Backpack Lanka Hostel

247D R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Kollupitiya, Colombo, Sri Lanka - Show on map
6.9/10 · 176 reviews

Inviting guests to enjoy a restaurant and a lobby area, Backpack Lanka Hostel Colombo is located 2.5 km from the Pettah Market.

Location

This Colombo hostel is situated nearly a 25-minute walk from the Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil and nearly a 20-minute walk from such educational sites as the 50-acre University of Colombo. The hostel is also a mere 1.7 km from the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green". Backpack Lanka hostel boasts location just a few steps from the National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka.

Rooms

The hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the city, and in certain rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and a plasma TV set is available.

Food & Drinks

Serving Asian dishes, Amaravathi is 3.1 km from Backpack Lanka hostel. The Colombo property also comprises a shared kitchen. Offering transportation options in the area, the Colombo accommodation is located within 25 minutes' walk of Bambalapitiya train station. The Colombo hostel offers cars for rent.

Why choose Backpack Lanka Hostel Colombo

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Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • No Smoking

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • No Smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Property services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining options

  • Outdoor dining area

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

Recreation

  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 15 per night
Check-in 25 May 2026
Check-out 26 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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247D R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Kollupitiya, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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    Enter dates to see availability
    From USD 15 per night
    Check-in 25 May 2026
    Check-out 26 May 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
    Check-in & out
    25 May 2026
    26 May 2026
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    2 guests
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    Backpack Lanka
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.