Helena Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationNo 07, Hiriketiya Road, DickwellaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, food and service.
9.443Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at No 07, Hiriketiya Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Convenient Location Near Beautiful Beaches
Helena Hostel, nestled in Dickwella, is a perfect retreat just steps away from Hiriketiya Beach and Dickwella Beach. With easy access to Bathigama Beach and attractions like Hummanaya Blow Hole and Weherahena Buddhist Temple, our location offers the best of coastal living.
Comfortable Accommodation and Friendly Service
Our hostel features cozy units with a seating area, private bathrooms, and premium bed linen for a relaxing stay. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a garden to unwind, and complimentary private parking. Let our attentive staff assist you with airport transfers and car rental services.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Garden
- Laundry
- Airport shuttle
- Car hire
- Private parking
Rooms
9.4
Top rated
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 43 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.7
- Rooms9.1
- Amenities9.2
- Value9.1
- Food & drink9.7
Guests mention
Great locationAmazing foodFriendly hosts
ManuelSpainMuy cómodo en general, buena cama con mosquitera y ventilador. Trato muy amable por parte de los dueños. Excelente ubicación. Para repetir.
Nada que comentar.
PaulaLKDie Hostel Hosts waren super nett! Wir haben uns super wohl in dem Schlafsaal gefühlt und uns richtig gut mit unseren Zimmer Nachbarn verstanden. Die Lage war ebenfalls perfekt. Gerne wieder:)
CatherineFranceUn petit dortoir pour jeunes
L'accueil des propriétaires, la bonne humeur des jeunes dans le dortoir très coloré, le petit déjeuner.
J'avais réservé pour deux nuits et je n'ai eu aucun mal à annuler sur place la deuxième nuit.
Difficulté à trouver…
FrancescaUnited KingdomThe location is right between dickwella and hiriketiya beach. Breakfast is deocious and hosts are so lovely
The hosts are so lovely, Nelani was so kind.
KLKI really liked my stay at Helena Hostel. The location was really good, with a 10 minute walking distance to the beach. It was a bit hot at night, but I got used to it, so it didn't bother me that much. Helena and her…
AntoniaGreeceSuperb
Although fast my stay at helenas hostel was wonderful, Helena was very helpful and I felt like part of a family the location is very good just 5mins from the beach!
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated February 2026.
Where you’ll be
No 07, Hiriketiya Road, Dickwella
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Helena Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Helena Hostel?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Helena Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Helena Hostel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Helena Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Helena Hostel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Helena Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Helena Hostel?
No 07, Hiriketiya Road, Dickwella.
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