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STRAND, BY BAREFOOT BACKPACKERS HOSTEL HIRIKETIYA & AHANGAMA
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RELAXED SOCIAL HOSTEL 🌴✨
Created by the team behind Barefoot Backpackers Hostel, Strand offers the same social atmosphere, daily activities and community feeling in a different setting just 2 minutes from Hiriketiya Beach

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

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

  • Age Restriction
  • Taxes Included
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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

9.8Superb(152)
  • Value for Money
    9.8
  • Security
    9.9
  • Atmosphere
    9.8
  • Cleanliness
    9.7
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.9
  • Facilities
    9.6
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.

Stayed in Sept 2026
10
R
Rider
Male, 25-30, US Virgin Islands
Had a wonderful stay, will come again. :)
Stayed in Sept 2026
10
J
Jonty
Male, 25-30, Australia
The volunteers/reps were easily one of the best parts of my stay. Lily, Leo, Sarah and Domenica were all incredibly welcoming, social and genuinely made an effort to get everyone involved and having a good time. A special mention to Lily, who was absolutely amazing throughout my stay. She had such good energy, was always friendly and approachable, and really helped make the hostel feel fun and welcoming. All four of them did a great job creating such a good atmosphere.
Stayed in Sept 2026
9.4
H
Hussein
Male, 25-30, Lebanon
Amazing place, great people, very warm and friendly ambiance, huge thanks and appreciation for the hosts Leonnie, Lily and Hayden. Made everything better and easier
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Location

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