Borella Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Galle Face Green

Galle Face Green

4/5(39 reviews)

After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Face Green
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

4/5(26 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct during your visit to Colombo. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

House of Fashions

4/5(2 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at House of Fashions during your stay in Colombo. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

House of Fashions

Colombo City Centre

3.5/5(4 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02.

Colombo City Centre

Nawaloka Hospital

4/5(3 reviews)

If Nawaloka Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Colombo 02.

Nawaloka Hospital

Pettah Market

4/5(24 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Pettah Market during your trip to Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Pettah Market

Activities

Kandy to Pinnawala Orphanage and Ambuluwawa TukTuk Day Tour

Kandy to Pinnawala Orphanage and Ambuluwawa TukTuk Day Tour

AU$38
per adult
Kandy to Pinnawala Orphanage and Ambuluwawa TukTuk Day Tour
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Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

AU$47
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Colombo City Tour by Tuk tuk with Hotel Pickup - All Include

Colombo City Tour by Tuk tuk with Hotel Pickup - All Include

AU$39
per adult
Colombo City Tour by Tuk tuk with Hotel Pickup - All Include
Colombo: Guided City Tour with Entry Tickets

Colombo: Guided City Tour with Entry Tickets

AU$56
per adult
Colombo: Guided City Tour with Entry Tickets
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour

AU$112
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour
Colombo: City Highlights Tuk-Tuk Tour All Inclusive

Colombo: Tuk Tuk City Highlights Tour with Lunch

AU$59
per adult
Colombo: Tuk Tuk City Highlights Tour with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Borella Hotel Deals

Artisan Villa Colombo

Artisan Villa Colombo

3 out of 5
18 Tickell Rd, Colombo, WP
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions House of Fashions and Royal Colombo ...
"Atthough an interesting property it needs to be professionally managed and serviced. The general quality of the bedding could be better. The air conditioning was noisy - which meant we could not sleep well. Nevertheless the staff were helpful & friendly"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2024

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Artisan Villa Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is AU$281 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$281
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Amazing service, breakfast buffet and the Shang Palace is definitely worth a visit! A perfect place to unwind and get over jet lag."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo

5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel, very Moderna and comfortable. Breakfast was good value for money too."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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Mandarina Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is AU$161 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$161
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"I stayed at Marino Beach Hotel for five nights recently and it was perfect. The staff made the biggest difference in my stay, they were friendly, available, and provided services immediately. This makes a big difference when you are jet lagged and need something early in the morning or late at night. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$156 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$156
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"First rate updated bathroom. Room was nicely renovated. Ocean view room worth extra. Breakfast on oceanfront veranda was bliss. Walking distance to mall convenient. Air conditioning great in room. Bar restaurant also had air con. Heat at outdoor veranda oppressively hot in evening—my opinion Recommend ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Galle Face Hotel
Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

3.5 out of 5
Kollupitiya Road, 282/5, Colombo, Western Province
The price is AU$131 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$131
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (278 reviews)
"Absolutely stunning hotel, highly recommend a sea view room here. Beautiful room, excellent view, even the gym is rooms including dance studio have ocean views! Rooftop pool overlooking the ocean is magnificent, with nice minima progressive house music playing. Staff are the best. Just book your ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Granbell Hotel Colombo
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Other neighbourhoods around Borella

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Cinnamon Gardens

You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Sri Lanka National Museum or Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre.

Cinnamon Gardens
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Maradana

When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Maradana
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Ibbanwala

Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Chabad of Sri Lanka.

Ibbanwala
Colombo showing general coastal views, a city and a skyscraper

Suduwella

While Suduwella may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre.

Suduwella
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Hunupitiya

Hunupitiya might not have many top sights, but Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hunupitiya
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Thimbirigasyaya

While visiting Thimbirigasyaya, you might make a stop by sights like Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Arcade Independence Square.

Thimbirigasyaya

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