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Highbury Colombo

Havelock Town, Colombo

Featuring a terrace and views of garden, Highbury Colombo is a recently renovated homestay set in Colombo, 1.1 km from Milagiriya Beach.

M
Maria Sofia
From
France
Amazing place ! Beautiful rooms and garden, with a magic atmosphere ! Definetely recommend. The hosts were also very friendly and gave good advices. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$77
1 night, 2 adults

Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays

Colombo

Featuring city views, Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays features accommodation with balcony, around 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

S
Simon
From
Germany
Great place in Colombo. I’ve stayed there two times during my travels in Sri Lanka. It’s a bit outside but with Tuk Tuk it’s not a big deal. The host and stuff were great! Can fully recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$54.45
1 night, 2 adults

Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11

Colombo

Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

D
Desta
From
United Kingdom
It was a dream to stay in such a beautiful, meditative, artistic home! Priyantha and the staff were lovely, breakfast was amazing, I really hope to get back one day. Wonderful place, especially if you're a writer or creative, very inspiring.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$418
1 night, 2 adults

Aathma Colombo House

Colombo

Set in Colombo on a private peninsula by the banks of the historic Diyawanna Lake, Aathma Colombo House provides accommodation with a garden.

L
Lynda
From
Portugal
Beautiful property in every way ; beautifully furnished ; exceptional staff ; exceptional location overlooking the lake in peace and tranquility .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

55TG Boutique Suites

Colombo

Located in the suburbs of Colombo city, 55TG Boutique Suites offers an authentic home stay experience in a two story 1920's period house with a garden, outdoor pavilion, living room and a lounge.

H
Holger
From
Germany
This place is an oasis in Colombo. We just had one overnight after our arrival at Colombo airport. It’s about 45min from the airport (wo. traffic jam). The interieur and garden area of the boutique hotel is really nice. The staff was very friendly and supportive. The Sri Lankan breakfast is a recommendation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

Sayura House

Wellawatte, Colombo

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Sayura House offers accommodation in Colombo, 3.5 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital. Free private parking is available on site.

a
ainura
From
Kyrgyzstan
Super friendly staff and the most adorable dog! The room was exactly like the photos, very neat, clean and had a lot of storage space. All the facilities were in place and in perfect condition. The location is also quite nice with grocery shops, restaurants and bakeries nearby. We stayed here for 10 days and everything was perfect)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews
Price from
US$54.75
1 night, 2 adults

COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre

Colombo

Located within 15 km of R Premadasa Stadium and 16 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, COLOMBO Eco Lodge & Wellness Centre provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

P
Perera
From
Australia
The place was clean, cozy and convenient access from all directions. Definitely a real Sri Lankan experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults

IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo

A recently renovated property, IGN Residence Colombo is situated in Colombo near Bambalapitiya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery.

J
Janis
From
Germany
Looking for history without kitsch I discovered this discrete Guesthouse . Away from the crowds of Colombo, the spacious room and antique charm gave me a fantastic rest after exploring Sri Lanka’s capital. With all the qualities of a classic hotel I could enjoy style and comfort while maintaining the privacy of home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$79.20
1 night, 2 adults

LUMBINI home stay

Colombo

Offering garden views, LUMBINI home stay is an accommodation set in Colombo, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 12 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

J
Jadwiga
From
Poland
It was a really nice place and we feel taken cared of. We couldn't imagine a better start to our trip around Sri Lanka.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Duvi's Shelter Bungalow

Colombo

Set just 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Duvi's Shelter Bungalow offers accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

J
Jayla
From
France
This is the best place in colombo to stay, it's very clean, really comfortable, and private ."The hosts " they are beyond excellent, extremely helpful . I felt like my family. 100% recommended , the location is also great and safe, you can find restaurants and supermarkets really nearby.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Price from
US$38.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews

Save money on homestays in Colombo and nearby – budget options available

Freedom Hut

Colombo
Budget options available

Set within 300 metres of Bambalapitiya Beach and 1.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Freedom Hut offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

From US$31.08 per night

Trellis Homes

Colombo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Set within 50 metres of Bambalapitiya Beach and less than 1 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station in Colombo, Trellis Homes features accommodation with seating area.

