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Visakha 6, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Colombo, 300 metres from Milagiriya Beach, 600 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach, as well as 1.5 km from Wellawatte Beach. The property is around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 6.4 km from Khan Clock Tower and 8.2 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and bicycle parking for guests.

value for money our room is a bit small but comfy there is only one carpark but available for us

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9
Superb
238 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

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.

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.

Hotel has so much soul! Rooms are gorgeous with plenty of little beautiful elements and yet functional. Beautiful garden to rest or grab a meal in. Stuff very helpful and attentive

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9.1
Superb
157 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.

I loved it here! Such a perfect place to stay after arriving from the airport. Beautiful, calm, and outstanding staff. Gamini was helpful from before arrival to check-out. And Pio was excellent throughout, top. Also, delicious food at Poke 65 and the breakfast was outstanding. Very glad to have found it here! I highly recommend!!!

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9.3
Superb
218 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Units are fitted with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a terrace and some have sea views. At the homestay, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

The homestay specialises in an American and Asian breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. As an added convenience, Regent Residencies - Colombo offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property.

This place has two rooms - one has a balcony and ensuite bathroom, the other is a triple room (a double bed and single bed) with no balcony and no ensuite bathroom. The triple room has exclusive use of another bathroom, but you do have to walk through a shared area to get to it. The ensuite double room is nicer, but they are both completely fine, and good value. Our room (the one with no balcony) was clean, had comfortable beds, a good aircon unit and a ceiling fan, and also had a kettle and tea / coffee in the room. The breakfast was big, and the owner is very helpful and friendly. Access is via a car park in the basement of the building - there are two other hostels in this building for whom access is via the same basement car park and it can be a bit hard to find. It all looks a bit strange but is quite safe. Make sure you message the owner before arriving and he can look out for you. Undoubtedly the best things about this place are the price (good for Colombo), and the location - which is a 10-15 minute walk from Colombo Fort train station. It also has great views from the communal area. They made us a really good packed breakfast when we had an early start for our plane, which was really appreciated!

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Located 600 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 1.2 km from Milagiriya Beach and less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, The New Residence provides accommodation situated in Colombo. It is set 100 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach and offers a shared kitchen. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

With a private bathroom, units at the homestay also feature free WiFi.

A car rental service is available at the homestay.

Very close to the hospital and it was very clean and tidy.

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9.1
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Certain units in the homestay have private entrance and are equipped with wardrobe and outdoor furniture. Some of the units feature a cable TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and a private bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer. At the homestay, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Breakfast wishes are customizable and extraordinary dilicious, western and Sri Lankan style. The view from the apartment is wonderful.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

The recently renovated Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays is set in Colombo, near Sinhalese Sports Club and The Independence Square. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

The hosts are very welcoming and charming. I felt almost as if I was visiting family. I’ve had a number of interesting questions with Gayathri, the lady of the house.

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9.7
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
£43
per night

All units at the homestay come with a seating area. The homestay offers some units that feature a terrace and inner courtyard view, and units are fitted with a private bathroom and a desk. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Very nice place and very friendly hosts

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9.3
Superb
88 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Set just 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Dumi's Shelter Home Stay features accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. This homestay offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Super clean, very comfortable, nice people. Despite being in the city there are gardens around with singing birds, i slept like in heaven.

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9.2
Superb
86 reviews
Price from
£31
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.

its just magical to be able to stay overnight at Bawa’s residence. Sleep surrounded by so much beauty and authenticity. The staff were wonderful hosts. they explained to us all very passionately. they gave us good recommedations. the breakfast at Bawa’s dinningroom was amazing, we loved it!

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9.8
Exceptional
92 reviews
Price from
£248
per night

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  • Visakha 6
    Breakfast options

    Visakha 6, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Colombo, 300 metres from Milagiriya Beach, 600 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach, as well as 1.5 km from Wellawatte Beach.

    Speedy response from owner, good location, very clean

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 238 reviews
  • 55TG Boutique Suites
    Breakfast options

    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.

    Great service, great staff and really unique design 👍🏻

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 157 reviews
  • Sayura House
    Breakfast options

    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.

    Amazing stay and the most helpful and super friendly staff!

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 218 reviews
  • Regent Residencies - Colombo
    Breakfast options

    Ideally set in Colombo, Regent Residencies - Colombo offers air-conditioned rooms with free private parking and room service. With city views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    É tudo maravilhoso, desde os anfitriões ,as condições do quarto,ao pequeno almoço ... excelente 😍

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews
  • Altair Luxury Colombo by Miracle
    Breakfast options

    Altair Luxury Colombo by Miracle provides a hot tub and a fitness room, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Colombo, 1.3 km from Galle Face Beach.

