A clean, good-value hostel on Galle Road, popular as a safe first base in Colombo.
- Budget
Why we marked it
- Lively party vibe
- In-house cocktail nights
- Near Mount Lavinia beach and station
- Dorms and private rooms
Colombo Beach Hostel is in Mount Lavinia, south of the city, close to the beach, bars and Mount Lavinia railway station.
What it’s like
It is a social, party-leaning hostel with cocktail nights and common areas for meeting other backpackers.
Good to know
- Take the coastal train into Colombo.
- Best for travellers who want a night out.
Where it is
30 De Saram Road, Mount Lavinia, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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