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Our top choices for Ja-ela hostels

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1. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (166 reviews)
"Good rooms, clean sheets, helpful staff, all good. Check in and out was a breeze"
United States
Muhammad Zarwan
The price is ￥5,582
￥6,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
Courtyard

2. CityRest Fort - Hostel

CityRest Fort - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort
7.4 out of 10, Good, (106 reviews)
"Breakfast was included in to the price, but the kitchen was under reparation. They gave me 300 rupia as discount. Room was clean and tidy, fan good, walls very thin, excellent location if you travel by bus or train."
Finland
Rita
The price is ￥3,816
￥4,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
CityRest Fort - Hostel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

3. SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms

SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
2.0 star property
Rajagiriya
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Overall I enjoyed my stay in Sesya. Nicely built postel . Great location . "
India
AKHTAR RASHID
The price is ￥8,456
￥11,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
SeSaya Poshtel & Bistro - Colombo's Newest and Finest Poshtel Dorms and Rooms
Terrace/patio

4. Colombo Beach Hostel

Colombo Beach Hostel
2.0 star property
Mount Lavinia
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (15 reviews)
"Reliable staff, clean and comfortable room, very good access to the beautiful beach. Definitely recommendable."
Japan
RYOSUKE
The price is ￥3,812
￥4,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Colombo Beach Hostel
View from property

5. Haven Fort Hostel

Haven Fort Hostel
2.0 star property
Hunupitiya
The price is ￥6,978
￥8,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Haven Fort Hostel
4 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

6. Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel

Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel
2.0 star property
Negombo
The price is ￥5,904
￥7,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Mama's Villa by Taprobane - Hostel
Reception

7. The Anam Hostel

The Anam Hostel
2.0 star property
Wellawatte
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"On a adoré notre séjour à Anam Hôtel ! On y a passé 10 jours. On a pu se reposer. L’hôtel se situe à quelques mètres de la plage, où on peut y voir des magnifiques coucher de soleil le soir. Le personnel de l’hôtel est juste super super gentil. Il y a une cuisine que l’on peut utiliser, mais aussi une machine à laver dont on peut se servir. Allez-y les yeux fermés, vous ne regretterez rien."
France
Jérémie
The price is ￥2,107
￥2,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
The Anam Hostel
Front of property

8. Colombo Mount Hostel

Colombo Mount Hostel
2.0 star property
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
The price is ￥2,406
￥2,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Colombo Mount Hostel
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Top Ja-ela Hotel Reviews

Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff and the property were very nice and enjoyed the stay. This is our second time and we will continue to stay here. Food was one of the highlight of this hotel."
Prem 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Galle Face Hotel

Find out more about Ja-ela

Ja-ela Hostels information

Number of reviews
291
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥2,857
Highest Price
￥11,646

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ja-ela?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Ja-ela?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Ja-ela: Joys home stay - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ja-ela?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Ja-ela are October, May, November, and June, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Ja-ela?
Get out into nature with places like Galle Face Beach, Galle Face Green, and Negombo Beach Park. Cultural attractions include Guruge Nature Park, Sri Lanka National Museum, and Dutch Period Museum. Locals like to shop at Negombo Fish Market and Pettah Market.
What's the best way to get to and around Ja-ela while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Ja-ela on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), 6.6 mi (10.5 km) from the city center.