About

We're Lucky U found us! Surrounded by jungle and rice fields and just 5 tuktuk-minutes from the beach you find the social hostel for backpackers, by backpackers. After seeing the insides of hundreds of hostels on all continents and experiencing the beauty (and the slightly less charming sides), we said: Let's build our own dream place!

We can talk endlessly about this process, the sick architecture or the great people who helped create this place (feel free to ask us!!). But staying here is not about that, but about finding friends for life. Just like one of us on the first solo trip through South America; going to a hostel in Rio de Janeiro, meeting the most amazing people, staying together for months and later meeting again in London, Amsterdam, Tokyo, Medellin, Ahangama and much more. That's the privilege of traveling and that's why we'll do everything we can to make connections that last long after U left us.

And of course we offer:

- The coldest drinks
- The most beautiful pool
- Social activities every day
- A bar to hang out
- A restaurant & Family Dinner
- A garden full of games
- The most awesome views, surrounded by jungle and rice fields
- Sri Lanka's best mattresses and a curtain

And we are always there to tell U where to book a tour, go surfing, eat, drink or listen to your life story.

Sorry for the essay, here are the practical things:

- Check-in times: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Check-out times: until 11:00 AM
- Breakfast & Lunch available
- Family Dinner every other night

Treat your eyes and check out our pictures, read a few reviews and come join us. We are Lucky to have U.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Credit Cards Not Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Coworking Space
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
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Reviews

9.7Superb(69)
  • Value for Money
    9.8
  • Security
    9.9
  • Atmosphere
    9.7
  • Cleanliness
    9.9
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    9.7
Summary of traveller reviews

Lucky U in Ahangama offers a beautiful, modern, and exceptionally clean stay with a fantastic pool and friendly, helpful staff. It's a social hub perfect for meeting fellow travellers, though some find it a bit far from the main attractions.

Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Callum
Male, 25-30, Wales
Great hostel with a really friendly atmosphere. The staff were welcoming, it was easy to meet other travellers, and everything was kept clean. Good location and a great place to stay if you’re exploring the area. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed in Apr 2026
10
F
Fiona
Female, 18-24, England
Stunningly beautiful hostel, amazing, kind and helpful staff!
Stayed in Apr 2026
9.7
A
Anonymous
Female, 25-30, Australia
Probably the cleanest hostel I’ve ever stayed at, and the rooms / beds are really spacious. Met some great people - Loved it here 💗
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Location

Olaganduwa Junction, Ahangama, Sri Lanka
1.9km from city centre