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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 roof top pool is great and the food was exceptional.

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9.1
Superb
168 reviews
Price from
£103
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.

We got a very warm welcome from the amazing staff of Sayura House on our first day in Sri Lanka. Great location, isolated from the noise of the nearby busy streets. The place is beautiful with trees, birds and squirrels. Everything is very clean. They are also very enviroment friendly, there are no plastic in the hotel at all. Also recommending their restaurant. Poke65 has delicious foods. Thank you for having us!

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9.3
Superb
255 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

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. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

I had an extremely pleasant stay, and the owner was exceptionally friendly. I highly recommend Hotel 106

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£33
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
25 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.

This is an experience that will be treasured, the house is stunningly styled and curated. The staff amazing in their care and attention to our stay. The tour of the house was the perfect conclusion to a loved stay.

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9.8
Exceptional
97 reviews
Price from
£250
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.

Wow this place is amazing a truly beautiful home, attentive friendly staff wonderful food amazing pool the room was beyond all expectations (we did get upgraded to a suite thank you) if you are going to stay in Colombo this is a must do 30 mins from the airport and plenty to do within walking distance but to be fair we got there and just chilled as it was so beatiful

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10
Exceptional
17 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 owners are wonderful - we came in the middle of night and we're leaving as well very early morning but we had our breakfast done on time. It's really enormous to eat and taste each dish. My daughters loved chandelier in patio where bird made its nest and it was taking care of small birds. Although it's a little out of city centrum but it gives silence and possibility to rest in patio to observe animals as birds and squirrels coming for eating. The room is spacious with attached bathroom. Very close to Leisure Villa there is good restaurant - Tango to eat supper or lunch.

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9.5
Exceptional
91 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.

It was such a clean and tidy place,I loved how clean it was. Room was very cute,kettle-cups and teas were placed,bathroom was also fully supplied with toilet paper,shampoo etc. Many thanks to Sumit and the other guy (I forgot his name :(but you can see them in picture.) They gave a very warm welcome and even see us off at the door,very kind and friendly people! If we come back to Sri Lanka we will definitely stay in this property again.

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8.4
Very good
355 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.

Very clean, friendly owner with good local tips :)

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8.9
Fabulous
488 reviews
Price from
£33
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
119 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £103.48
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews
    Great hosts and property
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £39.79
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 112 reviews
    I was able to finish my trip on a high note! From Sita's welcome to breakfast and the meal ordered in the evening, everything was perfect! The room was great, very comfortable. You feel like home. Sita's cooking is truly incredible. I really enjoyed it! Finally, the guest house is located in a quiet area, yet close to all amenities!
    Singhity
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £23.88
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 53 reviews
    Shuresh is a great host: very knowledgeable and makes you feel like home. The place is so peaceful we cannot believe we actually are in Colombo. I loved the garden.
    armand
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.93
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 72 reviews
    Good location, AC and fan are new and amazing, great host! She called me to see if everything was ok when I was later then expected for my check in. Check in time is really 24/7. Room with view over the city.
    Brecht
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.93
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 72 reviews
    Cool, quiet and clean air conditioned hostel room, which was a great escape from the heat, dust and chaos of Colombo. Location is very convenient for waking to central Colombo locations like Colombo Fort railway station, Dutch hospital, Pettah, Galle Face Mall etc. The staff were super nice and helpful, and allowed me use of the fridge to keep a few drinks cool to drink on the balcony.
    Cameron
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £21.49
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 272 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
  • Avg. price/night: £53.73
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 284 reviews
    Beautiful accommodation in a quiet part of Colombo, about 10-15 mins from the city centre by tuktuk. The house is absolutely stunning, very peaceful. The hosts are very friendly, and have good recommendations about what to visit in the area. Breakfast was a feast, Manoji is a great cook. You should definitely stay here if you're looking for a quiet get-away in Colombo.
    Paulien
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £17.85
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 97 reviews
    Great location in quiet neighbourhood near the National Museum and park. Host friendly and helpful.
    Kate
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.85
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 97 reviews
    Great location, attentive host, large room, quiet, comfortable
    Gavin
    Solo traveller
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 429 reviews
    Great location in the city centre but quiet for sleeping at night. The staff were friendly and the room was clean. Would happily stay again!
    Emma
    Young couple

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