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Sayura House, hotel in Colombo

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.

Friendly staff and comfortable rooms and nice breakfast. They when out of their way to help and suggest places to eat and see while in Colombo. Max the dog is great too
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
375 reviews
Price from
£62.86
1 night, 2 adults
Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11, hotel in Colombo

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.

The intimate atmosphere and the beautiness all pervading
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
111 reviews
Price from
£305.26
1 night, 2 adults
Leisure Villa, hotel in Colombo

Situated within 7.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 12 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure Villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

The atmosphere was nice and cozy and really safe. You can see how much efforts was put into it, and not just provide a bare minimum, as most of the other accommodations do. One of the best places I've stayed in Sri Lanka.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
£21.25
1 night, 2 adults
Aathma Colombo House, hotel in Colombo

Set in Colombo on a private peninsula by the banks of the historic Diyawanna Lake, Aathma Colombo House provides accommodation with a garden.

Hotel and rooms are decorated with Passion. It is a lovely Place just outside the busy Colombo City. The Team at Aathma is very polite and helpful and the food is absolutely amazing.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
95 reviews
Price from
£100.46
1 night, 2 adults
Colombo Orchid Villa, hotel in Colombo

Located 500 meters from Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, Colombo Orchid Villa features free WiFi access and free private parking. The homestay also offers car hire.

Very neat and clean. The house is beautiful and full of lush greenery. The hosts were kind, warm, welcoming and were very helpful at every turn. I spent Diwali in Sri Lanka, away from family, but they encouraged me to buy little lamps and decorate the house. I was very touched and I thank them for their incredible kindness. Definitely will come back
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
61 reviews
Price from
£24.73
1 night, 2 adults
Dumi's Shelter Home Stay, hotel in Colombo

Set just 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Dumi's Shelter Home Stay features accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

Everything is ok
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
86 reviews
Price from
£26.61
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel 106, hotel in Colombo

Located 4.4 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Hotel 106 offers accommodation with a balcony. It is situated 4.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and features a 24-hour front desk.

Todo muy limpio, muy amables. Muy cerca del lugar que necesitaba. Recomendable. All clean, great staff. Near to the place what needed.
Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£38.60
1 night, 2 adults
Highbury Colombo, hotel in Colombo

Set within 1.3 km of Milagiriya Beach and 1.7 km of Bambalapitiya Beach, Highbury Colombo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

The location is beautiful - in a leafy suburb of Colombo where the pace is gentle. The gardens are delightful and made such a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The guesthouse itself is special - open pavilion-style lounge area with an indoor courtyard letting in natural light. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well appointed. Breakfast was delicious. There's a choice of western or local breakfast, and if you feel adventurous, the hosts explain ingredients, how to prepare and eat the breakfast. It's honestly so delicious. The hosts are friendly, kind and knowledgeable. It was easy to communicate and to come and go as you need. Restaurants nearby are walking distance for lunch / dinner. It's easy for tuktuks or taxis to get you there and away as you need with attractions like Barefoot very nearby. If you're travelling alone, it's perfect - you feel safe and comfortable to spend time alone or engage with hosts and other guests as you like.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
98 reviews
Price from
£56.11
1 night, 2 adults
Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays, hotel in Colombo

A recently renovated property, Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays is set in Colombo near Sinhalese Sports Club, The Independence Square. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.

Clean room, convenient location and pleasant stay.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
59 reviews
Price from
£47.18
1 night, 2 adults
Visakha 6, hotel in Colombo

Visakha 6, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Colombo, 300 metres from Milagiriya Beach, 600 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach, as well as 1.5 km from Wellawatte Beach.

Super chill. Classes were nice with enough to keep you entertained. Good food.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
361 reviews
Price from
£30
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • 55TG Boutique Suites
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 186 reviews

    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.

    Super friendly and helpful staff and the food was excellent.

  • Sayura House
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 375 reviews

    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.

    The manager was the nicest and most helpful person I met in Sri Lanka

  • Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 59 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays is set in Colombo near Sinhalese Sports Club, The Independence Square. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.

    Clean room, convenient location and pleasant stay.

  • Aathma Colombo House
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 95 reviews

    Set in Colombo on a private peninsula by the banks of the historic Diyawanna Lake, Aathma Colombo House provides accommodation with a garden.

    Most beatiful hotel! Super good food. Perfect host!

  • Dolce Italia Rooms
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 41 reviews

    Featuring a balcony with city views, a garden and a bar, Dolce Italia Rooms can be found in Colombo, close to Milagiriya Beach and 1.5 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    Very spacious and clean room. Friendly staff. Great location.