From US$30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Boasting inner courtyard views, The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4 features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

From US$80.09 per night

Visakha 6

Colombo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

Located in Colombo, near Milagiriya Beach, Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Barefoot Gallery, Visakha 6 features a shared lounge.

From US$53.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 reviews

Greenscape Colombo offers free bikes, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in Colombo, 1.6 km from Milagiriya Beach.

From US$47 per night

Tasneem Villa

Havelock Town, Colombo
Budget options available

Located in Colombo with Milagiriya Beach nearby, Tasneem Villa provides accommodation with free private parking.

From US$59.94 per night

Located in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 5.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 8.8 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Luna House Nawala provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony...

From US$96.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Offering a garden and city view, Jays Guest Diyatha Waterfront is situated in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 7.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 7.6 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

From US$41.82 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Colombo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Set in Colombo within 800 metres of Kollupitiya Beach and 3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3 offers rooms with free WiFi.

From US$25 per night

Flower Road Villa

Colombo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located within less than 1 km of Kollupitiya Beach and 2.9 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Flower Road Villa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

From US$145 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

White Room in Colombo Seven, a property with a garden, is set in Colombo, 4.6 km from Khan Clock Tower, 4.7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, as well as 31 km from Leisure World.

From US$35.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews

Featuring garden views, Heritage Villa colombo7 offers accommodation with terrace, around 2.2 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

From US$25.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

Located less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 5 km from Khan Clock Tower and 6.8 km from R Premadasa Stadium, THE WISH RESIDENCE Kollupitiya, SeaSide Next To Marino beach Hotel, Colombo 3...

From US$39.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Well set in the Borella district of Colombo, Solace More Hotel - Borella is located 5.7 km from Khan Clock Tower, 31 km from Leisure World and 39 km from St Anthony's Church.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Set within 800 metres of Wellawatte Beach and 2.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station in Colombo, Motel VIP provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$27.75 per night

Beverly Villa

Colombo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Beverly Villa is situated in Colombo, 300 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach and 6.5 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

From US$55 per night

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Villa 53

Battaramulla
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

Located just 10 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Villa 53 offers accommodation in Battaramulla with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security.

From US$53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Located 11 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Enderamulla Casual Home provides accommodation in Wattala with access to wellness packages. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

From US$12.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

Ideally set in Colombo, Regent Residencies - Colombo is a recently renovated homestay, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

Featuring sea views, Luxe Colombo Heights offers accommodation with a rooftop pool, an indoor pool and a garden, around 1.3 km from Galle Face Beach.

Manimalar guest

Colombo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring city views, Manimalar guest provides accommodation with balcony, around 1.8 km from Khan Clock Tower.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach.

From US$484 per night

The Colombo Grid

Colombo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

The Colombo Grid, a property with a garden, is located in Colombo, 5.7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 6.5 km from Khan Clock Tower, as well as 32 km from Leisure World.

From US$24.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Featuring a balcony with city views, a garden and a bar, Dolce Italia Rooms can be found in Colombo, close to Milagiriya Beach and 1.8 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station.

From US$50.91 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Colombo

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Avg. price/night: US$35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Friendly helpful Homestay, with a wonderful welcome drink. The house is beautiful, with a very comfortable room and attached shower area. Very clean and well presented
Guest review by
Samantha
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$126.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
It’s a wonderful house. I didn’t realize it was a home stay, but was very grateful it was for my list night in Sri Lanka. When I walked in, music was playing and the water sounds coming from the indoor garden’s pond immediately made me feel like I had stepped out of the busy city and into an oasis. Relaxing house with lots of nooks and crannies, areas to curl up and read a book. I wish I had spent another night.
Guest review by
Alysse
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$126.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Architecture, furniture, tranquility, garden, air con, lovely hosts and amazing breakfast.
Guest review by
Courtney
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$47
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 953 reviews
Nice area, really comfy beds, great host
Guest review by
Michelle
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
Loved staying at this home stay. The owner took me out to a supermarket and gave me all sorts of information. Would stay here again!
Guest review by
Marloes
Solo traveller