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Here is a quick list of hotels in Colombo, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Zylan Colombo |
8.8 / 10 (543 Reviews) |
From 65$ | |
| Capital Villa |
6.7 / 10 (8 Reviews) |
From 300$ | |
| Colombo Villa |
8.9 / 10 (243 Reviews) |
From 230$ | |
| Occazia Residence |
8.8 / 10 (41 Reviews) |
From 85$ | |
| Colombo Residence |
7.7 / 10 (58 Reviews) |
From 70$ |
When travelling to Colombo, deciding on the right stay is important to enjoy the trip to its fullest. There are various accommodation options available depending on the budget and preferences. One of the options that you should consider is a lodge. This blog post provides the reasons why you should choose a lodge when travelling to Colombo.
The most important reason for choosing a lodge is the comfort that it offers. Lodges provide a warm, homely atmosphere, something which many luxury hotels lack. Many lodges have a common area for the guests to get together for a chat or play some games. This helps to create a community atmosphere and offers a chance to get to know the locals.
Another great benefit of staying at a lodge is its price. When compared to big luxury hotels, lodges are much cheaper and will cost you much less than the hotel room. Also, lodges often come with a fully-furnished kitchen where you can cook your own food without having to spend too much money. This will save a few additional bucks which you can use to explore the city.
The last and a major benefit of staying in a lodge is the close proximity to the attractions. Most of the lodges are located near the major attractions in the city and getting around will be much easier. This means you can save a lot of time which otherwise would be spent on travelling.
The benefits of choosing a lodge for your stay in Colombo is clear. Not only do you get the chance to meet locals, you also get to save some money and time. So the next time you’re planning a trip to Colombo, don’t forget to consider a lodge stay.
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The 8-room Zylan Luxury Villa is situated in Colombo, within 10 minutes' drive away from for PW and 10 minutes' drive from Bally's Casino. Featuring free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a sunbathing terrace, the upscale villa offers accommodation in the Cinnamon Gardens district.
The property is located in the very heart of Colombo, few steps from House of Fashions. This upscale villa is a 20-minute walk from the centre of Colombo. The nearby Baker's Choice Cafe is approximately a 5-minute walk away. Zylan Luxury Villa is set around a 20-minute stroll from National Museum of Colombo. The Colombo accommodation is within 4 km from Narahenpita railway station.
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Capital Villa is set in Colombo, a 20-minute stroll from the modern Diyatha Uyana Park and 4.8 km from Boralesgamuwa Lake. Free parking, a rooftop terrace and a private swimming pool are available in this property, as well as dry cleaning and ironing.
Such major Colombo sights including Ape Gama Heritage Museum are also located nearby. Guests will enjoy dishes of Sri Lankan cuisine served in Lavinia Bakers, which is around 5 minutes' walk away. The villa is set 7 km from Sri Sambodhi Maha Viharaya Studio. The nearest train station is Narahenpita, 8 km from Capital Villa.
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The 7-room Colombo Villa At Cambridge Place is located around a 10-minute stroll from High Commission of Malaysia and offers quick access to National Museum of Colombo. Providing a free car park, a sun deck and a year-round outdoor pool, the accommodation also features Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Situated in the Cinnamon Gardens district, this Colombo villa right next to Lionel Wendt Theatre and a walk from the Historic Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. Nestled in the heart of Colombo, the property lies 4.9 km away from Narahenpita train station. Guests can savour Sri Lankan dishes in The Commons located 250 metres away. Colombo Villa At Cambridge Place is in walking distance from Liberty plaze bus station.
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Located about a 25-minute stroll from the engaging Traditional Puppet Art Museum, the 3-bedroom Occazia Residence offers rooms with city views. Guests can take advantage of shuttle service, laundry and housekeeping as well as WiFi in public areas.
Isipathanarama Temple lies within 5 minutes' drive away from this accommodation. The 1-bathroom villa is set 3 km from the centre of Colombo. 5 minutes' walk from the Colombo property, a street food restaurant serves a variety of Chinese specialities. You can get to Ashokaramaya Buddhist Temple 5 minutes by car. Narahenpita train station is located within 3.7 km away from this Colombo villa.
