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Here is a quick list of Guest Houses in Colombo, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Sunrise Boutique Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (83 Reviews) |
From 29$ | |
55Tg Boutique Suites |
9.0 / 10 (91 Reviews) |
From 72$ | |
Visakha 6 Hotel |
9.1 / 10 (93 Reviews) |
From 43$ | |
Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3 Hotel |
8.9 / 10 (73 Reviews) |
From 27$ | |
Drop Inn Hostels |
8.3 / 10 (483 Reviews) |
From 22$ |
It's not uncommon for people travelling to Colombo to feel overwhelmed when deciding where to stay. From traditional hotels to boutique guest houses, there are numerous choices available. But why choose a guest house when you're heading out to Sri Lanka's capital? In this article, I'll be examining the benefits of staying in a guest house while travelling to Colombo.
The first advantage of choosing a guest house when travelling to Colombo is the friendly service and warm Sri Lankan hospitality. Unlike traditional hotels, guest houses are run by local families, so you'll enjoy a sense of personal connection that you don't get in larger establishments. Plus, the staff are often more than happy to offer tips on the best local attractions and activities, and can offer far more information about the culture and customs of the country than the often anonymous staff of a hotel.
In addition to receiving helpful advice from the staff, choosing a guest house when travelling to Colombo can provide you with an authentic Sri Lankan experience. Guest houses are often situated in residential areas and visitors can take in the local culture, including the distinctive cuisine and traditional music, right in their own neighbourhood. It's also an ideal opportunity to pick up unique souvenirs and gifts to bring home.
Finally, guest houses can offer excellent value for your money. Due to the competitive nature of the industry, Sri Lankan guest houses often provide competitively priced rooms, with amenities like air conditioning, TV and Wi-Fi. This can often make them the more budget-friendly option when attempting to find a place to stay.
So the next time you're travelling to Colombo, keep in mind that guest houses offer an excellent combination of friendly service and Sri Lankan hospitality, authentic experiences and excellent value for your money. And when it comes to choosing the best place to stay, don't just limit yourself to traditional hotels, consider trying out a guest house instead!.
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Sunrise Boutique Hotel
From 29$
This 4-star Sunrise Boutique Hotel Colombo is set 3.8 km away from Thimbirigasyaya and at 7 km distance from R Premadasa Stadium. Guests will have access to a parking on site for added convenience.
Sunrise Boutique Hotel lies in the Wellawatte district of Colombo, 10 minutes by car from Narahenpita station. The guest house is 3 km away from the centre of Colombo. You can easily find the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" within 6 km from this Colombo property. Kirulapona Market bus stop is located in 650 metres away.
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55Tg Boutique Suites
From 72$
Featuring Wi Fi throughout the property, this 4-star 55Tg Boutique Suites Colombo offers accommodation in 25 minutes' stroll from the running Dehiwala Zoological Garden. There is housekeeping and ironing available at the guest house.
The centre of Colombo can be reached within a 25-minute walk. The 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" is within minutes from this Colombo hotel, while Kirulapona Market bus stop is within 500 metres away. Also, the property is 25 minutes' stroll of Independence Square, while Narahenpita is placed 3.5 km away.
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Visakha 6 Hotel
From 43$
Visakha 6 Hotel Colombo is set about a 5-minute walk to Majmaul Khairath Jumma Masjid and 6 km to Khan Clock Tower. This guest house offers Wi Fi throughout the property.
The accommodation is located just 5 minutes' stroll of Majestic City Shopping Mall, 10 minutes' drive from Narahenpita train station. The hotel is 3 km away from the centre of Colombo. Guests of the property can get to for PW, which is nearly a 15-minute stroll away. The nearest bus stop Bambalapitiya Milagiriya halt is in 50 metres away.
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Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3 Hotel
From 27$
Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3 Hotel is set 2.4 km to Thimbirigasyaya and 10 minutes' drive away from Central Bank Currency Museum. Boasting a laundry room, dry cleaning and housekeeping service, the guest house also provides guests with a photocopy machine and a work desk.
For PW is not very far away, while Narahenpita station is a 10-minute ride from the property. The hotel is located 30 minutes' walk from the centre of Colombo. A 10-minute drive takes you to Galle Face Green. Kollupitiya Marino Mall halt bus stop is situated a short way from Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3 Hotel.
