133 Galle Road
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“Great vibe, awesome staff”
“The people and staff were amazing”
“Also the location is really close to the beach, and if you are not a fan of sand…”
“Amazing location for all backpackers”
“The rooms are clean with confortable beds”
“Loved the room, it was clean”
“The best part is having an own bar counter and pool inside the hostel”
“Drinks average price”
Why Not Backpackers features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Mirissa. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 700 metres from Mirissa Beach and around 1.2 km from Weligambay Beach. The accommodation provides karaoke and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms include bed linen. Weligama Beach is 2.3 km from the hostel, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 20 km from Why Not Backpackers.
Eric
solo_traveller
April 2, 2024
Great vibe, awesome staff. Nothing quite like it in the area. I especially loved the bar and family dinners. Met lots of great people here.
Shaydie
solo_traveller
March 14, 2024
“Absolutely amazing!”
The people and staff were amazing. The booze cruise is for sure some you want to experience. Unfortunately I could only stay 2 nights, but I will definitely come back! Also the location is really close to the beach, and if you are not a fan of sand everywhere, they also have a nice pool!
Michał
solo_traveller
March 13, 2024
Amazing location for all backpackers !!! Ay Ay BBC baby
Paul
couple
March 5, 2024
Reall nice staff. Especially Supun and Dhulan were really kind and made our time here really enjoyable. The booze cruise was really fun and we met a lot of nice people.
Carl De Zilva
solo_traveller
February 19, 2024
“Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!”
The vibe
Leni
solo_traveller
February 19, 2024
This was my second trip to this hostel so I obviously loved it!
Milou
solo_traveller
February 16, 2024
The most fun hostel in Sri Lanka, was meant to stay 2 nights and ended up staying 2 weeks, things happening every day and night and the local staff and volunteers are all amazing, especially Supun, Sam, Kally and Yasi, absolutley a highlight of sri lanka
Claudia
solo_traveller
February 9, 2024
“Partying is great, if you don’t wanna sleep at all.”
Perfect for partying, staff was great!
Leni
solo_traveller
February 5, 2024
It was just amazing. The hostel itself is great and I met so many people that made the time unforgettable
Alexander
solo_traveller
February 2, 2024
The staff, the people
Mohini
couple
January 30, 2024
The crowd at the property was good
Margaréta
extended_group
January 29, 2024
“Not every party can meet your expectations.”
The location is perfect, local staff is very kind and friendly. The rooms are clean with confortable beds. There is only 3 toilets and showers (for the cheapest shared room), but somehow it was always supplied and clean. There was the party every day, so if you are party animal, maybe its your happy place.
Ayush
solo_traveller
January 26, 2024
How everyone's a party animal in the hostel
Vicki
solo_traveller
January 24, 2024
“Best place to party and meet other solo travellers”
Boat party booze cruise was a vibe. Great hostel if solo travelling as meet loads of people. Drinks average price. Ended up extending 2 extra nights. Free water available near the reception
Alexandre
solo_traveller
January 24, 2024
“This place was amazing and horrible in same time. I booked 3days then I had 2 extend 2 more nights cause when you arrive”
A room without A/C this is horrible!!!
Benno
solo_traveller
January 16, 2024
Allways nice for a good party ! Titto is the best 🫶
Mohammad Hasan Osama
extended_group
January 16, 2024
Amazing people, good vibes all around.
lluís
solo_traveller
January 15, 2024
The facilities were really good and of course all the staff! I would like to highlight how friendly everyone was from the beginning. Sonia, Tito, Sam, the reception guys,... If you are a solo traveler that's definitely your place, can't wait to come back and join for another booze cruise 🤘🏽
Catherine
solo_traveller
January 13, 2024
“Lively party hostel”
If you want a lively social atmosphere this hostel is perfect for you! There are tons of activities going on, like booze cruises, family dinners and we even had a tattoo artist. Had a great New year's Eve party here, loved the cocktails.
Lavanya
solo_traveller
January 9, 2024
“Craziestttt hostel in Mirissa”
Firstly, received a great welcome by the host. Loved the room, it was clean. The best part is having an own bar counter and pool inside the hostel. Great vibes and had a chance to make new friends. Food was very good. Loved the Monday cruise party. Excellent work by the volunteers, did their best to keep everyone entertained. I also enjoyed beer pong.
Karaoke, Entertainment staff, Nightclub/DJ, Evening entertainment, Pub crawls, Movie nights, Happy hour, Live music/performance, Beach
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Board games/puzzles
Breakfast options, Bar
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Bicycle parking, Adult only
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking on site, Parking, Free parking
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage, Laundry, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
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