The Best Hotels Closest to Colombo City Centre in Colombo for 2026

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a body of water, and a traditional pavilion.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Colombo City Centre hotels

A pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional wooden structure.

A serene indoor garden with a small water feature, steps leading to a seating area, and lush green plants.

A cozy indoor space with wicker furniture, a wooden bench, and a sofa with cushions. There are potted plants and a wooden lattice structure.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with a traditional architectural style in the background.

1. Ishq Colombo

1.7 km from Colombo City Centre

Niels

￥30,156

￥39,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A spacious dining area with numerous tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a modern ceiling design.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, featuring lounge chairs and a glass railing.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, TV, and a view of the ocean.

2. Marino Beach Colombo

2 km from Colombo City Centre

isuru

￥11,122

￥14,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.

A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter.

A hotel lobby with a wooden door labeled "Luggage & Storage," a mounted television, a fire extinguisher, a small table with papers, and a potted plant.

3. THE DEN 23

Suduwella, 1.3 km from Colombo City Centre

Peter

￥4,226

￥4,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A traditional wooden furniture arrangement with a sofa, chairs, and a table in a courtyard with a view of greenery and a yellow wall.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a view of a staircase leading to an upper level.

A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

4. De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.8 km from Colombo City Centre

Jonathan

￥12,329

￥13,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern living room with a large sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A spacious lobby with a central floral arrangement, high ceilings, and a modern chandelier.

A terrace with wicker furniture, a large vase, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A pool area with yellow umbrellas and lounge chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

5. Shangri-La Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 1.7 km from Colombo City Centre

Sithara

￥20,584

￥27,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a waterfront location and a bridge connecting to the main building.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a central courtyard and a pool on the rooftop.

A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a large window.

6. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Kompannaweediya, 1 km from Colombo City Centre

William Reed

￥18,621

￥25,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A pool area with tiled blue flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern cafe with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options including chairs and tables.

A rooftop terrace with dining tables and chairs, offering a city view.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.

7. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

< 0.1 km from Colombo City Centre

Pat

￥12,533

￥16,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern hotel room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a patterned wall.

A modern bar area with seating, a high ceiling with geometric patterns, and a view of buildings through large windows.

8. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Kollupitiya, 1 km from Colombo City Centre

Lars Toft

￥17,417

￥23,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV cabinet.

A staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a large abstract painting.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, arranged for dining.

A modern building with a paved courtyard, large potted plants, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

9. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Kollupitiya, 0.3 km from Colombo City Centre

Ella

￥9,372

￥12,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by white umbrellas and potted plants.

A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a chandelier, and a view through a doorway.

A grand building with a central fountain, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier. There is a fireplace with large vases and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

10. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.6 km from Colombo City Centre

"I have travelled the World extensively, and this property is possibly my favourite of any I have stayed in. It maintains old world colonial character and charm, with its very high standards, excellent staff, and wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. We stayed 8 years ago and have been planning g a return since. We are however devastated to hear that the hotel will close at the end of its current lease in August 2027, so this was likely to be our last ever visit."

Clifford

￥24,804

￥32,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

An infinity pool with a view of the sea and distant land.

A restaurant with a view of the ocean, featuring a waiter serving a tray with glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books and a vase of flowers, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the ocean.

11. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Kollupitiya, 1 km from Colombo City Centre

Stach

￥12,161

￥16,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.

A long, well-lit hallway with ceiling fans, chandeliers, and wooden chairs lined up on one side.

A beachfront restaurant with outdoor seating, ocean views, and a large umbrella.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean.

12. Galle Face Hotel

Kollupitiya, 1.1 km from Colombo City Centre

Prem

￥13,002

￥17,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A dining table set with a variety of fruits, vegetables, and beverages, with a sofa and a staircase in the background.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a pillow.

A spacious indoor area with a curved staircase, a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A cozy living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

13. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.2 km from Colombo City Centre

Fjorn

￥11,000

￥14,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A modern lounge with a curved seating arrangement, a central table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window offering a view of the sea and distant land.

An interior with a curved ceiling, a bar area, seating, and a view of palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass wall offering a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

14. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 1.4 km from Colombo City Centre

Manouri

￥24,939

￥33,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A person in an infinity pool with a sunset view.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a side table with drinks, a potted plant, and a large window overlooking the sea.

A balcony with wicker chairs, a table with fruits and a teapot, and a large potted plant.

15. MaRadha Colombo

2.4 km from Colombo City Centre

Yasotha

￥8,292

￥11,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a blue sofa.

A spacious interior with a central staircase, wooden shelving units, and a dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted picture, and an air conditioning unit.

A grand entrance with a sign for Capital Exchange, featuring a classical architectural style with arches and columns.

16. Dutch Heritage Colombo

Fort, 2.2 km from Colombo City Centre

Jeffrey

￥5,778

￥6,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A spacious lobby with a large skylight, a central decorative sculpture, and a marble floor.

A hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard with greenery, and a prominent tower in the background.

A covered walkway with wooden flooring, white pillars, and hanging lights.

A modern building with a central courtyard featuring a fountain, surrounded by a circular walkway.

17. Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Kollupitiya, 0.8 km from Colombo City Centre

Sujatha

￥15,568

￥21,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A pathway leading through a bamboo forest to a building entrance.

