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Spindrift Hostel Madiha

Matara

Set in Matara, 300 metres from Madiha Beach, Spindrift Hostel Madiha offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Sophie
From
New Zealand
This was a great social hostel in Madiha! It is definitely the place to stay along the coast and the social hosts do a great job of connecting different travellers and creating a good social vibe. The hostel has great facilities and it is noce relaxing by the pool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
US$57.50
1 night, 2 adults

Chill Hostel Madiha

Matara

Located in Matara, 100 metres from Madiha Beach, Chill Hostel Madiha provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

K
Kyle de Bruyn
From
South Africa
Heaps of space to lounge around during the day, barbecue area that we were able to use and great location where it’s the perfect distance from everything you want to get to.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$8
1 night, 2 adults

JJ's Hostel Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Showcasing an expansive rooftop terrace with day-beds and barbeque, JJ's Hostel Mirissa is a boutique hostel and guesthouse located in Mirissa North, only a few minutes walk from Mirissa Beach.

Z
Zeren Emre
From
Turkey
Here should be the best hostel in Sri Lanka. When I met other, they shared their experiences as well. Location is nice. You can sleep without noise. And you can wake up with birds singing. Also they help about socializing. Almost each day they have done something. Beds are good and they have curtains which is you could not find most of other hostels. Their kitchen is nice, you can cook what you want. I definitely advise JJ's Hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews
Price from
US$37.50
1 night, 2 adults

drivethru Hostel Polhena

Polhena (Near Matara)

Located in Polhena, 600 metres from Polhena Beach, drivethru Hostel Polhena provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a terrace.

T
Thomas
From
United Kingdom
The place was perfect for me. Staff were all very welcoming and friendly and my room was spotless. They’ve done a great job building the place and the skatepark next door. Lots of spaces to chill with friends or have some peace and quiet alone, was nice to be able to have a swim as well. Breakfast was really good, passion fruit jam blew my mind!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$52.32
1 night, 2 adults

Sun & Moon Hostel

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Set within 700 metres of Mirissa Beach and 34 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Sun & Moon Hostel offers rooms in Mirissa.

L
Laura
From
Switzerland
Amazing hostel with amazing people! Very quiet place but still very close to the main road :) Nice terrace to relax & have some beers! Most comfy beds I‘ve had for a long time :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$34.01
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Located in Mirissa, 200 metres from Mirissa Beach, Banana Bunks Mirissa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

O
Olga
From
United States
Amazing staff! Great food and cocktails at the restaurant, the pool with beach access is an awesome addition. Clean comfortable room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Price from
US$262.35
1 night, 2 adults

Hangover Hostels Mirissa

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Hangover Hostels Mirissa offers clean and comfortable accommodation in Mirissa North. The hostel is a 2-minute walk from the picturesque Mirissa Beach.

T
Taran
From
New Zealand
Everything, staff were super helpful. Food was insanely good from hangover cafe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Bappa's Place

Hiriketiya (Near Matara)

Located in Hiriketiya and within 2 km of Hiriketiya Beach, Bappa's Place features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

R
Rania
From
France
I had the best stay ! The vibe was so chill and everyone was so friendly. The beds were very comfortable and big, the showers were amazing. The staff is just soooo nice ! They would absolutely anything to help. I had a surf enjury and I couldn’t walk for over a week, if it weren’t for sishani and Shan I don’t know what I would done.. Sishani took me to the hospital, brang me food every day and helped me a lot. If you’re hesitating don’t because it’s the best for the price and the location and the quality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka

Weligama (Near Matara)

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Happy Hammocks, Weligama Beach - Sri Lanka is situated in Weligama, 400 metres from Weligama Beach and 28 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

U
Urszula
From
United Kingdom
friendly atmosphere, amazing sitting communal area, great location and facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Pranaya Hiriketiya

Hiriketiya (Near Matara)

Boasting a garden, terrace, BBQ facilities and free WiFi, Pranaya Hiriketiya is situated in Hiriketiya, 1.8 km from Hiriketiya Beach and 5.7 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole.

R
Rithesh
From
Sri Lanka
This is my second time at Pranaya, and theres a reason why I stay here everytime I come to Hiriketiya. You get the most amazing hosts/owners in Dee and her boyfriend. Anything you need, they will provide (from drinking cups to transportation). Not only are the beds comfy and spacious but you also get a cupboard where you can put your massive suitcase and other bags in. The bathroom is amazing too! The garden outisde gives you amazing privacy where you can have a drink with your mates and all the party places are walking distance from the hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$26
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Avg. price/night: US$57.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
loved my stay here. I didn’t want to leave. very comfy beds. modern and clean hostel. amazing pool area. great vibe and good people. best hostel I’ve stayed in in Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Megan
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$57.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
As a backpacker and a digital nomad I had the best experience that I could ever dream of. Josh, Charlotte and the wonderful stuff hosted us and took care of all the we needed. the vibe in the hostel is very good and there are many backpackers and nice people. I highly reccomand the place. the facilities are also really really good and the place is brand new.
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