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Drop Inn Hostels
From 22$
Drop Inn Colombo is a 2-star property located around a 10-minute drive from Thimbirigasyaya.
Independence Square is a popular place to visit in 10 minutes' ride from Drop Inn. Guests can reach the centre of Colombo within 20 minutes' walk. Also, the inn is about a 10-minute ride from National Museum of Colombo, and Narahenpita is placed 2.9 km away. This Colombo hotel is located 0.5 km from Ratmalana Air Force Base airport and only a short drive from Kirulapona Market bus stop.
Hotels in Colombo
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Sunrise Boutique Hotel |
Top Hotel for couples 💑 | 55Tg Boutique Suites |
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Visakha 6 Hotel |
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City Beds - The Regent
From 50$
This 2-star City Beds - The Regent Hotel is situated in the Fort district of Colombo, 20 minutes' drive from Kelaniya airport. Guests will have access to a parking onsite for added convenience.
The guest house is located nearly a 7-minute walk to Colombo Rowing Club and just 7 minutes' walk to Bally's Casino. This Colombo hotel is in 5 minutes' walk from Bank of Ceylon Tower and at 2.9 km distance from the public Viharamahadevi Park. Visit Beira Lake, 5 minutes by foot from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Sri Lanka. City Beds - The Regent Hotel is situated at a medium distance from Pettah Floating Market, and Central bus station lies about a 10-minute walk away. The nearest train station, Narahenpita, is within 8 km away.
Guest Houses in Colombo With Parking
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Lilac By Seclusion
From 47$
This 3-star Lilac By Seclusion Hotel Colombo is set about a 16-minute walk from National Museum of Colombo and 2.4 km from Bellagio Colombo Casino. The low-budget guest house has views of the city and features Wi Fi throughout the property.
The property lies in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, 6 km of Narahenpita station. The city centre is about 30 minutes on foot. There is Viharamahadevi Park about a 16-minute walk away, while Thummulla Roundabout bus station at a near distance from this Colombo hotel.
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Thambili Island @ Stubbs Hotel
From 9$
Thambili Island @ Stubbs Hotel Colombo offers 2-star accommodation approximately 18 minutes' walk of Isipathanarama Temple. Located at 6 km distance from the restored Khan Clock Tower, this guest house features 32 rooms with views over the garden.
The property is nestled in the heart of Colombo, within 4.1 km to Narahenpita train station. Raux Brothers is 5 minutes' walk from the hotel and Dehiwala Zoological Garden is nearly 10 minutes' ride away. Bambalapitiya flats halt bus stop lies 10 minutes' stroll away.
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Leisure Villa
From 25$
Providing guests with bicycle rentals, Leisure Villa Colombo is located within 10 minutes' ride from Dehiwala Zoological Garden. The guest house is a good starting point to Colombo's sights including Pet Shop and Paramadharmawardhanaramaya.
Situated in a garden, this Colombo property is around a 25-minute walk of Weras Ganga Park. Attidiya Bird Sanctuary Wildlife Refuge is also located 2.5 km to the hotel. Guests will find themselves at 8 km distance from Narahenpita station. The nearest airport Ratmalana Air Force Base is 0.5 km from Leisure Villa.
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Villa Blanco
From 62$
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, this 3-star Villa Blanco Colombo offers accommodation in 25 minutes' walk of the landscaped Dehiwala Zoological Garden. The boutique guest house is located in the heart of Colombo, 20 minutes' ride from Narahenpita train station.
Kalutara Bodhiya is a popular place to visit 10 minutes' ride away from the property. The beach is a 5-minute stroll from this Colombo hotel. Nearby attractions include the scenic Mount Lavinia Beach. Mount Lavinia Stand bus station can be found at 850 metres of Villa Blanco, and Buddhist Center is set around 5 minutes by car.
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Geoffrey Bawa'S Home Number 11
From 175$
This 5-star Geoffrey Bawa'S Home Number 11 enjoys a prime location and provides easy access to National Museum of Colombo 1.1 km away. The guest house features WiFi in public areas and a parking on site.
The property is set in the Bambalapitiya district of Colombo, within a 10-minute ride from Narahenpita train station. A 14-minute walk will take you to Nelum Pokuna Performing Arts Theatre. There is Pettah Floating Market approximately 10 minutes by car, while Thummulla Roundabout bus station not very far from this Colombo hotel. Ratmalana Air Force Base airport can be reached in just a 20-minute drive.
