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Located in Galle, 1.3 km from Unawatuna Beach, Sixth Sense Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 7.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 7.8 km from Galle Fort and 7.9 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Besides the hostel is really cosy and clean, the people working there are amazing. Their hospitality is beyond and they're so welcoming. Really felt like a home. I already extended my stay and if it was possible I would've stayed longer.

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9.4
Wonderful
142 reviews
Price from
$7
per night

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of pool, The Well is situated in Ahangama, less than 1 km from Kabalana Beach. The property is located 19 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 19 km from Galle Fort and 20 km from Dutch Church Galle. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

At the hostel, the rooms include a terrace. At The Well, the rooms come with a seating area. It was so nice! A fresh clean pool, nice area to hang out around the pool, the rooms were big and spacey and clean. Everything was really good

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9.4
Wonderful
175 reviews
Price from
$13.04
per night

Set in Unawatuna, 700 metres from Unawatuna Beach, Habibi Hostel & Restaurant offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is situated 6.6 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 6.7 km from Galle Fort and 6.8 km from Dutch Church Galle. The accommodation features evening entertainment and free WiFi throughout the property. The owner is a very kind, professional and welcoming person. The attention to detail is outstanding! Great food, great WiFi! I worked from the rooftop where also the bar-restaurant is active. Fan always on, you never feel the heat. The room are clean, modern, comfortable and with many comforts, more then many hotels and much more than many hostels. I highly recommend this structure, especially to digital nomads. Additionally, the quality and attention to design of the place is outstanding, very Middle East style

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9
Wonderful
229 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Located in Unawatuna, 2 km from Unawatuna Beach, Hostel Singha Lounge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The property is around 6.6 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 6.7 km from Galle Fort and 6.8 km from Dutch Church Galle. The hostel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The two hosts are two lovely young persons who turn to be your friends to have a chat with, location in the green and away from noise 😍

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9
Wonderful
134 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 70 metres from Bonavista Beach, 2.7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 2.8 km from Galle Fort. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. One of the best hostels I've ever been to. I booked for 2 nights and stayed for a week. The kitchen has everything you need, the beds are big and comfortable, and everything is clean.

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9.1
Wonderful
295 reviews
Price from
$7
per night

Located in Hikkaduwa, 20 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, TheLakeHostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a concierge service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Good vibes, good people, beautiful hidden treasure with very clean and cozy facilities. Could easily get stuck here for weeks. Highly recommend!!

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9.3
Wonderful
236 reviews
Price from
$10.56
per night

Attractively situated in the centre of Galle, Backpack Beach Hostel & Reggae Bar features free WiFi throughout the property, a restaurant and free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Everything was amazing Staff play good card game (gayan gayis )

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9
Wonderful
333 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

Set in Ahangama, 200 metres from Ahangama Beach, Roaming Retreat Ahangama offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 22 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel, every room comes with a desk and a patio with a river view. At Roaming Retreat Ahangama all rooms include air conditioning and a shared bathroom. Staff was really friendly and helpful. They welcome you with a banana shake and make you feel like you’re at a resort haha. The rooms are clean and beds are spacious

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9.1
Wonderful
42 reviews
Price from
$17
per night

Set in Unawatuna, 1.9 km from Unawatuna Beach, Sharta Unawatuna Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 7.8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 8 km from Galle Fort and 8.1 km from Dutch Church Galle. The hostel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Situated of the highway in a forested area, this little hostel is an oasis of green and peace. The host is very helpfull and can arrange anything from dinner, snacks, tuktuks and other local information!

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9.5
Exceptional
46 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

Set in Rathgama, a few steps from Rathgama Beach, Tipsy Ceylon offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 12 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 12 km from Dutch Church Galle and 13 km from Galle Fort. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom. AC works very well ,super clean

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9.7
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

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