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Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11

Colombo

Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

d
dimitris
From
Greece
Staying in this house is a lifetime experience. You do not get a room. You live in a 120 m2 apartment with a huge, beautiful living room and more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$418
1 night, 2 adults

Aathma Colombo House

Colombo

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

B
Britni
From
Iraq
Stepping behind the gate into this abode is like a waking dream. The attention to detail is exquisite. The staff are relentlessly charming and helpful. Each room is packed with beautiful antiques and curios from Sri Lanka and around the world to emerse you in a cacoon of color. Not only is it worth your stay, Aathma house would be worth traveling to Colombo for! I had booked a whirlwind tour around the country but stepping off the plane and into this secret garden made me want to cancel all my plans and spend my full time here. Truly a work of art.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

55TG Boutique Suites

Colombo

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.

L
Lindsay
From
United Kingdom
We were only here for one night and an early morning the next day however the staff were lovely and the rooms were fantastic. Super clean and easy to check in. Thank you for packing a breakfast super early the morning after. Would love to come back in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

Leisure Villa

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.

A
Andrey
From
Russia
Amazing host, she helped us so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Sayura House

Wellawatte, 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.

X
Xavier
From
Spain
The place is really nice and they also have a restaurant which is really good! We had an issue with a tuktuk that tried to scam us, and the hotel staff helped us to fix the issue. We've been treated so well! Definetely, I would come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews
Price from
US$57.75
1 night, 2 adults

COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre

Colombo

Located within 15 km of R Premadasa Stadium and 16 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

D
Dayampathy
From
United Kingdom
It was extremely clean, the vegan food (Sri Lankan breakfast and dinner) was excellent. I came from Kandy, but apparently the place is easily accessible from the Katunayaka airport via the highway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo

A recently renovated property, IGN Residence Colombo is situated in Colombo near Bambalapitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery.

A
Asad
From
Germany
Truly a hidden gem in Colombo! We stumbled upon this spot by accident, and what a happy coincidence it was. The experience is more like a cozy Airbnb than a standard hotel. The rooms are clean with all the basic amenities, and there is a kitchen where you can prepare meals. The location is excellent—every major café and tourist attraction is just a quick TukTuk ride away. The host, Ignatius Joseph, is amazing. You can tell he has put a lot of thought into the house, which features beautiful colonial-style decor. He was always available to help and shared fantastic tips on local cafes. It was a pleasure meeting him. Tip: I highly recommend booking directly with him! 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$67.32
1 night, 2 adults

City Stay By Sunrise

Colombo

Situated in Colombo, 1.5 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 3.9 km from Khan Clock Tower, City Stay By Sunrise features city views and free WiFi.

J
Jason
From
South Africa
Beautiful rooms and view from the terrace. Amazing breakfast and friendly host. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews
Price from
US$59.94
1 night, 2 adults

Heritage Villa colombo7

Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo

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.

Д
Добронравова
From
Georgia
Nice host, nice location, great value for this money! Everything we need was there, nothing more to ask.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews
Price from
US$19
1 night, 2 adults

Greenscape Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

Greenscape Colombo offers free bikes, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in Colombo, 1.6 km from Milagiriya Beach.

s
shutian yuan
From
China
the location is good and this place is clean and quiet. there are restaurants and mini mart to buy things. it meets all my needs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 964 reviews
Price from
US$32.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11

Colombo

Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

d
dimitris
From
Greece
Staying in this house is a lifetime experience. You do not get a room. You live in a 120 m2 apartment with a huge, beautiful living room and more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$418
1 night, 2 adults

Aathma Colombo House

Colombo

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

B
Britni
From
Iraq
Stepping behind the gate into this abode is like a waking dream. The attention to detail is exquisite. The staff are relentlessly charming and helpful. Each room is packed with beautiful antiques and curios from Sri Lanka and around the world to emerse you in a cacoon of color. Not only is it worth your stay, Aathma house would be worth traveling to Colombo for! I had booked a whirlwind tour around the country but stepping off the plane and into this secret garden made me want to cancel all my plans and spend my full time here. Truly a work of art.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

55TG Boutique Suites

Colombo

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.

L
Lindsay
From
United Kingdom
We were only here for one night and an early morning the next day however the staff were lovely and the rooms were fantastic. Super clean and easy to check in. Thank you for packing a breakfast super early the morning after. Would love to come back in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

Leisure Villa

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.

A
Andrey
From
Russia
Amazing host, she helped us so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Sayura House

Wellawatte, 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.

