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Located in Unawatuna, a 13-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Habibi Hostel & Restaurant has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

Friendly staff, very clean and aesthetic, good air conditioning
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
218 reviews
Price from
$31
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Unawatuna, a 19-minute walk from Dalawella Beach, Hostel Singha Lounge provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

Owner was nice.
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
130 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Unawatuna, Oops features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

A green, relaxed place with a hippie atmosphere. The rooms are simple but comfortable. A great place to relax and escape from the hustle of Unawatuna.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
6 reviews
Price from
$8
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Unawatuna, 1.2 miles from Unawatuna Beach, Sharta Unawatuna Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

The host is an awesome man, very polite and helpful, the house is very clean and beautiful.
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
35 reviews
Price from
$15
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Unawatuna, a 16-minute walk from Bonavista Beach, Cycling Backpacker Hostel & Cafe has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

They were really helpful in cancelling my booking 48 hours before even though it said on my booking I couldn’t. I managed to get a refund. I am glad I did only stay one night in this hostel as I booked a no aircon room which I didn’t realise so was quite warm. It was also a very quiet hostel which was okay as I was only there one night. Toilets and showers were kept really clean.
Review score
8.0
Very Good
83 reviews
Price from
$20
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Unawatuna, Kaima Kai has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Review score
8.7
Excellent
20 reviews
Price from
$28
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Unawatuna, a 5-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Pearl Villa Rooms and Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Everything cool.
Review score
7.5
Good
108 reviews
Price from
$27
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Galle, a 15-minute walk from Unawatuna Beach, Sixth Sense Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Lovely and welcoming staff , great facilities
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
$16.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Located conveniently in the center of Galle, Tanty’s Hostel has free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

Review score
9.1
Wonderful
245 reviews
Price from
$12
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Galle, a 8-minute walk from Pitiwella Beach, Sanithu Homestay Galle provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Owners friendly approach and ready to help all time.
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
52 reviews
Price from
$9.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • The Emerald Guest House & Villa

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Avg. price/night: $19.15
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 53 reviews
    Great location! Very near to the beach and had many restaurants nearby. Big rooms equipped with wifi and water heater. Great view from the balcony. The hosts were very kind and helpful. Very fast responses over text and calls. Would definitely recommend it for people with budget trips.
    Guest review by
    Nihar
    Travelers with friends

  • Brinkhouse Guesthouse , Unawatuna beach

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 55 reviews
    Brinkhouse was really cheap and in a great location. The hosts were really friendly and very helpful.
    Guest review by
    Maya
    Young couple

  • Happy Beach Villa

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 95 reviews
    Great location right on the beach, breakfast was fabulous and included (and served with a great view of the sea). Room (budget) had a very good mosquito net and air conditioning worked well. The house felt secure. Owner and his wife were very friendly. We could leave our luggage to collect later.
    Guest review by
    Kate
    Travelers with friends

  • Cycling Backpacker Hostel & Cafe

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 83 reviews
    - Friendly, cool staff. Social hostel. - Clean building - Every day different social activity - Breakfast included - Options fire bike rental, massage, cheap towels,…
    Guest review by
    Lander
    Solo traveler

  • Habibi Hostel & Restaurant

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Avg. price/night: $34.41
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 218 reviews
    I can honestly say that this was the best hostel I’ve stayed at in Sri Lanka. The whole building, including the rooms, was so clean and stylish. The location was perfect because you’re amidst the jungle away from the crowd and noise, yet only a short walk to the beach. The staff are all lovely and caring - the best hospitality standard I’ve come across. Plus the food is freshly made… authentic Arabic dishes that taste incredible! This place has my heart! I booked 2 nights but ended up staying 5! Thank you Habibi team 🌷🌀💗
    Guest review by
    Poppy
    Solo traveler

  • Cycling Backpacker Hostel & Cafe

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 83 reviews
    Lucky who runs the hostel was so friendly. Breakfast included and delicious Hostel also hosts evening activities which is a great way to meet other backpackers. Each bed has a fan. A great relaxed atmosphere. Would definitely come again
    Guest review by
    sirota
    Solo traveler

  • Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House)

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Avg. price/night: $51.64
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 689 reviews
    We had one of the cheaper rooms - but it had all that we needed - a large bathroom good AC and fan - a little patio- but the mosquitoes can be annoying. The gardens and pool were delightful- very courteous staff and a really impressive breakfast. This is also a great location for strolling the main street with restaurants and shops. Enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
    Guest review by
    Nancy
    Young couple

  • Hotel J, Unawatuna

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Avg. price/night: $79.18
    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 223 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have lived in, I travel solo often and have travelled and lived in many many hostels. It was very well made and so so clean and amazing! i loved my stay there honestly. So comfortable
    Guest review by
    Ashmita
    Solo traveler

  • Nooit Gedacht Heritage Hotel (Original Dutch Governors House)

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Avg. price/night: $51.64
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 689 reviews
    The hotel had a beautiful pool and very welcoming and friendly staff. The hotel is in a great location and had a great range of food and drinks with their in house menu. I felt very safe at the hotel and secure.
    Guest review by
    Beverley
    Solo traveler

  • Rockstel Towers Backpacker Hostel

    Hostel in Unawatuna
    Review score
    7.0
    Good · 25 reviews
    - Rajiv the owner is just the best hostel owner I have ever met, so caring, funny and kind; he also went with us to the beach twice and showed us around - the people and atmosphere are amazing and you will feel at home after half a day - the food (only tried dinner) is amazing and the chef such a nice guy - had a three bed dorm for my own - nice chill out area and lot of beautiful paintings - what you get for the price you get is amazing
    Guest review by
    Lena
    Solo traveler

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