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Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Hostels
6.7
/10
Pleasant
45 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Reiki N. H.

9.7
/ 10
Very good, highly recommended and strategic.
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Ralph

10.0
/ 10
Das Zimmer war sauber und das Personal freundlich. Die Location ist super, alles interessante ist schnell erreichbar! Allerdings kann es öfter mal ziemlich laut werden. Preis/Leistung ist hervorragend!
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michele

10.0
/ 10
J'ai eu une chambre individuelle . Sanitaires tres propres . Calme . Personel attentif et serviable . Je recommande
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Sathyan

10.0
/ 10
I had booked this place going by the price; There were no regrets with the stay. Overall very pleased and would recommend for anyone who is looking for economical stay in the city. Free pool is a bonus.
In the Area
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247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Gampaha Division, Gampaha District, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Main Facilities

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24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is located in area / city Gampaha Division. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Gampaha Division, Gampaha District, Western Province, Sri Lanka
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Near Colombo City Centre

Location


A stay at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel places you in the heart of Colombo, within a 15-minute walk of Colombo City Centre and Liberty Plaza. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from St Anthony's Church and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from United States Embassy Colombo.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Liberty Plaza - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Chabad of Sri Lanka - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
United States Embassy Colombo - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Gem Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St Anthony's Church - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Bellagio Casino - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Casino Marina Colombo - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Crescat Shopping Mall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Viharamahadevi Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Beira Lake - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
St. Andrew's Scots Kirk Church - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Durdans Hospital - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
High Commission of India - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Colombo City Centre - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Saskia Fernando Gallery - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

The nearest major airport is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 35.3 km / 21.9 mi

Facilities


Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Dining


At Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and bidets.

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Things to Do

  • TV lounge

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Smoking area

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

Additional Policy

Property does not require health documentation at check-in, Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Beach nearby, Contactless check-in is available, Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing, No elevators

General Information

Popular Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 00:00 - to 11:00
Available rooms at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel
26
Another facilities in Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel
Laundry service, Luggage storage, 24-hour Receptionist, Concierge, TV lounge

Frequently asked question in Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

What are available facilities at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?
There are top facilites at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel such as 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?
The standard check-in time at Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is starting from 14:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
How many stars does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have?
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is a 2.0-star hotel.
How many rooms does Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel have?
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel has 26 rooms in total.
What are the guest reviews for Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel?
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel is well-known for its Location, as reviewed by verified Traveloka guests.

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Overall Ratings & Reviews Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Traveloka (7)
Other sources (38)
6.4
Pleasant
From 38 reviews
Cleanliness

6.0

Room Comfort

5.8

Location

7.2

Service and Facilites

6.8

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Traveler Reviews Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

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Top reviews
Aneek
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 114 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Not that kind of hostel what i was expected
Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 394 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly and helpful staff and easy access to town area.
Ashleigh
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 461 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Verified traveler
4.0
/10
Reviewed 466 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
xzzzz
6.0
/10
Reviewed 472 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I got what I needed. Just a place to sleep. Bonus was the hot water and working wifi. no windows was minus.
Christine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 483 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very reasonable for budget travellers.
Jennifer
4.0
/10
Reviewed 494 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
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Jennifer
6.0
/10
Reviewed 494 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
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Shayan
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with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 512 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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!
Adel
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Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 527 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It was good experience
world traveller
8.0
/10
Reviewed 535 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No windows cant tell day or night no fresh air needs fresh circulating air inside no natural light coming in. Breaky is a bit dismal not worth eating but most of asia is like that too much oil and sugar
anthony
6.0
/10
Reviewed 542 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

i bit noisy close to traffic
Rebecca
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Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 548 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice hostel friendly staff great communal Kitchen facilities comfortable rooms and ok shower facilities.aircon was a blessing after a day exploring the city,supermarket next door with liquor section close to all the main central sites
Sathyan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 605 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I had booked this place going by the price; There were no regrets with the stay. Overall very pleased and would recommend for anyone who is looking for economical stay in the city. Free pool is a bonus.
Ralph
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Das Zimmer war sauber und das Personal freundlich. Die Location ist super, alles interessante ist schnell erreichbar! Allerdings kann es öfter mal ziemlich laut werden. Preis/Leistung ist hervorragend!
Tadashi
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 90 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

