Located in the heart of Colombo’s commercial district, this four-pearl Hilton offers 168 contemporary, standard rooms and apartment-style units. All rooms have attractive decor, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning, while suites have living spaces and kitchens with stovetops and ovens, though microwaves require a fee. An array of features includes an outdoor lap pool with separate kiddy pool, indoor wellness area with a gym, squash and tennis courts, and free parking. Dining options consist of an all-day international restaurant and a lounge bar. There is no full spa, however. Travelers looking for a similarly priced property closer to Galle Face Beach may prefer the historic Galle Face Hotel Colombo, though it lacks kitchen-equipped rooms.
Located in the heart of Colombo’s commercial district, this four-pearl Hilton offers 168 contemporary, standard rooms and apartment-style units. All rooms have attractive decor, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning, while suites have living spaces and kitchens with stovetops and ovens, though microwaves require a fee. An array of features includes an outdoor lap pool with separate kiddy pool, indoor wellness area with a gym, squash and tennis courts, and free parking. Dining options consist of an all-day international restaurant and a lounge bar. There is no full spa, however. Travelers looking for a similarly priced property closer to Galle Face Beach may prefer the historic Galle Face Hotel Colombo, though it lacks kitchen-equipped rooms.
An upscale 300-room property located in Colombo's well-to-do Colpetty business district, the Taj Samudra Colombo is an ideal pick for business travelers. Stuck somewhere between faded glory and contemporary style, there's outdates decor and fixtures in one area and sleek, contemporary furniture in another -- this goes for everything from rooms to restaurants. There's a host of fitness options and dining options on site, plus an outdoor pool with hot tub, tons of event space, and gorgeous 11-acre gardens. If you're looking for quality over quantity, then you may want to check out one of the city's many boutique options, like Colombo Courtyard.
An upscale 300-room property located in Colombo's well-to-do Colpetty business district, the Taj Samudra Colombo is an ideal pick for business travelers. Stuck somewhere between faded glory and contemporary style, there's outdates decor and fixtures in one area and sleek, contemporary furniture in another -- this goes for everything from rooms to restaurants. There's a host of fitness options and dining options on site, plus an outdoor pool with hot tub, tons of event space, and gorgeous 11-acre gardens. If you're looking for quality over quantity, then you may want to check out one of the city's many boutique options, like Colombo Courtyard.
The lower-middle-range Catamaran Beach Hotel has a good range of facilities, but its dingy and worn appearance is a significant downside. The 46 rooms come with flat-screen TVs, outdoor spaces, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and air-conditioning, but furnishings and fixtures are showing their age, particularly the bathrooms. The highlight here is definitely the outdoor pool with an attached kiddy section and views of the ocean, though guests should expect vendors to come up and try to sell goods. A restaurant and bar are on-site, plus breakfast is included, but food receives mixed reviews. The affordable rates make this an attractive option, but the Paradise Beach Hotel offers a better bang for your buck, as it's just slightly more expensive.
The lower-middle-range Catamaran Beach Hotel has a good range of facilities, but its dingy and worn appearance is a significant downside. The 46 rooms come with flat-screen TVs, outdoor spaces, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and air-conditioning, but furnishings and fixtures are showing their age, particularly the bathrooms. The highlight here is definitely the outdoor pool with an attached kiddy section and views of the ocean, though guests should expect vendors to come up and try to sell goods. A restaurant and bar are on-site, plus breakfast is included, but food receives mixed reviews. The affordable rates make this an attractive option, but the Paradise Beach Hotel offers a better bang for your buck, as it's just slightly more expensive.
This upper-middle-range 13-room, family-owned boutique welcomed it's first guests in 1964 as Colombo's first registered guesthouse. The modern colonial building offers a blend of contemporary and traditional styles, with mid-century decor and modern art, a restaurant and bar, and truly warm service. Located in Colombo's central Copetty neighborhood, Taru Villas - Lake Lodge is conveniently situated near major points of interest, shopping, and restaurants. Rooms are clean and comfy, with urban chic accents throughout. It's a tranquil city retreat for quiet, low-key holiday-makers -- wild partiers steer clear. For a similarly chic alternative with an equally intimate vibe, guests should consider Casa Colombo, in the Colombo 4 area.
