Backpack Lanka - Colombo
Travel like a storyteller gathering scenes: sunrise over Sigiriya rock, blue trains winding through tea country, waves curling onto golden bays, and lanterns glowing by temple lakes. Choose a cozy villa, a rainforest hideaway, or a sea-view suite and wake to birdsong and cinnamon air. Days fill with safaris, spice gardens, colonial streets, and cool hill walks, while evenings bring seafood, drums, and starlit shores. Your island escape begins with one easy reservation today. Friendly hosts and warm seas await.
Backpack Lanka
No. of rooms
13
WiFi
We speak
7.0/10
Check availability
No. of rooms
13
WiFi
We speak
7.0/10
Tour desk
Invoice provided
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Shared lounge/TV area
Shuttle service
Non-smoking rooms
Lockers
Airport shuttle
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Internet services
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
WiFi
Concierge service
Shared kitchen
Airport pick up
Fax/photocopyingadditional charge
Airport drop off
24-hour front desk
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Luggage storage
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Ideally located in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, Backpack Lanka is3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 3.9 km from Khan Clock Tower and 5.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium. Boasting a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 800 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 1.2 km from Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and 1.3 km from Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.
Leisure World is 34 km from the hostel, while St Anthonys Church is 41 km from the property.
The hotel day starts from hour 14:00 and ends at 11:00.
Guests are requested to note that washing machine can be used at an additional charge of LKR 300 per use.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room. Mixed dormitory room features air conditioning and a reading light. A washing machine, dining area, microwave and refrigerator are included. Rate is for 1 guest. A shared bathroom and shared toilet is available. ;
Double Room with Shared Shower and Toilet. The double room features air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as an outdoor dining area and city views. The unit has 1 bed. ;
Triple Room with Private Bathroom. This air-conditioned triple room has a desk, an outdoor dining area, city views and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Family Room with Shared Bathroom. The family room includes a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
