Backpack Lanka

2 stars
7.1
Good
based on 626 reviews
626 reviews
247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
247 R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo
+94 770 300 900
Mon 26/10
-
Tue 27/10
2 guests, 1 room
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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
626 reviews

Latest deals for Backpack Lanka

Mon 26/10
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Tue 27/10
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₹ 1,204
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Double room and 1 more Backpack Lanka deals.
Double room, bed type unknown
₹ 1,204
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 double bed
₹ 1,631
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₹ 2,092
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
626 verified ratings
Wonderful
172
Very good
109
Good
138
Okay
59
Fair
60
Mediocre
27
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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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Backpack Lanka

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September
January
₹ 995
₹ 1,213
Cheapest month to stay with an average 55% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 38% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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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 ₹ 1,139. The most expensive month is January at ₹ 1,898 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 ₹ 600. The most expensive day is Thursday at ₹ 1,473 per night.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Backpack Lanka

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Backpack Lanka, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Backpack Lanka, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • How long should you stay at Backpack Lanka? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

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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Distance to airport

7.3
2.3 km
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30.2 km

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