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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.

Mats

From

Sweden

A lovely, excuisite design and architecture experience

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

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US$418

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Aanchal

From

India

The location is great, it feels like a resort in the city, it's beautifully done, the staff is polite, the attention to detail is mind blowing and the food was the best we had.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews

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US$130

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Holger

From

Germany

This place is an oasis in Colombo. We just had one overnight after our arrival at Colombo airport. It’s about 45min from the airport (wo. traffic jam). The interieur and garden area of the boutique hotel is really nice. The staff was very friendly and supportive. The Sri Lankan breakfast is a recommendation.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

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US$85

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

ainura

From

Kyrgyzstan

Super friendly staff and the most adorable dog! The room was exactly like the photos, very neat, clean and had a lot of storage space. All the facilities were in place and in perfect condition. The location is also quite nice with grocery shops, restaurants and bakeries nearby. We stayed here for 10 days and everything was perfect)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 697 reviews

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US$54.75

1 night, 2 adults

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COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre

Colombo

Located within 15 km of R Premadasa Stadium and 16 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

Perera

From

Australia

The place was clean, cozy and convenient access from all directions. Definitely a real Sri Lankan experience!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Price from

US$23

1 night, 2 adults

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IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo

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

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

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US$79.20

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Claudius

From

Germany

Comfy bed, quite neighborhood but walking distance to centre. Next to Gangaramaya temple and a nice lake. Personnel was very helpful and went out of their way to support and help. Kalindu, Nigel and derryl did an amazing work at answering every question, giving travel advice (I stayed longer then planned!) And in general being very warm hearted. Would come again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 807 reviews

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US$59.94

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Kerry

From

South Africa

Big room and very comfortable. Nice bathroom too.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 reviews

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US$32.45

1 night, 2 adults

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Visakha 6

Colombo

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

Jérôme

From

France

We stayed one night at Visakha 6 while transiting in Colombo. The room was small, but very clean, actually even better than in the pictures. The shower was great, wi-fi and A/C worked well, there was also drinking water available. We are greatful to mr Benjamin for a late check-in, nice breakfast and a warm welcome. Great place for a short stay.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews

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US$45.87

1 night, 2 adults

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Leisure Villa

Colombo

Situated within 7.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 12 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure Villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

Amy

From

New Zealand

Great little place. Funky common area to hang around in with a good little kitchen area.. the room had great AC, was very clean. I loved the bathrobe, very nice touch. The hosts are lovely and very helpful. They had great recommendations for local food places, train station and even dropped me off nearby. Lovely stay

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

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US$27

1 night, 2 adults

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