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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.

T
Tharuka
From
Sri Lanka
It was a very quiet and nice place to spend time. There was some couple of games over there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 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 located in Mirissa North, only a few minutes walk from Mirissa Beach.

Z
Zis
From
Netherlands
Wow, just the perfect stay for us. Twin bedroom Amazing host and facilities,. Could use the swimmingpool after checkout,. Very good wifi, yeah would loved to stay here longer !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 636 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$51.81
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.

N
Naili
From
Malaysia
EVERYTHING!! the room was amazing, the staff were all so nice and helpful and the petti petti was beautiful and the breakfast included was phenomenal!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$204.05
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.

R
Rezeda
From
Russia
just perfect !) great location, simple cozy rooms and friendly staff ) you have all you need for comfortable staying ! easy to get to both spots to surf ) Philip and his team are very polite and hospitable ! helped me with transfer to other destinations /good price and safe trip/
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 280 reviews
Price from
US$45
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.

e
edward
From
United Kingdom
Really nice property, beds were really comfy and roof top was nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$33.63
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.

A
Andrea
From
Spain
All! The location, the place is very clean, the staff is super friendly and always willing to help. I was in hour different hostels in Hiriketiya and this is by far the best one.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 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.

C
Cristina
From
Spain
The staff! The guys are doing it great. They try to include everyone in the group. It's a social and chill hostel that go partying eveywhere else so it's perfect. If you feel like party you join if you don't feel like partying you stay in the nicest common areas talking and having a tea with others. They have daily activities to make it like a family
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 111 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.

A
Afra
From
Turkey
Very clean bed sheets, comfortable bed, hot water, easy check-in and check-out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$26
1 night, 2 adults

The Hostel

Mirissa (Near Matara)

Situated in Mirissa, 600 metres from Mirissa Beach, The Hostel features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

M
Martin
From
Slovakia
It's clean and rooms are AC'd and spacious. I very much appreciate big, lockable storage room under every bed. Nice and clean toaletts and showers. Coworking space is extra 2250. But the internet is really fast, no power outages and 2 americanos are included per day
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews
Price from
US$24.37
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 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 149 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 149 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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