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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
162 reviews

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
237 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Ideally set in Colombo, Regent Residencies - Colombo is a recently renovated homestay, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. With city views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

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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9.5
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Set within 1.3 km of Milagiriya Beach and 1.7 km of Bambalapitiya Beach, Highbury Colombo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo. This recently renovated homestay is located 1.7 km from Wellawatte Beach and 1.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

It is beautiful and serene and the hosts are kind and accommodating! I loved the breakfast here, highly recommend 💛

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9.5
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
£43
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.

The room was very nice and cold because of the aircon. Also, the stuff was friendly and helped us with some issues

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9.3
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£23
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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9.6
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
£40
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.

Hot water, strong wifi, and great hosts, this homestay is an oasis in Colombo. It has a pretty garden and is quiet at night, so you can get a good night's sleep. This place was exactly what I needed after being sick. Everything is new, and it looks like the photos. The owner was amazing. He was very responsive to all my WhatsApp inquiries prior to my arrival. He even drove me to the hospital to see a doctor. I'll be coming back on my way back to Colombo.

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9.2
Superb
85 reviews
Price from
£30
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

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

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

The homestay also offers car hire. R Premadasa Stadium is 8 km from Colombo Orchid Villa, while U.S. Embassy is 9 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 32 km from the property.

Super clean comfortable and very friendly hosts.

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9.7
Exceptional
43 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

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  • 55TG Boutique Suites
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 162 reviews

    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 👍🏻

  • Sayura House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 237 reviews

    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!

  • Regent Residencies - Colombo
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    Ideally set in Colombo, Regent Residencies - Colombo is a recently renovated homestay, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    A very nice room. Very clean and comfortable. Nice clean bathroom . Lovely breakfast.

  • Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews

    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.

  • Aathma Colombo House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

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

  • Visakha 6
    Breakfast options
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 272 reviews

    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

  • Dolce Casa
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 34 reviews

    Situated 1.2 km from Milagiriya Beach, Dolce Casa offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a terrace and a bar. It is set 1.5 km from Bambalapitiya Beach and offers full-day security.

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

  • Olu Colombo Villa
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 52 reviews

    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

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  • Highbury Colombo
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set within 1.3 km of Milagiriya Beach and 1.7 km of Bambalapitiya Beach, Highbury Colombo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

    The owner let us check in early. Fantastic calm zen feel to the property.

  • Dumi's Shelter Home Stay
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 85 reviews

    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!

  • Greenscape Colombo
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 476 reviews

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

    Very nice staff. Super friendly and helpful. Room was clean. Great location

  • The Dutch Burgher Union
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews

    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.

  • Serene Haven in Colombo 8

    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.

  • Beverly Villa
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 28 reviews

    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

  • Flower Road Apartment
    Budget options available

    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.

  • The New Residence
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    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.

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

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  • Hotel 106
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    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.

  • Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 96 reviews

    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

  • The Big House
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    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.

  • Colombo Orchid Villa
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 43 reviews

    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.

    very clean sheets and room with peaceful quiet space.

  • Leisure Villa
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 87 reviews

    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.

    L hospitalité et la gentillesse de notre hôte Nilu

  • College House Close to Fort
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, College House Close to Fort is located in Colombo, 2.7 km from Khan Clock Tower and 2.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

  • Sunrise Boutique
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 309 reviews

    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.

  • Heritage Villa colombo7
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 90 reviews

    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.

  • City Stay By Sunrise
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 334 reviews

    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

  • Avega Urban - Colombo 07
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    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.

  • Blue Lotus Garden Hotel piliyandala
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, Blue Lotus Garden Hotel piliyandala is situated in Colombo, 18 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 22 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

  • Elegance Oasis, Colombo 3
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 118 reviews

    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.

  • White Palace Colombo
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    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.

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

    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.

  • MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 194 reviews

    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.

  • Blackout Boutique Hotel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 96 reviews

    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!

  • Thambili Island @ Stubbs
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 163 reviews

    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 😊

  • Asian House
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 12 reviews

    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.

    People from the accommodation were very helpful, the room was OK, Wi-Fi was working without issues.

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

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

  • Relation Hotel
    2.3
    Scored 2.3
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 3 reviews

    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.

  • College House Close to Fort and Pettah

    College House Close to Fort and Pettah is set in Colombo, 8.2 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 31 km from Leisure World, and 37 km from St Anthony's Church.

  • No 21

    No 21, a property with a garden and a terrace, is situated in Colombo, 1.4 km from Bambalapitiya Beach, 1.4 km from Kollupitiya Beach, as well as 2.5 km from Milagiriya Beach.

  • Heaven Villa colombo

    Heaven Villa colombo, a property with a garden, is located in Colombo, less than 1 km from Milagiriya Beach, a 12-minute walk from Bambalapitiya Beach, as well as 2.2 km from Wellawatte Beach.

  • 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.

  • Ellen’s place

    Ellen’s place, a property with a garden and a terrace, is located in Colombo, 4.9 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 5.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, as well as 5.6 km from Khan Clock Tower.

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Homestays that guests love in Colombo

  • Avg. price/night: £104.46
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews
    Great hosts and property
    James
    Young couple
  • 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
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 18 reviews
    Good location lovely host but still a long way to go to make things at least, to near perfect
    Carole-Anne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £36.41
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 272 reviews
    Uncle Ben and his wife made us feel very welcome in their homestay which is nicely located in the quiet, yet still lively neighbourhood of Bambalapitiya. The room and bathroom were clean and we were served a very tasty and rich sri lankan breakfast. We would definitely recommend Visakha 6 for a decent stay in Colombo!
    Dimitris
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £16.63
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 94 reviews
    Best homestay ever! A home away from home. The owner and her son were very kind and helpful. The breakfast and dinner are very delicious. Highly reccommended.
    Joanna May
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £19.63
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 90 reviews
    It’s like a homestay. Had to wait 10m Infront of it, but then we had no further issues. Had the best showers in Sri Lanka over there. A lot of pressure ;) It’s a little bit ghostly in this house which is kinda some shared living space, but we basically had the house for us. There was a kitchen in the basement too.
    Jan
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £33.18
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 60 reviews
    Beautifully wooden chalet with a stunning view! Everything was so clean and it really felt like a home. Chamath was such a good host with good advice and a really caring attitude. Perfect to explore Colombo and to relax afterwards! Thank you so much and all the best!
    Maximilian
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews
    Great hosts...
    Steve
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.98
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 100 reviews
    This is a homestay private property more a bed and breakfast. We reached late at night and were checked into a small room. However the staff were very nice and upgraded us to a better room the next day, which was large and comfortable and even had a bathtup and bidet! An excellent and homely breakfast. Also a good moderately prices vegetarian and non vegetarian restaurant just 400 m away - Taco Bell, coffee shops etc also nearby.
    Arun
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £33
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 62 reviews
    Exceptionally good host Very friendly and helpful..Arranged our Tulktuk and kept our baggage as long as we wanted .Good wifi and AC.Close to the station . good little eatery down stairs
    Richard
    Young couple

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