Walk to the beach.With a stay at this Wellawatte hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of New Delmon Hospital and 2 miles (3 km) of Havelock City Mall. Raux Brothers and Park Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
Colombo City Centre - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
Galle Face Green - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
Getting around
Wellawatta Railway Station - 8 min walk
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Yarl Hotel - 1 min walk
Hotel Mysoor - 3 min walk
Grand Pila - 6 min walk
Mr.Deen Wellawatta Restaurant - 3 min walk
KFC - 10 min walk
About this property
The Anam Hostel
Colonial hostel near Colombo City Centre
The Anam Hostel offers its guests a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The Anam Hostel also features a picnic area, a porter, and a communal living room. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Anam Hostel was completed in January 2022.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Colombo hostel.
7 guestrooms or units
4 levels
Built in 2005
Terrace on the roof
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
Computer for guest use
Bellhop
Smoking in designated areas
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Water dispenser
Lockers available
The Anam Hostel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Shared kitchen access
More
Air conditioning
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
Property is also known as
The Anam
The Anam Hostel Colombo
The Anam Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Anam Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Colombo
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Anam Hostel to the airport?
The Anam Hostel is 23.8 mi (54-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Anam Hostel have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Anam Hostel.
How close is The Anam Hostel to the beach?
This hostel is 3.5 mi (17-min drive) from Mount Lavinia Beach and 3.9 mi (20-min drive) from Galle Face Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The Anam Hostel offer free breakfast?
The Anam Hostel does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at The Anam Hostel?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Bellagio Casino (6-min drive) and Casino Marina Colombo (6-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at The Anam Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at The Anam Hostel?
This hostel offers free self parking and valet parking.
Does The Anam Hostel have a pool?
The Anam Hostel does not have a pool.
Does The Anam Hostel have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.