Top Hostels in Galle

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Hostels in Galle

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Galle on Hotels.com. These Galle Hostels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 19, 2026.

A sunset over a beach with calm waters and distant land.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a ceiling fan, a glass door entrance, and a clothing rack with bags.

1. KINGS BAY BEACH RESORT

Galle

CNY435

CNY513 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A serene pool area with trees and a building in the background.

An aerial view of a coastal property with a swimming pool, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

A room with a bed, wooden chairs, a table, and a mirror.

A bed with white linens and teal pillows, a teal throw blanket, and a wooden headboard.

2. Closenberg Hotel

Galle

CNY286

CNY337 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A room with wooden walls and a television mounted on the wall displaying a sports event. There is a table with a yellow checkered tablecloth, a menu stand, and a bottle of beer.

A staircase with wooden balusters, wicker chairs, and a small table with a typewriter.

A building with a closed garage door, a staircase, and string lights.

A narrow corridor with a round table and chairs in the foreground, leading to a room with a large window and a round light fixture.

3. Snooze Station by Sydney Galle

Cheena Kotuwa

CNY308

CNY364 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A wooden-framed window with curtains, a metal railing, and lush green foliage outside.

A balcony with a view of a railway track and houses in the background.

A building with a balcony and a tree in front.

A modern staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a landing with a glass door.

4. Jungle City Hostel

Galle

CNY152

CNY179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A room with a blue sectional sofa against a wall with a tree mural and a window.

A menu board at a cafe with various coffee and drink options listed.

A vibrant indoor space with a pool, colorful walls, and seating areas.

A reception area with a counter, a green table, and a woman standing. There are bags and a green backpack on the floor.

5. Cycling Backpacker Hostel

Unawatuna

CNY55

CNY65 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hallway with a wooden floor, a large wall mural, and recessed lighting.

A neatly made bed with a white bedspread and two pillows, a rolled-up towel, and a window with curtains.

A two-story building with a tiled roof and a mural depicting a traditional scene.

6. Wagon Wheel Inn - Hostel

Boossa

A beachside patio with wooden tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A view of a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

A room with a wooden sofa and a large green plant.

A view through a doorway to a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

7. Surfing Tusker - Thalpe

Talpe

CNY120

CNY142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A person sitting on a chair in a room with a potted plant and a framed picture on the wall.

A group of people seated around a wooden table in a rustic setting with hanging lights and plants.

A room with bunk beds, wooden railings, and a staircase.

Three bottles labeled body lotion, conditioner, and shower gel on a shelf.

8. Roaming Retreat Hostel & villa

Ahangama

CNY97

CNY335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A restaurant with wicker furniture, wooden beams, and hanging light fixtures.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a headboard with a blue abstract painting, a wooden nightstand, and a wicker chair.

A group of people seated around a large round table in a room with wooden beams and a large window.

A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

9. Hummus Hotel Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa

CNY108

CNY294 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A bedroom with a bed, a hanging lamp, a view of the beach, and a large potted plant.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a patio with a view of the ocean and a grassy area. There is a lamp, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden bench, and a woven basket on the wall.

A pool area with umbrellas and palm trees.

10. Dreamsea surf camp Sri Lanka

Ahangama

CNY516

CNY609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An outdoor covered patio with wooden tables and benches, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

A door with a "Backpacker Hostel" sign, a wooden bench, a sofa, and a ladder leading to an outdoor area with greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table, chairs, and a bench.

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

11. R BackPacker Hostel

Ahangama

CNY18

CNY21 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A beach with palm trees, thatched-roof huts, and lounge chairs.

A narrow hallway with a wooden staircase on the right, a green door at the end, and a hanging light fixture above.

A hallway with numbered doors, a mirror, and hanging wicker lamps.

12. Kabalana Surf Hostel

ahangama

CNY109

CNY272 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A serene outdoor area with a thatched-roof structure, a small pond with lily pads, and lush greenery.

A traditional house with a wooden balcony, a small pond, and lush greenery.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

13. Papaya Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa

CNY273

CNY322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black countertop, a bed with a wooden frame and white bedding, and a bowl of yellow fruit on the table.

