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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Colombo, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hotel Janaki |
7.3 / 10 (90 Reviews) |
From 37$ | |
| Morven Hotel Colombo |
7.0 / 10 (389 Reviews) |
From 24$ | |
| Cinnamon Red Colombo |
8.5 / 10 (4085 Reviews) |
From 46$ | |
| Star Anise Boutique Capsules Hotel |
9.1 / 10 (743 Reviews) |
From 33$ | |
| Shangri-La Colombo |
8.8 / 10 (1584 Reviews) |
From 145$ |
There’s a lot to love about Sri Lanka – its stunning beaches, rich culture, and fabulous food. But when it comes to choosing a place to stay, the options can be overwhelming. So, why choose a Central hotel in Colombo when travelling to Sri Lanka?
For starters, Central hotels are located in the heart of the city, making it easy to get around. Colombo is a bustling metropolis with a lot to see and do, so being in the middle of the action is a big plus. Plus, with so many Central hotels to choose from, you’re sure to find one that suits your needs and budget.
Central hotels are also known for their top-notch service and amenities. From well-equipped fitness centres to pools and restaurants, you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips. And, with staff that is attentive and eager to please, you’ll feel like Royalty from the moment you arrive.
So, if you’re looking for a comfortable, convenient, and luxurious place to stay in Colombo, book a Central hotel today!.
Best Hotels in Colombo Downtown
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Hotel Janaki
From 37$
Hotel Janaki Colombo is 2-star accommodation set about a 25-minute walk of Sinhalese Sports Club. The hotel has an à la carte restaurant with dishes of international cuisine and is situated just off the Tranquil Ashokaramaya Buddhist Temple.
This modern property is nestled in the heart of Colombo, 2.9 km of Narahenpita train station. Thimbirigasyaya is about a 25-minute walk of the hotel in Colombo. The 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" is around 10 minutes by car. Hotel Janaki is about 20 minutes' drive from Ratmalana Air Force Base airport, which is 0.5 km away.
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Morven Hotel Colombo
From 24$
Placed at 2.2 km distance from the public Viharamahadevi Park, the 4-star Wonder Hotel Colombo provides guests with a baggage storage and a shop. Featuring 90 rooms with views of the ocean, the hotel is set about 25 minutes on foot from the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green".
This property is set in the Kollupitiya district, 10 minutes' drive from Narahenpita station. Colpetty Jummah Masjid is in the immediate vicinity of the hotel in Colombo. National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka is also close by. Wonder Hotel Colombo is located 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and 0.8 km from Kollupitiya Pan Asia Bank halt bus stop.
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Cinnamon Red Colombo
From 46$
Located amidst coffee shops, a bar and a restaurant, 6 minutes on foot from National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka, this 4-star Cinnamon Red Colombo comprises 243 rooms. An à la carte restaurant is available in the hotel that boasts a highest location close to National Museum of Colombo.
The comfortable modern accommodation lies in the Kollupitiya district, within 10 minutes' ride from Narahenpita station. The hotel is located 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Colombo. The distance to Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport is 0.5 km.
Hotels in Colombo City Centre With Parking
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Star Anise Boutique Capsules Hotel
From 33$
Set 19 minutes' stroll of Sambodhi Chaithya Stupa, this 2-star Star Anise Boutique Capsule Hotel Colombo is located near Bank of Ceylon Tower. The boutique style capsule hotel offers high speed Internet access in public areas and has a 24/7 business centre for those staying on business.
The budget accommodation is placed in the Fort district, 25 minutes by foot from Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct. A short distance to a train station enables you to get to St Peter's Church in no time. A 5-minute drive will take you from this Colombo hotel to World Trade Center. Due to its location 0.5 km from Kelaniya airport, fast access to Star Anise Boutique Capsule Hotel is provided.
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Shangri-La Colombo
From 145$
2.5 km of Colombo Harbour Harbor, Shangri-La Colombo offers accommodation with 541 rooms. Featuring a beachfront location, this hotel includes an indoor pool as well as yoga classes and fitness club, plus guests can visit Colombo Fort, which is about 15 minutes' walk away.
The 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green" is a few steps away, while Narahenpita train station is a 10-minute drive from the property. The 5-star hotel in Colombo is 6 km of Pettah Floating Market. This accommodation is located close to the Indian Ocean. Galle face halt 2 bus stop is at a distance of only a 5-minute walk from Shangri-La Colombo.
