We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated March 2024.
Luxury Hotel. Shangri-La Colombo presents a new level of luxury in the city. Located in the heart of the business and entertainment district, the hotel offers the various collection of guestrooms with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, Beira Lake or cityscape. The property has 3 innovative restaurants and 2 bars, and it is Colombo’s largest and stylish event spaces. Set to be the city’s dining destination, Shangri-La Colombo's restaurants and bars include Capital Bar & Grill, presenting tasty steaks and seafood grills with a wide selection of whisky. Shangri-La Colombo’s signature Chinese restaurant Shang Palace celebrates cuisine steeped in rich tradition and Central, the hotel's vibrant all-day dining restaurant and café which is the elegant addition to Colombo’s dining scene. Sapphyr Lounge is a place to meet with friends and family over simple indulgences. There is a Pool Bar overlooking the Indian Ocean and it is perfect for light refreshments. The hotel also offers direct access to the most extensive international shopping mall in Sri Lanka, Shangri-La Colombo’s own One Galle Face Mall. Chi, The Spa is a place of personal peace and enchantment offering holistic therapies for the body, mind and soul. The Health Club features state-of-the-art fitness equipment and personal trainers to ensure you stay true to your fitness regime when away from home. Daily buffet breakfast and dinner are served at Central Restaurant. Co-nnect, Shangri-La Colombo, Colombo’s stylish, new co-working space offers a versatile environment to meet, work and create. These exclusive spaces include private offices, meeting rooms, work pods and individual work stations, and is an inspired alternative to working in a traditional office setting.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. A former colonial residence, Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features boutique-style suites with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. It offers massages by appointment, a pool, steam room and fitness room. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo’s charming suites offer lavish interiors and Egyptian cotton linen. All suites offer DVD/CD players, a minibar and kettle with tea/coffee making facilities. Selected suites come with a private courtyard or a balcony. Free internet access is available at The Library, which features a variety of 500 leather bound books. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features a restaurant for meal options and indoor or outdoor dining. Alternatively, room service is also available. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Odel Shopping Mall. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.Show full description
This is likely one of the most beautiful, charming and cool boutique hotels in Colombo! WOW!
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, December 2023. Sheraton Colombo Hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Colombo. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy sea views. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also feature a city view. All rooms feature a wardrobe. Guests at Sheraton Colombo Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. A business centre is at guests' disposal at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Sheraton Colombo Hotel include Kollupitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Beach and Galle Face Beach. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Residence by Uga Escapes is located just 900 metres from the famous Sri Lanka National Museum. Free WiFi access is available. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a flat-screen satellite TV, seating area with sofa and minibar. There is also a coffee machine and work desk. Featuring a shower, private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and bidet. You can enjoy city view from the room. At Residence by Uga Escapes you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and an ironing service. The property offers free parking. The hotel is located just 1.2 km from American Embassy and 2.4 km from the popular Khan Clock Tower. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 29 km away. The guests can enjoy their meals at the in-house restaurant and refreshing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bar. Room service is available.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Colombo.
