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Our top choices for Colombo 03 historic hotels

A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

1. Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo
5.0 star property
Colombo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Definitely recommend - great location"
United Kingdom
Lorraine
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Marino Beach Colombo
A modern hotel room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

2. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Sheraton Colombo Hotel
5.0 star property
Kollupitiya
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Denmark
Lars Toft
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sheraton Colombo Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV cabinet.

3. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo
4.0 star property
Kollupitiya
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (174 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff, very clean hotel"
United Kingdom
Ella
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo
An infinity pool with a view of the sea and distant land.

4. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Amari Colombo Sri Lanka
5.0 star property
Kollupitiya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Great hotel and location"
Netherlands
Stach
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Amari Colombo Sri Lanka
A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.

5. Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel
5.0 star property
Kollupitiya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The service was excellent and the property has beautiful historical and colonial charm to it. All the staff we met were very helpful and friendly. The food was amazing and I would highly recommend this hotel."
Canada
Prem
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Galle Face Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a large glass wall offering a view of the ocean.

6. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
5.0 star property
Kompannaweediya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (167 reviews)
"I stayed one night at the hotel the room was very clean and nice. The hotel staff was excellent and friendly."
United States
Manouri
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
A person in an infinity pool with a sunset view.

7. MaRadha Colombo

MaRadha Colombo
4.0 star property
Colombo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (100 reviews)
"Very nice hotel excellent staff great experience "
Canada
Yasotha
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
MaRadha Colombo
A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

8. Cinnamon Red Colombo

Cinnamon Red Colombo
3.0 star property
Kollupitiya
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast"
United States
Imali
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Cinnamon Red Colombo
A dining area with a view of the sea, featuring round tables, chairs, and a table setting with wine glasses and a plate of food.

9. Taj Samudra

Taj Samudra
5.0 star property
Kompannaweediya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (480 reviews)
"My family and I had a great time staying at Taj. Staff were friendly and buffet was good as well."
Australia
Rakesh
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Taj Samudra
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking the ocean.

10. Sofia Colombo City Hotel

Sofia Colombo City Hotel
4.0 star property
Colombo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Nice, smallish room, great view to the ocean."
Australia
Kirsten
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sofia Colombo City Hotel
A modern hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool, multiple lounge areas, and a well-lit interior.

11. Colombo Court Hotel & Spa

Colombo Court Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
Colombo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (397 reviews)
"Small boutique hotel in the heart of Colombo, walking distance to the ATM, cafes and restaurants. Service is friendly, personal and non- intrusive. Pool is small but enough for a quick dip. Gym is tiny but enough. Third time staying, will be back!"
United Kingdom
Rashmee
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Colombo Court Hotel & Spa
An infinity pool with a sunset view, a covered area, and three illuminated lanterns.

12. Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo
3.5 star property
Kollupitiya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (458 reviews)
"Everything. We love the Granbell"
United States
Imy
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Granbell Hotel Colombo
A modern infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset.

13. Pullman Colombo Downtown

Pullman Colombo Downtown
5.0 star property
Kollupitiya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Breakfast buffet is a hell of spread 😋!"
United Kingdom
Abhijit
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Pullman Colombo Downtown
A modern interior with a dining area, a plant, and a kitchen counter.

14. Shiloh Apartments

Shiloh Apartments
2.0 star property
Colombo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (17 reviews)
"Friendly supportive staff and comfortable facilities . "
Australia
Chathu
The price is AU$42
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Shiloh Apartments
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a pool, and a view of the city at dusk.

15. Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo
5.0 star property
Colombo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Excellent and professional staff"
United States
Mohamed
The price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mandarina Colombo
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

16. Renuka City Hotel

Renuka City Hotel
3.5 star property
Kollupitiya
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (564 reviews)
"Nice location for those who like to walk around the city. Spacious room and helpful staff."
Canada
Robin
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Renuka City Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden table with chairs, and large potted plants.

17. Morven Hotel Colombo

Morven Hotel Colombo
4.0 star property
Kollupitiya
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (271 reviews)
"Staff is responsive. Breakfast and dinner buffets are adequate but limited in choices. Pool is small with not much space to lounge: maybe 8 chairs? Overall probably a budget 3 star hotel."
Canada
FRANCINE
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Morven Hotel Colombo
A spacious lobby with a large skylight, a central decorative sculpture, and a marble floor.

18. Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Cinnamon Grand Colombo
5.0 star property
Kollupitiya
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"everything was very nice, great location"
Australia
Sujatha
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Cinnamon Grand Colombo
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of greenery.

19. Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

Ramada by Wyndham Colombo
4.0 star property
Kompannaweediya
7.6 out of 10, Good, (330 reviews)
"Good hotel"
American Samoa
Ardisa
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Colombo
A staircase with a modern design, featuring a unique geometric pattern on the walls and a central window.

20. Clock Inn Colombo

Clock Inn Colombo
2.5 star property
Colombo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (122 reviews)
"I saw a rat"
United States
Victor
The price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Clock Inn Colombo
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Top Colombo 03 Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"Very good location. Closer to beach and casinos"
Kalyanasundaram 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Colombo 03?
The historical sites in Colombo 03 are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. You'll also want to enjoy all there is to see and do while you're visiting the area.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Colombo 03?
In Colombo 03, there are 106 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Colombo 03?
Colombo 03 is notable for landmarks like High Commission of India, Geoffrey Bawa's Residence and Old Parliament Building. Natural beauty is on display at Galle Face Green, Galle Face Beach and Beira Lake. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Bellagio Casino and Casino Marina Colombo.
What is a historic hotel like in Colombo 03?
A guest who chooses a historic hotel has the chance to stay in a place officially recognised with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Colombo 03 usually retain authentic characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the physical building and architecture. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Colombo 03 have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Tourists who book a stay can expect the usual amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. Booking a historic hotel in Colombo 03 doesn't mean you're picking a place that's rundown.

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