Hotels in Colombo
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Bentota River Seaplane Base, Bandaranaike International, Victoria Reservoir SPB, Polgolla Reservoir Sea Plane, Kelaniya |
| Average price 💰 | 80$ |
| Hotels in Colombo 🏨 | 529 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 4505 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | St Anthony's Shrine, R Premadasa Stadium, Talangama Wetland, National Museum of Colombo, All Saints' Church |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Hotel Janaki |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Morven Hotel Colombo |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Cinnamon Red Colombo |
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The Capsule Hotel
From 19$
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this 2-star The Capsule Hotel Colombo offers accommodation a 25-minute walk from the national monument "Independence Memorial Hall". Set 2.8 km of the 39-storey towers "World Trade Center", it is the capsule hotel to stay in the Kollupitiya district of the city.
Placed 10 minutes' drive from the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green", the smoke-free property is also located 7 km of Narahenpita railway station. The beach is within a stroll from this Colombo hotel. Kollupitiya Pan Asia Bank halt bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is only a 5-minute stroll of the accommodation. Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport can be accessed in 15 minutes' car journey.
Hotels in Downtown Colombo With Pool
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Galle Face Hotel
From 76$
Placed within 10 minutes' ride from Excel World Entertainment Park, the 5-star Galle Face Hotel Colombo includes views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel entices guests to try Sri Lankan and Asian cuisine at one of the 3 restaurants on site.
Centrally located in the Galle Face Beach district, this luxury property is a good choice for exploring the 39-storey towers "World Trade Center", located 15 minutes by car. A popular place in Colombo is the historic Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, which is 2.2 km away. The hotel is a 5-minute stroll from Galle face halt 1 bus stop and 8 km of Narahenpita train station in Colombo.
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Cinnamon Lakeside
From 79$
Situated near a bar and coffee shops in 10 minutes' drive from Pettah Floating Market, the 5-star Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo comprises 346 rooms at 4.5 km distance from the restored Khan Clock Tower. Boasting location in the Fort district, this Colombo hotel has an Asian restaurant and squash, tennis and darts onsite.
The business property is nestled in the very heart of Colombo, within a 10-minute ride from Narahenpita train station. The centre of Colombo is reachable within 5 minutes' walk. This luxury hotel is located close to the Indian Ocean. Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo has a tranquil location in Colombo, not far from 7° North. Galadari Hotel halt bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is within 10 minutes' walk of the property.
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Lilac By Seclusion
From 47$
The 3-star Lilac By Seclusion Hotel Colombo lies at 2.4 km distance from National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka. This Colombo guest house offers laundry and housekeeping as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
Located in an area known as Kollupitiya district, the budget property is within 10 minutes' ride from the national monument "Independence Memorial Hall". Guests can reach Colombo city centre in 30 minutes on foot. Also, the hotel is 25 minutes by foot from Galle Face Green, while Narahenpita is placed nearly a 10-minute ride away. Well-connected to many sights, Lilac By Seclusion Hotel is a 5-minute stroll of Kollupitiya Pan Asia Bank halt bus station.
Budget Hotels In Colombo City Centre
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Nh Collection Colombo Hotel
From 98$
Situated near a coffee shop and a bar 10 minutes' ride away from the historic Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, the 5-star Movenpick Hotel Colombo comprises 219 rooms a mere 5 minutes' walk of Liberty Plaza. Guests can enjoy Chinese cuisine in a Thai restaurant of this Colombo hotel and relax by a swimming pool.
The luxury property is near a tube station enabling quick access to National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka. You can reach the centre of Colombo in 20 minutes on foot. The hotel is located close to the Indian Ocean.
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The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel
From 87$
Offering direct access to the 39 - storey towers "World Trade Center", this elegant The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel enjoys a magnificent location in the heart of Colombo. The 5-star luxury hotel is placed 3.2 km of National Museum of Colombo, and invites guests to one of the 7 onsite restaurants.
The business property is located 3.8 km from for PW and within a 15-minute drive away from the 5 ha ocean-side urban park "Galle Face Green". The own beach of Colombo is near to the hotel. Central Bank of Sri Lanka is a few minutes away. Kelaniya airport is 0.5 km from The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel and Narahenpita train station is approximately a 20-minute ride away.
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Hotel Nippon Colombo
From 37$
Hotel Nippon Colombo offers 4-star accommodation about 15 minutes' drive from the restored Khan Clock Tower. The hotel has a Chinese restaurant with dishes of Indian cuisine and is situated just off St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church.
Placed 2.7 km to for PW, this Colombo property is also located at 7 km distance from Narahenpita railway station. You can get to the centre of Colombo in about 10 minutes' walk. The hotel is 2.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium. Kelaniya airport can be reached within a 20-minute drive.
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Cinnamon Grand Colombo
From 105$
Located in the Galle Face Beach district, Cinnamon Grand Colombo is next-door to Colombo Swimming Club and in a 15-minute drive away from the twin towers "World Trade Center". Offering 14 onsite restaurants with European, Italian and Spanish cuisine, the hotel is set in 25 minutes' walk of National Museum of Colombo.
