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Best Colombo hostels

Ceylon Stayz - Colombo
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Drop Inn Hostels - Colombo
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Seconds Hostel - Colombo - Colombo
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Alma Boutique Hostel - Colombo - Colombo
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Colombo

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Colombo with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Colombo?

Hostels are cheapest in Colombo in June, with average rates of AED 25/night. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at AED 187/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Colombo?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Colombo, with an average nightly price of AED 31/night. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at AED 198/night.

How much is a Colombo hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

June
December
AED 41
AED 63
Cheapest month to stay with an average 58% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 218% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Colombo

  • What are the best hostels near Pettah Market?

    Pettah Market is a popular area in Colombo and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Colombo Downtown Monkey Backpackers Hostel or Cityrest Fort for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Pettah Market.

  • How much is a hostel in Colombo for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Colombo in the last 3 hours was AED 25 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was AED 49. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is AED 30.

  • How much is a hostel in Colombo for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Colombo hostel for this weekend for as low as AED 25. Users have also found 3 star hotels from AED 25 and 4-star plus hotels from AED 89.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Colombo?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Colombo is AED 133 compared to AED 434 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Colombo?

Our map will help you find the perfect hostel in Colombo by showing you the exact location of each hostel