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Reviews of Tanty’s Hostel

384 Matara Road Magalle Galle, 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka

#21 of 105 hotels in Galle

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Review score

Based on 175 hostel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.0

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  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    9.0
    Great value. Strong fans over each bed. A safe. Exceptional Kitchen facilities.Washing machine.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    no breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    9.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of mosquitos at night time but I have not been bitten as there is mosquito net on bed. Bring insect repellent.

    Booked 2 nights in female dorm and ended up staying extra day. Location is 2km to Galle fort and 3km to Unawatuna. Right on main road (Matara Road), bus stop opposite in front. 3 supermarkets nearby, Dewata beach and Sahana beach within walking distance. Spacious dorms and clean toilets and showers. Big kitchen with gas stove for cooking, microwave, fridge, free water refill (hot and cold). There is washing machine (500 rupees for one wash). Excellent value for money.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    8.0
    Well equipped and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilets and showers are down a steel staircase from the bedrooms. Should consider a little disinfestation of their grounds and use of anti-mosquito plugs: the amount of insects is way above the average of the area around the place.

    Extra wide and comfortable bed and pillow, with nice bed sheets. Very clean. Good showers. Lovely garden. Great common areas. Well equipped kitchen. Individual bed fans did the job in absence of A/C

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Perfect Stay Near Magalle Beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I stayed in a dormitory room near Magalle Beach and my experience was absolutely perfect. The location is excellent—just a short walk to the beach. The room had everything I needed for a comfortable stay: a personal fan, personal plug points, and individual reading lights for each bed, which made it very convenient. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully arranged. The atmosphere was friendly and relaxed, making it a great place to meet other travelers. I highly recommend this guesthouse and would definitely stay here again!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the best hostels I've ever been to. I booked for 2 nights and stayed for a week. The kitchen has everything you need, the beds are big and comfortable, and everything is clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    9.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s hard to find the stuffs

    The please is just in the main road but yet very secluded from the busy city. It’s very cozy and had a big recreation room and kitchen and dining area. I also love the garden

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean. Love the common area. Superrrr comfortable for solo travellers!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful place to stay at Galle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing notable

    Spacious kitchen and living room with all required amenities. Really good if you are traveling in a group.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having kitcen was good.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mosquitos were hard to deal with. The mosquito nets had holes in them, and they were not washed for quite some time. The hammock was dirty :( I wanted to lie on the hammock and read, but it looked very dirty with dead leaves and aged rain water.

    It was very easy to reach and on the main road, but we were not affected by the bustling city. Loved the shared kitchen, it was fully equipped and we had the luxury of using electric appliances which are not very common in hostels like a blender, rice cooker and fridges. Laundry is available with an additional charge. The hostel has shared restrooms that were cleaned every morning. The common area had a variety of games and a tv. The staff was helpful and checked up on us frequently, especially the manager, Hansi was very kind and helpful. I based myself here as all the southern coast beaches until matara was a quick bus ride away (30 mins to mirissa being the longest bus journey). It was affordable and had great value for the price.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location with all amenities and all major locations are nearby. Dewata beach is nearby and great place to learn surfing

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Fantastic experience at Tanty's Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I stayed there for 2 nights in April 2025 and had a lovely time there. The beds are comfortable in a big dorm with individual ventilators, mosquito nets, and cupboards. In addition, there are many common facilities including a very big and fully equipped kitchen. At walking distance, there are restaurants, a beach, and a supermarket to get some groceries. Galle's station is 10 minutes away with PickMe/Uber. Highly recommend it.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    8.0
    Good affordable for solo travelers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy to find place location just next to the bus station. The staff were really good and polite. The best part is you will get a big open kitchen and you can cook on your own.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't think of anything, I was at the dormitory,,,

    The mattress, facilities to cook, lounge, exercise, very satisfied with the overall experience 🙂

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Plenty of facilities and only a short walk from a beginner surfing spot, good place to stay and learn to surf nearby

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2025

    8.0
    Dobry na
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Wi-Fi was often very slow and sometimes stopped working completely.

    The hostel is located very close to the beach. In the nearby area, you can find two supermarkets and many places to eat. It has a nice atmosphere and a very helpful staff.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2025

    10
    amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great commonarea, 1 Hammock, all possible games you can imagine. Great friendly owner and staff. Great location if you want to surf at Dewata Beach, just 3 mins walk.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    10
    Spacious, quite and clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The room was really big so it was not so hot like when you rent smaller rooms. There’s also an A/C and a fan. I was working remotely and it was super comfortable, as you get a table and lots of stave around. Though it’s near the main road, it is quite. Clean, friendly stuff and nice kitchen that you can use. Near the hostel you get a big supermarket and also cafes near the beach.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No small lights for each bed. Alot of mosquitos at the location (bed had net tho so it was okey)

    One of the best hostels I have stayed at in this country. The beds were huuuge - double beds. You got towel, linen. It was a big hall where you could eat, play games and hang out with people. Location was perfect, walking distance to everything. Every bed had its own fan so it was nice. Everyone had a locker each, and it was drying racks in the room.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic place I didn't want to leave!! Amazing stuff, clean rooms and bathrooms, lots of amenities!!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2025

    10
    Don’t think twice🎈💯😋
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to the beach,very kind owner and amazing place to stay.I participated yoga as well and that was a great experience.As a solo traveler I recommend this place💯

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing value for money! It’s a very comfortable hostel, with a huge hang out area with a kitchen, and only a few minutes away by Tuktuk or bus from Galle Fort. The bed has little privacy and can get a bit hot at night, but the net and the fan on the bed kind of solves these issues. The showers are one of the best I had in Sri Lanka, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Even though I only stayed one night, they allowed me to keep my stuff here and use the bathroom, which was very convenient. Really recommend!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    9.0
    Atypical, interesting hostel, good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only little inconvenience, the bathrooms being downstairs...but compensated by their cleanliness!

    The location (bus stop just in front, easy to get anywhere for a few rupees). The spacious 8 ladies dorm with high wooden ceiling and floor, big lockers, comfortable bed with individual light, socket, fan and mosquito netting! The huge lounge and dining area, the shared kitchen. Also the staff of 3, speaking little English but always on hand to help, to clean...

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2025

    9.0
    Great space and staff by the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great space, kitchen, free water & tea. Pretty garden. Nice owners& staff. Location is ideal! My shower was not always hot, but the value is amazing and I would not hesitate to stay again!

    Stayed in January 2025

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