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Colombo, Sri Lanka
Dec 31 — Jan 12
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Tips for booking hostels in Colombo

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Colombo. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on December 24, 2024.
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Monday
$6 - $16
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Discover affordable stays in Colombo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Colombo can be found for as low as $9 per night. There is currently one property in Colombo that can be booked for this price. Miracle Colombo City Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 24, 2024
These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Colombo at the moment. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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177 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$9
Avg. per night
41 1/1 Galle Face Terrace, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$9
Avg. per night
No. 1a, Stubbs Place, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$9
Avg. per night
No. 7, Esther Place, Park Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$11
Avg. per night
46 Hospital Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
Avg. per night
1D, St. Jude Place, Thaladuwa, Negombo, Sri Lanka
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$21
Avg. per night
No. 55 George East De Silva Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
$22
Avg. per night
477 Negombo Road, Katunayake, Sri Lanka
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$26
Avg. per night
18/01, Old Quarry Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$35
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Colombo

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Colombo. There are 1,279 properties in Colombo and price data was last updated on December 24, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Colombo is .
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$101
Avg. per night
No.1, Bagatalle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$129
Avg. per night
No.11, Marine Drive, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.8 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$43
Avg. per night
Colombo, Sri Lanka
5.7 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$55
Avg. per night
Colombo, Sri Lanka
6.1 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$19
Avg. per night
Colombo, Sri Lanka
5.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
$40
Avg. per night
Colombo, Sri Lanka
5.0 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$43
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Colombo

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Colombo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on December 24, 2024.
Whether you're visiting Colombo for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Colombo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Colombo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on December 24, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Colombo?

    On average, it’s $16/night for a hostel in Colombo, though $16/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $5/night in Colombo. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What hostel is closest to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Colombo that aren’t far from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the closest one is Airport Tourist Hostel, which is 2.4 mi away.

  • What area of Colombo is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Colombo, 8% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Bambalapitiya in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Clock Inn Colombo is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • Should I stay in a Colombo hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Colombo is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

  • Does Colombo have hostels with “Linens” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Colombo has 5 hostels with “Linens” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Miracle Colombo City Hostel is the most popular Colombo hostel with this amenity.

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