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The best cheap hotels in Colombo

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 800 reviews

    Overlooking the Indian Ocean and Beira Lake, Hilton Colombo Hotel offers direct access to Colombo’s World Trade Centre. It features an outdoor pool, 24-hour business centre and 10 dining outlets.

    From US$125.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,455 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Colombo, Zest Metropole offers free WiFi, a fitness centre and free private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$135.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,611 reviews

    Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology is set in Colombo, 700 metres from Khan Clock Tower and 2.4 km from U.S. Embassy. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

    From US$146.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 993 reviews

    Strategically located in the heart of the central business district in Colombo, The Steuart by Citrus offers comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property.

    From US$78.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviews

    Cinnamon Lakeside is located along the banks of Beira Lake in Colombo, 10 minutes’ drive from Crescat Boulevard shopping mall. It features 9 dining options and a full-service health club.

    From US$102.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Nuwa Sri Lanka at City of Dreams offers 5-star accommodation in Colombo and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurant.

    From US$222.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews

    This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, boasts a spa and a saltwater pool with sun loungers that faces the vast Indian Ocean.

    From US$159.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,101 reviews

    Situated in Colombo, 1.3 km from Galle Face Beach, City Hotel Colombo 02 features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$50.60 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

    Dutch Heritage Colombo offers rooms with free WiFi throughout the property in the centre of Colombo, 600 metres from Galle Face Beach.

    From US$68.58 per night

  • Urban Deck

    Fort, Colombo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 596 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Colombo, Urban Deck offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$36.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,938 reviews

    Well set in Colombo, C 1 Colombo Fort provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From US$47.67 per night

  • Thilhara Colombo

    Colombo
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Thilhara Colombo offers accommodation in Colombo. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

    From US$63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 182 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$81.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Colombo, 1.7 km from Galle Face Beach and 3.1 km from Khan Clock Tower, Stylish 2-Bedroom Trizen Retreat in Prime Location offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free...

    From US$127.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews

    Located in Colombo, 1.7 km from Khan Clock Tower, Golden Pier City Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$88.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Golden Residencies - Colombo - 3 Bed Apartment is located in Colombo.

    From US$47.15 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Set in Slave Island and only 700 metres from Galle Face Beach, Sofia's Luxury Seaview Central Colombo Apartment offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$239.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Luxury apartment in capital twinpeaks colombo is situated in Slave Island.

    From US$98.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located in Colombo, Next to an Indian Ocean provides accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews

    Situated in Colombo, 1.6 km from Galle Face Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Colombo features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

    From US$133.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

    Located within 2 km of Galle Face Beach and 3.1 km of Khan Clock Tower, Colombo Trizen J&J future Apart ment provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    From US$135.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Situated in Colombo, 2 km from Galle Face Beach and 3.2 km from Khan Clock Tower, Trizen Amber 2-Bedroom Apartment with Free WIFI offers a garden and air conditioning.

    From US$165 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, SkyHaus is situated in Colombo. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge.

    From US$222 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

    Situated in Colombo, 1.9 km from Galle Face Beach and 3.1 km from Khan Clock Tower, Colombo, Trizen Luxury Apartments, Sri Lanka features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a rooftop pool...

    From US$66.60 per night

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  • Four Petals Inn

    Cheap hotel in Wellawatte, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$27.75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
    The location was very easy and has a very beautiful view. Very clean, very affordable. A perfect stay for a couple. We loved our stay and the staff is very welcoming.
    Guest review by
    Nashwa
    Young couple

  • City Hotel Colombo 02

    Cheap hotel in Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$50.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,101 reviews
    Despite its unassuming appearance, this hotel in Colombo boasts a conveniently central location, providing all essential amenities for a brief stay in town. The staff is exceptional, and the WiFi quality is commendable. While it lacks scenic views, it's an ideal budget-friendly choice for practical travelers.
    Guest review by
    Nissoka
    Solo traveller

  • VIBE Colombo

    Cheap hotel in Kollupitiya, Colombo
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
    Great spot! Lovely building in a good location (walking distance to a supermarket and a good base to explore Colombo by foot or cheap tuktuk). Very clean room and ensuite bathroom. Lovely rooftop with nice view. Use of the washing machine, kettle, fridge. Our host was welcoming, delightfully kind and so very helpful. You get a lot for a small price at this place. Highly recommended!
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    Family with young children

  • Zest Metropole

    Cheap hotel in Fort, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$135.70
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,455 reviews
    A very nice hotel, ideal location, very clean, spacious rooms with a very nice, polite kind and very professional team, reception, cleaning and catering. I would especially like to thank: - Chamelee - Alifa - Gamini - Sathsara for their welcome, smile and help, they are magnificent, I advise you to keep this great team.
    Guest review by
    Ayari
    Young couple

  • MaRadha Colombo

    Cheap hotel in Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$259.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,073 reviews
    Lovely modern hotel overlooking the sea. Pool on the 9th floor small but very nice and cold beers went down well. Rooms were spacious, comfortable, well equipped, very clean and great bathroom. We loved the location - few cheap and cheerful street food/chea fun eating places and shops nearby and the lovely Barefoot cafe and shop round the corner. But very easy access to the centre of the city, Galle Face, markets, train station via tuk tuk for very little money.
    Guest review by
    Helen
    Young couple

  • Marino Beach Colombo

    Cheap hotel in Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$98.32
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 10,225 reviews
    This place is great, perfect location for everything you would want to see in Colombo and if you have Uber can get to places very easily and for very little money(a lot cheaper than flagging down random tuk tuks) Hotel rooms are modern and very clean. The rooftop pool/jacuzzis are a vibe, great for relaxing and all staff super friendly and accommodating.
    Guest review by
    Jake
    Solo traveller