Matara Road Dip N Zone, Above Crust Pizza, 80650 Ahangama, Sri Lanka
#93 of 106 hotels in Ahangama
Guests' ChoiceBased on 50 hostel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
7.8
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 2 February 2025
Tanja
GreeceI stayed in the private room and while that was great, the room was extremely hot, the floor cooler wasn't doing much and was very loud anyway to have it on during the night. Adding AC would be great. Dorm rooms now have AC (upgrade from last year!) and are very comfy. The other down side, and it has nothing to do with the accommodation, is that this year there is no beach as water levels have risen. Last year you had a gorgeous sandy beach right in front, however this year there is no beach out front.
The staff is amazing and always there for anything you need with kindness and a smile. The rooms have a great price, are comfortable, clean, and they have a water kettle. Location couldn't be more central. I stayed last year in the dorm and this year in the private room and other people staying there were always respectful. There are only 3 rooms, 2 four bed dorms and one private room. Bathroom is cleaned regularly.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 30 January 2025
Monika
PolandA bit noisy cause it's the same building that a restaurant which is also a qrty place (The Crust). No hot water available. No mosquito nets or no curtains so not too much privacy.
Room with only 4 beds so it was fine. Contact with the owner via WhatsApp was fast. Self check in available. Socket near to the bed. Bathroom clean, there was always toilet paper available. Nice view from the window. You can see the ocean. I think there was a kettle in the room so you can make a tea or coffee.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 24 January 2025
Lizbeth
PeruThe location is good because it is close to everything but obviously it means that there is a lot of noise 24 hours a day, from parties, random noises on the ceiling, motorcycles or buses honking so loudly but with Wax Plugs, you will be fine. It is not a hostel so do not expect common areas, you know this from the beginning but there is not much vibe as it is only rooms, but I met incredible people in my room and I wanted a quiet accommodation, not a very social and party hostel so It was fine for me.
I liked that the bathrooms and rooms were clean as well as the sheets and towels in good condition. The family that welcomed you and was in charge of cleaning were very very friendly
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 28 December 2024
Anja
GermanyBecause of the location it can be a bit noisy, but I extended my stay from 1 to 4 nights. Hangers for clothes and towels and curtains for more privacy would be good :)
Good place to be in the center of Ahangama: Busstop, shopes, cafés and Restaurants all around. Room was clean, staff and owner (quick answers via whatsapp) very friendly. Thank you so much!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 July 2024
Angelika
SlovakiaIn the room was fan and also air cleaning machine but it was still too too hot
It was really clean, perfect location and staff was soo so nice and helpfull
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Katrin
GermanyNot really a Hostel vibe, no community areas
Okay for 1 or 2 nights
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Sidath_mampi
Sri LankaNo space to chill / sit / have some food. May be have a few chairs with small tables in front on the balcony.
A good place to sleep and wake up, take the board paddle out right behind the hostel. Staff is super friendly. Clean sheets and towels on request , prompt.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Selma
GermanyI stayed for 3 nights. Not once was the bin in our bedroom emptied! And I had even to ask for a bin. The AC did not cool down the room. That's why an other girl in the room must have opened the door in the middle of the night. I woke up because it became very loud (the hostel is at the main road which is still okay if the door stays closed). But I got angry because I was not asked if I wanted to stay in a room with an open door to the street. Anything could have happened! With a better working AC this would not have happened I think.
It was the cheapest stay in this very overpriced place of Ahangama.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Dan
CanadaWas surprised at how close the hostel is to the main road. And the door has trickle to stay closed so we here a lot of the road sound
Super clean and right next to the ocean
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Jip
NetherlandsThere’s no AC and it was warm, but doable at night
It’s very clean and you get a nice bed with towel. Very nice!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Anuki
Sri LankaIt would be great if they can fix a mirror in the room or in the bathroom
The view of the blue ocean from our window was breathtaking. Everything was super comfortable and the neighborhood was friendly and safe to travel alone even at night. This place is surrounded by some amazingly beautiful coffee shops and restaurants facing to the beach. But locals don't forget to bring extra money on food
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 March 2023
Rose
NetherlandsVery nice staff! Good location, nice easy rooms.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 16 February 2023
Rutten
BelgiumMy stay in Dip N Doze was great! Since I was the only guest, it was very nice to have the room just for me! The place is very clean. What you get is very simple, but really good. The owner is very nice and flexibel, he will try to help hou with anything. The hostel just opened so ofcourse there is room for improvement, but I loved my stay and would definitely recommend!!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 5 April 2025
Purohit
Sri LankaIt is a very good property located very centrally from all major locations you would like to visit
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
Srimal
Sri LankaIt was conveniently located close to the train station and the town. Everything was close by.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 22 February 2025
Weerasooriya
Sri Lankait’s super close to all the hotspots in Ahangama
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Charlie
New ZealandRooms are really basic - but that’s okay. But due to the location being above Crust and directly on the road side, the hostel can be accessed by anyone. It is not monitored. The noise level of this place is truly unacceptable, I have no idea why they thought it was a good idea to open a hostel there. Other reviews mentioned some noise from the road etc but with ear plugs it is ok… it is definitely not. There was karaoke coming from the beer and wine shop directly under the hostel. I contacted the property and asked what time this finished. They said normally at 10/11pm - this was not the case. The karaoke went on until 1am. When that eventually stopped, there was loud music/karaoke playing from crust until 4:30am!!! I had ear plugs which were no match for the noise. Tried my AirPods and they too were no match. It wasn’t just the noise it was the bass that I could feel. I finally managed to sleep at 5am and woke up at 8 to check out. I would not recommend anyone to stay here unless you have 0 problem with extremely loud noises whilst sleeping.
The staff/ owners were very friendly and it is right in the centre of town. When I contacted them about my issues, they were really friendly and understandable. Even agreeing to let me cut my stay from 5 nights to 1.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Gunawardena
Sri LankaThe location was excellent and it was very clean
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Anna
Austriadoors are like paper, you lock them with a tiny key so if someone would want to “break in” they could easily do so. it’s extremly loud bc the rooms are facing the main road
people working there are very nice, helping you with everything you need! A/C is working good
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 February 2025
Cameron
United KingdomThe rooms were super clean and fresh sheets. The lady who owns it is so attentive & sweet & came in daily to tidy. THE AIRCON. perfect. location also perfect. stayed 4 nights when i’d only booked one!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 24 January 2025
Asaf
Sri LankaNo hot water or privacy between beds Very noisy from proximity to the city
Excellent location in the heart of the city
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 7 December 2024
Gill
United StatesN/A
I liked that the rooms are located centrally in Ahangama only a short walk away from beach side cafes. You can see the ocean from the rooms.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 3 December 2024
Thehara
Sri LankaLoved my stay here, very clean and amazing view!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 10 November 2024
Sanithma
Sri LankaExcellent stay ! ,budget friendly, lovely atmosphere and everything you need nearby.
Stayed in November 2024
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