Hostel First Katunayake - Negombo
7.17017, 79.8659Recreational facilities and a garden are featured in Hostel First Katunayake located 7 km from the Gothic-style St. Sebastian's Catholic Church.
Location
Historical sites in the area include Dutch Fort, situated 7 km away. Angurukaramulla Temple is 4.9 km from the hostel.
Bandaranaike International airport is a 10-minute drive from this hostel.
Rooms
Along with views of the garden, the rooms offer high-speed internet, as well as such comforts as an air conditioner. The rooms are also appointed with elegant furnishings and tile flooring.
Services
The helpful staff provide guests with 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up calls.
Leisure & Business
A selection of activities is offered in the area, such as ping-pong and fisheries.
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
Essential information about Hostel First Katunayake
💵 Lowest room price | 8 £ |
📏 Distance to centre | 3.7 km |
✈️ Distance to airport | 5.1 km |
🧳 Nearest airport | Bandaranaike International, CMB |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of Hostel First Katunayake
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missingWrote a review on 21 Dec
The friendly host can assist with everything, from luggage storage to laundry. They even have a BBQ grill! Oh, and let's not forget the free continental breakfast, it's totally worth it.
Mosquitoes are the new roommates. So delightful!
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missingWrote a review on 30 Oct
Clean and homy with beautiful sitting area. Provided breakfast and fresh fruit. AC and lockers in dorm. Owner helps with trip planning and cheap airport transport. Close to airport with 24h reception.
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missingWrote a review on 21 Aug
Super convenient for airport stays, mind-blowing helpful staff, well-maintained and super comfy bed, with jaw-dropping AC. Free wi-fi, car park, breakfast, and 24-hour reception makes it even better!
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missingWrote a review on 02 Aug
First @ Colombo Airport in Negombo is a fantastic option for a comfortable and convenient stay near the airport. the host, Dan, was exceptionally helpful in organizing transport and offering great advice throughout our stay. the hostel itself is clean, with a lovely lagoon view, and offers great value for money. the upcoming addition of a café space will only enhance the overall experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our first stop in Sri Lanka at First @ Colombo Airport. Cons: Could not be improved in any way. 😊.
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missingWrote a review on 18 Jul
first @ colombo airport is my go-to hostel when flying in and out of negombo. the staff is incredibly helpful and welcoming, always going above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. the rooms are cozy and the aircon works like a dream. it's conveniently close to the airport, perfect for catching early flights.
No mosquito nets.
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missingWrote a review on 24 Jun
The hostel is conveniently located close to the airport, making it a great choice for an overnight stay before or after a flight. The staff at the hostel were friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. We particularly enjoyed the cozy and spacious lobby area and the garden facing the waterfront. It was a nice place to relax and unwind after a long journey.
One of the downsides of the hostel was the noise. It was quite noisy due to the planes taking off and the main road nearby.
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missingWrote a review on 18 Jun
Conveniently located near the airport and bus station, friendly and helpful staff, comfortable bedrooms with good air conditioning, delightful artwork, tasty breakfast, and a cozy common area to enjoy a cup of tea and chat with fellow travelers.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Apr
As a tourist, I loved the convenient location near the airport, easily accessible by local bus from Colombo. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and the facilities were clean. The shared space was stylish, relaxing, and comfortable. The simple breakfast of fruit and toast was perfect for a quick start to the day. I recommend this hostel for its convenient location and welcoming atmosphere.
I felt well taken care of and had no complaints.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Apr
Decent place. Strong wifi. Easy walk to airport with tuktuk for 500 rs. Fans in rooms. Basic breakfast included.
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missingWrote a review on 25 Mar
Convenient location near the airport and bus station. Friendly staff and comfortable beds. Enjoyable communal areas with table tennis and volleyball. Simple but delicious breakfast provided. a surprising and highly recommended place to stay.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Feb
I keep coming back to this hostel because it's simply the best. The staff is friendly and helpful, and they even gave me directions to the nearby attractions on my first visit. It has everything I need - Wi-Fi, kitchen, AC, laundry - and it's perfect for my upcoming trip!
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missingWrote a review on 08 Jan
I had a pleasant stay at the hostel near the airport. The staff was friendly and accommodating, even arranging a taxi for my late-night arrival. The room was spacious and comfortable, with reliable Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The location was convenient, with a short 10-minute drive to the airport. There were also several affordable restaurants within walking distance, perfect for a quick meal before or after a flight.
The breakfast provided at the hostel was quite basic, but considering the affordable price and other positive aspects of the stay, it was not a major issue.
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missingWrote a review on 05 Jan
I had a great value for my money, with a clean and comfortable room. The location near the airport was perfect, and the staff treated me with utmost friendliness and helpfulness.
The morning meal could be improved with more variety.
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missingWrote a review on 17 Nov
Lovely hostel with friendly staff. The receptionist gave us excellent advice and even provided us with sunscreen for our tuk tuk ride. The room was comfortable with good wifi and air conditioning. Close to the airport. highly recommended.
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missingWrote a review on 17 Oct
I stayed at Hostel First for one night during a layover at the airport. The hostel is conveniently located, only a short tuktuk ride away from the airport. The facilities are modern and clean, including the kitchen and bathroom. I loved the lagoon view and watching the sunset from there. The staff was extremely nice and helpful, and the shared dinner was delicious. the hostel has a great vibe and is perfect for travelers looking for a cozy and welcoming place to stay.
Can't recommend this hotel highly enough.
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