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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Backpacker Galle Hostel in Galle offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or sauna and enjoy amenities such as a coffee shop and outdoor seating area. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides free on-site private parking, a paid shuttle service, and full-day security. Additional services include bike and car hire, luggage storage, and room service. Free toiletries, slippers, and kitchenware are available in each room. Prime Location: Located 8.1 mi from Koggala Airport, the hostel is an 18-minute walk from Galle Fort Beach and close to attractions like Galle Fort National Museum and Galle Fort. Guests appreciate the convenient location, attentive staff, and excellent value for money.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
6 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.4
Free Wifi
7.0
Low score for Galle

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Olivera
    Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina
    Homestay with basic rooms and bathrooms. Fanned small dorms, no lockers, no kitchen. Still, great location for going around the town, good terrace, and amazing neighbourhood (in the forest). I cannot recommend it for amenities but would stay there...
  • Anilkumar
    India India
    The room was very neat and comfortable. The food provided was very tasty and of sufficient quality. The manager was very friendly and gave me proper advise. Overall my stay in this hotel was very pleasant and I am fully satisfied with their service.
  • Urdax
    Spain Spain
    Spacious and very clean. Rooms got very warm, but luckily there was AC. Location is convenient: 15 min to train / bus station and to the fort.
  • Hung
    United States United States
    The location is great as it is in the city center; the fort, bus stand, and train station are all within 15 minutes walk. There are plenty of restaurants, supermarkets, and barbershops in the area. You can pretty much get anything you need
  • Lusianah
    Indonesia Indonesia
    The 1st night was hot as i was just alone in the 6 bed room..so AC was not on unles i pay extra, but the 2nd night the room was full and ac was on.
  • Katharina
    Germany Germany
    Basic Accomodation owner is very friendly and helpful!
  • Stephanie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The family who run this hostel are really lovely. They serve delicious food at a very good price. The location is excellent - very near to the fort. The only down side is that all rooms open off an open central area so any noise carries.
  • Amy
    United States United States
    Rooms were comfortable, ac 24/7 with control. Walkable to the old city and the main bus stop.
  • Donna
    Philippines Philippines
    The host was perfect! I arrived hungry and even though at that time they weren't making breakfast, the host unbeknownst to me prepared free sandwiches :) Thank you ♥️   Location is very near the rail and bus station as well as to Galle Dutch Fort....
  • Carla
    Spain Spain
    Staff are very nice. It's clean and comfortable. Very social atmosphere without it being loud so you could meet people but also get rest. They have lockers.

Area info

Amenities of Backpacker Galle Hostel

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bingo
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Spa

    • Sauna

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Backpacker Galle Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

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

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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