drivethru Hostel Polhena

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.6

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Drivethru Hostel Polhena in Polhena offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and tiled floors. Each room includes a shower, ensuring a pleasant stay. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property also features an outdoor seating area and bicycle parking for added convenience. Convenient Services: The hostel provides a paid shuttle service, daily housekeeping, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include yoga classes and film nights, catering to diverse interests. Prime Location: Located 18 mi from Koggala Airport, Polhena Beach is a 7-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Weherahena Buddhist Temple (5 mi) and Galle Fort (28 mi). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and delicious breakfast.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Anna
Australia Australia
“Place was very clean, and beautifully designed. The pool is amazing.”
Sven
Indonesia Indonesia
“Very clean and modern hostel. Offers a big common area with a nice pool and ping pong table. Beds are comfortable and offer privacy. Breakfast consists of different fruits with oats, eggs or hoppers and is a welcomed variation to dhal...”
Ralph
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I had a fantastic stay at Drivethru Hostel, with a big thanks to Rusi, the manager. His excellent English really helped, especially his tips on moped rentals and surf lessons. He's clued up on all the local hotspots. The hostel is brilliant -...”
Thomas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The place was perfect for me. Staff were all very welcoming and friendly and my room was spotless. They’ve done a great job building the place and the skatepark next door. Lots of spaces to chill with friends or have some peace and quiet alone,...”
Huber
Germany Germany
“Everything was brand new. And super clean. The manager was really nice and pushing social projects in the area. I can really recommend the place. There is a beautiful skatepark around the corner if you are interested in such things.”
Raaqib
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The place was nice and so was the operating manager Rusiru, he was a great guy and supportive. Rooms were also clean and tidy. There were additional games like table tennis.”
Nele
Germany Germany
“Super nice new Hostel, so everything super clean and comfortable right now. Spacious dorm, private bed. Breakfast was amazing (porridge+fruit and also bread+veggies, could have both). I was alone due to the new opening, but looked like a nice...”
Vukovic
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Clean, pleasant, easygoing, away from the hustle and bustle but within an easy reach of it.”
Kacper
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Amazing local breakfast served for the whole community. Beautiful house. Friendly staff. Affordable prices.”
Jennifer
Germany Germany
“super nice villa which invites you to relax and take a fresh dip in the pool. the staff is amazing and helpful with any wishes you may have. you will enjoy a lovely breakfast.”

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.