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CityRest Fort - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

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Property entrance
Front of property
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Reception hall
Comfort Room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$56
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar

Explore the area

Map
46 Hospital Street, Colombo 01, Colombo
  • Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Colombo World Trade Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Beira Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Beira Lake Seaplane Base (BYV)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Colombo

CityRest Fort - Hostel puts you in the heart of Colombo, within steps of Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Colombo World Trade Center. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Fort hostel include Old Parliament Building and Pettah Market.
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What's nearby

  • Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - 1 min walk
  • Pettah Market - 9 min walk
  • Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque - 14 min walk
  • Galle Face Green Night Market - 3 min drive
  • Galle Face Beach - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 4 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Kai - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pillawoos Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Barista - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ceylon Curry Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

CityRest Fort - Hostel

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at CityRest Fort - Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colombo hostel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
CityRest Fort - Hostel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free toiletries. 24-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Colombo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at CityRest Fort - Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to CityRest Fort - Hostel?

The closest beach to CityRest Fort - Hostel is Galle Face Beach (1 km).

How much does it cost to stay at CityRest Fort - Hostel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CityRest Fort - Hostel on 25 Mar 2025 start from AU$56.06, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at CityRest Fort - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at CityRest Fort - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at CityRest Fort - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at CityRest Fort - Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

CityRest Fort - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hannah Catherine

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is in a great location, close to the train station and lots of great places to eat nearby. But that's the only strong point. Everything else is average at best. The place needs renovation, WiFi doesn't work, cleaning in the shared bathrooms could be improved. But the location is great. So if you are looking for 1 night near the station - this would do.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The uniqueness was the hotel location and the hotel had absolutely wonderful beds (mattresses.) However, it does not rate as a "4 star, in no way... The top rating would be a '1' star maximum.. I have traveled the globe worldwide (to 113 countries) so I do know what I'm talking about! Also, the hotel owner had cameras everywhere, almost like spying on the guests, which was most unpleasant, but the hotel staff, they were wonderful...
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kyohei

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok!
Location is good, near the main train station and bus terminal but tuk tuk driver said far and ask for 300Rs. Dorm room is relatively small for 4 persons with luggages. Have enough toilets and shower cubicles. Have a rooftop but nothing to see. Free breakfast.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

JAEGEUN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top-quality service
The location is great if you want to be near Fort railway station. It is within walking distance to the beach as well. The service at check-in and check-out was excellent. They were friendly, helpful, and quick. We had to check-out in the morning before breakfast was served, and the desk clerk had even arranged for box breakfasts to be ready for us. We have a 3 year old, so not having to worry about finding food that early in the morning was quite helpful. The only minor issue was that the bathroom looked a little past its prime. The shelf in the shower was rusty and it looked like the toilet had been repaired without properly cleaning up the adhesive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
professionally run
great location, close to bus or train station, walking distance or take a tuk tuk for 150, no more. staff is great and very helpful. lots of staff, even on every floor. not sure what people complain about the breakfast for?? probably one of the best breakfasts I'd had in any hostel, anywheres. wifi is very good, beds are comfy, AC works well, and towel included. It said locks were available for the locker but I had my own, so I'm not sure if you had to rent it or not. Only had hot water 2 out of 4 times, yet people had hot water the same day, so I guess it was luck of the draw. No windows in the rooms, which I prefer because it stops the traffic noise, and light from coming in. One guy was smoking in the room when I checked in so I'm not sure if this is allowed, or he was sneaking it

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Airco was broke, so we moved rooms, but then there the airco also broke down. In addition there was a girl in our room that seemed to live there. It was all a bit weird. But location is good, and the staff is really nice.

4/10 Poor

Pauline

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room smelt musty. It was good that there was lockers in the room. A weird stain was on the wall next to the air con. Only one female shower. And not super clean. It's fine I you only need to spend one night. The driver collected us from the airport which was a gread and even stopped at the train station for us. The check in was great and we were well greeted.

10/10 Excellent

n, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Excellent location, rooms very clean, staff are really friendly, safe, breakfast included as added bonus. Great value

6/10 Okay

philippe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cheap hotel... good location
This hotel is cheap.. so everything is below average basicly. The bed is not very confortable, the shower is dirty, the towel they give you is old and cheap. The bathroom are also dirty. Go there for 1 night but I cancelled my others nights.

8/10 Good

liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good overnight stay
Good overnight stop. Good location. Pretty much as advertised.

10/10 Excellent

MAN WAI, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff good location
I stayed only one night in the dorm. Room was very comfortable. A/C & WIGI were very strong. Reception staff was very informative and nice. just a minute walk to Dutch hospital and about 10 mins walk to Fort Rail Station.

