We have created a list with the best small luxury 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 Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated March 2024.
Resort.Delightful property. Highly elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Maniumpathy Hotel has a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Colombo. With free WiFi, this 5-star resort offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. There is a restaurant serving American cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the resort, the rooms are fitted with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and free toiletries, all rooms at Maniumpathy Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a balcony. The units have a safety deposit box. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Maniumpathy Hotel include Sinhalese Sports Club, National Art Gallery and Colombo Town Hall. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International, 13 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be one of the most beautiful, relaxing and romantic resorts in Colombo! It is the most popular small luxury hotel in Colombo, among couples.
Located 1 km from Odel Shopping Mall, Zylan Colombo features a fitness centre and outdoor pool. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Free parking is provided. Zylan Colombo is 2 km from National Museum and Independent Square, while Colombo City Centre is 3 km away. The resort is a 5-minute drive from Boralella Bus Station. Modern rooms are fitted with a DVD player and flat-screen TV. A minibar, tea/coffee-making facilities and personal safe are provided. Guests can relax with a massage or head to the business centre to do work. The resort has a tour desk and offers express check-in and check-out. Laundry services are available. A selection of international cuisine is served in the rooftop restaurant, which also offers room service.Show full description
Great value. Rooftop pool. Marino Beach Colombo has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Colombo. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Marino Beach Colombo rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot tub. Popular points of interest near Marino Beach Colombo include Bambalapitiya Beach, Kollupitiya Beach and Milagiriya Beach. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 11 km from the hotel.Show full description
Beautiful. Great views. Rooftop bar.Opened March 2022. Set in Colombo, 90 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, Granbell Hotel Colombo offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all guest rooms at Granbell Hotel Colombo have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms also offer a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near Granbell Hotel Colombo include Bambalapitiya Beach, Galle Face Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
This hotel has outstanding views and a popular rooftop bar.
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
Elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. 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
Rooftop pool. Rooftop restaurant. Situated in the heart of Colombo, Ward Place, 2.4 km from U.S. Embassy, Jetwing Colombo Seven boasts a year-round rooftop pool. The hotel has a sun terrace and spa centre, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Tea/coffee making facilities can be found in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and free toiletries. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. R Premadasa Stadium is 2.6 km from Jetwing Colombo Seven, while Asiri Surgical Hospital is 2.6 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 29 km from the property.Show full description
This hotel has a unique rooftop pool and a cool rooftop restaurant.
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find small luxury hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Colombo here: WellawatteBorellaGalle Face BeachFort
Charming. Very stylish. 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
I rate this as the most well designed and stylish small luxury hotel in Colombo. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Historic property. Charming. Great location. 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. Fitted with wooden flooring, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They are equipped with a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A minibar and a personal safe are included. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa or work out at the gym. Galle Face Hotel also provides a business centre. Located in the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 36 km from Colombo International Airport. Local and international dining options can be enjoyed at the hotel's 2 on-site restaurants, Verandah and 1864. For a drink, guests can head to the bar.Show full description
I think this place could be the most HISTORIC small luxury hotel in Colombo.
Newly opened, February 2024. Located in Colombo, 200 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, Sofia Colombo City Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Sofia Colombo City Hotel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bambalapitiya Beach, Galle Face Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 11 km from Sofia Colombo City Hotel.Show full description
Historic. Comfortable beds. Great location. Popular among couples.Opened January 2022. Well situated in Colombo, Zest Metropole offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. 700 metres from Galle Face Beach and less than 1 km from Khan Clock Tower, the property features a fitness centre and a restaurant. Guests can enjoy city views. The units at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Zest Metropole all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Tamil, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. R Premadasa Stadium is 3.8 km from the accommodation, while Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 6.1 km away. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International, 15 km from Zest Metropole, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This hotel has super comfortable beds and a great location in Colombo.
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
Opened April 2023. Set in Colombo, 1.3 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Orion City Hotel offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, an ATM and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Orion City Hotel every room has bed linen and towels. Khan Clock Tower is 4.2 km from the accommodation, while Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 7.5 km away. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 17 km from Orion City Hotel.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great views. 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. 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 restaurants offer authentic Sri Lankan food and a true five-star experience. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 36 km from the property.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Newly opened, September 2023. Situated in Colombo, 1.9 km from Kollupitiya Beach, VAUX PARK STREET Extended Stay Suites & Apartments in Central Colombo features accommodation with a rooftop pool, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a lift. Private parking is available on site. The aparthotel has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a dishwasher, an oven, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with sea views and an outdoor dining area. At the aparthotel, units include bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to wind down in the in-house lounge, while a grocery delivery service is also available. Kids pool is also available at the aparthotel, while guests can also relax in the garden. Popular points of interest near VAUX PARK STREET Extended Stay Suites & Apartments in Central Colombo include Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall and Colombo Town Hall. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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
Comfortable beds. Great value. 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
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
Great location. Great value. Fairway Colombo 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. Free Wifi is available. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. R Premadasa Stadium is 3.2 km from Fairway Colombo, while Asiri Surgical Hospital is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 27 km from the property.Show full description
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
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