  • Visakha 6
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 361 reviews

    Visakha 6, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Colombo, 300 metres from Milagiriya Beach, 600 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach, as well as 1.5 km from Wellawatte Beach.

    Very clean and modern , perfect shower and comfortable shower

  • Altair Luxury Colombo by Miracle
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 46 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Altair Luxury Colombo by Miracle offers accommodation with a rooftop pool, an indoor pool and a garden, around 1.3 km from Galle Face Beach.

    Aussicht, Rooftop infinity Pool, tolles gym, perfekte Lage

  • Beverly Villa
    Breakfast options
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 31 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, Beverly Villa is a recently renovated guest house situated in Colombo, 300 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach.

    Good price, friendly staff, ac room, ideal location in mount Lavinia and comfortable bed

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  • Hotel 106
    Budget options available
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Located 4.4 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Hotel 106 offers accommodation with a balcony. It is situated 4.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and features a 24-hour front desk.

    owner so kind. nice to talk with him,helpful and consider.

  • Highbury Colombo
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 98 reviews

    Set within 1.3 km of Milagiriya Beach and 1.7 km of Bambalapitiya Beach, Highbury Colombo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    Amazing house!!! Host very kind ;) and good area of Colombo!

  • Dumi's Shelter Home Stay
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 86 reviews

    Set just 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Dumi's Shelter Home Stay features accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Location is perfect and the owner is very welcoming!

  • The Big House
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 5 reviews

    The Big House features a 24-hour front desk. Each room at this homestay is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

  • City Stay By Sunrise
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 474 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and city views, City Stay By Sunrise is an accommodation situated in Colombo, just 1.5 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 1.8 km from Galle Face Beach.

    The bed was amazing! The best we've slept on in Sri Lanka

  • Greenscape Colombo
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 608 reviews

    Located in Colombo, near Milagiriya Beach and Bambalapitiya Beach, Greenscape Colombo is a recently renovated property, featuring, free bikes and garden.

    Great place. The staff.. especially Chami was very helpful

  • Trellis Homes
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 161 reviews

    Offering city views, Trellis Homes is an accommodation set in Colombo, 50 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach and 500 metres from Kollupitiya Beach.

    Great host. Very helpful. Nice and fast communication.

  • Sunrise Boutique
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 409 reviews

    Situated in the Wellawatte district in Colombo, 1.6 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital, Sunrise Boutique boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very nice, helpful staff. Beautifully decorated hotel.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Colombo

  • Heaven Villa colombo
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Colombo with Milagiriya Beach and Bambalapitiya Beach nearby, Heaven Villa colombo offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 111 reviews

    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.

    A lovely, excuisite design and architecture experience

  • Colombo Orchid Villa
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 61 reviews

    Located 500 meters from Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, Colombo Orchid Villa features free WiFi access and free private parking. The homestay also offers car hire.

    very clean sheets and room with peaceful quiet space.

  • Flower Road Villa
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Colombo, near Bambalapitiya Beach, National Art Gallery and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, Flower Road Villa features a terrace.

  • Leisure Villa
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 127 reviews

    Situated within 7.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 12 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure Villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    L hospitalité et la gentillesse de notre hôte Nilu

  • Leisure home
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 129 reviews

    Set within 6 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 9 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure home provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    Worth for the money and its a calm and quiet place.

  • Regent Residencies - Colombo
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 154 reviews

    Ideally set in Colombo, Regent Residencies - Colombo is a recently renovated homestay, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Really friendly and helpful owners. Enjoyed my stay there :)

  • Olu Colombo Villa
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 68 reviews

    Just 300 metres from Independence square and the new Arcade shopping centre, Olu Colombo Villa offers accommodation in Colombo. The property offers free WiFi.

    A beautiful house at a perfect location in Colombo

  • The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 29 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of inner courtyard, The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4 is a recently renovated guest house set in Colombo, less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    Staff members were excellent and helpful in many ways.

  • Avega Urban - Colombo 07
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Colombo, 4.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 5.3 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Avega Urban - Colombo 07 offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Blue Lotus Garden Hotel piliyandala
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 30 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Blue Lotus Garden Hotel piliyandala is situated in Colombo, 18 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 22 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

    Nice place, reasonable price , helpful good staff...

  • Heritage Villa colombo7
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 148 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Heritage Villa colombo7 offers accommodation with terrace, around 2.2 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    Everything was nice, the owner was polite and helpful.

