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Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

2.0 star property
City-center Colombo hostel with restaurant

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In the heart of Kollupitiya, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel offers a warm and vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services, indulge in meals at the restaurant, or stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (4)

  • Separate dining area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Shared/communal kitchen
Located on the top floor
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Interior

Triple Room With Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Double Room With Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5

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About the neighborhood

Map
247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo

What's nearby

  • United States Embassy Colombo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Casino Marina Colombo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bellagio Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Galle Face Green - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 46 min drive
  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Colombo Fort Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Summer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Premasiri Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪AYU - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Indo Ceylon Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Located near a train station, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Colombo.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations

Fee & policy details

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Bellagio Casino (10-min walk) and Casino Marina Colombo (10-min walk) are both nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel like?

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is in Kollupitiya, a short 6-minute walk from United States Embassy Colombo and 10 minutes' walk from Bellagio Casino.

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