The Hostel
The Hostel
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<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> The Hostel in Mirissa offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Each room includes a dining area, walk-in shower, and essential amenities. <h2>Dining and Leisure</h2> Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, restaurant, and coffee shop. The on-site restaurant serves Indian, pizza, seafood, German, and international cuisines, including vegetarian and vegan options. Additional facilities include an indoor play area, outdoor seating, and bicycle parking. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 12 mi from Koggala Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Mirissa Beach and close to Weligambay Beach. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Galle Light House, each 21 mi away. Free on-site private parking is available. <h2>Guest Satisfaction</h2> Highly rated for its convenient location, attentive staff, and beach access, The Hostel ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Claudia
Chile
“Good location, clean, comfortable bed, nice staff.” - Peter
United States
“Clean and quiet. Secure. Well maintained. Big rooms. Secluded yet highly convenient location midway between the beach and Mirissa’s main road of shops and services. Walking distance to everything. Attentive, friendly staff. The lodging is...” - Collin
United States
“Really good location and nice quieter hostel to relax from the party spots in mirissa. Fairly comfortable beds and good AC” - Aiken
United States
“I usually stay in dormitories, but they were full.... So I got an elegant single room with a king size bed... If you want to luxury of a hotel with the wonderful.vibe of an hostel I would try this option. Otherwise the dormitories are great. And...” - Aiken
United States
“Wonderful VERY clean!!!..Safe Comfortable Welcoming Relaxed!” - Mohamed
Sri Lanka
“The hostel is situated in an excellent location- close proximity to the beach, the city center and the Galle Matara main road. Everything was provided even the filtered water, the kitchen with all its utensils. The staff were friendly and caring....” - Vijay
India
“"The Hostel" is one of the best & clean space that I've stayed in. The staff makes sure you feel at home, they go beyond to help you with the currency exchange, cooking food for you etc., The owner is the nice guy and will try to help you with...” - Farah
Egypt
“the owner is so nicee and helpful, the dorms and bathrooms were clean, they have a good open kitchen. prices for breakfast and the menu was reasonable, they even gave me a refillable water bottle :)” - Shadhin
Bangladesh
“Very convenient location at a walking distance from Mirissa Bus stop and also from the secret beach. Very beautiful place built by a German which was later sold to the local owner. The manager Kamal was very helpful and always smiling. Rooms were...” - Marieke
Germany
“Calm hostel with nice staff and people, beds with curtain, big bathroom, perfect location”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineIndian • Pizza • Seafood • German • International
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
Amenities of The HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
Living Area
- Dining area
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
- Baby safety gates
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeepingAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Adults only
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioningAdditional charge
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Wake-up service
- Fan
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
House rulesThe Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Air Conditioning in the dorms is only in the night from 10:00 pm - 10:00 am next morning. We apologize for any inconvenience.