Luxury Hotel.Opened January 2023. Situated in Colombo, 1.7 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. The property has a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Chinese cuisine. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Courtyard by Marriott Colombo have a city view. The rooms have a safety deposit box. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kollupitiya Beach, Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from Courtyard by Marriott Colombo.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Cinnamon Grand Colombo is a luxurious 5-stars city hotel located in the centrer of Colombo and in the heart of tourist and commercial hubs like the World Trade Centre, National Museum and Iconic temples. Cinnamon Grand offers, rooms and suites, an award winning spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, fitness Center, 14 dining options including Lagoon, the best seafood restaurant in the city and free Wi-Fi. The property is located 36 km from the airport with Audi Sedan or SUV airport pickup/drop options. Cinnamon Grand offers a range of services for each traveler and room from pillow menus, turn-down service, breakfast in bed options, in-room safes, tea & coffee facilities. The landmark shopping complex Crestcat Boulevard is attached next to the hotel for a quick shopping experience.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Comfortable beds. Movenpick Hotel Colombo is located in the central business and shopping district off Galle Road, and is 35 minutes from the airport. The hotel has the highest rooftop bar and infinity swimming pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. The restaurants offer authentic Sri Lankan food and a true five-star experience. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units feature a seating area for your convenience. Some rooms include views of the sea or city. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. All rooms have floor to ceiling glass windows. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The wellness center offers a 24 hour state of the art gymnasium. A dedicated Zumba and Yoga room are located on the 23rd floor facing the ocean. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 36 km from the property.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find five-star hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Colombo here: WellawatteBorellaGalle Face BeachFort
Luxury Hotel. Taj Samudra offers rooms overlooking the Indian Ocean or city skyline. It boasts an outdoor pool, 7 dining options and tennis courts. Bright and airy, elegant rooms have classic wood furnishings and comfortable seating areas. They are fitted with cable TV, a fridge and a tea/coffee maker. For leisure, relaxing massages, a well-equipped fitness centre and squash courts are available. Attentive staff can provide business and childcare services. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant and Navratna Indian Restaurant. Other dining highlights include Ports of Call Global Cuisine Restaurant, Crab Factory Seafood Restaurant, Lattice for Tea & Coffee and Yumi Japanese Restaurant. Taj Samudra is a 45-minute drive from the Bandaranaike Airport and provides free parking.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. 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. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool. The hotel also has tennis and squash courts and a gym. Exclusive to guests, The Library is a lounge by day and a club by night. Stylish rooms have a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box and tea and coffee-making facilities. All rooms have a marble bathroom. Some rooms include a separate living area, executive privileges and a balcony. Offering both indoor seating and outdoor lakeside dining and Colom Bar. Other restaurants include Thai and Japanese options. Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is a 45-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. Odel Department Store is 2 km away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. 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. Featuring scenic views from over-sized windows, spacious rooms at Colombo Hilton offer ample workspace and a comfortable sofa. They come with a marble bathroom featuring separate shower and bath areas. Enjoy the use of the hot tub after an active workout at the well-equipped fitness centre or tennis courts. Alternatively, guests can relax with an award-winning cocktail by the outdoor pool bar. Dining highlights at Hilton Colombo include Signature Chinese restaurant, Emperor's Wok offering diners a gourmet journey with authentic Cantonese and Szechuan flavors, and SunsetBlu, Colombo's first all-day club by the poolside. Hilton Colombo Hotel is a 45-minute drive from the Bandaranaike International Airport. It is within walking distance of the shopping and dining options at Fort District and Pettah Bazaar.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Comfortable beds. Boasting spectacular views of the Colombo Harbor and the Galle Face Green, The Kingsbury is a 5-star hotel in Colombo, which offers regal accommodation and a wide variety of sumptuous dining options. Situated in the heart of the country's commercial capital, The Kingsbury Colombo is a short distance from landmarks like the World Trade Centre and the Colombo Harbour, as well as popular attractions such as the Dutch Hospital Shopping Complex and Galle Face Green. The Bandaranaike International Airport is about 33 km away. Elegantly-designed yet tasteful and spacious, the rooms have oversized windows offering breathtaking views of the Colombo Harbor and the Galle Face Green. Bright and airy, they are fitted with cable TV, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has an en-suite marble bathroom. Guests can leisurely soak in the outdoor swimming pool, wind down at the Senses Spa or work out at the well-equipped gym. The 24-hour butler service ensures immaculate relaxation at all times. The Kings Steakbar, which true to its name offers rare curated boards of prime steak fit for royalty, sourced from the US, New Zealand and Australia. The traditional Spanish pastry Churros lends its name to the patisserie replete with mouth-watering confections, while to fulfil a seafood craving, The Ocean serves up the freshest platters of seafood. The Harbour Court goes global with international cuisine served all day and the Honey Beach Club moves to the rhythm of great beach vibes, while Tavern provides local favourites at competitive rates. For the Chinese food connoisseur, the resident Chinese chefs at Yue Chuan will be tossing up Cantonese and Szechuan fare from its brand new menu.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Set 800 metres from Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Trillium Boutique City Hotel features rooms with air conditioning in Colombo. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The hotel provides a restaurant which serves international cuisine. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a bidet. All units in Trillium Boutique City Hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. The accommodation offers an outdoor infinity pool. Popular points of interest near Trillium Boutique City Hotel include The Independence Square, Arcade Independence Square and Sinhalese Sports Club. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 34 km from the hotel.Show full description
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