This upper-middle-range 13-room, family-owned boutique welcomed it's first guests in 1964 as Colombo's first registered guesthouse. The modern colonial building offers a blend of contemporary and traditional styles, with mid-century decor and modern art, a restaurant and bar, and truly warm service. Located in Colombo's central Copetty neighborhood, Taru Villas - Lake Lodge is conveniently situated near major points of interest, shopping, and restaurants. Rooms are clean and comfy, with urban chic accents throughout. It's a tranquil city retreat for quiet, low-key holiday-makers -- wild partiers steer clear. For a similarly chic alternative with an equally intimate vibe, guests should consider Casa Colombo, in the Colombo 4 area.
The three-pearl Galadari Hotel has an excellent location that's convenient for a mix of travelers, but interiors are dated and worn throughout. Its 446 guest rooms have warm earth tones and clashing linens, but all have minibars, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Plus, some have excellent views of the ocean and the nearby Old Parliament Building. Extensive features includes an outdoor pool and kiddy pool, tennis court, wellness area, and seven restaurants and bars that include an Indian eatery and pastry shop. This is a decent pick for those who need to be in this area, but it's worth considering the historic Galle Face Hotel Colombo, which has more charming colonial-style rooms and beachfront terraces.
The three-pearl Galadari Hotel has an excellent location that's convenient for a mix of travelers, but interiors are dated and worn throughout. Its 446 guest rooms have warm earth tones and clashing linens, but all have minibars, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Plus, some have excellent views of the ocean and the nearby Old Parliament Building. Extensive features includes an outdoor pool and kiddy pool, tennis court, wellness area, and seven restaurants and bars that include an Indian eatery and pastry shop. This is a decent pick for those who need to be in this area, but it's worth considering the historic Galle Face Hotel Colombo, which has more charming colonial-style rooms and beachfront terraces.
The three-pearl Palm Paradise Cabanas resort is in a secluded location on Goyambokka Beach, a five-minute drive from Tangalle town. The resort has a lush tropical setting and a relaxed atmosphere, and the beach is good for swimming and snorkeling. The 28 rustic cabanas and contemporary villas all come with ceiling fans and furnished terraces. Villas feature air-conditioning, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, all of which the cabanas lack. An outdoor pool with poolside drink service, and a Sri Lankan and Asian restaurant are on-site. Travelers looking for a stay that's more upscale can check out Nuga Eden Villa Tangalle, which has an ocean-facing infinity pool and hot tub.
The three-pearl Palm Paradise Cabanas resort is in a secluded location on Goyambokka Beach, a five-minute drive from Tangalle town. The resort has a lush tropical setting and a relaxed atmosphere, and the beach is good for swimming and snorkeling. The 28 rustic cabanas and contemporary villas all come with ceiling fans and furnished terraces. Villas feature air-conditioning, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, all of which the cabanas lack. An outdoor pool with poolside drink service, and a Sri Lankan and Asian restaurant are on-site. Travelers looking for a stay that's more upscale can check out Nuga Eden Villa Tangalle, which has an ocean-facing infinity pool and hot tub.
The lower-middle-range, 14-room Villa Araliya is a quiet property that's just a five-minute walk from Negombo's public beach. The family that owns the hotel is often on-site, as are the many dogs and cats they've adopted, giving the property a lived-in vibe. Rooms range from bare-bones spaces with little more than air-conditioning, mosquito nets, and safes, to spacious apartments with full kitchens, living areas, and outdoor patios. Amenities are limited to a good-sized pool with loungers, a vegetarian restaurant serving Sri Lankan and Italian food, and free Wi-Fi. Note that wear is evident throughout, there are no TVs, and the hotel has a cash-only policy that may be inconvenient for some. It's worth considering the more impressive and similarly priced Dickman Resort, a stunning boutique property where breakfast is included.
The lower-middle-range, 14-room Villa Araliya is a quiet property that's just a five-minute walk from Negombo's public beach. The family that owns the hotel is often on-site, as are the many dogs and cats they've adopted, giving the property a lived-in vibe. Rooms range from bare-bones spaces with little more than air-conditioning, mosquito nets, and safes, to spacious apartments with full kitchens, living areas, and outdoor patios. Amenities are limited to a good-sized pool with loungers, a vegetarian restaurant serving Sri Lankan and Italian food, and free Wi-Fi. Note that wear is evident throughout, there are no TVs, and the hotel has a cash-only policy that may be inconvenient for some. It's worth considering the more impressive and similarly priced Dickman Resort, a stunning boutique property where breakfast is included.
