Backpack Lanka offers dormitory rooms and double rooms near Liberty Plaza Shopping Mall in Colombo. Limited free parking is available. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas. Less than 0.6 mi away is Gangarama Temple, Colombo Museum. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. All rooms feature air-conditioning. A rooftop smoking lounge, pool table, movie room, microwave and refrigerator are included for guests. There are shared bathrooms and shared toilets. Entertainment options include a CD/DVD player, radio and TV. A common games room is available for guests, where they can play pool, darts or read. A tour desk can assist guests with sightseeing excursions and travel arrangements. Airport transfers can be arranged at a surcharge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
5.6
Low score for Colombo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Natalya
    Russia Russia
    Excellent location, everything is close to the hostel. Staff was very friendly, room was nice but looked a bit old
  • Srimurugathas
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Awesome and very friendly service!!! Thank you so much
  • Savannah
    Nepal Nepal
    The staff was by far the best part. They were extremely helpful and friendly. I arrived very late... around 2am from my flight and they stayed awake to make sure I could still check in.

Area info

Amenities of Backpack Lanka

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Backpack Lanka takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

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.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Backpack Lanka accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are requested to note that washing machine can be used at an additional charge of LKR 300 per use.

Please inform Backpack Lanka 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.

FAQs about Backpack Lanka

  • Backpack Lanka offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Backpack Lanka may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Backpack Lanka is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Backpack Lanka is 1.6 miles from the center of Colombo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.