TheLakeHostel
TheLakeHostel
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<h2>Essential Facilities</h2> TheLakeHostel in Hikkaduwa offers a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can also enjoy free use of bicycles, an outdoor fireplace, and a lounge. <h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, work desks, and lake or garden views. Additional amenities feature a minimarket, coffee shop, and outdoor seating areas. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> The restaurant serves Asian cuisine with a variety of breakfast options. Outdoor seating areas provide scenic views, while the terrace and patio offer relaxing spaces. <h2>Activities and Surroundings</h2> Guests can engage in fishing, yoga classes, pub crawls, canoeing, and scuba diving. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef, each 4 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Luisa
Germany“My favorite place in Sri Lanka. Kiri, the host, is a beautiful soul and helps you with everything you need. The location is directly on the lake and so peaceful. I extended for a whole week and I wish I could stay longer. I felt so...” 
Judit
Hungary“I loved the location, a short bus ride away from the beach and Hikkaduwa, on the shore of the lake. I liked the green garden, the open spaces, the little jetty on the lake, the sound of the rain on the roof. The dorm is clean and spacious, the...”
Grace
Australia“Great hostel and people. The set up is so scenic. They have really cute cats. Wish I could have stayed longer definitely recommend :)”
Annemarie
Austria“We had such a nice stay at this hostel. The room was clean and comfy. Location was so beautlyful, directly at the lake and outside of the town. Staff was really friendly! We also rent a kayak and bike for free. Highly recommended <3”- Sandra
Czech Republic“Everything, it’s the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Loved the pups, the kitties, the peaceful location, the staff *really* felt like family… it was cleaned daily and overall just amazing.” 
Prerna
India“Awesome people, great location, & the place is amazing. With a lake view, kayaking. Also they provide breakfast and dinner and have shared kitchen”
Victor
France“The place is beautiful, the garden go to a lake, all around you it’s a natural !”- AAgneta
Sri Lanka“Amazing hostel with warm open-minded owners in a beautiful jungle setting at the lake. Felt really welcome and had a great time there. Also nice family style dinners in the evening. I stayed in a private room which was very comfy. Definitely...” - Titas
Lithuania“Very good location, calm place. The staff are super friendly, they have a lot of friendly cats and dogs so there are always a good vibe.” - Peter Sri Lanka“This hostel was in the most beautiful location and they kindly offer free bicycles to ride into town (roughly 15min) A welcoming environment and exceptional design throughout. The stars of the show is Kiri and his wife who are so helpful in...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAsian
Facilities of TheLakeHostelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
View
- River view
- Landmark view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Pub crawls
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Valet parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Adults only
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Wake-up service
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
- Yoga classes
Languages spoken
- German
- English
House rulesTheLakeHostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
