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Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring a private entrance, the guest house allows guests to maintain their privacy. It is a real experience to stay here in Bawa's city home. Dear Rohana makes sure that everyone feels at home. Thank you!

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9.8
Exceptional
146 reviews
Price from
US$410
per night

The property is located 7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 7 km from U.S. Embassy and 8 km from Khan Clock Tower. Arcade Independence Square is 4 km away and Sinhalese Sports Club is 4.1 km from the guest house. Beautiful property in every way ; beautifully furnished ; exceptional staff ; exceptional location overlooking the lake in peace and tranquility .

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9.6
Exceptional
309 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

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. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Great place to stay at with really courteous and helpful staff. The rooms are quite spacious. The restaurant had great Italian food albeit it being a bit on the expensive side. Overall, it was a great experience staying here.

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9
Superb
149 reviews
Price from
US$50
per night

The units in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet, guest rooms at 55TG Boutique Suites have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms have a seating area. The rooms have a desk. Certain units include a kitchenette, dining, and a washing machine facilities. Lovely property, quiet location, great facilities and perfect for a short tuk tuk ride to the city centre.

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9.2
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

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.

Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. We were fortunate to stay in one of the newly refurbished rooms with a separate shower room. The decor was stylish and contemporary. Good wifi, very comfortable bed, and very quiet even though our door opened on to the main courtyard where guests gathered to relax or eat. Our room and facilities were spotlessly clean, and the toiletries were high quality. Our concierge was extremely helpful, setting us up with the PickMe app so we could access cheap, reliable tuktuks, and recommending a great local restaurant where we could sample authentic Sri Lankan food. The whole property has a lovely ambience, relaxed and friendly. There are three breakfast options available, and there is also a rooftop restaurant (Poke 65) which serves poke salad bowls, Italian dishes and several other options. The waterfront is 100m away, and Colombo centre is about 350LKR by tuktuk (approx $2AUD). A lovely boutique hotel and great value for money.

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9.4
Superb
678 reviews
Price from
US$65.87
per night

The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bath. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and river views is offered in every unit. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. Staying at this hotel was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. it truly felt like home, thanks to their warm and genuine hospitality. I have traveled many times and stayed in numerous hotels, but none have matched the comfort and care I found here. A heartfelt thanks to the owner, Mr. Shane, the manager, Sisira, and the entire staff, who went above and beyond to take care of me, especially when I was unwell. Their kindness and attentiveness made all the difference. The food is absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and prepared with so much attention to detail. The rooms are spotlessly clean, neat, and designed to provide maximum comfort. The environment is stunning, especially with the serene riverside view that adds so much charm and peace to the stay. What impressed me further was the reasonable pricing, which is more than justified for the exceptional service and experience they provide. For me, this place has become more than just a hotel—it’s my second home. Whenever I return to Sri Lanka, I won’t be looking for another place to stay, because I’ve already found the perfect one. 💖

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

The air-conditioned guest house consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a toaster and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some fruits. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and ironing service. 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.

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9.7
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

Situated in Battaramulla, 10 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Studio 33 features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. Featuring a garden, the property is located within 11 km of Khan Clock Tower. Sinhalese Sports Club is 6.9 km from the guest house and National Art Gallery is 7.4 km away. Everything was on point. Exceeded my expectations

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9.2
Superb
42 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

At the guest house, every unit has a desk. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. The units include a wardrobe.

St Anthony's Church is 43 km from the guest house, while Sinhalese Sports Club is 5.9 km away. I love the family environment and the kindness and availability from Nilu and his son. I totally recommend it.

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9.1
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

At the guest house, each unit comes with a desk. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels.

The guest house offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch and high tea. I’ve stayed here many times, and it’s always been excellent. Everything is well-maintained, and Uncle Gunaratna’s hospitality is unmatched. Highly recommend this place for a comfortable and welcoming stay!

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9.3
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

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