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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.

C
Cheryl
From
South Africa
My daughter and I loved our short stay at Highbury. The property is very beautiful and makes you feel welcome instantly. The hosts were super friendly and accommodating, even upgrading our rooms so that we had a small shared outside area and garden.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$82.50
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

P
Priyangan
From
Sri Lanka
It is very clean and peaceful, although most of the time we were busy outside, we had no trouble dropping in for a short rest because the location was very convenient! We would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a welcoming place to stay and refresh.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$44.55
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Aleksandra
From
Russia
Absolutely amazing experience! I recommend also taking a tour of the house before your stay, as there are many interesting things to see. The stay itself was wonderful, and the staff were very kind and friendly. In the evening, the atmosphere of the house is beautiful, and the sunrise is just as stunning. Highly recommended for architects and art lovers!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$440
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
Deirdre
From
France
Beautifully decorated and a fantastic location. It was a lovely introduction to Sri Lanka. Very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$117
1 night, 2 adults
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Dolce Italia Rooms

Havelock Town, Colombo

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.

P
Preston
From
India
Great place to stay at with really courteous and helpful staff. The rooms are quite spacious. The restaurant had great Italian food albeit it being a bit on the expensive side. Overall, it was a great experience staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

W
Waldemar
From
Poland
brilliant service. very nice room , and private swim pool . intimate atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

K
Katie
From
New Zealand
Beautiful property with a lovely view of the ocean from the rooftop - all the staff were welcoming and went out of their way to be kind and helpful! Rooms had AC and were nice and cold and they have a good location on a more private road, very close to places you can buy SIM cards if at the start of your stay 😌😌
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews
Price from
US$51
1 night, 2 adults
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IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo

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

M
Maria
From
Belarus
At IGN Residence Colombo, my travelled needs were exceeded beyond expectation. It is a beautiful colonial-style building. Usually the most important quality for me as a single, woman traveler, is the safety of the accommodation and the immediate vicinity. Secondly I look for exceptional service. Relaxation means not having to do what is expected of me at home. Handcrafted furnishings and choice appointments complemented the discrete aura of these private lodgings. Seeing brand new furniture and towels was a pleasant surprise. In the kitchen, there was also fresh Italian coffee. Located on the central avenue of the city, the house is close to a shopping center, pharmacies, restaurants, and art galleries. It is possible to walk to all necessary places. I found walking along the avenue to be very convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$79.20
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Lea
From
Germany
Our stay was very pleasant and the owner was super helpful and polite. We would definitely stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
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The Dutch Burgher Union - DBU Colombo 4

Colombo

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.

g
george
From
United Kingdom
Excellent place to stay ! Good to be with local people. Food original and high quality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$60
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.

Most booked homestays in Colombo and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 762 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Colombo

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 925 reviews

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

  • Luxe Colombo Heights

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 178 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.

    From US$133.10 per night

  • City Stay By Sunrise

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 762 reviews

    Situated in Colombo, 1.5 km from Kollupitiya Beach and 3.9 km from Khan Clock Tower, City Stay By Sunrise features city views and free WiFi.

    From US$58.50 per night

  • Flower Road Villa

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    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$105 per night

  • 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 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 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$25 per night

  • Visakha 6

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 424 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

  • 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

Enjoy breakfast in Colombo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 37 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Set in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 8.1 km from R Premadasa Stadium and 8.5 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, The Fortress offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi...

    From US$45.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.3
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Offering garden views, The Sanhida Guest House Colombo is an accommodation located in Nugegoda, 11 km from Khan Clock Tower and 30 km from Leisure World.

    From US$7.77 per night

  • Villa 53

    Battaramulla
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, 9.3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 2C, Baddagana Road, Pitakotte provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a...

    From US$45.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Set in Gonawala, 9.3 km from R Premadasa Stadium and 11 km from Khan Clock Tower, Tranquil at Airport Reach offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    From US$59.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 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.

    From US$61.27 per night

  • Anandagiri

    Maradana
    Breakfast options

    With garden views, Anandagiri has accommodation with a kitchenette situated in Maradana. It is located 3.4 km from R Premadasa Stadium and provides a shared kitchen.

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

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

    Hamsananthy senthilkumaran has a balcony and is situated in Colombo, within just 800 metres of Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and less than 1 km of Colombo City Centre Shopping Mall.

    From US$28.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Kollupitiya district of Colombo, MercuryFM 103 Guest House - Colombo 3 is set 800 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, 3 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 4.3 km from...

    From US$21.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 258 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$22.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    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.

    From US$25.53 per night

  • The Colombo Grid

    Colombo
    Central location

    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$29.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 925 reviews

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

    From US$46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 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

  • The Regent - IBC Road is set in the Wellawatte district of Colombo, 600 metres from Wellawatte Beach, 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 8.9 km from Khan Clock Tower.

    From US$31.08 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Colombo

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  • Colombo Orchid Villa

    Homestay in Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 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

  • Highbury Colombo

    Homestay in Havelock Town, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$149.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 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

  • Highbury Colombo

    Homestay in Havelock Town, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$149.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
    Architecture, furniture, tranquility, garden, air con, lovely hosts and amazing breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Courtney
    People with friends

  • Greenscape Colombo

    Homestay in Havelock Town, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 925 reviews
    Nice area, really comfy beds, great host
    Guest review by
    Michelle
    Young couple

  • Regent Residencies - Colombo

    Homestay in Fort, Colombo
    Avg. price/night: US$61.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 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