Clock Inn Dehiwala - Hostel  

Perched in Dehiwala, Mount Lavinia on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, this budget backpacker hostel sits minutes from Mount Lavinia Beach. It’s a short hop to the Traditional Puppet Art Museum, Dehiwala Zoological Garden and a quick drive into Colombo city centre; Bandaranaike Intl. Airport is about 44 km away.

Renovated in 2016 and billed as Sri Lanka’s largest hostel, Clock Inn Dehiwala pairs airy communal spaces with more than 100 beds across mixed and female dorms plus 16 private guestrooms. Expect AC dorms with private lockers, private king rooms with flat-screen TVs, safes and bottled water, ensuite bathrooms (some with bidets), daily housekeeping, balconies, a peaceful courtyard and a lively lounge.

Rent bicycles, relax on terraces or in the garden, and use the tour/ticket desk to plan outings—wake up to sea-breeze mornings near the coast. On-site perks include free Wi‑Fi across the property, a work station, picnic area, laundry, luggage storage, 24-hour front desk and security, free self-parking and an airport shuttle for a surcharge.

Free Wi‑Fi in all rooms and a dedicated work station for quick tasks or remote work. Luggage storage and a safe-deposit box are available at the 24-hour front desk.

Enjoy complimentary breakfast plus free tea and coffee each morning and a self-service pantry for snacks. Casual communal areas make it easy to eat and meet fellow travelers.