About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Backpackers GuestHouse Trincomalee in Trincomalee offers a terrace and free WiFi. Guests enjoy city views, outdoor furniture, and an outdoor dining area. Modern Amenities: Each room features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, free toiletries, and tiled floors. Air-conditioning ensures a pleasant stay. Convenient Facilities: The guest house provides a shared kitchen, picnic area, bicycle parking, car hire, tour desk, and luggage storage. Additional services include a paid airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, and tour desk. Nearby Attractions: Uppuveli Beach is less than 1 km away, Trincomalee Railway Station is an 8-minute walk, and Kali Kovil is 1.5 km from the property. China Bay Airport is 9 km distant. Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
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Despoina93
Greece“Nice room although our bed was not so big. Everything was clean. There is a shared kitchen where you can sit and relax a bit, it was empty most of the time.”- Emma
United Kingdom“The shared kitchen was great and the room and bathroom were very nice. Great place to stay for the price. Location is in the middle of many beaches but a short tuktuk drive away from all of them - they do offer this from the place though :)” - Urban
Slovenia“The host really keeps the shared kitchen and other shared space clean. Considering the price you get maybe even a little bit better than expected.” - Amy
China“Great place to stay in Trinco town. Angelo is an excellent host. Room is new and very clean. Communal kitchen is great. Cheap laundry service available and pick up and drop off.” - Joseph United Kingdom“Clean room with everything you need and all the facilities, all for a good price. Angelo was very helpful and accommodating.”
- Shatheesan
Australia“Great value for the money, safe area , clean property and nice staff. You can walk to the town beach, bakery and liquor store , if you wanna go to ales garden for a night out you can get a pick me tuk tuk it’s only 5 minutes drive away” - Anonymous
Sri Lanka“Staff amazing, room very clean and beautiful. I highly recommend this hostel !!” - Anonymous United Kingdom“Extremely helpful and friendly staff, eager to support your time in Trincomalee with local advice. Brand new fittings and bathroom worked perfectly. Great value for money.”
- Gaspard
France“Excellent rapport qualité prix pour un court séjour, l’emplacement est très central et proche de la plage” 
Dmytro
Ukraine“I stayed here with my wife for a few nights and we really enjoyed it. The room itself was simple, not very big, but clean and had just enough space with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The real highlight though was the shared...”
Host Information
8.8
Host review score
Welcome to Backpackers Guesthouse Trincomalee. Discover your perfect getaway at our charming guesthouse, nestled in a safe and convenient location right in Trincomalee town. Occupying the upstairs portion of our family home, this dedicated 6-bedroom guest space offers privacy and comfort for your stay, which also comes with a kitchen with Fridge and a Dining table for you have your take away meal at home. Furthermore, you'll appreciate the ease of access to local transport, with Trinco train station and bus stops just a short walk away. For those seeking sun and sand, Trinco Town Beach is a quick 5-minute drive, while the serene beauty of Ales Garden Beach is just 10 minutes away. We are happy to help you hire scooters or bicycle if you need them. Scooter parking available. Guesthouse is located close to all the amenities. Restaurants, Supermarkets and Bakeries are only a few minutes' walk. The guest house
comes with a terrace on the 2nd floor with BBQ grill and outdoor Furnitures.
The hosts (husband and wife - a retired school Principal and teacher) live downstairs and are always happy to offer a friendly face and local insights, ensuring your stay is as comfortable and memorable as possible. While our son in Australia helps manage your bookings, our trusted friend Angelo is on-site to assist with anything you need during your stay. We look forward to sharing our slice of Trincomalee paradise with you!
Welcome to our guesthouse in beautiful Trincomalee! We are your hosts, a retired school principal and a retired primary school teacher, who have dedicated our lives to nurturing and supporting others. With our children happily settled in Australia, we now find immense joy in opening our home to travellers from around the world. We live downstairs and are always happy to offer a friendly face and local insights, ensuring your stay is as comfortable and memorable as possible. While our son in Australia helps manage your bookings, our trusted friend Angelo is on-site to assist with anything you need during your stay. We look forward to sharing our slice of Trincomalee paradise with you!
Our guesthouse is ideally situated in the heart of Trincomalee town, renowned for being one of the safest and most welcoming neighbourhoods in the area. You'll find yourself immersed in a truly local, yet highly tourist-friendly, environment.
The location offers unparalleled convenience for exploring all that Trincomalee has to offer. We are just a comfortable walking distance from the Trinco Train Station and major bus stops, making arrival and onward travel incredibly easy. For added peace of mind, a police station, ATM, Supermarket are also located nearby.
Step outside and you'll immediately discover a vibrant array of local amenities. Within a short stroll, you'll find numerous restaurants and bakeries, perfect for enjoying a delicious and authentically priced Sri Lankan breakfast or a quick, tasty meal at local prices. From fresh-baked goods to savoury curries, the culinary delights of Trincomalee are right at your fingertips. Supermarkets and other essential shops are also close by, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.
This is a neighbourhood where you can truly experience the rhythm of SriLankan life, interact with friendly locals, and feel completely at ease!
Language spoken: English
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House rules
Backpackers GuestHouse Trincomalee takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Backpackers GuestHouse Trincomalee in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