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Colombo Residence is located 2.5 km away from the national monument "Independence Memorial Hall" and 2.9 km away from the modern Diyatha Uyana Park. Offering a free car park, a sunbathing terrace and a golf course, the villa is situated in the Borella district, 0.5 km from Kelaniya airport.
This accommodation is about 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Colombo. Such major Colombo sights including Rajagiriya are also located nearby. You can get to Pettah Floating Market approximately a 10-minute ride away. Colombo Residence is only 400 metres away from Castle Street bus stop and 2.8 km away from Narahenpita train station.
Hotels in Colombo
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Bentota River Seaplane Base, Bandaranaike International, Victoria Reservoir SPB, Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane, Kelaniya |
| Rating 🏅 | 38 |
| Colombo Hotels 🛎️ | 529 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Maligawatta, New Bazaar, Pettah |
| Min Price 💸 | 7$ |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Zylan Colombo |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Capital Villa |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Colombo Villa |
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Angam Villa is situated at a 7 km distance from R Premadasa Stadium and 5 minutes by car from the Landscaped Diyatha Uyana Waterfront Park. This Colombo villa provides a free carpark, an outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace.
The centre of Colombo can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Dislin Restaurant offers Indian specialities and lies nearly 12 minutes' walk away. This accommodation is set 25 minutes on foot from Rajagiriya. The nearest train station is Narahenpita and it is at a 6 km distance from Angam Villa.
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Lesuire Stay
From 28$
The 1-bedroom Lesuire Stay is 25 minutes' walk from Water World Lanka, and Arangala is nearly a 25-minute stroll away. The property is approximately 325 square metres in size.
This Colombo villa is set approximately a 15-minute drive from Ape Gama Heritage Museum. Narahenpita train station is located 20 minutes by car from the Colombo accommodation.
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Mount Lavinia Bus Stand is a 10-minute stroll from the 2-bedroom Seeya'S Villa, Your Home Away From Home, while the public Weras Ganga Park is about 10 minutes' drive from here. The villa also comes with a fully furnished kitchen, which is equipped with a fridge, a kettle and kitchenware.
The beach is 5 minutes' walk away. The seafood restaurant The Angler is only minutes away from this 3-bathroom villa. Popular points of interest close to the Colombo property include Our Turtle Conservation Project. Seeya'S Villa, Your Home Away From Home is at an 11 km distance from Narahenpita train station.
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Ishq Colombo
From 296$
Navarangahala is a mere 550 metres away from the 4-bedroom Ishq Colombo Villa, while Seema Malaka Temple is at a 2 km distance from here. A fully equipped kitchen with a microwave oven, an electric kettle and fridges is included at this Colombo villa so that guests can cook for themselves.
The centre of Colombo can be reached within a 30-minute walk. The nearby Chocoholicslk is approximately a 5-minute walk away. This property is set 10 minutes' drive from Galle Face Green. Narahenpita train station is within 6 km from Ishq Colombo Villa.
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Vathila Freedom Nest
From 18$
The 3-bedroom Vathila Freedom Nest Villa is situated in Colombo, 0.8 km from Rajagiriya Obesekarapura Walawwa and approximately 10 minutes by car from R Premadasa Stadium. A kitchen with a microwave, an electric kettle and fridges is included at this Colombo villa so that guests can cook for themselves.
The accommodation is a property in Colombo, not far from the performing arts theater "Namel Malini Punchi Theatre". The 1-bathroom villa is 1 km from the heart of Colombo. Such major Colombo sights including Royal Colombo Golf Club are also located nearby. Vathila Freedom Nest Villa is set 20 minutes on foot from Independence Square. The Colombo property is within a short walking distance to Castle Street bus stop.
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Alankara Villa
From 141$
The 6-room Alankara Villa offers accommodation around a 25-minute stroll from Diyatha Uyana, while Sri Lankan Parliament Building is 600 metres away. The property comprises 6 rooms.
The villa is in the very heart of Colombo and Ape Gama Heritage Museum is nearby. The Colombo accommodation boasts a convenient location 8 km from Narahenpita train station. Serving guests Asian dishes, Red Orchids Pelawatta is merely a 10-minute walk away. Alankara Villa is set about a 15-minute drive from Kalutara Bodhiya. Pelawatte bus stop can be found just a 10-minute walk away.