Cheapest hostels in Colombo (Sri Lanka)

Perfectly situated just 200 meters from Galle Face Beach, Hostel Republic offers an affordable stay in Colombo, conveniently close to One Galle Face and Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall.
This budget-friendly hostel provides essential amenities including free WiFi and a shared kitchen, with opportunities for cycling and local tips from the on-site reception.

Situated in Hunupitiya, this hostel offers convenient access to Nawaloka Hospital and Beira Lake, both within a 10-minute walk, and is a 15-minute stroll from Colombo City Centre and Gangaramaya Temple, making it a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
This hostel provides essential amenities such as air conditioning and Wi-Fi, alongside a 24-hour front desk and tour assistance, ensuring a comfortable and affordable stay for travellers.

Located at 24 Deal Place, this hostel is situated in a bustling Colombo district, offering easy access to street food, historical sites, and cultural attractions.
This hostel provides a budget-friendly stay with air conditioning, a shared kitchen, and a swimming pool, making it an affordable choice for solo travellers exploring the city's coastal charm.

Ideally located in Colombo, this hostel is a mere 19-minute walk from Milagiriya Beach, offering a budget-friendly seaside escape, and 2.9 kilometres from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.
Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, sun terrace, and non-smoking rooms, making it a comfortable and affordable option for travellers seeking cheap accommodation near the beach.

Just 500 meters from Barefoot Gallery and an 8-minute walk to Bambalapitiya Beach, Alma Boutique Hostel offers a budget-friendly stay in Colombo, conveniently located near Bambalapitiya Railway Station.
This cheap hostel boasts air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, and free private parking, making it an affordable and comfortable option for exploring the seaside city.

Located in Colombo, this budget-friendly hostel is a mere 5-minute walk from the Saskia Fernando Gallery, Durdans Hospital, and Marino Mall, with Bambalapitiya Railway Station just 12 minutes away on foot.
Offering complimentary WiFi and free self-parking, this cheap accommodation also boasts an on-site arcade/game room and a garden for guests to enjoy.

Ideally situated in Colombo Fort, this hostel offers a prime location within easy reach of Galle Face Beach, Khan Clock Tower, and the Colombo Dutch Museum, with R Premadasa Stadium just 4.2 kilometres away and Bambalapitiya Railway Station 5.9 kilometres distant.
This budget-friendly hostel provides essential amenities including air conditioning, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and a 24-hour front desk, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring Colombo.

Just 2 minutes on foot from Mount Lavinia Beach, this budget-friendly hostel offers excellent value near the seaside, situated in Mount Lavinia, Colombo.
Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, an outdoor swimming pool, and a bar at this affordable accommodation, which is also 6.6 kilometres from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

Perfectly situated in Colombo's prestigious Cinnamon Gardens district, this hostel is just 1.9 kilometres from Kollupitiya Beach and a 10-minute walk from The Independence Square, offering a budget-friendly base.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi throughout the property and on-site private parking, with an à la carte breakfast service available for added convenience.

Transit Villas & Hostels is located on Major Lalaka Fernando Mawatha Road in Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka, approximately 11.35 kilometres from the central area.
This budget-friendly hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with private balconies and a shared kitchen, accommodating up to 5 guests in a 16 square metre space.

Just a 6-minute walk from Mount Lavinia Beach, Clock Inn Dehiwala is a budget-friendly hostel located in Mount Lavinia, 5.3 kilometres from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.
This affordable accommodation offers a shared kitchen, free WiFi throughout, and a garden, making it a great choice for travellers seeking cheap stays near the seaside.

Noahs Ark Transit Stay, a hostel in Moratuwa, is located 12.5 kilometres from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 17.7 kilometres from Khan Clock Tower, and 19.3 kilometres from R Premadasa Stadium.
This budget-friendly accommodation offers a fitness room, complimentary WiFi, and a shared kitchen, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring the area.