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Hostel at Galle Face

8.9Fabulous(307)

Colombo, Sri LankaView map0.77km from city centre

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HOSTEL AT GALLE FACE RELAUNCHED AFTER REFURBISHMENT

Location, location, location!! Our hostel is just less than 2 min walk from the iconic 'Galle Face Green' which is located in the center of Colombo city. Our cozy hostel offers comfortable air-conditioned dorms with lockers, high pressure hot water showers, laundry service, free Wi Fi, cable TV and delicious breakfast can be arranged upon request! At our hostel, your beds are made for you, and we make sure all our guests are well taken care of..

Terms & Conditions
1. Check in Time: after 13:00 pm (if beds are available before, we are flexible).
2. Check out Time: before 11:00 am.
3. Walk-in and out at anytime, we are open 24 hours.
4. Cash & Card payments are acceptable upon check in at the property
5. At least 2 days advance notice for free cancellation.
6. Slave Island train station is 5 min walk from the hostel.
7. Non resident visitors not permitted to be entertained at the hostel.
8. Outside vendors not permitted to enter the Hostel premises.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

Taxes Included

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Facilities

Free Parking
Free WiFi
Free Internet Access
Bicycle Parking
Adaptors
Airport Transfers
Luggage Storage
24 Hour Reception

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Reviews

8.9Fabulous(307)

Value for Money
9.0
Security
8.8
Atmosphere
8.2
Cleanliness
9.1
Staff
9.3
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.8

Summary of traveller reviews

Hostel at Galle Face in Colombo offers a welcoming atmosphere with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Guests frequently praise its cleanliness and excellent central location, close to the beach and amenities. It's well-suited for solo travellers and those seeking a comfortable base for exploring the city. Some recent reviews mention a lack of social vibe and occasional issues with security, like unlocked doors.

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Stayed in Oct 2026

4.6

Meg

Female, 25-30, England

NOT like the pictures - nothing at all in fact. I didn’t get a wink of sleep due to the noise. The room had hair in the shower was run down and just felt dirty. Thank goodness it was only a 6 hour stop before the airport

Stayed in Oct 2026

Ayush

Male, 25-30, India

A great hostel to start off your Srilanka trip. It's at the best location in Colombo you can possibly think of staying at. Small and peaceful. Walkable to Galle face. The manager Lakamal was very welcoming and helpful.

Stayed in Oct 2026

8.0

Utkarsh

Male, 25-30, India

Good place to stay if you’re just looking for a base while exploring the city. However, there isn’t much of a social atmosphere or hostel vibe. The property is also two floors up with no elevator, which can make going up and down a bit of a hassle.

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Location

41 1/1 Galle Face Terrace, Colombo, Sri Lanka

0.8km from city centre

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About Colombo

6.5Good(117 Reviews)

Activities

5.9

Eating out

7.1

Shopping

6.6

Chilling out

6.0

Transport

7.7

Sightseeing

6.2

Culture

6.8

Nightlife

5.7

Value for Money

6.9

About Colombo

Swanky sky-high hotels and colonial-era architecture stand side by side in Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo. The port city is steeped in culture and has up-and-coming pockets of nightlife and chilled out cafés. Take in the Dutch colonial-style buildings near Colombo Fort before wandering among the skyscrapers and parks of Galle Face Green. You can taste the local street-food flavours at one of the many markets, with specialities including milk rice and curry.

When it comes to hostels in Colombo, there’s a diverse mix on offer. Stay just outside of the city in a spot that overlooks a serene beach, or one with environmentally-friendly up-cycled bunks. Look out for a Colombo hostel that will introduce you to the city with pub crawls or leisurely walking tours. Nightly entertainment such as live music makes it easy to socialise. Most Colombo hostels offer free Wi-Fi, and many will give you a free breakfast too.

The area around Park Street is a great place to explore temples by day and party by night. Slave Island is all about peace and quiet – a visit here lets you take time out to relax on the shores of Beira Lake. The city's best-known neighbourhood is Cinnamon Gardens. It was once the site of a cinnamon plantation, but is now known for its boutique hostels and cafés.

You can catch a breeze at Mount Lavinia Beach, a sandy stretch lined with seafood restaurants. For a culture fix, there's the Colombo National Art Gallery, which houses three wings of works by local artists. Gangaramaya Vihara is a must-see: a mix of Buddhist temple and eclectic museum, it offers lots of photo ops. To get a feel for local life, stop by the Pettah Bazaar. This colourful market is richly scented with spices and is an ideal spot for trying local delicacies, picking up trinkets or simply people-watching.

When you arrive into Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport, you’ll find taxis at the front of the terminal. You could also take the E3 or 187 bus, which goes to the central Colombo Fort Station. Buses run every 30 minutes and the journey takes about an hour. Inter-city trains also run in and out of Colombo Fort Station regularly. To get around the city, taxis and tuk-tuks are the easiest option, though there are bus routes too.