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  • 5/5 Clémence G. 1 year ago on Google
    Everything went so good, people are all so kind and friendly! As soon as you arrive you are already part of the family, best place to spend time in Sri Lanka.

  • 5/5 Ali K. 11 months ago on Google
    AMAZING experience! We originally booked for two nights and ended up staying almost two weeks!!! The staff became family and will help you with ANYTHING you need It's a minute walk to our favorite surf spot in Ahangama called Zion and is in such a good location. So easy to meet people if you're a solo traveller - we were a couple and stayed in the private AC room and it was everything we wanted and needed plus more. HIGHLY recommend and I'll be back again!!!

  • 5/5 Meriem A. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the best time here! I can’t recommend this place enough! This is an amazing place where you will make friends and feel like part of a big family! This place made me feel at home when I was far from home. Gee and the rest of the staff are always willing to help and are super smiley. The atmosphere is incredible! I come here as a solo traveler and left with friends from all over the world! Ahangama is one of the best places to stay in south and this hostel always have fun events and activities to do during the week! If you are coming to Sri Lanka, don’t miss out on staying here ❤️

  • 5/5 kate h. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Hostel I’ve stayed in. Facilities are great, location is also great and the atmosphere is incredible. I can’t recommend this place enough!! If you stay I guarantee you will want to extend your stay

  • 5/5 Jessica L. 1 year ago on Google
    This hostel feels like home ❤️ there is always something happening here like beach trips, excursions, parties, family dinners, pool tournaments and more. The chillest vibes and everybody that stays here is so friendly and feels like family. Don’t miss this hostel when you’re in the south.

  • 3/5 Martino F. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere, a chill place where you will easily meet new people. It looks a bit like a party place but my feeling is they meet and then party somewhere else. I spent one night but I am not surprised at all that most of the guests they stay finally longer they planned If I give them 3 stars it’s because the day we were there they painted the common area (which is nice!) and it was impossible to stay, also we stayed in a really basic room and even outside of the room it was bad chemically smelling I wouldn’t ever pay that much for the room but maybe worth if you are willing to meet people

  • 5/5 Alex 1 year ago on Google
    What an amazing place, from the first day you get here you feel welcomed into the family. They have a brand new pool table and bar for hanging out and also organize parties to local bars. The Owner Gee is amazing and is a local so if anything comes up he always has a answer for you. Would highly recommend!!

  • 5/5 Markus S. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing Hostel and the perfect mix of relaxing/surfing/partying. The location in Ahangama is perfect, as you are basically in the middle of everything: Surf-beaches, restaurants, party places etc. There are activities every day (yoga, pool tournament etc.) and the owner does a legendary job in creating a family atmosphere. The whole staff is lovely and does everything to help you in case it's needed. Check this place out when you are around. Everything else would be a big mistake. I will be back for sure!! Thanks for the great time guys

  • 5/5 Hanna B. 1 year ago on Google
    There’s no hostel that even compares to this one. You come as a guest and leave as family. During my stay here I met the most amazing people from all over the world, had the best family dinners and experienced a lot more… Yoyo’s is a very social place where everyone does a lot of activities together and goes out together which makes it easy to get to know a lot of people. Gee and his family are the ones that put so much love and effort in this place. They are always there if you need anything. I had the mot unforgettable time here! I will not forget this place <3

  • 5/5 Jomana M. 1 year ago on Google
    Staying at YoYos during my time in the south of Sri Lanka was the best decision ever! This place is full of love, fun and great people - the owner Gee is one of the best people you’ll ever meet. He is not only a fantastic host but also such a great bro and drinking buddy. Seriously, you won’t regret coming to this hostel, if you’d love to meet fun people, play some pool, go surfing or do yoga. It’s a vibe 🫶🏼

  • 5/5 Molly E. 2 years ago on Google
    Best hostel I have stayed in for years! Perfect place to meet people very social I extended my stay twice! The owner G is so helpful and lovely and has created a really cool place with good vibes There are activities in the evening and family dinner was a highlight. Great location to explore the area for all the surfing beaches but mainly really lovely people, everyone made good friends

  • 5/5 Rory M. 1 year ago on Google
    Had such an amazing time staying here! Great vibes and walking distance to a really good surf spot!! Have a nice pool table and chill area with tasty cocktails, there is always something to do - will definitely come back 😁 Also really enjoyed the yoga class!!

  • 5/5 Drunk P. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing new place in Ahangama. Owners are super chill. Amazing garden to chill. Walking distance to surf spot... Definitely gonna be back soon.

  • 5/5 Marcos M. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful experience at the YoYo hostel. Very friendly & pleasant atmosphere. Awesome!

  • 5/5 Damitha Kaushalya B E. 2 years ago on Google
    It’s not the typical holiday getaway. You have an awesome beach like next door but still you don’t feel like going out. It’s a different kinda vibe there. In love with this place.

  • 5/5 Tamara D. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to stay! Cozy, clean, great location with surfing beaches nearby. Had a chance to attend their party and have a beautiful sunset session. Thank’s to hosts for helping us)

  • 5/5 Anna A. 2 years ago on Google
    Very perfect Hostel! Actually I wanted to stay only one night and it have become clear more, because I felt so comfortable here. The owner really knows how to bring people together. We have all done a lot together and in the evening went together to the party or relaxed chatted in the garden. The hostel is very clean and the beds are very comfortable. Absolutely recommend and I will definitely come back!

  • 5/5 Steffen K. 1 year ago on Google
    The owner Gee is the nicest guy. Basically everyday there is some sort of event happening at the Hostel so you can connect to other people. If I ever come back I will definitely stay here again.

  • 5/5 Adrienn H. 2 years ago on Google
    This was the best hostel in Sri Lanka for me. At the beginning I had the pleasure to be there as a volunteer & afterwards I stayed couple of days also as a guest because I love the whole atmosphere so much! The garden is wonderful with the hammocks. We had everyday breakfast all together, I must say if you go there you will free that you are a part of a lovely family. The doorms are nice&cosy and the private room is excellent. If you don’t know what to do around the area, you can just check the activity board and they offer yoga at the morning, surfing together, playing board, card or drinking games at the afternoon and then at the evening parties all together if you feel like. Also there are books at the chill area with the bean bags if you feel like having a relaxed day. And also the beach is next to the hostel. I must say I have never met an owner like Gee, he is always there to help, he is super funny & kind man! Thank you so much for making me feel like home! I will definitely return one day!


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