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STRAND, BY BAREFOOT BACKPACKERS HOSTEL HIRIKETIYA & AHANGAMA
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PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING OUR HOSTEL 💥

WHO IS STRAND HOSTEL FOR? 🌴✨
We welcome solo backpackers, couples and very small groups of up to 3 friends booking together. Booking with multiple reservations to bypass this rule is not allowed and will be cancelled by us.

Created by the team behind Barefoot Backpackers, Strand shares the same social vibe and community feeling, but in a bigger setting that welcomes a wider mix of travellers. Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple or with a few friends, there’s room for you here.

Located just a 2-minute walk from Hiriketiya Beach, Strand is the perfect base to enjoy the beach, meet fellow travellers and make the most of your time in Hiriketiya.

WHO WILL LIKE IT HERE 💛
💫 You are a fun & social backpacker who like to meet other people through daily activities organized by the hostel and enjoy being VERY close to the beach

WHO THIS HOSTEL IS NOT FOR 🚫
💫 You are looking for a party hostel
💫 You are looking for a quiet or private stay away from other backpackers
💫 You don’t want to join any social activities
💫 You are a co-working or work-focused backpacker

IMPORTANT 💥
💫 Check-in: 14:00–20:00
💫 Check-out: 08:00–11:00
💫 Quiet hours: 23:00–07:00
💫 Airconditioning hours: 18:00–11:00
💫 No guest kitchen: all day brunch & coffee available at reception
💫 Cancellation Policy: 1 day minimum (24 hours) before arrival date (not check in time)

READY TO JOIN? 🌟
Looking for a social hostel on the beach with daily activities? Strand by Barefoot Backpackers Hostel, Hiriketiya Beach is your place for sure!

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 20:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
  • Age restriction

    Aged 18 to 40 at check-in

  • No children
  • No curfew
  • Smoking

    Anywhere

  • No pets
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Luggage Storage
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Security Lockers
  • 24 Hour Security
  • Common Room
  • Linen Included
  • Air Conditioning
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Reviews

9.6Superb(196)
  • Value for Money
    9.7
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    9.6
  • Cleanliness
    9.5
  • Staff
    9.7
  • Location
    9.8
  • Facilities
    9.5
Summary of traveller reviews

Strand by Barefoot Backpackers Hostel in Hiriketiya is a highly social and clean hostel, praised for its fantastic location just steps from the beach. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and welcoming staff and social hosts who organise numerous daily activities, making it easy to meet fellow travellers. It's particularly well-suited for solo travellers and those seeking a vibrant social atmosphere.

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Stayed in Oct 2026
10
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Alex
Male, 18-24, Australia
really social, great fun and acom is nice
Stayed in Oct 2026
10
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Nora
Female, 18-24, Norway
Loved it here! Would strongly reccomend! Good vibes and lots of things to do!
Stayed in Oct 2026
9.1
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Deirdre
Female, 25-30, Ireland
A really great location, right by the beach, with some nice food spots nearby too! There's a really nice, social atmosphere and loads of chances to meet people via hostel activities which is great as a solo traveller. Shoutout to the social hosts, especially Sophie, for being so welcoming and friendly!
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Location

Hiriketiya Road, Nilwella/Dikwella, Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka
0.3km from city centre