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Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel perfectly located for exploring Colombo

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Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

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Interior
Front of property - evening/night
Bidet, towels
Interior detail
Bidet, towels

Overview of Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Reviews
6.4

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo
  • Popular LocationCasino Marina Colombo10 min walk
  • Popular LocationColombo City Centre15 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalle Face Green17 min walk
  • AirportColombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)46 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Parking included
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Air conditioning
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The price is $29
per night
$38 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
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About the neighborhood

Colombo

City center stay.With a stay at this Colombo hostel, you'll be steps from Liberty Plaza and within a 10-minute walk of Chabad of Sri Lanka. United States Embassy Colombo and Gem Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • United States Embassy Colombo - 6 min walk
  • Casino Marina Colombo - 10 min walk
  • Colombo City Centre - 15 min walk
  • Galle Face Green - 17 min walk
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • AYU - 2 min walk
  • Vistas Rooftop Bar & Lounge - 2 min walk
  • Isso - Prawn Crazy - 5 min walk
  • Galaxy Taste Hotel - 6 min walk
  • Premasiri Bar - 1 min walk

About this property

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Hostel perfectly located for exploring Colombo
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colombo hostel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel offers 26 shared accommodations. This Colombo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel to the airport?

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is 21.9 mi (46-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

As of May 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel on May 22, 2024 start from $14.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel.

How close is Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 1.8 mi (11-min drive) from Galle Face Beach and 5.7 mi (25-min drive) from Mount Lavinia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Bellagio Casino (10-min walk) and Casino Marina Colombo (10-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have a pool?

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel to downtown Colombo?

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is 0.7 mi away from Colombo 03.

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 36 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

3.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff and easy access to town area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Ashleigh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok for one night only
Wasn't made clear at the time of booking that there wasn't a window in the room, tainted our stay massively, staff were friendly and very helpful, AC unit was powerful and wifi was ok. Breakfast was good, simple fried egg on toast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not great
The room smelled bad when I arrived and the walls are thin so hear noise from other guests throughout the night. Bathrooms and showers are clean and staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

xzzzz, colombo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent place for overnight sleep.Ac and wifi works
I got what I needed. Just a place to sleep. Bonus was the hot water and working wifi. no windows was minus.

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place
Very reasonable for budget travellers.

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location everything else meh
The location was the only redeeming factor of this property. It is very easy to get to and from many places. When I arrived at 2am, which I put in the special notes about late arrival. The door was locked. I needed to wake up the night staff to check in. The check in was a bit long and I was just given my key. When I arrived to the room there was a musty smell that just didn't go away. The room is small (4 female dorm). There are no lockers for safe keeping of your stuff. Also there is only one sheet on there bed. They don't even provide you with a top sheet. It does get chilly with the AC on which you certainly need, as there is no window in the room. The bathing area is disjointed and not very clean at all. I was not super happy. The water was cool on most days even when they say hot water. I would not recommend this place.

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bare bare bones
The place could use a thorough cleaning. I was in a 4 person female dorm. They never once came to change sheets after a guest left. There was a significant lack of toilet paper in the bathrooms. The bathrooms were not the cleanest. The set up was a bit weird as well. Toilets across from the showers. There was no place to change in the showers or even hooks to hang your towel. I was told it was no frills. That is exactly what it is. Also they lock the door on the evening so if coming back late you will need to wake the attendant. If you're okay with bare bones, then this is okay. The location was very awesome. That was the only benefit of this place.

2/10 Terrible

Shayan, Bangkok

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst two hours ever
Was a short stay, only two hours but the worst two hours. Bad service and I think we were double charged. We paid through hotels.com but receptionist also asked for cash!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

6/10 Okay

Adel

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was good experience