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Our top choices for Ja-ela hostels

A hostel with a sign reading "Colombo Mount Hostel".

1. Colombo Mount Hostel

Colombo Mount Hostel
2.0 star property
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
The price is P1,864
P2,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Colombo Mount Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, cushions, a wooden table, and a wicker chair.

2. Colombo Beach Hostel

Colombo Beach Hostel
2.0 star property
Mount Lavinia
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (15 reviews)
"Reliable staff, clean and comfortable room, very good access to the beautiful beach. Definitely recommendable."
Japan
RYOSUKE
The price is P1,569
P2,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Colombo Beach Hostel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

3. SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms

SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
2.0 star property
Rajagiriya
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Overall I enjoyed my stay in Sesya. Nicely built postel . Great location . "
India
AKHTAR RASHID
The price is P3,456
P4,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
A modern hotel interior with a glass entrance, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

4. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (165 reviews)
"Staff was very polite and helpful. the hostel was very nice and clean too."
Singapore
Vipul Kumar
The price is P2,200
P2,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
A wooden staircase with intricate railings leading to a landing.

5. The Anam Hostel

The Anam Hostel
2.0 star property
Wellawatte
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"On a adoré notre séjour à Anam Hôtel ! On y a passé 10 jours. On a pu se reposer. L’hôtel se situe à quelques mètres de la plage, où on peut y voir des magnifiques coucher de soleil le soir. Le personnel de l’hôtel est juste super super gentil. Il y a une cuisine que l’on peut utiliser, mais aussi une machine à laver dont on peut se servir. Allez-y les yeux fermés, vous ne regretterez rien."
France
Jérémie
The price is P871
P1,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
The Anam Hostel
A row of potted plants against a yellow wall, arranged in a planter box on a tiled floor.

6. CityRest Fort - Hostel

CityRest Fort - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort
7.4 out of 10, Good, (106 reviews)
"Breakfast was included in to the price, but the kitchen was under reparation. They gave me 300 rupia as discount. Room was clean and tidy, fan good, walls very thin, excellent location if you travel by bus or train."
Finland
Rita
The price is P1,470
P1,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
CityRest Fort - Hostel
A room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a sink, and a view of greenery outside.

7. Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel

Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel
2.0 star property
Negombo
The price is P2,500
P2,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel
A view of a residential area with various buildings and trees.

8. Haven Fort Hostel

Haven Fort Hostel
2.0 star property
Hunupitiya
The price is P2,796
P3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Haven Fort Hostel
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Top Ja-ela Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Colombo

Radisson Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel, great beds, quiet. Great view of the beach and outstanding morning breakfast. Highly recommended especially if you want to stay in a nice hotel!"
Harry 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Radisson Hotel Colombo

Find out more about Ja-ela

Ja-ela Hostels information

Number of reviews
290
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
P1,193
Highest Price
P4,642

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ja-ela?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Ja-ela?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Ja-ela: Joys home stay - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ja-ela?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Ja-ela are October, May, November, and June, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Ja-ela?
Get out into nature with places like Galle Face Beach, Galle Face Green, and Negombo Beach Park. Cultural attractions include Guruge Nature Park, Sri Lanka National Museum, and Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre. Locals like to shop at Negombo Fish Market and Pettah Market.
What's the best way to get to and around Ja-ela while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Ja-ela on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), 6.6 mi (10.5 km) from the city center.