Hostels in Colombo

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for exploring. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and art galleries.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they all have a few things in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Based on reviews from our guests, these Colombo hostels have the best ratings: Miracle City Inn Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, coffee/tea makers and free bottled water in all rooms. Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels and linens in all rooms. The Anam Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wellawatta Railway Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. You’ll find lockers in all rooms. CityRest Fort - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms.

If you’re looking for an affordable place to stay in Colombo, one of Expedia’s 18 hostels could be a great option for you.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Colombo are May, October, June and November, with each month seeing an average of 401 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might like to explore the area around Colombo. Get out into nature with places such as Galle Face Green, Galle Face Beach and Beira Lake. Cultural attractions include Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Sri Lanka National Museum and Elphinstone Theatre. Visit landmarks such as Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and High Commission of India.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Colombo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.), 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Colombo Fort Station, Bambalapitiya Railway Station or Wellawatta Railway Station.