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Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11

Colombo

Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

R
Ravindra
From
India
Everything! This was on my bucket list for a very long time. Spending a night in the very house that the legend Geoffrey Bawa lived & worked was in itself a moving experience. Beautifully maintained by the trust. Every corner, every piece of furniture & art has a story to tell. Staff is wonderful & breakfast was delicious. Can't wait to return to Colombo & stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$440
1 night, 2 adults

Aathma Colombo House

Colombo

Set in Colombo on a private peninsula by the banks of the historic Diyawanna Lake, Aathma Colombo House provides accommodation with a garden.

Y
Ylia
From
Belarus
Amazing hotel! A piece of the jungle in the city center! Monkeys, squirrels, parrots and many more) Everything is so beautiful and authentic. Very welcoming and friendly staff❤️‍🔥 They met and served a welcome drink. We took a room with a jacuzzi, a fabulous room. The room includes slippers, bathrobes, hairdryer, beach towels in a basket and an umbrella. Great pool. Breakfast and dinner were requested in the room. Amazingly delicious breakfast, the hotel cooks delicious food. I’m just in love with this hotel 💔 I will definitely stay there again. Thank you very much to the entire team of this hotel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$117
1 night, 2 adults

55TG Boutique Suites

Colombo

Located in the suburbs of Colombo city, 55TG Boutique Suites offers an authentic home stay experience in a two story 1920's period house with a garden, outdoor pavilion, living room and a lounge.

M
Michal
From
Israel
An amazing place with a great heart. lots of beautiful arts and crafts, the swimming pool was perfect, the room was very convenient and well designed, and last but definitely not least - the team!! They organised a birthday breakfast celebration for us and helped us in any possible way. Thanks a lot! We are very grateful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

Sayura House

Wellawatte, Colombo

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Sayura House offers accommodation in Colombo, 3.5 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital. Free private parking is available on site.

v
van Laarhoven
From
Singapore
Staff were lovely, welcoming and very helpful. Great place for a layover in Colombo or longer. The hotel was very accommodating and helped us with our onward travels to the south as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$57.75
1 night, 2 adults

Motel VIP

Wellawatte, Colombo

Set within 800 metres of Wellawatte Beach and 2.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station in Colombo, Motel VIP provides accommodation with seating area.

a
amanda
From
Switzerland
excellent place. convenient for all travels. service is best. Mr janak who the owner treated guest with friendly manner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$21.25
1 night, 2 adults

IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo

A recently renovated property, IGN Residence Colombo is situated in Colombo near Bambalapitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery.

J
Janis
From
Germany
Looking for history without kitsch I discovered this discrete Guesthouse . Away from the crowds of Colombo, the spacious room and antique charm gave me a fantastic rest after exploring Sri Lanka’s capital. With all the qualities of a classic hotel I could enjoy style and comfort while maintaining the privacy of home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location 10.0
Price from
US$79.20
1 night, 2 adults

The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4

Colombo

Boasting inner courtyard views, The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4 features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

J
Jaap
From
Netherlands
The location is excellent. The room was exactly what we need: spacy, clean, all the equipment that we always need. A hot water electric kettle, coffee, tea, sugar, milk, including two bottles of water. A working refrigerator. Excellent bath room with hot water. Air conditioning. WiFi worked well. Excellent European breakfast. Very friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

City Stay By Sunrise

Colombo

Situated in Colombo, 1.5 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 3.9 km from Khan Clock Tower, City Stay By Sunrise features city views and free WiFi.

A
Alisa
From
Russia
that was our second room, more large, everything was great in it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 759 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$33.70
1 night, 2 adults

Greenscape Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

Greenscape Colombo offers free bikes, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in Colombo, 1.6 km from Milagiriya Beach.

S
Sri
From
Sri Lanka
I stay lots of property for me this is the best for your peaceful sleep. Actually before allowing me they informed me clearly check out time but I sleep until noon time i respect him because gentleman behaviour he’s excused me and talk with smiley face thank you very much sir
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 918 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
US$33.24
1 night, 2 adults

Visakha 6

Colombo

Located in Colombo, near Milagiriya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery, Visakha 6 features a shared lounge.

B
Bryony
From
Indonesia
Speedy response from owner, good location, very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$42.67
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: US$30.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
    The best night sleep in deceptively comfortable beds. Beautiful decor, an abundance of plant life. Relaxing and charming property. Friendly, warm and wonderful host Quiet neighbourhood
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    Vandura
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