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The best homestays in Colombo

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
    From
    US$83
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
    From
    US$21
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
    From
    US$440
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
    From
    US$117
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
    From
    US$85
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 657 reviews
    From
    US$51
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$79
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
    From
    US$22
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
    From
    US$60
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
    From
    US$100
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 923 reviews
    From
    US$39
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 423 reviews
    From
    US$43
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
    From
    US$27
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults

Looking for a homestay?

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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Enjoy breakfast in Colombo and nearby

  • 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
  • Flower Road Villa

    Colombo
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    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
  • Visakha 6

    Colombo
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 423 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
  • Located in Colombo with Milagiriya Beach nearby, Tasneem Villa provides accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$59.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 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

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

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 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
    Budget options available

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 50 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...

  • Blackberry villa

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Located just 4.1 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Blackberry villa provides accommodation in Colombo with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as 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, 405 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$25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 257 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
  • 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$20.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 923 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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  • 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$149.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 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$149.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
    Architecture, furniture, tranquility, garden, air con, lovely hosts and amazing breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Courtney
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 923 reviews
    Nice area, really comfy beds, great host
    Guest review by
    Michelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$61.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 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