This Colombo property is placed about 0.5 km from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base airport and a few minutes' walk from St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. The 5-star hotel is also 3.4 km of R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation is located close to the Indian Ocean. The nearest train station is Narahenpita, which is approximately a 10-minute ride away.
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Metro Port City Hotel
From 22$
Located 25 minutes' walk of Grand Mosque of Colombo, this 3-star Metro Port City Hotel Colombo offers 24-hour reception, concierge service and tour/ticket assistance. The smoke free hotel is known for its lovely vibes.
The Notable 17th - century Wolvendaal Protestant Church is not very far away, while Narahenpita station is a 20-minute drive from the property. Pettah Vegetable and Fruits market is set a few blocks away from this Colombo hotel. Guests may also get to R Premadasa Stadium, which is a 10-minute ride away. Metro Port City Hotel is a 10-minute stroll from Gunasinghepura bus stop.
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Hilton Colombo Hotel
From 93$
Hilton Colombo Hotel is a renowned 5-star property set 2.8 km from the historic Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque and 3 km from the public Viharamahadevi Park. This hotel offers a laundry room, valet parking and housekeeping as well as high speed Internet access throughout the property.
The accommodation in Fort district, 4.4 km from the 39 - storey towers "World Trade Center". The luxury hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean and is a short walk from Colombo Rowing Club. Guests will find themselves 8 km from Narahenpita train station.
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Pearl City Hotel
From 38$
The 3-star Pearl City Hotel Colombo is set 5 km from the restored Khan Clock Tower and 6 km of Colombo Fort. The hotel serves local meals prepared in the a la carte restaurant on site.
The property puts you in the heart of Colombo, 2.7 km to Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. Bambalapitiya Majestic City halt bus stop is approximately a 5-minute walk from the perfect hotel and a 10-minute drive from is enough to get to Narahenpita train station.
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The Galadari Hotel
From 57$
In a 5-minute stroll from the twin towers "World Trade Center", Galadari Hotel Colombo offers accommodation with 426 rooms. This hotel is placed around a 20-minute stroll of Colombo Dutch Museum, and provides guests with a hot tub and sauna facilities.
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct is a few steps away, while Narahenpita train station is within 20 minutes' ride from the property. The 5-star hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean and is a short walk from Old Parliament Building. The bus stop President's office halt is located at the distance of merely 150 metres from this accommodation. Due to its location 0.5 km from Kelaniya airport, it will take about 20 minutes' drive to get there.
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Ceylon City Hotel, Colombo
From 32$
Offering cars along with airport shuttles and dry cleaning, this 3-star Ceylon City Hotel lies in vicinity of Bohra Masjid Colombo. Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple is placed in 3.4 km away, and Bluefield Tea Gardens is within a 5-minute stroll from the hotel.
The budget accommodation is nestled in the heart of Colombo and within 8 km to Narahenpita train station. The hotel is located in a tourist area of Colombo. This Colombo property is located close to the Indian Ocean. Pettah Floating Market also lies in 4.5 km away. There is Thummulla Roundabout bus station close to Ceylon City Hotel, it's less than a 10-minute walk away.
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Urban Bliss Studio
From 65$
Urban Bliss Studio Bed & Breakfast Colombo lies 6 km from Central Bank Currency Museum. The bed & breakfast provides shuttle service and 24-hour security.
Placed within 4.7 km to R Premadasa Stadium, the accommodation is also located at 2.9 km distance from Narahenpita railway station. The hotel is 4 km away from the centre of Colombo. The public Viharamahadevi Park lies about a 10-minute ride away.
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Taj Samudra, Colombo Hotel
From 110$
Cradled within coffee shops and a bar, a 15-minute ride from Pettah Floating Market, the 5-star Taj Samudra Hotel Colombo comprises 300 rooms. Located in the Galle Face Beach district, the hotel features lawn tennis and ping pong along with a swimming pool.
This luxury property boasts an ideal location 8 km away from Narahenpita train station. The hotel is settled in the centre of Colombo. The charming accommodation is located close to the Indian Ocean. Galle Face Terrace can be found in the area. Galle face halt 1 bus station is situated about 5 minutes' stroll from Taj Samudra Hotel.
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Residence On Park Street
From 147$
Uga Residence Colombo is an attractive 5-star property set in a 5-minute drive from Pettah Floating Market and within a 10-minute ride from the decorative 1909 Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. Boasting valet parking and ironing, this hotel also provides guests with banquet and meeting facilities, and a photocopier.
The centre of Colombo can be reached within a 15-minute walk. National Museum of Colombo is a 15-minute walk away, and Narahenpita is situated within 6 km to the hotel. Due to its location 0.5 km from Kelaniya airport, it will take about 20 minutes' drive to get there.