The Residence

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colombo with a 24-hour front desk

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Interior
Lobby sitting area
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Porch
Located in Bambalapitiya, The Residence provides a comfortable stay with a peaceful terrace for unwinding. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi, start their day with English breakfast, and access the business center with 24-hour front desk support whenever needed.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Bambalapitiya, a neighbourhood in Colombo, is home to The Residence. Geoffrey Bawa's Residence and Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Colombo City Centre and Marino Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sinhalese Sports Club or R. Premadasa Stadium.
Map
471 - 4/1, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, 00300

What's nearby

  • Marino Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bellagio Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Galle Face Green - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 6 min walk
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Plate - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Majestic Food Court - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roots - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Acropol Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - Bambalapitiya - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Residence

Hotel near Colombo City Centre
The Residence provides amenities, such as a terrace and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a lift
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • A computer station
Room features
All guest rooms at The Residence have thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8 AM to 9 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 7 per person
  • Service fee: 18 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Residence Hotel Colombo
Residence Colombo
The Residence Hotel
The Residence Colombo
The Residence Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Residence?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Residence?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Residence?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Residence located?

Located in Bambalapitiya, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Majestic City and German Embassy Colombo. Marino Mall and Saskia Fernando Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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