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Highbury Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

Featuring a terrace and views of garden, Highbury Colombo is a recently renovated homestay set in Colombo, 1.1 km from Milagiriya Beach.

P
Paula
From
Australia
The location is beautiful - in a leafy suburb of Colombo where the pace is gentle. The gardens are delightful and made such a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The guesthouse itself is special - open pavilion-style lounge area with an indoor courtyard letting in natural light. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well appointed. Breakfast was delicious. There's a choice of western or local breakfast, and if you feel adventurous, the hosts explain ingredients, how to prepare and eat the breakfast. It's honestly so delicious. The hosts are friendly, kind and knowledgeable. It was easy to communicate and to come and go as you need. Restaurants nearby are walking distance for lunch / dinner. It's easy for tuktuks or taxis to get you there and away as you need with attractions like Barefoot very nearby. If you're travelling alone, it's perfect - you feel safe and comfortable to spend time alone or engage with hosts and other guests as you like.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$67.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays

Colombo

Featuring city views, Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays features accommodation with balcony, around 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

F
Forsyth
From
Oman
An exceptionally clean and spacious room in a quiet and green area outside Colombo. The bed and pillows were lovely and comfortable, which made for a restful night. There was a fridge and small kitchen area in the room, with a kettle, cups, plates, and basic utensils. The room had a TV, fan, and air conditioner. The bathroom is modern, with a lovely hot and cold walk-in shower. Soap and shampoo were provided. There was a large lounge and dining area separate to the sleeping area, available for my use. There was also a lovely veranda / balcony off the bedroom, with a table and 2 chairs to sit on. Gayathri was friendly and welcoming, and we had a lovely discussion upon my arrival. Breakfast is provided, but I left too early in the morning to enjoy this lovely addition.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$44.55
1 night, 2 adults
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Leisure home

Colombo

Set within 5.7 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 9 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure home provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

M
Matej
From
Canada
Madu and her son are great people. We received big smiles and exceptional service from both of them. Their home is in a quiet location, not far from local shops and restaurants. Everything nice and clean. Delicious breakfast thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$20.70
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Riccardo
From
Hong Kong
Amazing experience living for a day in this dream house. Excellent service and unique ambience.
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
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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.

N
Nali
From
Poland
A true gem! This boutique hotel exceeded all expectations. The interior design is absolutely stunning. Every detail, from the furniture to the lighting, reflects a perfect balance between modern comfort and timeless local charm. The staff were exceptional – warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. From check-in to check-out, the service was flawless. It felt like staying with friends who truly care about your experience. I can’t recommend this place enough – a beautifully curated space with outstanding hospitality. I’ll definitely be coming back if have a chance!
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
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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.

A
Ayda
From
Canada
The room, the staff, the hospitality, the interior design of the room, the comfy bed, the ambience, the quiteness, the neighbourhood....
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
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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.

V
Viktor
From
Ukraine
Very nice cozy place to stay. The people are very friendly and helping.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$57.75
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

N
Neera
From
Italy
Beautiful place with fast wifi. host knows better on how to treat guest.
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
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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.

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
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LUMBINI home stay

Colombo

Offering garden views, LUMBINI home stay is an accommodation set in Colombo, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 12 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

D
Dianne
From
Canada
Beautiful home surrounded by greenery. Spacious room that's well appointed and comfortable bed, mini fridge et al. The owner Rohan is lovely, friendly and helpful. Getting to the centre by tuk tuk is adventurous 🤩
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Colombo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

    Ideally set in Colombo, Regent Residencies - Colombo is a recently renovated homestay, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$61.27 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Luxe Colombo Heights offers accommodation with a rooftop pool, an indoor pool and a garden, around 1.3 km from Galle Face Beach.

    From US$133.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 759 reviews

    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.

    From US$58.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Hamsananthy senthilkumaran has a balcony and is situated in Colombo, within just 800 metres of Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and less than 1 km of Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall.

    From US$28.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3 is set 800 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 4.3 km from...