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Yoho Ocean Studios
From 19$
Comprising 7 rooms, the 3-star Yoho Ocean Studios Colombo is a 10-minute ride from National Museum of Colombo. Guests who stay in this Colombo guest house can park their car on site.
The budget property is located in 6 minutes' stroll of Bellagio Colombo, 10 minutes' drive from Narahenpita train station. Thimbirigasyaya is in vicinity of the hotel, while Kollupitiya Junction halt bus stop is 200 metres away. Viharamahadevi Park lies about 10 minutes' ride away. Due to its location 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport, it will take about 15 minutes' drive to get there.
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Rosmead Place By Thilanka
From 74$
This 4-star Rosmead Place By Thilanka Hotel is placed in an entertainment area of Colombo, just 14 minutes on foot from Excel World Entertainment Park and in a 10-minute drive from Independence Square. Boasting airport shuttles and ironing, the guest house also provides guests with a desk and a xerox.
The property is set in the Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo, 4.8 km from Narahenpita station. A 15-minute walk will take you into the centre of Colombo. This Colombo hotel is located in gardens. Rosmead Place By Thilanka Hotel is a couple of blocks away from Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. Town Hall bus stop is 250 metres to the accommodation.
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Blackout Boutique Hotel
From 30$
Situated in the Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo, Blackout Boutique Hotel offers quick access to Kelaniya airport within 20 minutes' drive. This Colombo guest house also includes a parking.
Set 450 metres to Borella All Saints Church, the property is in 15 minutes' stroll of National Museum of Colombo. A stroll of 20 minutes will take guests to Independence Square. Thimbirigasyaya is 20 minutes on foot from this Colombo hotel, and Narahenpita is situated around 10 minutes' drive away. The bus stop Town Hall is located only a short distance from Blackout Boutique Hotel.
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Greenscape Colombo
From 37$
Greenscape Colombo Hotel is set nearly 25 minutes' walk of for PW and within 6 km to R Premadasa Stadium. This guest house offers 24-hour front desk assistance, laundry facilities and ironing.
Located a short walk to Ashokaramaya, the accommodation is sited in the Havelock Town district. You can reach the centre of Colombo in 20 minutes on foot. This hotel is set 3.3 km of the running Dehiwala Zoological Garden. Greenscape Colombo Hotel is within 3.1 km from Narahenpita train station, while Ratmalana Air Force Base airport is 20 minutes' drive away.
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Colombo Gardens Guest House
From 23$
Colombo Gardens Guest House offers 6 rooms 4.1 km to St Anthony's Church. This guest house also includes a parking.
R Premadasa Stadium is a popular place to visit within 15 minutes' ride from the accommodation. A 15-minute walk from the hotel will get you to the heart of Colombo. Guests can find the restored Khan Clock Tower, which is nearly 15 minutes by car. Ratmalana Air Force Base airport is 0.5 km from Colombo Gardens Guest House and Narahenpita train station is around 15 minutes' walk away.
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Beverly Villa
From 28$
Barnes Villa Colombo offers 7 rooms 1.4 km to Sumanarama Temple. This guest house also includes a car park.
Sri Lanka Air Force Museum is a popular place to visit in a 10-minute ride from the accommodation. Sri Lanka Travelers is also located 10 minutes by car from the hotel. Staying at this property, guests get quick access to Mount Lavinia Beach. The nearest bus stop is Mount Lavinia, approximately 10 minutes' walk away.
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The Saffron Hotel
From 64$
Comprising 12 rooms, the 2-star Saffron Hotel Colombo is about 25 minutes' walk from Independence Square. This Colombo guest house offers Wi Fi throughout the property and has a business centre for those staying on business.
The smoke free property is located a 5-minute walk of Ganeshism Studio Gallery, at 2.1 km distance from Narahenpita train station. For PW lies 4.4 km from the family friendly hotel. A 25-minute stroll takes you to Beddagana Wetland Park.
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Travellers Inn
From 20$
TRAVELLERS INN Colombo is set 4.1 km from the scenic Mount Lavinia Beach and about 20 minutes' walk of Wellawatte Beach. The guest house also offers guests Wi Fi throughout the property.
Independence Square is also located at 3 km distance from the accommodation. This Colombo hotel is 7 km to Narahenpita.