X
Xavier
From
Spain
The place is really nice and they also have a restaurant which is really good! We had an issue with a tuktuk that tried to scam us, and the hotel staff helped us to fix the issue. We've been treated so well! Definetely, I would come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews
Price from
US$57.75
1 night, 2 adults

COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre

Colombo

Located within 15 km of R Premadasa Stadium and 16 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

D
Dayampathy
From
United Kingdom
It was extremely clean, the vegan food (Sri Lankan breakfast and dinner) was excellent. I came from Kandy, but apparently the place is easily accessible from the Katunayaka airport via the highway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo

A recently renovated property, IGN Residence Colombo is situated in Colombo near Bambalapitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery.

A
Asad
From
Germany
Truly a hidden gem in Colombo! We stumbled upon this spot by accident, and what a happy coincidence it was. The experience is more like a cozy Airbnb than a standard hotel. The rooms are clean with all the basic amenities, and there is a kitchen where you can prepare meals. The location is excellent—every major café and tourist attraction is just a quick TukTuk ride away. The host, Ignatius Joseph, is amazing. You can tell he has put a lot of thought into the house, which features beautiful colonial-style decor. He was always available to help and shared fantastic tips on local cafes. It was a pleasure meeting him. Tip: I highly recommend booking directly with him! 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$67.32
1 night, 2 adults

City Stay By Sunrise

Colombo

Situated in Colombo, 1.5 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 3.9 km from Khan Clock Tower, City Stay By Sunrise features city views and free WiFi.

J
Jason
From
South Africa
Beautiful rooms and view from the terrace. Amazing breakfast and friendly host. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews
Price from
US$59.94
1 night, 2 adults

Heritage Villa colombo7

Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo

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.

Д
Добронравова
From
Georgia
Nice host, nice location, great value for this money! Everything we need was there, nothing more to ask.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews
Price from
US$19
1 night, 2 adults

Greenscape Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

Greenscape Colombo offers free bikes, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in Colombo, 1.6 km from Milagiriya Beach.

s
shutian yuan
From
China
the location is good and this place is clean and quiet. there are restaurants and mini mart to buy things. it meets all my needs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 964 reviews
Price from
US$32.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Colombo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 964 reviews

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Colombo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Wattala Villa- The Guardian Bungalow, a property with a garden, is situated in Wattala, 6.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 7.1 km from Khan Clock Tower, as well as 13 km from Bambalapitiya Railway...

From US$222 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Colombo and nearby

Visakha 6

Colombo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews

Located in Colombo, near Milagiriya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery, Visakha 6 features a shared lounge.

From US$56.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set just 7 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Sanhinda Rooms Nugegoda provides accommodation in Nugegoda with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$11.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Located 11 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Enderamulla Casual Home provides accommodation in Wattala with access to wellness packages. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

From US$16.80 per night

Flower Road Villa

Colombo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located within less than 1 km of Kollupitiya Beach and 2.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Flower Road Villa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

From US$140 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

A recently renovated property, IGN Residence Colombo is situated in Colombo near Bambalapitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery.

From US$89.10 per night

Blackberry villa

Colombo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 50 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte in the Colombo District region, Nest Villas offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Attractively set in the Wellawatte district of Colombo, RR House is situated 600 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, 3.7 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 9.1 km from Khan Clock Tower.

Highly rated guest houses in Colombo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Boasting inner courtyard views, The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4 features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

From US$80.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

5.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Jays Guest - Rajagiriya Colombo is a recently renovated property located in Rajagiriya and provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

From US$30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set within 800 metres of Wellawatte Beach and 2.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station in Colombo, Motel VIP provides accommodation with seating area.

Shalom Villa

Rajagiriya
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Shalom Villa, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Rajagiriya, 8.8 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 10 km from Khan Clock Tower, as well as 26 km from Leisure World.

From US$25.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Kelaniya Guest House is situated in Peliyagoda, 6.7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 8.4 km from Khan Clock Tower, as well as 13 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

From US$15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Set in Kalapaluwawa and only 8.7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, New Colombo Village offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$21.84 per night

Studio 33

Battaramulla
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Situated in Battaramulla, 10 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Studio 33 features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

From US$54.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Situated just 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Ceylon Travel and Stay Lodge offers accommodation in Battaramulla with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as luggage storage space.

From US$17.98 per night

Save money on guest houses in Colombo and nearby – budget options available

Freedom Hut

Colombo
Budget options available

Set within 300 metres of Bambalapitiya Beach and 1.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Freedom Hut offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

From US$31.08 per night

Offering a bar and city view, Gihan's Family Restaurant and Guest is located in Gangodawila, 5.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

Jaruv Royal Residencies

Divulpitiya
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Located in Divulpitiya, within 7.4 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 12 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Jaruv Royal Residencies provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking...

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Avg. price/night: US$32.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
The best night sleep in deceptively comfortable beds. Beautiful decor, an abundance of plant life. Relaxing and charming property. Friendly, warm and wonderful host Quiet neighbourhood
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Young couple