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Property Description
Seconds Hostel - Colombo is the only boutique hostel in the residential area of Colombo with all-in-one comfort:
-refreshing jacuzzi pool
-artisan homegrown coffees and teas
-cafe & restaurant that caters to meat lovers/ vegetarian/ gluten-free/ dairy-free
-laundry facilities
-board games and outdoor garden & lounges
-Fresh fruit and vegetable market, grocery, ATMs, bus halts, pharmacies, police stations, cafes & local diners are all within the same block!
Seconds Hostel has stood the test of time in the past 8 years, taking on the role to provide a home away from home for travelers from all walks of life and forge indelible friendships. Here's how the story of love began:
In 2015, a Sri Lankan boy started renting one bed at a time while working in a bank. With the determination to bring the world to his doorsteps, he quit the job and reinvested every penny into upgrading the castle.
When the Corona Monster invaded the country in 2020, many were so frightened that they turned foreigners away; greed drove some businesses
to jack up the prices for the stranded tourists. The boy stunned the world by doing the exact opposite - he lowered the prices to cover the basic cost
and even lent money to the foreigners who were stuck in his country involuntarily. He toiled 20 hours a day to ensure the safety and comfort
of 26 people during the three-month intense lockdown. His good deed eventually rewarded him nothing more precious than the encounter
with the love of his life on the historic Ella-Kandy train.
Little did he know, had she ( a world-record long distance skater in the US) reached the station seconds early or seconds late, they never would have met. Together, they rebranded and further developed the hostel with the goal to make every guest feel at home.
***Property Policies***
Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.
Check in from 13:00 to 23:00.
Check out before 12:00 noon.
Payment upon arrival by cash.
Taxes included.
Breakfast not included.
No curfew.
-refreshing jacuzzi pool
-artisan homegrown coffees and teas
-cafe & restaurant that caters to meat lovers/ vegetarian/ gluten-free/ dairy-free
-laundry facilities
-board games and outdoor garden & lounges
-Fresh fruit and vegetable market, grocery, ATMs, bus halts, pharmacies, police stations, cafes & local diners are all within the same block!
Seconds Hostel has stood the test of time in the past 8 years, taking on the role to provide a home away from home for travelers from all walks of life and forge indelible friendships. Here's how the story of love began:
In 2015, a Sri Lankan boy started renting one bed at a time while working in a bank. With the determination to bring the world to his doorsteps, he quit the job and reinvested every penny into upgrading the castle.
When the Corona Monster invaded the country in 2020, many were so frightened that they turned foreigners away; greed drove some businesses
to jack up the prices for the stranded tourists. The boy stunned the world by doing the exact opposite - he lowered the prices to cover the basic cost
and even lent money to the foreigners who were stuck in his country involuntarily. He toiled 20 hours a day to ensure the safety and comfort
of 26 people during the three-month intense lockdown. His good deed eventually rewarded him nothing more precious than the encounter
with the love of his life on the historic Ella-Kandy train.
Little did he know, had she ( a world-record long distance skater in the US) reached the station seconds early or seconds late, they never would have met. Together, they rebranded and further developed the hostel with the goal to make every guest feel at home.
***Property Policies***
Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.
Check in from 13:00 to 23:00.
Check out before 12:00 noon.
Payment upon arrival by cash.
Taxes included.
Breakfast not included.
No curfew.
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Latest Reviews
Oct 01, 2024
Ideal hostel to base yourself at the start or end of your trip, being only an hour away from the airport. Chilled place, with reasonably priced food and drink. Pool is a massive bonus. Would highly recommend
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Sep 17, 2024
Dorms were kept clean but the bathroom was less hygienic. but good value for the price
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Sep 06, 2024
I loved my stay at Clics! It has a lovely calm atmosphere and everyone was super friendly and helpful. The cowork space was perfect. It’s not the most social hostel due to it being pretty small and also a cowork, but if you want some peace and quiet with lovely people it’s a great place to stay :)
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Facilities
Free
- Free Parking
- Free City Maps
- Free WiFi
- Free Internet Access
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General
- Bicycle Parking
- Adaptors
- Covid-19 safe
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Services
- Luggage Storage
- 24 Hour Reception
- ATM
- Shuttle Bus
- Parking
- Housekeeping
Entertainment
- Internet access
- Book Exchange
- Board Games
- Wi-Fi
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
- Bar
- BBQ
- Meals Available
- Cafe
- Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
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Kitchen
- Self-Catering Facilities
- Cooker
- Fridge/Freezer
- Utensils
- Microwave
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Laundry
- Laundry Facilities
- Washing Machine
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Wellness
- Swimming Pool
- Hot Showers
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
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Outdoors
- Outdoor Terrace
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Safety & Security
- Security Lockers
- 24 Hour Security
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Social Areas
- Common Room
Bedroom
- Linen Included
- Air Conditioning
- Reading Light
- Hair Dryers
- Ceiling fan
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Available for a Fee
- Bicycle Hire
- Towels for hire
- Breakfast Not Included
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