  • THE WISH RESIDENCE Kollupitiya,SeaSide Next To Marino beach Hotel,Colombo 3
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 28 reviews

    Located 600 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 1.2 km from Milagiriya Beach and less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, THE WISH RESIDENCE Kollupitiya, SeaSide Next To Marino beach Hotel,...

    Friendly staff... Very good room service.. fast internet

  • Blackberry villa
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 17 reviews

    Located just 4.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Blackberry villa provides accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Super close to some of the important hospitals in Colombo

  • MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 271 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3 is set 800 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 1.3 km from Bambalapitiya Beach and 1.6 km from Galle Face...

    Big room with bathroom, very quiet, good to sleep.

  • RR House
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 84 reviews

    RR House offers accommodation in Colombo. Wellawatte and Dehiwela Railway station are located at 1 km. Majestic City is 3.4 km from the property. You will find luggage storage space at the property.

    Owner, Location, Comfort, Facilities and Value All Good.

  • Thambili Island @ Stubbs
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 217 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Colombo, 2.2 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital, Thambili Island @ Stubbs features a sun terrace and views of the city. Free private parking is available on site.

    Staff are really friendly and this place quite good to chill 😊

  • Asian House
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 14 reviews

    Offering city views, Asian House is an accommodation situated in Colombo, less than 1 km from Kollupitiya Beach and a 16-minute walk from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    People from the accommodation were very helpful, the room was OK, Wi-Fi was working without issues.

  • College House Garden Room

    Set in Colombo with Sugathadasa Stadium nearby, College House Garden Room offers accommodation with free private parking.

  • LUMBINI home stay
    Central location

    Offering garden views, LUMBINI home stay is an accommodation set in Colombo, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 12 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

  • Oikos Colombo Cottage

    Featuring a garden and views of garden, Oikos Colombo Cottage is a recently renovated guest house located in Colombo, 11 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

  • Lovely Room in Colombo 15

    Set 5.2 km from Khan Clock Tower, 11 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 32 km from Leisure World, Lovely Room in Colombo 15 provides accommodation situated in Colombo.

  • Heritage Colombo

    Heritage Colombo provides rooms 5 minutes away to the Kinross Beach in Colombo near Asiri Surgical Hospital and U.S. Embassy.

  • Swan Boutique
    Central location

    Offering a garden and garden view, Swan Boutique is set in Colombo, 10 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

  • SevenSun HomeStay Villa

    Featuring accommodation with a balcony, SevenSun HomeStay Villa is located in Colombo. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

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Homestays that guests love in Colombo

  • Avg. price/night: £25.50
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 61 reviews
    Friendly helpful Homestay, with a wonderful welcome drink. The house is beautiful, with a very comfortable room and attached shower area. Very clean and well presented
    Samantha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £68.01
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 98 reviews
    It’s a wonderful house. I didn’t realize it was a home stay, but was very grateful it was for my list night in Sri Lanka. When I walked in, music was playing and the water sounds coming from the indoor garden’s pond immediately made me feel like I had stepped out of the busy city and into an oasis. Relaxing house with lots of nooks and crannies, areas to curl up and read a book. I wish I had spent another night.
    A
    Alysse
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £68.01
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 98 reviews
    Architecture, furniture, tranquility, garden, air con, lovely hosts and amazing breakfast.
    Courtney
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £46.37
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 43 reviews
    This is a great location and a really fun place to stay, in a high-rise full of extremely friends locals. Jay sent very detailed instructions, with photos, of how to find the apartment upon arrival, and the caretaker was waiting there to meet me, so it was all very easy. I loved having this space to cook and do laundry and relax (with a/c!) in between bouts of being out around town. I would definitely stay here again and I highly recommend it.
    Lindsey
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 28 reviews
    Lovely host Priyantha and had a relax 2 nights
    Dona
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £36.32
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 608 reviews
    Nice area, really comfy beds, great host
    Michelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £19.32
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 283 reviews
    Really relaxed, cosy clean place over looking the water. You are staying in a large apartment with multiple bedrooms, so have access to kitchen, dinning area and lounge room. Balcony’s off all bedrooms and lounge room. It was absolutely perfect for us. Veronica was a great host, super friendly and knowledgeable (fluent English/German) and the team were super nice.
    Leanne
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 154 reviews
    Loved staying at this home stay. The owner took me out to a supermarket and gave me all sorts of information. Would stay here again!
    Marloes
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £58.34
    Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 8 reviews
    Clean, good location, lovely hosts!
    Georgia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £37.76
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,622 reviews
    Dennis is very good host and they have new apartment also opening soon.
    elesh
    Family with young children

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