    Aussicht, Rooftop infinity Pool, tolles gym, perfekte Lage

    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews
  • Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays
    Breakfast options

    The recently renovated Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays is set in Colombo, near Sinhalese Sports Club and The Independence Square. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.

    Perfect location. Clean and cozy. Good for 1-2 nights.

    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews
  • Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11
    Breakfast options

    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.

    Rohana, the caretaker, was extremely kind and helpful

    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
  • Rosmead Place by Thilanka
    Breakfast options

    Offering city views, Rosmead Place by Thilanka is an accommodation located in Colombo, 2.8 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    Staff was really kind and helpful. thank you so much!

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 92 reviews

Save money on homestays in Colombo – budget options available!

  • Dumi's Shelter Home Stay
    Budget options available

    Set just 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Dumi's Shelter Home Stay features accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Location is perfect and the owner is very welcoming!

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 86 reviews
  • City Stay By Sunrise
    Budget options available

    Offering free WiFi and city views, City Stay By Sunrise is an accommodation situated in Colombo, just 1.5 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 1.8 km from Galle Face Beach.

    The bed was amazing! The best we've slept on in Sri Lanka

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 313 reviews
  • Greenscape Colombo
    Budget options available

    Located in Colombo, near Milagiriya Beach and Bambalapitiya Beach, Greenscape Colombo is a recently renovated property, featuring, free bikes and garden.

    Location Host was awesome Extremly clean Comfortable Open and airy

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 458 reviews
  • Trellis Homes
    Budget options available

    Offering city views, Trellis Homes is an accommodation set in Colombo, 50 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach and 500 metres from Kollupitiya Beach.

    Great host. Very helpful. Nice and fast communication.

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 144 reviews
  • The Dutch Burgher Union
    Budget options available

    Set just less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach, The Dutch Burgher Union offers accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a lift.

    Staff members were excellent and helpful in many ways.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews
  • Dolce Casa
    Budget options available

    Situated 1.2 km from Milagiriya Beach, Dolce Casa offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

    Very spacious and clean room. Friendly staff. Great location.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 34 reviews
  • Highbury Colombo
    Budget options available

    Featuring a garden and views of garden, Highbury Colombo is a recently renovated homestay set in Colombo, 1.3 km from Milagiriya Beach.

    La deco !!! Tres jolie ! Beaucoup de goût et de soin ... du bois, des jolies ferrures, de belles boiseries .. de très belles chambres

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
  • Margarethas Nest
    Budget options available

    Located in Colombo, 1.1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach and 1.3 km from Milagiriya Beach, Margarethas Nest offers a garden and air conditioning.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Colombo

  • College House Close to Fort
    Central location

    Offering free WiFi and free private parking, College House Close to Fort is located in Colombo, within just 1.2 km of Sugathadasa Stadium.

    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
  • Hotel 106
    Central location

    Hotel 106 is located in the Borella district of Colombo, 4.4 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 4.6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 5.1 km from Khan Clock Tower.

    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
  • The Big House
    Central location

    The Big House features a 24-hour front desk. Each room at this homestay is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews
  • Colombo Orchid Villa
    Central location

    Located 500 meters from Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, Colombo Orchid Villa features free WiFi access and free private parking. The homestay also offers car hire.

    I like the honours who treated me with highest levels of care .

    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 42 reviews
  • Villa Araliya
    Central location

    Villa Araliya, a property with a garden, is located in Colombo, less than 1 km from Milagiriya Beach, a 13-minute walk from Wellawatte Beach, as well as 1.8 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
  • Leisure Villa
    Central location

    Situated in Colombo, 7.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 12 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure Villa offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Nilu always welcomes you with a smile, even at 1am in the morning.

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 84 reviews
  • Leisure home
    Central location

    Set in Colombo, 6 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 9 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure home provides accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden.

    Highly recommend Delicious food I have stayed like my home

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 88 reviews
  • The New Residence
    Central location

    Located 600 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 1.2 km from Milagiriya Beach and less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, The New Residence provides accommodation situated in Colombo.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews
  • Sunrise Boutique
    Central location

    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.

    Very nice, helpful staff. Beautifully decorated hotel.

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 291 reviews
  • Olu Colombo Villa
    Central location

    Just 300 metres from Independence square and the new Arcade shopping centre, Olu Colombo Villa offers accommodation in Colombo. The property offers free WiFi.

    Calm environment, central location, homely feel, good staff

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 49 reviews
  • Heritage Villa colombo7
    Central location

    Featuring garden views, Heritage Villa colombo7 offers accommodation with balcony, around 2.2 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    Everything was nice, the owner was polite and helpful.

