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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 $194/night.
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48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Set in the heart of Colombo, this hotel features an on-site casino as well as an infinity pool. There is also a gym with an infinity pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1174 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Housed in a 19th-century property in Colombo, Galle Face Hotel combines an old-world feel with contemporary amenities, including a swimming pool, a saltwater swimming pool and a private beach. This modern hotel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
974 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
1 Galle Face, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Strategically located in the middle of the city, this 5-star hotel makes for an excellent base in Colombo. Guests also have exclusive access to the on-site CHI, The Spa and Health Club.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
967 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Centrally situated, Hilton Colombo Hotel allows for easy access to Colombo's main hot spots. This 5-star hotel offers views of Beira Lake, plus a sauna, an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
502 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Strategically located in the centre of the city, this 5-star hotel makes for an ideal base in Colombo. It also offers an outdoor pool, body treatments and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
384 reviews
Location
1.0 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
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
631 reviews
Location
7.5 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
24 Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Movenpick Hotel Colombo is located in Colombo and is close to the area's popular attractions. It also features an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
393 reviews
Location
2.2 km from city centre
No. 36-38, Clifford Place, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The hotel is located in Colombo and features free Wi-Fi. There is also a fitness centre with a rooftop terrace, a treadmill and an infinity pool.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
358 reviews
Location
5.6 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:March
Most expensive month:February
Average price in Colombo:$194/night
Cheapest price found:$20/night
Cheapest day:Friday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$149 - $228
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$171 - $239
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.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in Colombo. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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77, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$227
Avg. per night
No.11, Marine Drive, Colombo, Sri Lanka
6.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$71
Avg. per night
45, Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$72
Avg. per night
433, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$97
Avg. per night
457 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$17
Avg. per night
46 Hospital Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
115, C. A. Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$202
Avg. per night
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$134
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 $14 per night. There is currently one property in Colombo that can be booked for this price. Thambili Island @ Stubbs is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Colombo. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in Colombo for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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No. 1a, Stubbs Place, Colombo, Sri Lanka
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$14
Avg. per night
108 Kathiresan Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$17
Avg. per night
37 Mudalige Mawatha Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
30, W.A. Silva Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
6.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
35/8A, Meegahawatte Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$29
Avg. per night
103, Kandy Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
11.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$33
Avg. per night
316, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$35
Avg. per night
02, York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
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.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Colombo. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
37 Mudalige Mawatha Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
46 Hospital Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
108 Kathiresan Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
3 stars
3 stars
59, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
27 Ramakrishna Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
02, York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
4 stars
4 stars +
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
77, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
433, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Other accommodations in Colombo

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46 Hospital Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
#30 De Saram Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$15
Avg. per night
2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Colombo, Sri Lanka
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$218
Avg. per night
77, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$227
Avg. per night
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$208
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?

    Marino Beach Colombo, rated with a score of 9.0 from 8,592 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Colombo. Other top stays include Granbell Hotel Colombo, with an average rating of 8.6 from 4,191 reviewers, and The Kingsbury Colombo, with a score of 8.3 from 1,174 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Fort Railway Station?

    Reviews of The Kingsbury Colombo recommend it as a good place to stay near Fort Railway Station, scoring 8.3/10 from 1,174 ratings.

  • How much do hotels in Colombo cost?

    Hotels in Colombo cost an average of $138/night according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours. A 4- or 5-star hotel in Colombo had higher average prices of $159/night and $182/night, respectively.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Colombo?

    Over the last 3 days, Colombo hotels have been found for as cheap as $11/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

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