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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.

An exceptional place with exceptional decorations. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. We had a truly wonderful time and will be back.

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9.1
Superb
162 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.

Had a wonderful stay at Sayura when I just arrived in Colombo. The house is beautiful and airy, and they even gave me the choice between two rooms. My room was super comfy and I loved the fact that they are very eco-conscious and give you a glass bottle with filtered water and products in big bottles. Also got really good coffee to prepare in my own room. On the property there is also a yummy Poke restaurant, perfect if you want something different than curries & Co. The staff was so friendly and helpful, and of course there is Max their lovely dog!

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9.3
Superb
240 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Set in Colombo, 300 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, Four Petals Inn offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is located less than 1 km from Wellawatte Beach, a 19-minute walk from Milagiriya Beach and 3.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

Beautiful designing and interior of the facility and the room. The owners are super helpful and always ready to setve their clients. I'm definitely going to stay here whenever back in colombo.

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9
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
£22
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.

Exceptional and unique. Service and cleanliness was impeccable. The room itself is very spacious, and at a comfortable temperature despite the heat outside. Piyanth, our host, was friendly and accomodating. Highly recommended - the sort of experience you will not find in any hotel or resort. We were pleasantly surprised, and the very high rating is well deserved.

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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
11 reviews
Price from
£97
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.

City Stay by Sunrise is not central to Colombo ie Fort Station but close to a wonderful temple, mall, National Museum in a lovely quiet location. Very helpful friendly staff, helped us book tuctucs to Galle Face and the main Station etc... clean room although a small fridge would be nice to keep drinks cool. Really enjoyed breakfast.

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8.5
Very good
340 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.

Location Host was awesome Extremly clean Comfortable Open and airy

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8.9
Fabulous
479 reviews
Price from
£26
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.

Frendly stuff clean room, the location is perfect next to the main street , still quiet.

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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.

We only stayed 1 night. Room was clean and the bed was very comfortable! The internet was super fast if you need to work this is a great plus! Everything worked AC great hot water good! We would come back again!

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8.9
Fabulous
277 reviews
Price from
£32
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
     · 148 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: £104.13
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews
    Great location and comfortable stay. Great hosts and easy to deal with.
    Rohit
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £65.03
    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: £16.09
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,025 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: £42.22
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 63 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: £29.20
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 465 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
  • Avg. price/night: £28.95
    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: £18.10
    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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