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Popular hotels in Colombo

Discover well-known properties in Colombo that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,375 hotels in Colombo and price data was last updated on 28 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Colombo is €83/night.
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02, York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Strategically located in the middle of the city, this 3-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Colombo. Guests can also make the most of free internet throughout the property.
Free Wi-Fi
6.7
Good
579 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
59, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Cinnamon Red Colombo provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Colombo. It has a fitness centre, as well as an outdoor pool, an express check-in and check-out feature and a rooftop terrace.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
2625 reviews
Location
2.4 km from city centre
266, Doctor Danister De Silva Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Strategically located in the centre of the city, this 3-star hotel makes for an excellent base in Colombo. Guests can also make the most of free internet access in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.0
Good
284 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
64, Lotus Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Only two minutes from Old Parliament Building, The Galadari Hotel is set in the heart of Colombo. It also offers a sauna, an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts.
Free Wi-Fi
6.5
Good
253 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
200 Union Place, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this 5-star hotel makes for an excellent base in Colombo. It also features a Jacuzzi, an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
685 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
7, Hospital Street, Colombo 01, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Strategically located in the heart of the city, this 4-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Colombo. It offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a bar and is close to Colombo World Trade Center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1759 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
316, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Juliana Hotel Colombo is located in Colombo and provides free Wi-Fi. It is conveniently positioned for guests wishing to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
4.8
Okay
48 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
27 Ramakrishna Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Located in Colombo, Fair View Hotel Colombo is within easy reach of National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology. It is conveniently positioned for those wanting to discover the area's attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
633 reviews
Location
7.5 km from city centre
382 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
GSH Colombo is a comfortable base while visiting Colombo and is close to everything the area has to offer. It also offers meeting rooms, a 24-hour reception and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.4
Good
241 reviews
Location
7.3 km from city centre
# 40, Melbourne Avenue, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Situated amongst popular tourist attractions, boutiques and eateries, The Ocean Colombo is ideal for guests wishing to discover Colombo and its surroundings. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet access throughout the property.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
533 reviews
Location
5.2 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Colombo

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Colombo. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Colombo:€83/night
Cheapest price found:€4/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
€7 - €120
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
€68 - €129
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Colombo hotels

Browse through properties in Colombo that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,375 properties in Colombo and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Some of the very best Colombo hotels as rated by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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77, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€137
Avg. per night
No.11, Marine Drive, Colombo, Sri Lanka
6.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€43
Avg. per night
433, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€58
Avg. per night
115, C. A. Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€122
Avg. per night
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€81
Avg. per night
20, Alvis Terrace, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€114
Avg. per night
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€119
Avg. per night
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€125
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Discover affordable stays in Colombo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Colombo can be found for as low as €10 per night. There is currently one property in Colombo that can be booked for this price. Metro Port City Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Colombo. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Colombo at the moment. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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108 Kathiresan Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€10
Avg. per night
103, Kandy Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
11.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€20
Avg. per night
31/A, Clifford Place, Colombo 4, Colombo, Sri Lanka
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€26
Avg. per night
17, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€31
Avg. per night
No. 371, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
7.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€41
Avg. per night
213 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€42
Avg. per night
328 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€47
Avg. per night
102 A,Kirulapone Avenue,Baseline Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
6.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€50
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Colombo

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Colombo to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Colombo at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Hotels located in the Colombo area sorted by price and hotel class. We've also highlighted the most popular hotels and best value within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
316, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, Sri Lanka
108 Kathiresan Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3 stars
3 stars
59, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
266, Doctor Danister De Silva Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
02, York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
4 stars
4 stars +
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
€119
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
€125
433, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Other accommodations in Colombo

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2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€131
Avg. per night
77, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€137
Avg. per night
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€125
Avg. per night
#30 De Saram Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€9
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Colombo

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About Colombo

Hugging the Indian Ocean, Colombo is a sprawling city that combines colonial architecture and glistening high rises with beaches, canals and a central lake. The city’s contrasting personalities provide a range of street markets, laid-back seafood restaurants, all-night casinos and treasured religious structures.

Things to do in Colombo

Colombo lures you in with its seaside promenade Galle Face Green. This five-hectare urban park is filled with locals flying kites and selling shrimp fritters and fresh lime juice from food stalls. Stroll over to Fort, a historic neighbourhood with the towering Old Colombo Lighthouse, 17th-century Dutch Hospital and other colonial buildings.

Looking for an authentic shopping experience? Head over to Pettah Floating Market, which has 92 stalls selling food, clothing, handicrafts, electronics and other goods from boats. Prepare for even more local produce and fruit at Manning Market or visit Viharamahadevi Park on Sunday to browse local artwork for sale.

