Hostel First Katunayake - Negombo
7.17017, 79.8659Including recreational facilities and a garden for a delightful experience, Hostel First Katunayake comes with excellent service, while Ave Maria Convent Catholic School is about 6 km away. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this hostel is located around 7 km from Fish Market.
Location
St. Anthony's Church is also situated around 10 minutes' drive away. For guests who enjoy visiting historical places, the hostel offers proximity to Dutch Fort, which is about 7 km away.
The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International, 5 km from this property.
Rooms
There are 16 rooms fitted with air conditioning, as well as entertainment facilities such as high-speed internet. The hostel also offers rooms with elegant furniture and tile flooring.
Eat & Drink
Leisure & Business
Active sport activities include ping-pong and fishing.
Rooms and availability
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Max:8 persons
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 Bunk bed
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Shower
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Air conditioning
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
11 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Air conditioning
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Max:2 persons
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Room size:
17 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
Essential information about Hostel First Katunayake
💵 Lowest room price | 18 NZ$ |
📏 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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Roger
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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Alfred
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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John
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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Betty
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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Catherine
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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George
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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Anthony
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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Bruce
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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Bert
Decent place. Strong wifi. Easy walk to airport with tuktuk for 500 rs. Fans in rooms. Basic breakfast included.
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Graham
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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Neil
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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Pat
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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Thomas
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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David
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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Albert
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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