About

If you wish to surf, do some yoga, eat great food, drink good coffee or just generally chill, Hangtime Hostel is the place for you.

The ground floor double rooms have a separate balcony, private bathroom with hot water and the option of A/C for 2000rs/night. You will always feel like you are in Sri Lanka, as the beds are made from ex Sri Lankan fishing boats. Don't worry, they have been cleaned. If the boats aren't what you fancy we also have two rooms that are a standard double room.

The 1st floor dorm rooms are separated into a 4 bed female dorm and 6 bed mixed dorms which come with AC. The combination of natural materials, old fishing rope and locally painted art on the walls which all overlook the beautiful surf beach scattered with boats give constant reminders of where you are. All dorms have private bathrooms with hot water.

The rooftop cafe/restaurant is the place to get a great barista coffee in the morning, a fresh juice or salad for lunch and sushi for dinner. The 360 degree views of the beach and jungle show the beauty of this amazing country.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Coworking Space
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

9.5Superb(562)
  • Value for Money
    9.7
  • Security
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    9.2
  • Cleanliness
    9.3
  • Staff
    9.3
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    9.6
Summary of traveller reviews

Hangtime Hostel in Weligama is praised for its fantastic location right by the beach, perfect for surfers. Guests love the delicious food at the rooftop restaurant and the friendly, helpful staff and volunteers who often organize social activities. Some recent reviews mention uncomfortable beds and noise from the street, while a few older reviews noted issues with cleanliness and bedbugs.

Stayed in Aug 2026
8.0
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Leanne
Female, 41+, England
Loved having my own plug socket, lamp and curtain around the bed. Staff were friendly. Perfect location for surfing.
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.4
N
Natalie-Anna
Female, 25-30, Czech Republic
Hangtime has a special place in my heart and I keep coming back. I love the atmosphere, it's super chill vibes and there is always something to do, great to socialize, do yoga, join the open mic or go to a party. Plus they have a nice cafe with a forefront view of the sea 🌊 A great upgrade from the last year is new big comfy beds that now have privacy curtains ✨ Already excited to come back again 🥰
Stayed in Apr 2026
10
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Anonymous
Male, 25-30, India
Absolutely love the hostel, would definitely visit again!
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Location

No.540 Weligama Bypass Road, Weligama, Sri Lanka
0.9km from city centre