Some of Colombo’s best seafood restaurants, such as Sea Spray Restaurant and Ministry of Crab, are located along Galle Face Beach and Mt Lavinia Beach. However, you can also find street-side stalls, friendly cafes and fine-dining restaurants within the city centre. If you feel like a snack, try kothurotti, a local delicacy of rotti blended with meat, eggs, tomatoes and green chillies.

LeisureWorld Water Park is about 35 kilometres from the city centre, but this popular amusement park is worth the drive with its lazy river, racing water slides, wave pool and thrill rides. Combine fun with learning at the Museum of Traditional Puppet Art, where you can watch puppet performances and see traditional Sri Lankan puppets.

Getting around Colombo

There are numerous transport options in Colombo, but the tuk-tuks are typically the most convenient and quickest. Local buses service many neighbourhoods, while trains and long-distance buses can take you to nearby cities. Uber and taxis are more popular at night and early in the morning.

Facts about staying in Colombo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Colombo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the best place in Colombo for bars and restaurants?

    Colombo is a city that serves quality seafood straight from the Indian Ocean and nearby lakes. On Galle Main Road, you will find Floatz Pub, a popular place for seafood and drinks. If you want some Irish dishes, visit the Irish Bar & Grill, a popular destination for tourists looking for a roasted steak, beer and cocktails. Lovers of Chinese are also not left out when in Colombo. The city has the Chinese Dragon Cafe Bambalapitiya, on Milagiriya Ave, which serves a common Chinese and chef's-special menu. Hotel Drift BnB Colombo and the Hotel Mandarina Colombo are some of the hotels in Colombo located on streets with popular bars and restaurants. If you prefer accommodation in Colombo with an onsite bistro restaurant, consider the Galle Face Hotel, amongst others.

  • What is the best place for a family holiday in Colombo?

    Colombo is seen as one of the family-friendly places for holiday. If your family wants things to see in Colombo during the evening, take them to Mawatha for a night of enlightenment at the Sri Lanka Planetarium. The planetarium is one of the favourite destinations for tourists with children visiting the city. You can also treat your family to a day of fun at the Excel World Entertainment Park. The park has rides, video games, a bowling arena and a section for laser tag. Should you prefer to visit a place near the beach when the weather is hot, take a tour to Crow Island Beach Park. Where you prefer Colombo accommodation with indoor activities for fun, Colombo Court Hotel & Spa is one of the ideal hotels. If you are looking for Colombo hotels located in family-friendly neighbourhoods, consider Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo or Ellen's Place.

  • What are the best things to do and see in Colombo?

    Colombo Sri Lanka is a place for all sorts of fun-geared activities for tourists visiting the city any time of the year. Visitors coming to the country in summer have an added advantage for experiencing the outdoor fun of Colombo. One of the places popular for outdoor activities is Viharamahadevi Park. The park has spacious trails for all sorts of physical activities. If you are interested in bicycle riding or hiking around, Viharamahedevi is the place to be. Where the beach is your favourite destination, Crow Island Beach Park awaits. You can go boat riding or take a walk along the shores as you enjoy the scenery. How about a little history? The city has several museums that will shed light on the history and culture of the locals. The Earl’s Red Colombo Hotel and Metro Port City Hotel are Colombo hotels found near popular tourist sites.

  • What are the best places to stay for history and culture?

    Colombo is a popular historical city in Sri Lanka. The city has several museums and temples that capture the history and culture of the people of Sri Lanka. If you want to learn about the culture and traditions of the locals in Colombo, go to the Gangaramaya Temple. The temple has artifacts depicting the traditions of the locals. The temple is also an educational centre, serving locals and tourists to learn more about Sri Lanka. You can also visit the Colombo National Museum, which has historical artifacts for your perusal. The beaches in Colombo are also one of the places where you can learn about the marine culture of the locals, including the locals' ways of fishing. Hotels in Colombo closer to the city’s historical sites include Metro Port City Hotel and the Supun Arcade Residency, amongst others.

  • What are the best hotels in Colombo?

    8,603 reviews rated Marino Beach Colombo with an average score of 9.0/10. It may also be worth looking into the Mandarina Colombo, which received a rating of 8.2/10 from 963 reviews. Hilton Colombo Residences could also be a good option, with a score of 8.5/10 from 685 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Colombo cost?

    The average price of a hotel in Colombo is €91 per night, based on the last 3 days’ data. The average price of a 4-star hotel in Colombo around is €94 per night, whereas for a 5-star hotel it’s €136 per night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Colombo?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Colombo hotels have prices starting from as low as €6/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

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