We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Colombo, Sri Lanka. We have also included accommodation in apartments, guest houses, residences, manor houses and romantic hotels. 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 Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Resort.Delightful property. Great value. 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. Popular points of interest near Maniumpathy Hotel include Sinhalese Sports Club, National Art Gallery and Colombo Town Hall. 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. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International, 13 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I rate this as the most beautiful and romantic resort in Colombo. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Colombo.
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Situated within 3.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 6.5 km of R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Urban Bliss Studio provides accommodation with seating area. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast has an infinity pool with a pool bar, as well as a hot tub and full-day security. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an oven, a kettle, a bidet, slippers and a desk. The bed and breakfast offers some units that have a terrace and quiet street view, and units have a private bathroom and a wardrobe. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity of the property. A car rental service is available at the bed and breakfast. Khan Clock Tower is 6.9 km from Urban Bliss Studio, while Leisure World is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International, 13 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great location. Popular among couples. Conveniently set in the Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo, De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa is located 4.5 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 4.6 km from Khan Clock Tower and 4.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium. With a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Popular points of interest near De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa include Colombo Town Hall, National Art Gallery and Sinhalese Sports Club. Leisure World is 31 km from the hotel and St Anthony's Church is 39 km away. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk. De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa provides certain rooms that include a balcony, and rooms have a kettle. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 14 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is one of the coolest and most STYLISH boutique hotels in Colombo. It also has a great location and beautiful surroundings.
Guest House.Charming. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Located in the suburbs of Colombo city, 55TG Boutique Suites offers an authentic home stay experience in a two story 1920's period house with a garden, outdoor pavilion, living room and a lounge. 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. The home also offers their guests with local cooking classes in the shared kitchen and also 24 hour front desk with free access for a computer (with internet connection) and printing facility for all guests. U.S. Embassy is 7 km from 55TG Boutique Suites, while R Premadasa Stadium is 8 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 37 km from the guest house.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CHARMING AND WELL DESIGNED guest house in Colombo.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Prana Home has a garden and a terrace in Cinnamon Gardens. Free Wifi is available. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Each room includes a private bathroom, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also feature a garden view. Guests can enjoy the daily yoga classes, holistic treatments and the zen garden. Negombo is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 35 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is likely the most creative, cosy and lively boutique hotel in Colombo. Soooo nice!
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great bar. 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
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, The Manor 1926 is set in Colombo. This apartment offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The spacious apartment is located on the ground floor and is fitted with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchenette that provides guests with a microwave, a toaster, a washing machine, a fridge and kitchenware. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. The accommodation provides full-day security, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with local specialities, fruits and juice are available every morning at the apartment. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at The Manor 1926. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. R Premadasa Stadium is 3.5 km from the accommodation, while Khan Clock Tower is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 15 km from The Manor 1926.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find unique hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Colombo here: WellawatteBorellaGalle Face BeachFort
Guest House. Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 features free WiFi and views of the city. In a prime location in the Kollupitiya district, this guest house features a terrace. At the guest house, all rooms include a desk. The private bathroom is equipped with free toiletries. Guest rooms include a seating area. Colombo is 3.8 km from Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11, while Negombo is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 31 km from the property.Show full description
Historic property. Great views. 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. 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. 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. 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
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. 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
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, quiet street view and a balcony, Elevate Eden by PropertyBoutique is situated in Colombo. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with city views. Free private parking is available at the apartment. Guests also enjoy access to the hot tub and spa facilities, as well as the beauty services and fitness room. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. There is a coffee shop and bar. For guests with children, Elevate Eden by PropertyBoutique features kids pool and outdoor play equipment. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Colombo Town Hall, National Art Gallery and Sinhalese Sports Club. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 14 km from Elevate Eden by PropertyBoutique.Show full description
Apartment. Featuring a balcony with sea views, a rooftop pool and an open-air bath, Altair Colombo - View, Location, Ultra Luxury! can be found in Colombo, close to Galle Face Beach and 1.8 km from Kollupitiya Beach. A sauna is available for guests, along with a hot tub. At the apartment complex, all units come with bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the apartment provides kids pool, an indoor play area and outdoor play equipment. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a toaster. A patio with outdoor furniture and lake views is offered in all units. A bar can be found on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near Altair Colombo - View, Location, Ultra Luxury! include Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall, Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and Colombo Town Hall. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Great value. 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. American Embassy is 5 km from Sayura House, while Khan Clock Tower is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike Airport, 34 km from Sayura House.Show full description
Apartment. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, lake view and a balcony, Super Luxury 2 BR Apartment in Five Star Colombo City Centre is set in Colombo. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation offers meeting and banquet facilities, an African restaurant, as well as free WiFi. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated in-house. For guests with children, the apartment provides kids pool, an indoor play area and a baby safety gate. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Super Luxury 2 BR Apartment in Five Star Colombo City Centre. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Galle Face Beach, Kollupitiya Beach and Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from Super Luxury 2 BR Apartment in Five Star Colombo City Centre.Show full description
Great bar.Opened April 2022. Set in Colombo, a few steps from Bambalapitiya Beach, MaRadha Colombo offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave. At MaRadha Colombo every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, British and Indian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near MaRadha Colombo include Milagiriya Beach, Kollupitiya Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 10 km from the hotel.Show full description
This hotel has an amazing hotel bar and a popular rooftop bar.
Apartment. Opulent Comfort is a property with a private pool, located in Colombo, within just 1.9 km of Kollupitiya Beach and 600 metres of One Galle Face. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. Bambalapitiya Beach is 2.5 km from the apartment, while Khan Clock Tower is 2.4 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 700 metres from Galle Face Beach. A flat-screen TV is available. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from Opulent Comfort.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Luxury Sky Apartment is located in Colombo. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a minibar. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Kollupitiya Beach, Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.6 km from Galle Face Beach. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from Luxury Sky Apartment.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, October 2023. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Rose at Victoria Park - Extended Stay Apartment is situated in Colombo. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment with a terrace and garden views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation features a lift and full-day security for guests. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Kollupitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Beach and Galle Face Beach. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 12 km from Rose at Victoria Park - Extended Stay Apartment.Show full description
Apartment. Set in Colombo, 1.9 km from Galle Face Beach and 2.2 km from Kollupitiya Beach, EMERALD@On320 offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet. The apartment also has a seating area and 2 bathrooms. The indoor pool features a water slide and fence. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. A minimarket is available at the apartment. For guests with children, the apartment offers kids pool and a baby safety gate. Popular points of interest near EMERALD@On320 include Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall, Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and Colombo Town Hall. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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