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Backpack Lanka
2 stars

Backpack Lanka

247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
See location+94 770 300 900
From
₪26
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 609 reviews
609 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Double room

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About Backpack Lanka

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a bidet, as well as climate control and laundry facilities. Other amenities include towels, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage.

Latest deals for Backpack Lanka

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Fri 11.10
Standard room
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Double room
1 double bed
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1 double bed
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Backpack Lanka

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Casino
  • 24hr front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Beach access
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Dining room
  • Microwave
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Air-conditioned

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Washing machine

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Pool table

General

  • Lockers
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Backpack Lanka

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7.7
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Location

247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 00300

What's nearby

  • Gangaramaya Temple0.8 km
  • National Museum of Colombo1 km
  • National Art Gallery1.1 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park1.2 km
  • Galle Face Green1.7 km
  • Beira Lake1.9 km
  • Independence Memorial Hall1.9 km
  • Sinhalese Sports Club1.9 km
  • Dutch Period Museum2.5 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center2.6 km
  • Bank of Ceylon Tower2.6 km
  • Dutch Hospital2.6 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Backpack Lanka

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FAQs when booking at Backpack Lanka

  • Where is Backpack Lanka located?

    Backpack Lanka is located at 247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha in Kollupitiya, 2.3 km from the center of Colombo. Gangaramaya Temple is the closest landmark to Backpack Lanka.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Backpack Lanka?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Backpack Lanka.

  • Does Backpack Lanka offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Backpack Lanka offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Backpack Lanka from the airport?

    Backpack Lanka is 7 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. Backpack Lanka is 30.5 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Backpack Lanka hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Backpack Lanka in Colombo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Backpack Lanka and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Backpack Lanka.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.1

Distance to city center

2.3 km

Nearest Airport

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Distance to airport

30.2 km