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R BackPacker Hostel

2.0 star property

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Living area
Outdoor dining
Basic Shared Dormitory
Interior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$10
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

Explore the area

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Kataluwa School Rd, Ahangama, SP, 80650
  • Place, Kathaluwa Old Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Koggala Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kabalana Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Koggala

R BackPacker Hostel places you steps from Koggala Lake and within a short 5-minute stroll of Kathaluwa Old Temple. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Koggala hostel include Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort.
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What's nearby

  • Kathaluwa Old Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Koggala Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kabalana Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Stilt Fisherman - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Koggala Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 14 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Ahangama - Rooftop Cafe And Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marshmellow Beach Cafe & Surf School - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thileni's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Honey Coffee - ‬5 min drive

About this property

R BackPacker Hostel

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. R BackPacker Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Dining venue
R BackPacker Hostel offers 5 accommodations with air conditioning. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: LKR 2.50 for adults and LKR 1.50 for children
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately LKR 2.50 for adults and from LKR 1.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at R BackPacker Hostel?

Yep, R BackPacker Hostel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at R BackPacker Hostel?

As of 16 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at R BackPacker Hostel on 17 Jun 2026 start from NZ$10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to R BackPacker Hostel?

The closest beach to R BackPacker Hostel is Unawatuna Beach (10.1 km).

Does R BackPacker Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at R BackPacker Hostel?

No, R BackPacker Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at R BackPacker Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at R BackPacker Hostel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at R BackPacker Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

R BackPacker Hostel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026