A multi-story building with a prominent "Dreamers Lodge" sign.

Two wooden beds with white bedding and mosquito netting, a wooden table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A dining area with a round wooden table and four chairs, a white teapot, and two white cups on the table.

14. Dreamers Lodge - Hostel

Mirissa

CNY177

CNY211 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A narrow dirt path flanked by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A house with a tiled roof, a front door, a small porch, a chair, and potted plants.

A tree-lined outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a building with a tiled roof, and potted plants.

A room with a bunk bed, a small table with a plant, a window with bars, and a patterned curtain.

15. Dihein surf Hostel

Ahangama

CNY42

CNY49 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a well-lit entrance.

A two-story building with a balcony, a gated entrance, and a well-lit street lamp.

A sign with the text "RAKE N FLOW" illuminated at night, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, a hanging light fixture, and a small shelf with items.

16. Wake N Flow, Ahangama

Ahangama

CNY222

CNY314 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a dining table, and hanging wicker baskets.

A door with a geometric pattern and a plant beside it.

A bowl of fruit salad with a beach view in the background.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a potted plant, and a view of greenery outside.

17. Banana Bunks Mirissa

Mirissa

CNY1,083

CNY1,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a plant, and a window with a view of greenery.

A dining table with plates of food, a coffee cup, and a smartphone.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A person standing in front of a wall with a large butterfly mural. There are potted plants in front of the wall.

18. Costels mirissa

Mirissa

CNY130

CNY153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a person sitting on a towel.

A staircase with white railings, decorated with plants and flowers. There is a fan mounted on the wall above the stairs.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

19. Chaya Mega Hostel

Matara

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Top neighborhoods in Galle

A historic fort with a clock tower and a flag.

A white lighthouse, palm trees, a coastal road, and a red boat on the water.

A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.

A weathered street sign with text in multiple languages at LEYN BAAN CROSS.

A large stone fort with a clock tower and a flag on top.

Fort Galle

The Fort Galle neighborhood has lots to see including Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse.

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A cricket pitch with stumps in the center, surrounded by a grassy field with a stone wall and a clock tower in the background.

A cricket stadium with a green field, a large scoreboard, and a building labeled "SINGER GALLER CRICKET CLUB".

A cricket field with a wicket, a large stone building, and a clock tower in the background.

A coastal fort with green lawns and a rocky shoreline.

A coastal landscape with lush greenery, palm trees, and rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean.

Cheena Kotuwa

The Cheena Kotuwa neighborhood has lots to see including Galle Fort and Galle International Cricket Stadium.

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Richmond Kanda

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Top landmarks in Galle

Galle Lighthouse

8.8/10 (271 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Galle Lighthouse— just one of the monuments in Fort Galle. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Galle International Cricket Stadium

9.0/10 (21 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Galle International Cricket Stadium, a stadium in Cheena Kotuwa. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you think Galle International Cricket Stadium is cool, you also might like Galle Tennis Club, located nearby.

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Galle Clock Tower

8.4/10 (93 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Galle Clock Tower— just one of the monuments in Fort Galle. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life at Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa in Fort Galle. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Mahamodara Beach

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Mahamodara Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.8 mi (3 km) from central Galle. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Jungle Beach, Unawatuna Beach, and Sahana Beach.

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Dutch Reformed Church

8.4/10 (51 reviews)

Fort Galle is home to Dutch Reformed Church, so why not stop by during your stay in Galle. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Historical Mansion

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

If museums are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Historical Mansion in Fort Galle. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to see more of the museums in Galle, you can easily walk to National Maritime Museum or Galle National Museum.

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St. Aloysius College

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of Galle student life, check out St. Aloysius College, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Galle. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Learn more about Galle

Galle is applauded for its cultural attractions such as Galle National Museum and National Maritime Museum. This luxury city has something for everyone including sights like Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse.

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About the destination

If you're looking for a place to get away, look no further than Galle. Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Galle has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Galle with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our map displays the areas and neighborhoods around all Galle hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Galle hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

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