Hostels in Sri Lanka

New Mount Villa hostel in Ella is conveniently located an 18-minute walk from Ella Railway Station and within 2-5km of attractions including Ella Spice Garden, Little Adam's Peak, Ella Rock, and the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.
This family-friendly guesthouse sleeps up to 11 guests in two bedrooms and offers a shared kitchen with fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, plus a swimming pool, terrace, garden, room service, free Wi-Fi, and free parking.

Natures Glow Hostal in Ella is located 1.3 kilometres from Ella Train Station and 5.5 kilometres from the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.
This pet-friendly accommodation offers rooms with mountain views, a garden, free WiFi, and private parking, with a capacity for three guests.

Akshi Hostel is located in Kandy, 5.3 kilometres from the Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 10.7 kilometres from Bogambara Stadium.
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guesthouse accommodates up to 7 guests and offers a garden, free private parking, and complimentary WiFi, with an Asian breakfast available.

Early Birds, a guesthouse in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka, is located a short walk from Pasarichenai and Arugam Bay beaches, and within 4.5km of Crocodile Rock.
This single-bedroom, single-bathroom property offers air conditioning, a terrace, a garden, a bar, free Wi-Fi, and a daily breakfast with various options; nearby attractions include Muhudu Maha Viharaya (4.6km) and Magul Maha Viharaya (19km).

Echo Point hostel in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka is a seven-minute walk from Uppuveli Beach and within 4-7km of Kanniya Hot Springs, several temples including Kali Kovil and Gokana Temple, and St. Mary's Cathedral.
This one-bedroom guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a bar, parking, and can accommodate up to five guests, with a garden and some rooms including safety deposit boxes.

Happy Hammocks, Arugam Bay Beach - Sri Lanka offers a hostel stay just a 2-minute walk from Arugam Bay Beach, with Pottuvils Lagoon Safari 5.2 kilometres and Elephant Rock 8.2 kilometres away.
This air-conditioned accommodation provides 19 square metres of floor area, a shared kitchen, free WiFi, a garden, and on-site table tennis for up to one guest.

Laughing Leopard Hostel is located in Nuwara Eliya, just 2.7 kilometres from Gregory Lake and 9.7 kilometres from Hakgala Botanical Garden, offering a convenient base for exploring the scenic surroundings. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, with a good location rating.
The hostel features a shared kitchen, a bar, a terrace, and a garden, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and the option to participate in activities like hiking or visiting a nearby casino.

The Bunker Hostel Ella is situated in Ella, 1.8 kilometres from Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and 1.8 kilometres from Ella Train Station.
This budget accommodation offers a garden, shared lounge, barbecue facilities, and a shared kitchen, with free private parking and WiFi available, and bike and car rental services for exploring the surrounding area.

Fins Arugambay offers accommodation in Arugam Bay, situated directly on the beachfront and 4.2 kilometres from Muhudu Maha Viharaya and 4.3 kilometres from Crocodile Rock.
This guesthouse provides free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and bar, a garden, and a terrace, with breakfast options including American, Asian, and vegetarian choices.

Trinco Chill Zone Hostel in Trincomalee is situated a short 1.8km walk from Uppuveli Beach, close to Kanniya Hot Springs, Trincomalee Railway Station, and Koneswaram Temple.
This 19 square metre guesthouse offers 15 guests a bedroom, bathroom, air conditioning, a shared kitchen, garden, spa, restaurant, room service, parking, and bike/car rentals, with a temporarily closed bar.

Hiranya Mountain View Hostel Kandy, a welcoming guesthouse, is situated on a hillside overlooking the Mahaweli River, offering spectacular terrace views of the Knuckles Mountain Range and is a 20-minute walk or short tuk-tuk ride from Kandy Lake and the Temple of the Tooth. This family-friendly hostel provides 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, with amenities including air conditioning, free WiFi, and parking, whilst being conveniently located 4.3 kilometres from the Ceylon Tea Museum and 5.9 kilometres from the Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens.

Ayubello Hostel & Suites in Ahungalla offers a convenient location, being a 5-minute walk from Ahungalla Beach and approximately 42 kilometres from Galle's historical sites including Galle International Cricket Stadium, Dutch Church Galle, and Galle Fort.
This pet-friendly establishment provides complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, and free private parking, alongside a shared kitchen, currency exchange service, and a tranquil garden, with some rooms featuring private balconies, though it is unsuitable for parties.

This Rekawa Edge villa in Netolpitiya offers a secluded retreat, located 7.2 kilometres from Tangalle Lagoon and within a 38.6-kilometre radius of attractions such as Hummanaya Blow Hole and Weherahena Buddhist Temple.
This spacious 279 square metre house accommodates up to seven guests with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary Wi-Fi, and free private parking, ideal for families seeking a self-catering holiday.

TheLakeHostel is situated in Hikkaduwa, just 19 kilometres from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 21 kilometres from both Dutch Church Galle and Galle Fort. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall user experience.
The hostel has a shared lounge and kitchen, perfect for meeting fellow travellers. Amenities include a terrace, garden, restaurant, and free bikes for exploring the area, along with fishing and canoeing opportunities on the lake.

Hakuna Matata Hostel in Sigiriya offers convenient access to Sigiriya Rock (2.4km) and Pidurangala Rock (5.5km), alongside Sigiriya Airport (4km).
This single-bedroom guesthouse features a 12-square-metre floor area, a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, parking, and a garden, accommodating one guest; shared bathroom facilities with showers and toiletries are available.

Moksha Villa-hostel Kandy is located in Kandy, a 17-minute walk from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and approximately 6.28 kilometres from Kandy Train Station.
This hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with complimentary WiFi, a shared lounge and terrace, a garden, and free private parking, with selected rooms featuring patios and mountain views.