    From US$25 per night

  • Flower Road Villa

    Colombo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Kollupitiya Beach and 2.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Flower Road Villa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    From US$105 per night

  • Freedom Hut

    Colombo
    Central location

    Set within 300 metres of Bambalapitiya Beach and 1.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Freedom Hut offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Heritage Villa colombo7 offers accommodation with terrace, around 2.2 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    From US$22.42 per night

Save money on homestays in Colombo and nearby – budget options available

  • Trellis Homes

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

    Set within 50 metres of Bambalapitiya Beach and less than 1 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station in Colombo, Trellis Homes features accommodation with seating area.

    From US$25 per night

  • Visakha 6

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

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

    From US$53.34 per night

  • Tasneem Villa

    Havelock Town, Colombo
    Budget options available

    Located in Colombo with Milagiriya Beach nearby, Tasneem Villa provides accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$59.94 per night

  • Located in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 5.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 8.8 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Luna House Nawala provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony...

    From US$96.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Offering a garden and city view, Jays Guest Diyatha Waterfront is situated in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 7.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 7.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

    From US$41.82 per night

  • Villa 53

    Battaramulla
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

    Located just 10 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Villa 53 offers accommodation in Battaramulla with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security.

    From US$53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Located less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 5 km from Khan Clock Tower and 6.8 km from R Premadasa Stadium, THE WISH RESIDENCE Kollupitiya, SeaSide Next To Marino beach Hotel, Colombo 3...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

    Featuring a balcony with city views, a garden and a bar, Dolce Italia Rooms can be found in Colombo, close to Milagiriya Beach and 1.8 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

    From US$45.82 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Colombo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Set in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 8.1 km from R Premadasa Stadium and 8.5 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, The Fortress offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.3
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Offering garden views, The Sanhida Guest House Colombo is an accommodation located in Nugegoda, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 30 km from Leisure World.

    From US$7.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 9.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 2C, Baddagana Road, Pitakotte provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a...

    From US$45.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Set in Gonawala, 9.3 km from R Premadasa Stadium and 11 km from Khan Clock Tower, Tranquil at Airport Reach offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    From US$59.29 per night

  • Blackberry villa

    Colombo
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Located just 4.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Blackberry villa provides accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

  • Camilia résidence

    Gampaha
    Breakfast options

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Camilia résidence is set in Gampaha. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

  • Lake view

    Nawala
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Situated in Nawala, 5.8 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 9.2 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Lake view offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Located in Colombo, 2.1 km from Wellawatte Beach and 4.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Dees Homestay Colombo provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

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  • Colombo Orchid Villa

    Homestay in Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$38
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
    Friendly helpful Homestay, with a wonderful welcome drink. The house is beautiful, with a very comfortable room and attached shower area. Very clean and well presented
    Guest review by
    Samantha
    Solo traveller

  • Highbury Colombo

    Homestay in Havelock Town, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$132.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
    It’s a wonderful house. I didn’t realize it was a home stay, but was very grateful it was for my list night in Sri Lanka. When I walked in, music was playing and the water sounds coming from the indoor garden’s pond immediately made me feel like I had stepped out of the busy city and into an oasis. Relaxing house with lots of nooks and crannies, areas to curl up and read a book. I wish I had spent another night.
    Guest review by
    Alysse
    Solo traveller

  • Highbury Colombo

    Homestay in Havelock Town, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$132.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
    Architecture, furniture, tranquility, garden, air con, lovely hosts and amazing breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Courtney
    People with friends

  • Greenscape Colombo

    Homestay in Havelock Town, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 918 reviews
    Nice area, really comfy beds, great host
    Guest review by
    Michelle
    Young couple

  • Regent Residencies - Colombo

    Homestay in Fort, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$61.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews
    Loved staying at this home stay. The owner took me out to a supermarket and gave me all sorts of information. Would stay here again!
    Guest review by
    Marloes
    Solo traveller