Located in Colombo, Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is in the city center and near the beach. High Commission of India and Old Parliament Building are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Diyasaru Park and Muthurajawela Visitor Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sinhalese Sports Club or R. Premadasa Stadium.
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Luggage storage, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
A TV in reception and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food and drink
A restaurant
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bidet
Towels
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Shared accommodation
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
6.4
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Friendly and helpful staff and easy access to town area.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
6/10 Okay
Ashleigh
7 Jul 2017
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok for one night only
Wasn't made clear at the time of booking that there wasn't a window in the room, tainted our stay massively, staff were friendly and very helpful, AC unit was powerful and wifi was ok. Breakfast was good, simple fried egg on toast.
The room smelled bad when I arrived and the walls are thin so hear noise from other guests throughout the night. Bathrooms and showers are clean and staff are friendly.
The location was the only redeeming factor of this property. It is very easy to get to and from many places. When I arrived at 2am, which I put in the special notes about late arrival. The door was locked. I needed to wake up the night staff to check in. The check in was a bit long and I was just given my key. When I arrived to the room there was a musty smell that just didn't go away. The room is small (4 female dorm). There are no lockers for safe keeping of your stuff. Also there is only one sheet on there bed. They don't even provide you with a top sheet. It does get chilly with the AC on which you certainly need, as there is no window in the room. The bathing area is disjointed and not very clean at all. I was not super happy. The water was cool on most days even when they say hot water. I would not recommend this place.
The place could use a thorough cleaning. I was in a 4 person female dorm. They never once came to change sheets after a guest left. There was a significant lack of toilet paper in the bathrooms. The bathrooms were not the cleanest. The set up was a bit weird as well. Toilets across from the showers. There was no place to change in the showers or even hooks to hang your towel. I was told it was no frills. That is exactly what it is. Also they lock the door on the evening so if coming back late you will need to wake the attendant.
If you're okay with bare bones, then this is okay. The location was very awesome. That was the only benefit of this place.
Was a short stay, only two hours but the worst two hours. Bad service and I think we were double charged. We paid through hotels.com but receptionist also asked for cash!