8/10 Good

HISASHI, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Located center of the city
Very clean for the shower room and toilet. Although the bed size is small for each, it is very clean as well. The staff is taking care the shower room until midnight, so he is also the good security parson for shared space. The hotel is located near the bus stops, so it's very easy to go to the other places in Sri Lanka. Free Wi-Fi is provided. 

8/10 Good

Bianca, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick stop over
I was only here about 7 hours- the customer service was great, breakfast was nice, clean room- what more could you ask for when you hve a stop over. The train station is close which is an added bonus!

8/10 Good

Michael, Amarillo, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
business trip
Very friendly and helpful staff. WiFi was decent and breakfast was decent. I enjoyed my stay.

6/10 Okay

Blondie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
cheap option for central colombo
short stay as it was close to train station. staff helpful.

6/10 Okay

Jonas, Pune

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good but could be better!
In total I'm satisfied about the quality even if the stay is relatively pricey. But there is also one no go! 1. Everyone should know, there are no windows in dorms! In the corridor you will face a bit stinky air because no one is going to open a window. That's not an huge issue but guest should be aware. 2. The the most ridiculous thing is that you only can buy bottled water for ~150 LKR! That's simply naughty and absolutely not supportable! No stay in Sri Lanka seems to have a water purifier or at least a water refill to prevent plastic bottles. From that point of view India seems to be more developed then Sri Lanka. Btw water refill in India costs ~20 LKR per litre and a bottle of water in Sri Lanka costs normally around 60-80 LKR. However, that feels like robbing and I'm really disappointed about that. On top the page tried to excuse it with the high costs in the neighbour hotel "Hilton" (piece is 500 LKR). I don't think this is comparable ;-)

8/10 Good

Neela, Hyderabad, India

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Hotel
Good hotel to stay in colombo, if you want to be near Galle face or near to beach. Amenities are good. When you check in ask for the blanket, Towel, and bathing soap. If you can avoid, then better to buy mineral water bottle outside as its costly there, 150 rupees. Outside its 60. There is no lift, if its a problem to stay in the third floor, ask for lower floors.

6/10 Okay

Beau, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
A very average stay. You get what you pay for...
Great, central location close to Colombo Fort train station and room was clean. Very disorganised check in process and the new General Manager was more concerned with telling everyone he was the general manager than actually serving guests and solving problems. Bathrooms need more attention - no hook or place to hang towel in 2 of the 3 cubicles and all the soap dispensers were empty. No working key for the door so had to leave door ajar to go to the bathroom or common area. Had to ask for sheets and towel.

8/10 Good

S, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great budget option in Fort
Decent hostel in a great location near the main train station and Galle Face Green at a reasonable price. Staff were extremely helpful, even assisted with booking a train for us (not easy during peak season in Sri Lanka).

8/10 Good

CHUNG, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good clean hostel
Stayed for 3 nights in one of the 2nd floor dorm rooms. The whole hotel and dorm rooms are very clean by hostel standards. Despite a lack of windows, the dorm rooms don't suffer from the usual damp smells, due to having both a fan and A/C. The bed clean, comfortable and there was a locker to keep my stuff. The bathroom and toilets are also cleaned regularly. While it's possible to order lunch/dinner at the hostel, I'd have to say that it was the one disappointment of the stay. The fish finger with fries was just awful, with the former having the texture of mashed potatoes and only a vaguely fishy taste. The included breakfast was well above average hostel fair. Mostly cereals, tea, coffee, sausages, eggs, rice and fresh fruits and juices. Location wise, it's hard to beat as it's right next to some upscale shopping and dining places and also very central for the sights around the city. Satisfied overall, it's a high price for a hostel. However, you do get clean rooms and bathrooms, good breakfast and friendly staff.

8/10 Good

Alexander, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thumbs up
Very good overall. High standard of facilities for a backpacker/couple in Colombo which can be hard for the value sometimes

8/10 Good

David, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Dorm Style
Best location you can get and probably the lowest price. It's half a block from the Dutch Hospital Shopping and Restaurant area. For tourists, there isn't really anything in Colombo of interest besides this area plus the adjacent Fort colonial buildings. Rooms have no windows so they are quiet and dark for sleeping but you don't want to be there during the daytime. My bed was a bottom bunk and was saggy in the middle so I think it negatively affected my sleep. Wifi worked well and the breakfast area was air conditioned during the day so you can watch tv or work on your computer. The whole place was clean. Dorm style offers the usual trade off of opportumities to get tips from other travelers but of course less privacy and comfort.