Title: The Anam Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Anam Hostel Colonial hostel with free valet parking and a rooftop terrace ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/9501c37e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Executive Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/2e8d3bcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/1ccfcfe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/7a811bfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/e0436106.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Anam Hostel in Wellawatte offers a comfy rooftop escape with a firepit for evening relaxation. The garden provides peace, while the outdoor entertainment area encourages socializing. Multilingual staff assist with luggage storage, making guests feel at home. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 22 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 23 - Nov. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=101198886&PinnedHotelID=101198886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/7249db40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Renovated in 2022 Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Electric kettle Free bottled water - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/f1dfce7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Renovated in 2022 Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Electric kettle Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/d8e9bd3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe King Room With AC - Sleeps 2 ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/167b8e7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Queen Room With AC - Sleeps 2 ### Executive Room - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColombo-Hotels-The-Anam.h101198886.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColombo-Hotels-The-Anam.h101198886.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.87538%2C79.86006&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VBd4WyHxqozubLm00TSHw28ZeIo=) 29 Wellawatta Station Rd, Colombo, WP, 00600 #### What's nearby - New Delmon Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Havelock City Mall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Majestic City - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Dehiwala Zoological Garden - 4 min drive - 2.9 km #### Getting around - Wellawatta Railway Station - 8 min walk - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Yarl Hotel - ‬1 min walk - ‪Grand Pila - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hotel Mysoor - ‬3 min walk - ‪Mr.Deen Wellawatta Restaurant - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Chaat Indian Street Eats - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### The Anam Hostel Remodeled hostel, renovated in 2022 and located in Wellawatte Consider a stay at The Anam Hostel and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a firepit, and a garden. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking and valet parking - A porter/bellhop, a water dispenser, and a computer station - Multilingual staff and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at The Anam Hostel offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Dec 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=119138350&PinnedHotelID=119138350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Free valet parking on site - Limited onsite parking ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 4 floors - Built in 2005 - Colonial architecture - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas - Renovated entire property - January 2022 ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as The Anam The Anam Hostel Colombo The Anam Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation The Anam Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Colombo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Anam Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Anam Hostel? > As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anam Hostel on Nov 26, 2025 start from CA $23.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-The-Anam.h101198886.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking and valet parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Anam Hostel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Anam Hostel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Anam Hostel located? > Located in Wellawatte, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Delmon Hospital, Havelock City Mall, and Raux Brothers. Park Hospital and Majestic City are also within 2 mi (3 km). Wellawatta Railway Station is 8 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Anam Hostel Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jérémie Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort On a adoré notre séjour à Anam Hôtel ! On y a passé 10 jours. On a pu se reposer. L’hôtel se situe à quelques mètres de la plage, où on peut y voir des magnifiques coucher de soleil le soir. Le personnel de l’hôtel est juste super super gentil. Il y a une cuisine que l’on peut utiliser, mais aussi une machine à laver dont on peut se servir. Allez-y les yeux fermés, vous ne regretterez rien. ##### Jérémie Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sivapalan Oct 22, 2024 ##### Sivapalan Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Venkata Jaya kumar reddy Apr 24, 2024 ##### Venkata Jaya kumar reddy Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Lumen Field](https://www.expedia.ca/Lumen-Field-Hotels.0-l502713-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cinnamon Grand Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Cinnamon-Grand-Colombo.h916269.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando at Flamingo Crossings](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-Flamingo-Crossings.h58998470.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandarina Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Mandarina-Colombo.h17399512.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Halifax-Downtown.h1639806.Hotel-Information) > > [Black Rock Oceanfront Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Tofino-Hotels-Black-Rock-Oceanfront-Resort.h2432309.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Camelback Inn Scottsdale Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Phoenix-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Camelback-Inn-Scottsdale-Resort-Spa.h12821.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Shangri-La-Colombo.h19414242.Hotel-Information) > > [Galle Face Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Galle-Face-Hotel.h11080678.Hotel-Information) > > [Platinum One Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Platinum-One-Suites.h14687630.Hotel-Information) > > [Marino Beach Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Marino-Beach-Colombo.h29961010.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Cancun](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d179995-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Intl-Airport-Hotels.0-aLAX-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cinnamon Red Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Cinnamon-Red-Colombo.h8796833.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kingsbury Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-The-Kingsbury-Colombo.h19910.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo-Hotels-Cinnamon-Lakeside-Colombo.h2281.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Nassau](https://www.expedia.ca/Nassau-Hotels.d601784.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Kingston-Waterfront.h18430.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/dxb/seattle-to-dubai) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/yvr/buffalo-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Bangkok (BKK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sgn/bkk/ho-chi-minh-city-to-bangkok) > > [Flights from Cranbrook (YXC) to Kelowna (YLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxc/ylw/cranbrook-to-kelowna) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Niagara-Falls.d6023515.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Enterprise](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rental.cET.Travel-Guide-CarRentalCompany) ### Packages > [Key West Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-West.d1187.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Kicking Horse Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kicking-Horse-Mountain-Resort-Golden.d6058313.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Kauai](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/180075/Kauai) > > [Hawaii Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawaii.d213.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals > [Kelowna Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Vacation-Rentals.d3997.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)