Hostels in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Find deals on 127 hostels in Colombo, Sri Lanka
momondo compares 3M+ hotel and accommodation options.
Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Colombo
Below is the most popular neighbourhood in Colombo to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
Cheap hotels in Colombo
These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Colombo
Hostel at Galle Face- Colombo
41 1/1 Galle Face Terrace, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Galle Face Terrace Hostel by Tourlux
No 21 Galle Face Terrace Colombo 03, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Anam Hostel
29 Wellawatta Station Rd, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Get the best value hostel in Colombo
These hostels have the best prices for their ratings
Hostel at Galle Face- Colombo
41 1/1 Galle Face Terrace, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Haven Fort Hostel
No 20,Vauxhall Street,Colombo 2, Colombo, Sri Lanka
SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
234/4 Sri Jayawardenepura Mawatha, Rajagiriya, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Anam Hostel
29 Wellawatta Station Rd, Colombo, Sri Lanka
When to book a hostel in Colombo
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Colombo
| Low season | July | cheapest month to stay |
| High season | November | most expensive time to stay |
| 29% | expected price decrease | |
| 42% | expected price increase |
Price | €11 - €25 |
|---|
| Cheapest day of week | Wednesday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Monday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| €8 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| €39 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Information about staying in Colombo
Read these important travel tips before booking a hostel in Colombo
What is the average length of a stay in a Colombo hostel?
On average, momondo users who have stayed at Colombo hostels have stayed for 7 days. On average, a 7-days stay at a hostel in Colombo will cost €175.
Are Colombo hostels a better deal than Colombo hotels?
Typically, a hostel in Colombo costs €25/night. Hostel prices are 70% less expensive than 3 star hotels and 72% less expensive than 5 star hotels. Hostels would be considered a very good deal compared to 3 star or 5 star hotels
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Colombo?
momondo users who have stayed at hostels in Colombo have rated them, on average, a 7.9 out of 10. Hostels are typically rated higher than 2-star (7.2) hotels in Colombo. Those looking for a comfortable stay for cheap in Colombo should consider staying at a hostel instead of a 2-star (7.2) hotel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Colombo?
There are 1,298 operators available for hotels in Colombo as of October 2026.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Colombo?
Prices for hotels in Colombo are updated daily.