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Backpack Lanka - Colombo - Bedroom
Backpack Lanka
7.7 Good
KollupitiyaAED 56+
AED 56+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Olu Colombo Villa - Colombo - Bedroom
Olu Colombo Villa
8.7 Very Good
ThimbirigasyayaAED 147+
AED 147+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Anam Hostel
8.3 Very Good
AED 103+
AED 103+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 198+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Island Hostels Colombo
KollupitiyaAED 26+
AED 26+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Bunkyard Hostels
Cinnamon GardensAED 507+
AED 507+
Port View Hostel Colombo
BambalapitiyaAED 591+
AED 591+
Free Wi-Fi
Vibe Hostels
8.6 Very Good
KollupitiyaAED 165+
AED 165+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux
8.9 Very Good
KollupitiyaAED 40+
AED 40+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Ceylon Stayz
9.1 Wonderful
AED 40+
AED 40+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Groove House
ThimbirigasyayaAED 3,298+
AED 3,298+
Free Wi-Fi
New Star Lodge
4 Mediocre
AED 37+
AED 37+

Colombo hostels near the city centre

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How much is a Colombo hostel?

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Good to know

Low season

June

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

AED 36

Average price (weekend night)

AED 69
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 215% 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

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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 June and November.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Colombo if you stay on a Monday. 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 AED 115, while the most expensive was AED 137.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Colombo for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Colombo

  • 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 AED 17 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as AED 8 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 AED 17 compared to AED 111 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Colombo?

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