Comfortable Accommodation: Murphy's Transit Villa Airport Pick & Drop Katunayake in Katunayake offers a homestay with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy free use of bicycles and a free airport shuttle service.
Modern Amenities: The property features air-conditioning, a private bathroom, kitchen, and garden views. Additional amenities include a terrace, outdoor furniture, and free toiletries.
Convenient Location: Located 1 km from Bandaranaike International Airport, the homestay is near attractions such as St Anthony's Church (9 km) and Dutch Fort (8 km). Free on-site private parking is available.
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its connectivity to the airport, shuttle service, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“Easy and close spot to sleep coming in from the airport late; they offer a free airport transfer and were there to meet us very quickly after landing. Beds were comfy and clean.
Local central location, a couple local places for breakfast nearby,...”
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Susheela
South Africa
“Convenient to the eating places and obviously the airport.
My room was on the first floor so having the balcony was an absolute pleasure. Atmosphere is peaceful and watching the birds and squirrels in the morning is a bonus.
The manager...”
Reema
Maldives
“We had a wonderful stay at this Murphy hotel during our transit in Sri Lanka. The hospitality was truly outstanding from the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The rooms were clean, cozy, and very convenient for...”
Christopher
Australia
“Super kind and friendly staff, very comfortable rooms comfy beds cold ac and hot showers. Great location for before or after flight with great food just around the corner.”
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H
Netherlands
“The airport is about 2.5 km away. From Colombo, you can take the express bus 187, ask the driver to drop you off near the hotel (by exit highway )A tuktuk ride from the hotel to the airport costs about €1.”
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Nomonde
South Africa
“It was close to the airport, pricing quite affordable, it was very clean and the staff so friendly, warm and welcoming. I was also visiting Sri Lanka for the first time, I was offered a lot of help on advice where to get good food and coffee.”
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Georgia
Australia
“Such amazing communication!! Wonderful host. Very accomodating. Perfect for an overnight airport stay. Egyptian cotton sheets, extremely comfortable bed, aircon and a huge bathroom with great shower water pressure. You couldn’t want anything more....”
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Robin
Australia
“Very convenient location to the airport, easy check in process and helpful staff - excellent hot shower”
Hussain
Maldives
“Very close to airport, friendly employees, very helpful team”
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Florian
Germany
“The perfect stay for arrival or departure. It's not in walking distance from the airport, especially with luggage, but it's very well located, not too loud and close to the bus stop. The shower was great and the bed comfortable.”
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Tegan
Australia
“Easy and close spot to sleep coming in from the airport late; they offer a free airport transfer and were there to meet us very quickly after landing. Beds were comfy and clean.
Local central location, a couple local places for breakfast nearby,...”
S
Susheela
South Africa
“Convenient to the eating places and obviously the airport.
My room was on the first floor so having the balcony was an absolute pleasure. Atmosphere is peaceful and watching the birds and squirrels in the morning is a bonus.
The manager...”
Reema
Maldives
“We had a wonderful stay at this Murphy hotel during our transit in Sri Lanka. The hospitality was truly outstanding from the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The rooms were clean, cozy, and very convenient for...”
Christopher
Australia
“Super kind and friendly staff, very comfortable rooms comfy beds cold ac and hot showers. Great location for before or after flight with great food just around the corner.”
H
H
Netherlands
“The airport is about 2.5 km away. From Colombo, you can take the express bus 187, ask the driver to drop you off near the hotel (by exit highway )A tuktuk ride from the hotel to the airport costs about €1.”
N
Nomonde
South Africa
“It was close to the airport, pricing quite affordable, it was very clean and the staff so friendly, warm and welcoming. I was also visiting Sri Lanka for the first time, I was offered a lot of help on advice where to get good food and coffee.”
G
Georgia
Australia
“Such amazing communication!! Wonderful host. Very accomodating. Perfect for an overnight airport stay. Egyptian cotton sheets, extremely comfortable bed, aircon and a huge bathroom with great shower water pressure. You couldn’t want anything more....”
R
Robin
Australia
“Very convenient location to the airport, easy check in process and helpful staff - excellent hot shower”
Hussain
Maldives
“Very close to airport, friendly employees, very helpful team”
F
Florian
Germany
“The perfect stay for arrival or departure. It's not in walking distance from the airport, especially with luggage, but it's very well located, not too loud and close to the bus stop. The shower was great and the bed comfortable.”
Managed by Chaminda de Silva
Company review score: 9.3Based on 1,028 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company information
Well Travelled, Sri Lankan Expatriate (lived in UK for 10 Years),
Corporate Professional.
Property information
Newly Renovated (2022) Beautiful spacious Villa in a 35Perch land with serene settings.
Language spoken
English
Property surroundings
House rules
Murphy's Transit Villa Airport Pick & Drop Katunayake takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
Available 24 hours
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Murphy's Transit Villa Airport Pick & Drop Katunayake in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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