Backpack Lanka
The accommodation
Convenient Location near Shopping and Attractions
Backpack Lanka offers dormitory and double rooms near Liberty Plaza Shopping Mall in Colombo. Explore nearby attractions like Gangarama Temple and Colombo Museum just a stone's throw away.
Comfortable and Entertaining Amenities
Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with a rooftop smoking lounge, pool table, movie room, and more. Entertainment options include a CD/DVD player, radio, and TV. Shared facilities like bathrooms and toilets provide convenience for all guests.
Exciting Recreational Activities and Services
Unwind in the common games room with pool and darts or seek assistance from the tour desk for sightseeing and travel plans. Benefit from airport transfers and make the most of your stay at Backpack Lanka.
Book now for a memorable stay at Backpack Lanka with great amenities and a prime location!
Most popular amenities
Airport shuttle Free WiFi Air conditioning
Availability
Services
Food & drink
Cocina compartida Comida entregada en la habitación de huéspedes.
Pool, wellness & sports
Transporte al aeropuerto Transporte al aeropuerto (cargo adicional) Servicio de transporte (cargo adicional) Servicio de transporte
Parking & transport
Regreso al aeropuerto Recogida en el aeropuerto
Internet, work & events
Wi-Fi gratis Wi-Fi disponible Fax/fotocopiadora
Rooms & comfort
Habitaciones para no fumadores Sala de estar/TV compartida Aire acondicionado Area designada para fumar
Front desk and services
Deposito de valijas Factura proporcionada limpieza diaria Recepción las 24 horas Casilleros Mostrador de información turística Servicio de conserjería
Other services
Ropa lavada según las pautas de las autoridades locales.
Guest reviews
Categories
- Limpieza7,0
Mixed reports: several guests described rooms as clean, but at least one review reported strong cigarette smell and insects, lowering the overall cleanliness impression.
- Servicio8,8
Multiple mentions of helpful/friendly staff and 'customer services are great' justify a strong service score despite other issues.
- Ubicación8,6
Consistently praised as 'very good location' and 'location was good'; one comment noted poor directions to reach the property but overall location is a clear positive.
- Habitaciones4,8
Several negative specifics: rooms reported without windows, very small, cardboard doors/poor soundproofing, and cigarette smell in at least one room — room quality is a clear weak point.
- Instalaciones8,4
Air conditioning included and fast internet are highlighted as strong positives; lack of breakfast is noted but amenities overall (AC, wifi) are good.
- Relación calidad-precio5,8
Mixed perceptions: some guests find it good value for backpackers, others call the price overpriced and complain about short effective stay time — overall value is below average.
- Comida y bebida6,0
Breakfast is not provided (requested by guests), which lowers this score; otherwise little information on food/beverage offerings.
- Experiencia general8,2
Overall impression is mixed-to-positive for budget/backpacker travelers because of location, service, AC and internet, but room quality and value issues temper the experience.
Best of
- Air conditioning included
- Fast internet / good wifi
- Good / central location
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Clean rooms reported by some guests
- Good option for backpackers
Room for improvement
- Some rooms without windows and very small
- Cigarette smoke odor reported in at least one room
- Mosquitoes reported in a room
- Thin/cardboard doors and poor soundproofing
- No breakfast offered
- Short/limited check-out time and poor directions to property
Questions from other guests
How do you book?
Select your dates and the number of guests in the listing: the booking is confirmed instantly, no calls needed.
How much does it cost?
From 16,97 € per night; the exact price appears when you choose your dates.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check in from 14:00; check out before 11:00.
Where is it?
Backpack Lanka is located in Colombo; the address and map are on this page.
What amenities are offered?
The full list of amenities and house rules is detailed in the property listing.
What to do nearby?
Location
Useful information and conditions
Check-in from 14:00 Check-out before 11:00
Accommodation conditions
Guests are requested to note that washing machine can be used at an additional charge of LKR 300 per use.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.
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