Island Diaries Hostel

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Island Diaries Hostel

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Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
77 reviews

<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Island Diaries Hostel in Katunayake offers a recently renovated guest house with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and shared bathrooms equipped with showers. <h2>Convenient Facilities</h2> The property provides full-day security, free on-site private parking, and a shuttle service. Additional amenities include a hairdryer and a full English or Irish breakfast. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 1000 metres from Bandaranaike International Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as St Anthony's Church (10 km) and Dutch Fort (10 km). Guests appreciate the connectivity and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
High score for Katunayake

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Judith
    Austria Austria
    “Everything was great! Such a nice & cheap place super close to the Airpot :)”
  • Ines
    Portugal Portugal
    “It’s close to the airport and they can arrange a transportation for you. I got a private room with bathroom. It’s simple but ok to spend one night near the airport”
  • Ali
    Pakistan Pakistan
    “Location for transit. Only 10 minutes away from airport.”
  • Kimia
    Germany Germany
    “Beautiful place and the owner was super nice! Another guest had forgotten her charger and he took it all the way to the airport for her.”
  • K
    Kamila
    Canada Canada
    “The place was great for my one night stay before heading on my flight, no lift but they were very accommodating and carried my bags for me . Thank you!”
  • Christina
    Germany Germany
    “Nice hostel close to the airport. Ideal for a night before or after a flight. Very nice and helpful host!”
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Close proximity to airport. Shehan was a lovely host.”
  • Brita
    Estonia Estonia
    “The private room was very nice, with AC, free toiletries, a towel, and a small table. I liked the boho design. The common areas, including a balcony and sunbeds, were great for relaxing. The Wi-Fi worked well, and a kitchen with free tea and...”
  • Jorhetheultimatefifapro
    Russia Russia
    “Very convenient hotel right near the airport. The hotel itself is very comfortable. You can choose budget places in a hostel or a private room, which is also very affordable. There is a comfortable kitchen where you can cook, spacious balconies on...”
  • Camille
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Really close to the airport, the host is lovely and the stay is perfect !”

Hosted by Shehan Jude

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Shehan Jude
The garden, Common area, close proximity to the Airport, books, treadmill
the host is a professional photographer specialised in events, night life and and a bit of surf photography. the hosts enjoy thr vibe of hosting persons from around the world.
International Airport, southern expressway entrance , negombo lagoon
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Island Diaries Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Outdoors

  • Garden

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

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

    Safety & security

    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Island Diaries Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 to 14:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Island Diaries Hostel