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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 facilities were beautiful and the staff were all so sweet and helpful. everyone was so happy and willing to help with any request. the owner is very honest and welcoming. this was the perfect place to relax after a flight and a gentle intro to Sri Lanka. the location is quiet, but a short walk away from a major street where you can find everything.

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9.1
Superb
161 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

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.

Everything was perfect the hosts were very friendly, and the room was very clean too

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9.3
Superb
236 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

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.

Great stay at this beautiful home. The staff working here are doing such a great job of protecting the legacy. They were very friendly and answered all our questions. Location is great and quiet and the room is clean and comfortable.

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9.8
Exceptional
96 reviews
Price from
£252
per night

The property is located 7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 7 km from U.S. Embassy and 8 km from Khan Clock Tower. Arcade Independence Square is 4 km away and Sinhalese Sports Club is 4.1 km from the guest house.

You will never find a property as beautiful as this. The care, effort, and love put into the decoration, ambience and overall vibe is second to none. Staff are unbelievably lovely and attentive and the owners themselves are present and involved, giving a family feel and making you feel at home. They cannot do enough for you! Food is incredible - you will never get as well and as much as you will here! Plus their restaurant Sanctuarii is a short 5 min walk with incredible food both Sri Lankan and Asian fusion cuisine.

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10
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

All units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

The room and social area was so good

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9.4
Superb
87 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Popular points of interest near the guest house include Bambalapitiya Beach, Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 13 km from City Stay By Sunrise.

Cute room, friendly staff, no issues.

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8.5
Very good
334 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

The units are equipped with air conditioning, a microwave, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with garden or quiet street views. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels.

Good place to stay. Cheap and best . Good hospitality and very near to the city.

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8.9
Fabulous
476 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Offering free bikes and garden view, Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3 is situated in Colombo, 1.1 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 1.6 km from Milagiriya Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Breakfast was wonderful. The buffet had plenty to choose from. My mom and I signed up for a massage and it was absolutely wonderful. I left all the oil on for the rest of the day...the pool is fantastic and this is a great spot if you are traveling with kids.

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8.4
Very good
118 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

It’s very clean, staffs are very friendly and kind. All the wall paintings give a nice touch up to the whole place. It’s near the main road so one can easily find cheap restaurants and supermarkets.

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8.9
Fabulous
272 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

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. Free private parking is available on site.

We stayed at Sunrise Boutique for about 9 days and it definitely was a highlight of our trip. The place is beautifully furnished in Colonial antiques, has all the amenities needed and the exceptionally lovely staff members like Nigel make this place a perfect home away from home. We bought some King Coconuts at the top of the road and the staff were really nice to prepare it for us and anything we requested to make our stay comfortable. The bed and pillows were very comfortable and the bathroom/ toilet was clean and lovely. The lighting is a tad dim for makeup but that’s expected for older themed houses. The location wasn’t a great issue because we had hired a vehicle for the trip and even if we didn’t you can easily Uber or use Pick Me, the rates are very cheap. Only issue might be the traffic when it rains or during peak times. There’s a petrol shed and 24hrs supermarket within walking distance from Sunrise Boutique. We were sad to leave the staff and this gorgeous home. Will definitely stay here again if we come back to Colombo.

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8.9
Fabulous
307 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

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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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  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews
    Great hostel with clean and comfortable beds, good Wi-Fi and AC, lockers and curtains for extra privacy. Do take the AC dorm as it gets very hot during the day. Great location as well!
    Clothilde
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £103.98
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 20 reviews
    Great location and comfortable stay. Great hosts and easy to deal with.
    Rohit
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £61.84
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 67 reviews
    The first day in Sri Lanka we made 1 day stop in Colombo. . Darsham was a great host. Well communicating before and during our staying. He made it possible for us to check early and have a breakfast the day we came in. Arranged many things for us. The Sri Lanka's breakfast was rich and delicious. The apartment was cosy, ample, clean...just perfect. 30 min drive by tuktuk for ~Rs. 900 to the city center. Highly recommended!
    kurniksopaantilopa
    Family with young children
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews
    A beautiful haven in the city centre, calming and quaint with great service and an attentive host. I will definitely return each time I visit Colombo. Thank you Ruwan, see you again
    Ranna
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.06
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,015 reviews
    I had a great stay there! I booked 3 nights, the Hostel is very close to the city center of Colombo and also close to the Galle Face Beach. The Room was clean, the Bed very comfortable and the bathroom was also clean. During the night it was quiet, so I could rest easily. The Rooftop is also nice to have a little chat with others. The Staff is kind and they helped me with all my questions. They are really nice.
    Lisa Marie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £42.17
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 62 reviews
    Great location, quiet and very friendly and attentive host!
    Philipp
    Solo traveller
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review
    Great location, easy access with two lifts and quiet. The security are friendly and helpful. Apartment is located close to all amenities, within few minutes walking distance. It is spacious, tastefully decorated and clean throughout. Kitchen and laundry room was equipped to our needs. The host was responsive to queries. Rose and the host was super, We had an enjoyable stay overall.
    Geshni
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £29.15
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 462 reviews
    A nice quiet hostel in a very busy city. Close to a market and lots of cheap stalls for lunch! Didn't have the food at the hostel but the food just outside is much much cheaper and more authentic. The room was large and the bed was comfortable, the toilets and shower were great and always clean! Lisa let me check in early which was highly appreciated after a flight. Although the hostel has a bar area outside I did not see it in use, perhaps it would be more busy during peak season.
    Hannah
    Solo traveller
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 118 reviews
    Great location close to shops, and transport. Very comfortable room with balcony. Great hosts who made me feel very welcome.
    Jacqueline
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £18.07
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 269 reviews
    Cosy villa in a quiet neighbourhood. Bhagya and Lakshika were great hosts. They gave us a warm welcome and were happy to help us with anything. Bonus points for the cat.
    Noor
    Young couple

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