20 minutes' walk from the historic Red…

starts from

US$ 17 per one night

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Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel
Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel

Hostel

2.4 km to the city centre
20 - 2/1 , Reagents Flats ( Opposite Lake House / Secretariat Railway Station ) , Sir Chittapalam A Gardiner Mawatha , Colombo Fort City Center ., Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(1375 reviews)

7.6

Offering 30 rooms, Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers hostel boasts a location merely a 5-minute walk from the Talangama Wetland. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also a mere 1.6 km from the 5 ha…

starts from

US$ 7 per one night

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The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte
The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte

Hostel

3.6 km to the city centre
29 Wellawatte Station Rd, Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Good

(239 reviews)

7.4

Located just 0.7 km from Temple, the comfortable The Anam Hotel - Wellawatte Colombo hostel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot. This Colombo hotel lies in the Wellawatte district…

starts from

US$ 19 per one night

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Backpack Lanka
Backpack Lanka

Hostel

2.2 km to the city centre
Kollupitiya

Good

(166 reviews)

6.8

Providing guests with cars for rent, the comfortable Backpack Lanka Hostel Colombo is located a 16-minute walk from the National Museum of Colombo.

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US$ 13 per one night

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Hotels in Colombo

Colombo offers a stunning variety of accommodations, boasting 731 hotels that range from affordable to luxurious. Predominantly, you'll find charming 3-star hotels priced around $50 per night and opulent 5-star hotels averaging $150. The districts of Colombo 1 and Colombo 3 house most hotels, with new establishments like The Ritz-Carlton adding modern elegance. Dive into our platform to find your perfect Colombo stay with confidence.

Where to stay in Colombo - a guide to the best areas and neighborhoods

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* Wellawatte is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and beautiful coastal views.

* The area offers parks and playgrounds ideal for children, along with the convenience of family-sized accommodations.

* Close proximity to the beach provides a fun day out for all ages.

Families should consider staying in the Wellawatte district.

Shangri-La Colombo

* Colombo 1 houses the financial district, offering easy access to business centers and offices.

* It's home to luxury hotels like Shangri-La Colombo, providing excellent business facilities and meeting rooms.

* Fast connectivity and essential amenities help make traveling for work stress-free.

Business travelers might find the Colombo 1 district perfect for their needs.

Lavonca Boutique Hotel

* Colombo 3 offers vibrant nightlife and a range of dining options, perfect for solo adventurers.

* Safe and welcoming, the area features accessible public transportation.

* Hostels and boutique hotels like Lavonca Boutique Hotel provide budget-friendly accommodation options.

Solo travelers should explore the Colombo 3 district.

Hilton Colombo Residence

* Colombo 2 features tranquil spots and luxurious hotels such as Hilton Colombo Residence, ideal for romance.

* Couples can enjoy intimate dining experiences and romantic walks along the coastal promenade.

* It's conveniently located near popular attractions that offer picturesque sightseeing.

Couples on a romantic getaway should consider Colombo 2 for their stay.

Star Anise Boutique Capsules

* Pettah is known for its bustling markets where budget travelers can sample local street food and shop affordably.

* It's home to economical best-value accommodations, such as Star Anise Boutique Capsules.

* The district also provides easy access to public transportation to explore the rest of Colombo inexpensively.

Budget travelers will find the Pettah district accommodating.

Colombo Tips You Must Know

* Book between May and October to nab the lowest rates, steering clear of the peak tourist season from November to April.

* Big events like the Buddhist festival Vesak in May can affect hotel availability and prices, so plan ahead.

* Use the local train or bus system; for instance, a tuk-tuk ride in the city typically costs around $2 to $5.

* Opt for local delicacies at street food markets and use budget-friendly apps for discounted sightseeing and dining deals.

* Be cautious in less crowded areas at night, especially around secluded streets away from the city center.

Frequently asked question

Which hotels in Colombo offer direct beach access?

Marino Beach Colombo provides guests with easy access to picturesque oceanfront views and sandy beaches.

What hotels offer rooms with panoramic city views?

Cinnamon Red Colombo features stunning rooftop views of the bustling Colombo skyline.

Which hotels are closest to Colombo's historical attractions?

Fairway Colombo is conveniently located near the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Colombo Fort Lighthouse.

What hotels offer adventure activities and excursions?

Shangri-La Colombo arranges exciting activities such as diving trips and cultural tours.

When is the best time to find hotel deals in Colombo?

Find the best deals during the off-peak months from May to October, when the tourist crowds thin out.

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Which hotels in Colombo offer direct beach access?

What hotels offer rooms with panoramic city views?

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What hotels offer adventure activities and excursions?

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