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# 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)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101198900/101198886/e0436106.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)

![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)

-   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

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![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

Electric kettle

Shared/communal kitchen

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

Electric kettle

Shared/communal kitchen

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
    

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## About the area

Located near the beach, The Anam Hostel is in Wellawatte, a neighborhood in Colombo. Traditional Puppet Art Museum and Sri Lanka National Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Talangama Wetland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sinhalese Sports Club or R. Premadasa Stadium.

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29 Wellawatta Station Rd, Colombo, WP, 00600

### What's nearby

-   Bellagio Casino - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
    
-   Lanka Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
    
-   Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
    
-   Colombo City Centre - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
    
-   Galle Face Green - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
    

### Getting around

-   Wellawatta Railway Station - 8 min walk
    
-   Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 54 min drive
    

### Restaurants

-   ‪Yarl Hotel - ‬1 min walk
    
-   ‪Hotel Mysoor - ‬3 min walk
    
-   ‪Grand Pila - ‬6 min walk
    
-   ‪Mr.Deen Wellawatta Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
    
-   ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
    

## About this property

### The Anam Hostel

Hostel remodeled in 2022 and located near Colombo City Centre

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 water dispenser, multilingual staff, and a computer station
-   Luggage storage and a porter/bellhop

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.

Extra amenities include:

-   Communal kitchens and electric kettles

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## 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 Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anam Hostel on Oct 16, 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 at The Anam Hostel?

> 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.

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