Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

8.9

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Havelock City Hostel in Colombo offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and soundproofing. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a sun terrace, and a lounge. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and free on-site private parking. Convenient Location: Located on a quiet street, the hostel is a 19-minute walk from Milagiriya Beach. Nearby attractions include Barefoot Gallery (1.6 mi) and St Anthony's Church (26 mi). Guest Services: The property staff provide excellent service support, ensuring room cleanliness and a convenient location. Yoga classes are available for guests.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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1 king bed
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1 futon bed
2 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Elad
Israel Israel
“It was clean and nice have AC the people was very kind and nice and they have free yoga with an amazing teacher (Sanath) the yoga class was soo nice.”
Balasingam
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“All facilities were good The staff was so friendly Nice atmosphere”
Biswas
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Overall it's very good and comfortable for living.Staff behavior is very well.”
Yaseen
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I recently had the pleasure of staying at Havelock City Hostel with my friends, and I can honestly say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Upon arrival, the reception staff welcomed us warmly, and their politeness and...”
Markus
Norway Norway
“One of the few places I stayed in Sri Lanka that wasn’t horrible. Hostel/general standards in this country are so low, but this place was amazing.”
Dee
Iran Iran
“The staff are so professional and respectful, place has a modern touch In design and interior which makes a good atmosphere for digital nomads like me to spend time inside the property and focus on working.”
Gregor
Italy Italy
“The building is very nice and location is absolutely great. Plus the staff was very friendly. The only problem was the bathroom inside the dorm. I stayed there 4 nights and they only cleaned it on my 3rd day... so it was very dirty since I arrived...”
Tuba
Turkey Turkey
“A very safe place at a great quiet location. Easy to get around by bus. Staff was extremely helpful and ready to help with anything I needed. Although I stayed at a dorm, when I needed a private space to work for few hours, they arranged it with...”
Harshan
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“If you're looking for a peaceful yet convenient place to stay in Colombo, this spot ticks all the boxes. It's close to all the main areas in the city, making it ideal for work or quick errands. I appreciated their relaxed approach to late-night...”
Yoshi
Japan Japan
“Probably the best hostel in Colombo. Very clean, decent staff, good facility, high security, quite comfortable and reasonable.”

Area info

Amenities of Havelock City Hostel, Colombo

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

House rules

Havelock City Hostel, Colombo takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 17 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the entire property is nonsmoking and guests are also not allowed to consume alcohol at the property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Havelock City Hostel, Colombo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests don't receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.