A swimming pool with a canopy and lights, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

A spacious living area with a piano, sofas, and a dining table.

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging glassware, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

18. Zylan Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 2.1 km from Colombo City Centre

kandiah

￥10,407

￥12,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A staircase with ornate railings, a patterned bench, and a wooden floor.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.

19. Palm Grove

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.6 km from Colombo City Centre

Lee

￥6,740

￥8,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern infinity pool with a city view at sunset.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with white bedding, and a bathtub.

A modern interior with a staircase leading to a reception area, featuring a minimalist design with branches and a glass partition.

20. Jetwing Colombo Seven

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.6 km from Colombo City Centre

Ashani

￥10,585

￥14,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Colombo City Centre

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Ishq Colombo	10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Marino Beach Colombo	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
THE DEN 23	9.6 Exceptional 84 reviews	View
De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa	9.6 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
Shangri-La Colombo	9.4 Exceptional 661 reviews	View

Top Colombo City Centre Hotel Reviews

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent modern property! A delight to stay here….excellent views of the ocean too. And walking distance to almost everything. The drop off/ pick up arrangements are weird with multiple levels of lobbies but that is the architect’s fault….not the hotel’s. We will definitely be back"

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff and lots of things to do within the hotel block"

Taj Samudra

10/10 Excellent

"My family and I had a great time staying at Taj. Staff were friendly and buffet was good as well."

Pullman Colombo City Centre

8/10 Good

"Got upgraded to a suit, that was super nice , very India and vegetarian friendly breakfast buffet - has Jain food as well - dosa, sambar, dhokla, poha etc . The bathtub inside the room with a view was great. Loved the blue tooth speaker in the room as well to enjoy some music. Room was largely clean, guest services are a hit or a miss , sometimes on time sometimes delayed. Laundry takes a day, If given in the night they give it back next day same time. Reception also helps with dollar exchange to Lankan rupees. The hotel also has an in house Indian restaurant. The jacuzzi is in an odd place but the infinity pool is in a nice place with a view"

Marino Beach Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Był to najlepszy hotel, w którym spaliśmy na Sri Lance. Ma bardzo dobrą relację ceny do jakości, obsługa jest przemiła, pokoje przestronne, a jedzenie jest wybitne, zdecydowanie polecam 👌"

Shangri-La Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! It’s connected to a shopping mall. Room is clean and gorgeous. We’d like to come back soon."

Park Street Suites - Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel in a great location! The staff were absolutely superb friendly, helpful, and welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it."

THE DEN 23

10/10 Excellent

"Bed is comfortable huge room, good customer service great working ac. Thanks"

Other attractions near Colombo City Centre

Gangaramaya Temple

8.6/10 (129 reviews)

After visiting Gangaramaya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 02. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

See properties

Chabad of Sri Lanka

Learn about the local history of Colombo 03 when you take a trip to Chabad of Sri Lanka. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Gem Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gem Museum during your trip to Colombo 03. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

See properties

Liberty Plaza

7.8/10 (130 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Liberty Plaza during your stay in Colombo 03. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Crescat Shopping Mall

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Crescat Shopping Mall during your stay in Colombo 03. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Viharamahadevi Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Viharamahadevi Park is just one of the places to see in Kurunduwatta, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

St. Andrew's Scots Kirk Church

St. Andrew's Scots Kirk Church is just one of the places to see in Colombo 03, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

High Commission of India

7.6/10 (10 reviews)

High Commission of India is just one of the places to see in Colombo 03, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Colombo City Centre?

Colombo City Centre is located in Colombo 02. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 158 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Colombo City Centre?

Adjacent to Colombo City Centre, Courtyard By Marriott Colombo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Taj Samudra and Cinnamon Grand Colombo.

How many hotels are there near Colombo City Centre?

Expedia has 158 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Colombo City Centre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colombo City Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Colombo City Centre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Colombo City Centre?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Colombo City Centre, click here.

What can I see and do near Colombo City Centre?

Sri Lanka National Museum, Dutch Period Museum, and Traditional Puppet Art Museum feature captivating exhibits. Explore notable local landmarks like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, High Commission of India, and Elphinstone Theatre. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Galle Face Green and Diyatha Uyana.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Flights to Colombo

Find hotels near Colombo City Centre, Colombo

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Property class

Guest rating

Our top choices for Colombo City Centre hotels

1. Ishq Colombo

2. Marino Beach Colombo

3. THE DEN 23

4. De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

5. Shangri-La Colombo

6. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

7. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

8. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

9. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

10. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

11. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

12. Galle Face Hotel

13. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

14. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

15. MaRadha Colombo

16. Dutch Heritage Colombo

17. Cinnamon Grand Colombo

18. Zylan Colombo

19. Palm Grove

20. Jetwing Colombo Seven

Compare popular hotels close to Colombo City Centre

Top Colombo City Centre Hotel Reviews

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Taj Samudra

Pullman Colombo City Centre

Marino Beach Colombo

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

Park Street Suites - Colombo

THE DEN 23

Other attractions near Colombo City Centre

Gangaramaya Temple

Chabad of Sri Lanka

Gem Museum

Liberty Plaza

Crescat Shopping Mall

Viharamahadevi Park

St. Andrew's Scots Kirk Church

High Commission of India

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia