Cycling Hostel Sri Lanka

On Sri Lanka’s south coast in Unawatuna — a cycling-themed hostel minutes from Unawatuna Beach and Jungle Beach. Next to a golf course and almost next door to Unawatuna train station, it’s a quick ride to Galle city center, the Japanese Peace Pagoda and Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya. A backpacker-friendly, family-friendly base for exploring the south coast.

Casual, social vibe with an outdoorsy, travel-ready design — think bike maps, communal lounges and an activity board. Accommodation ranges from mixed and female dorms (fans, lockers, reading lights, USB plugs) to a couple of private guestrooms with LED TVs; rooms include ceiling fans, rice cookers, showers with designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Free Wi-Fi and free self-parking, a full-service spa and a fitness center. Rent bikes or join one of five cycling tours; the hostel also runs canoeing, hiking and fishing trips. Additional touches include a garden, library, BBQ area, arcade/game room, TV common area, playroom for kids, laundry/dry-cleaning and a tour/ticket desk.

Conference hall and flexible meeting/board-room setups for business or interviews, plus 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and laundry services. Roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge.

On-site restaurant serving local cuisine and a coffee shop/café, plus a shared kitchen for self-catering. Complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30–9:00 and limited room service is available.