This upper-middle-range property is situated along the beach and all of the 16 one- and two-bedroom suites have balconies with at least partial ocean views. The modern, streamlined suites have flat-screen TVs with lots of channels, air-conditioning, and kitchenettes, but despite the stovetops, no pots or pans are provided. Features consist of an outdoor pool surrounded by comfy loungers and a tiny gym, plus direct access to the public (though admittedly mediocre and trash-ridden) beach. The rooftop restaurant serves well-reviewed food for dinner alongside amazing views, but no alcohol is available. A lower-level eatery with poolside tables is open for breakfast and lunch, or there are plenty of options nearby. If the in-room kitchenettes aren't a necessity, travelers may prefer the Jetwing Sea, which has two pools and a spa.
This upper-middle-range property is situated along the beach and all of the 16 one- and two-bedroom suites have balconies with at least partial ocean views. The modern, streamlined suites have flat-screen TVs with lots of channels, air-conditioning, and kitchenettes, but despite the stovetops, no pots or pans are provided. Features consist of an outdoor pool surrounded by comfy loungers and a tiny gym, plus direct access to the public (though admittedly mediocre and trash-ridden) beach. The rooftop restaurant serves well-reviewed food for dinner alongside amazing views, but no alcohol is available. A lower-level eatery with poolside tables is open for breakfast and lunch, or there are plenty of options nearby. If the in-room kitchenettes aren't a necessity, travelers may prefer the Jetwing Sea, which has two pools and a spa.
The gorgeous, upscale Buckingham Place boutique resort is a peaceful, secluded retreat with Rekawa Beach access and within a wildlife sanctuary. Its 16 massive contemporary rooms and suites have huge bathrooms and balconies, terraces, or private gardens offering fabulous Rekawa Lagoon views. Though the five-acre grounds provide many spots to kick back, including two pools, gardens, and a Mezzanine Lounge, there’s no gym, and both the massage room and garden pool are tiny. The Oceanfront restaurant is pricey, but has great food, and an all-day breakfast is included in rates. The free minibars in rooms and free canoe and bike rentals are also standout perks. The sleepy village surroundings are isolated and airports are over three hours away. Closer to Tangalle, Nuga Eden Villa Tangalle is much cheaper and has a bigger pool, but is far less luxurious.
The gorgeous, upscale Buckingham Place boutique resort is a peaceful, secluded retreat with Rekawa Beach access and within a wildlife sanctuary. Its 16 massive contemporary rooms and suites have huge bathrooms and balconies, terraces, or private gardens offering fabulous Rekawa Lagoon views. Though the five-acre grounds provide many spots to kick back, including two pools, gardens, and a Mezzanine Lounge, there’s no gym, and both the massage room and garden pool are tiny. The Oceanfront restaurant is pricey, but has great food, and an all-day breakfast is included in rates. The free minibars in rooms and free canoe and bike rentals are also standout perks. The sleepy village surroundings are isolated and airports are over three hours away. Closer to Tangalle, Nuga Eden Villa Tangalle is much cheaper and has a bigger pool, but is far less luxurious.
Debuting as one of the hippest kids on the block, the upscale and fresh-faced OZO Colombo opened its doors -- and 158 super-stylish and modern rooms -- in 2014. Rising high with 14 floors, this uber-contemporary hotel is full off large floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning panoramic views, functionally chic rooms with snazzy amenities, a rooftop infinity pool deck, nightclub lounge, small but decked out gym, 24-hour reception and snack bar, and daily happy hours with unparalleled sunset views. While it attracts all types, the vibe is best for younger couples and groups of friends who want a "sexier" Sri Lankan vacation.
Debuting as one of the hippest kids on the block, the upscale and fresh-faced OZO Colombo opened its doors -- and 158 super-stylish and modern rooms -- in 2014. Rising high with 14 floors, this uber-contemporary hotel is full off large floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning panoramic views, functionally chic rooms with snazzy amenities, a rooftop infinity pool deck, nightclub lounge, small but decked out gym, 24-hour reception and snack bar, and daily happy hours with unparalleled sunset views. While it attracts all types, the vibe is best for younger couples and groups of friends who want a "sexier" Sri Lankan vacation.