駅からは近くて大通り沿いにあるのですが、入口が分かりづらいです。2泊しましたが、部屋に3回トカゲが出ました。シャワーは、熱々のお湯が出ます。受付の人はフレンドリーで、とても感じの良い対応でした。
Ralph
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 100 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Alles scheint ok zu sein fuer eine Nacht. Sauberkeit mehr oder weniger ok, man muss bedenken, dass man in Sri Lanka ist! Ich wollte meine sehr späte Ankunft telefonisch ankündigen, konnte den Herrn von der Rezeption am Telefon aber nur sehr schlecht verstehen. Aber ich denke, ich konnte alles mitteilen. Ein früherer Aufenthalt war auch zufriedenstellend!
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SEON HEE
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2.0
/10
Reviewed 107 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

여태묵던. 숙소중에ㆍ최악숙소ㆍ 평점안따지고ㆍ위치안. 봤는데. 가지맙시다 ㆍ완젼 후회 ㆍ
michele
10.0
/10
Reviewed 379 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

J'ai eu une chambre individuelle . Sanitaires tres propres . Calme . Personel attentif et serviable . Je recommande
Verified traveler
6.0
/10
Reviewed 409 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

朝ごはんは着いてるので良かった コンビニもすぐ近くにある ロッカーがなかったので心配だったが結果何もなかった シャワーは故障中でお湯が出ず、別フロアを使うしかなかった ワイファイはあまり機能しなかった
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Traveloka (7)
Other sources (38)
6.4
Pleasant
From 38 reviews
Cleanliness

6.0

Room Comfort

5.8

Location

7.2

Service and Facilites

6.8

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Traveler Reviews Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Number of reviews per page
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40
Top reviews
Aneek
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 114 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Not that kind of hostel what i was expected
Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 394 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly and helpful staff and easy access to town area.
Ashleigh
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 461 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Verified traveler
4.0
/10
Reviewed 466 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
xzzzz
6.0
/10
Reviewed 472 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I got what I needed. Just a place to sleep. Bonus was the hot water and working wifi. no windows was minus.
Christine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 483 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very reasonable for budget travellers.
Jennifer
4.0
/10
Reviewed 494 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Read More
Jennifer
6.0
/10
Reviewed 494 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Read More
Shayan
icon-with Partner
with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 512 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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!
Adel
icon-Family
Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 527 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It was good experience
world traveller
8.0
/10
Reviewed 535 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No windows cant tell day or night no fresh air needs fresh circulating air inside no natural light coming in. Breaky is a bit dismal not worth eating but most of asia is like that too much oil and sugar
anthony
6.0
/10
Reviewed 542 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

i bit noisy close to traffic
Rebecca
icon-Family
Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 548 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice hostel friendly staff great communal Kitchen facilities comfortable rooms and ok shower facilities.aircon was a blessing after a day exploring the city,supermarket next door with liquor section close to all the main central sites
Sathyan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 605 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I had booked this place going by the price; There were no regrets with the stay. Overall very pleased and would recommend for anyone who is looking for economical stay in the city. Free pool is a bonus.
Ralph
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Das Zimmer war sauber und das Personal freundlich. Die Location ist super, alles interessante ist schnell erreichbar! Allerdings kann es öfter mal ziemlich laut werden. Preis/Leistung ist hervorragend!
Tadashi
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 90 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

駅からは近くて大通り沿いにあるのですが、入口が分かりづらいです。2泊しましたが、部屋に3回トカゲが出ました。シャワーは、熱々のお湯が出ます。受付の人はフレンドリーで、とても感じの良い対応でした。
Ralph
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 100 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Alles scheint ok zu sein fuer eine Nacht. Sauberkeit mehr oder weniger ok, man muss bedenken, dass man in Sri Lanka ist! Ich wollte meine sehr späte Ankunft telefonisch ankündigen, konnte den Herrn von der Rezeption am Telefon aber nur sehr schlecht verstehen. Aber ich denke, ich konnte alles mitteilen. Ein früherer Aufenthalt war auch zufriedenstellend!
Read More
SEON HEE
icon-
2.0
/10
Reviewed 107 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

여태묵던. 숙소중에ㆍ최악숙소ㆍ 평점안따지고ㆍ위치안. 봤는데. 가지맙시다 ㆍ완젼 후회 ㆍ
michele
10.0
/10
Reviewed 379 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

J'ai eu une chambre individuelle . Sanitaires tres propres . Calme . Personel attentif et serviable . Je recommande
Verified traveler
6.0
/10
Reviewed 409 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

朝ごはんは着いてるので良かった コンビニもすぐ近くにある ロッカーがなかったので心配だったが結果何もなかった シャワーは故障中でお湯が出ず、別フロアを使うしかなかった ワイファイはあまり機能しなかった
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