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 84 reviews
  • Avega Urban - Colombo 07
    Central location

    Set in Colombo, 4.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 5.3 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Avega Urban - Colombo 07 offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews
  • Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3
    Central location

    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 staff was very friendly and helpful with everything we needed.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews
  • White Palace Colombo
    Central location

    Located within 1.5 km of R Premadasa Stadium and 3 km of Khan Clock Tower in Colombo, White Palace Colombo offers accommodation with seating area.

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews
  • Blackberry villa
    Central location

    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.

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews
  • Beverly Villa
    Central location

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, Beverly Villa is a recently renovated guest house situated in Colombo, 300 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach.

    Good price, friendly staff, ac room, ideal location in mount Lavinia and comfortable bed

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 28 reviews
  • MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3
    Central location

    MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3 is set in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, 1.3 km from Bambalapitiya Beach, 1.6 km from Galle Face Beach and 3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

    Big room with bathroom, very quiet, good to sleep.

    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 189 reviews
  • Blackout Boutique Hotel
    Central location

    Set in Colombo, within 2.8 km of Kollupitiya Beach and 2.9 km of Galle Face Beach, Blackout Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests...

    quite cool! nice bar. super friendly and we'll located!

    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 94 reviews
  • Thambili Island @ Stubbs
    Central location

    Situated in the heart of Colombo, 2.2 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital, Thambili Island @ Stubbs features a sun terrace and views of the city. Free private parking is available on site.

    Staff are really friendly and this place quite good to chill 😊

    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 162 reviews
  • Asian House
    Central location

    Offering city views, Asian House is an accommodation situated in Colombo, 1.4 km from Bambalapitiya Beach and 1.8 km from Galle Face Beach.

    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 11 reviews
  • MercuryFM 107 House - 45 Alfred House Garden Colombo 3 -15-5
    Central location

    Featuring sea views, MercuryFM 107 House - 45 Alfred House Garden Colombo 3 -15-5 provides accommodation with balcony, around 600 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach.

    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 14 reviews
  • Relation Hotel
    Central location

    Set in Colombo with Wellawatte Beach and Milagiriya Beach nearby, Relation Hotel offers accommodation with free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.6 km from Mount Lavinia Beach.

    2.3
    Scored 2.3
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 3 reviews
  • Flower Road Apartment
    Central location

    Flower Road Apartment is situated in Colombo, 1.2 km from Bambalapitiya Beach, 2.1 km from Galle Face Beach, and 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

  • Serene Haven in Colombo 8
    Central location

    Situated in Colombo, 4.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Serene Haven in Colombo 8 features recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden.

  • Lovely Room in Colombo 15
    Central location

    Lovely Room in Colombo 15 is set in Colombo, 5.2 km from Khan Clock Tower, 11 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, and 32 km from Leisure World.

  • Aathma Colombo House
    Central location

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

  • LUMBINI
    Central location

    Offering garden views, LUMBINI is an accommodation set in Colombo, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 12 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

  • Kenz Villa
    Central location

    Boasting quiet street views, Kenz Villa features accommodation with balcony, around 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

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Homestays that guests love in Colombo

  • Avg. price/night: £32.70
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 58 reviews
    This home stay flat seemed very much like a home away from home during my recent stay. The room offered every convenience one could ask for in a home, and it was spotlessly clean. The proprietor was incredibly helpful and always just a call away. I'm excited to come back soon!
    Hassan
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £32.52
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 49 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
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 747 reviews
    It’s good hostel in the main city centre staff is good friendly and they have free good breakfast I recommend best in city with low price
    Rajith
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £21.38
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 134 reviews
    Leo's home stay is extremely clean and well maintained with all amenities and polite staff.
    Bandookwala
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £29.34
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 144 reviews
    Nice little home stay tucked away in busy Colombo. Quiet and clean
    Lisa-Mae
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.75
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews
    Suresh is a great host: he helped a lot with any inquiries and made sure that I was taken care of during the stay! very nice and comfortable house with a beautiful small garden. everything was working in the room and it was extremely clean! great breakfast as well! highly recommend the place and will definitely stay again once in Sri Lanka
    Irina
    People with friends
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 29 reviews
    Lovely host, very helpful Clean and private.
    robert
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 104 reviews
    nice home stay, room, pool, nice and helping staff, good breakfast, quiet place
    Ivana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £22.17
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 987 reviews
    This is a good hostel with confortable private double room, the staff is very nice and they are always ready to help with everything. It's ok for a couple of night, clean an good for sleeping in the heart of Colombo fort.
    Elisa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.44
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    We liked the apartment. Beautiful modern design, air conditioning, lovely hosts. Close enough to the airport. And 30 min from the center of Colombo by bus. Take a taxi faster.
    Natalya
    People with friends

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