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Best Colombo hostels

Most recommended Colombo hostels

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Backpack Lanka - Colombo - Bedroom
Backpack Lanka
7.6 Good
KollupitiyaRM 67+
RM 67+
Free Wi-Fi
Olu Colombo Villa - Colombo - Bedroom
Olu Colombo Villa
8.7 Very Good
ThimbirigasyayaRM 191+
RM 191+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
The Anam Hostel
8.4 Very Good
RM 90+
RM 90+
Free Wi-Fi
Bunkyard Hostels
Cinnamon GardensRM 660+
RM 660+
Port View Hostel Colombo
BambalapitiyaRM 769+
RM 769+
Free Wi-Fi
Vibe Hostels
8.6 Very Good
KollupitiyaRM 205+
RM 205+
Free Wi-Fi
Groove House
ThimbirigasyayaRM 4,289+
RM 4,289+
Free Wi-Fi
Lost & Found - Colombo
8.3 Very Good
KollupitiyaRM 158+
RM 158+
Free Wi-Fi

Colombo hostels near the city centre

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How much is a Colombo hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

2 stars and below

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

RM 44

Average price (weekend night)

RM 98
Cheapest month to stay with an average 60% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 82% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in Colombo

Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

Top tips for finding Colombo hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Colombo, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Colombo in September and May.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Colombo if you stay on a Wednesday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Thursday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Colombo hostel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hostel in Colombo found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was RM 89, while the most expensive was RM 113.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Colombo

  • What are the best hostels near Colombo City Centre?

    Colombo City Centre is a popular area in Colombo and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Colombo city jumbo hostel or Haven Fort Hostel for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Colombo City Centre.

  • How much does a hostel cost in Colombo?

    Hostel prices in Colombo can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Colombo is RM 15 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as RM 7 in the last 3 days.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Colombo?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Colombo is RM 15 compared to RM 106 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Colombo?

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