Backpack Lanka

2 stars
7.1
Good
based on 610 reviews
610 reviews
247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo
+94 770 300 900
Thu 1/10
-
Fri 2/10
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$22
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room, bed type unknown
$22
Double room, 1 double bed
$28
Double room, bed type unknown
$39
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Overview

Boasting a shared lounge, Backpack Lanka is set in Colombo, 800 metres from Kollupitiya Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.
7.1
Good
610 reviews

Latest deals for Backpack Lanka

Thu 1/10
-
Fri 2/10
Double room, bed type unknown
$22
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 double bed
$28
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$39
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Backpack Lanka

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bicycle hire

Reviews of Backpack Lanka

7.1
Good
610 verified ratings
Wonderful
166
Very good
102
Good
136
Okay
61
Fair
58
Mediocre
26
Poor
61

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Location

247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 00300

What's nearby

  • Embassy of United States371 m
  • National Museum of Colombo1 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park1.2 km
  • Colombo Town Hall1.4 km
  • Independence Memorial Hall1.9 km
  • Sinhalese Sports Club1.9 km
  • Colombo City Centre2 km
  • CR and FC Grounds2.4 km
  • Fort Railway Station2.5 km
  • Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall2.6 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center2.6 km
  • Murugan Hindu Temple2.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Backpack Lanka

Which month has the cheapest rates at Backpack Lanka?

The cheapest month to stay at Backpack Lanka is May, with an average nightly rate of $21. The most expensive month is November at $35 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Backpack Lanka?

The cheapest day to book Backpack Lanka is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $11. The most expensive day is Friday at $30 per night.

FAQs when booking at Backpack Lanka

  • Where is Backpack Lanka located?

    Backpack Lanka is located at 247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha in Kollupitiya, 2.3 km from the centre of Colombo. Embassy of United States is the closest landmark to Backpack Lanka.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Backpack Lanka?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Backpack Lanka.

  • Does Backpack Lanka offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Backpack Lanka offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Backpack Lanka from the airport?

    Backpack Lanka is 6.7 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. Backpack Lanka is 30.2 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Backpack Lanka hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Backpack Lanka in Colombo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Backpack Lanka and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Backpack Lanka.

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Good to know

Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

2.3 km
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30.2 km

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