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Kelaniya Heritage

Kelaniya

Boasting quiet street views, Kelaniya Heritage provides accommodation with patio, around 8.7 km from R Premadasa Stadium.

S
Sudath
From
Australia
carm & seren place, friendly & caring staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults
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Highbury Colombo

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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

G
Geraldine Jane
From
Netherlands
Wat a beautiful place this was! Well decorated. Warm welcome. Good location. Close to the centre. But the building itself is in oase of calmness. So you can get your rest here🥰 Will come back again♥️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$60.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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

G
Giada Merli
From
Italy
The staff were very kind and the room was super nice and comfortable, and the bathroom too it was nice to finally have a real shower without making the whole bathroom wet
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$44.55
1 night, 2 adults
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Leisure home

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

Set within 5.7 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 9 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Leisure home provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo.

S
Sanjay
From
India
Indian restaurant is near.host is good beautiful garden
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$20.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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

F
Feile
From
China
It was marvelous to experience Geoffrey Bawa's eyes and soul through this stay. Extremely relaxing and beautiful, through out the space and breakfast. The housekeeper Rohana was surprisingly impressive in his hospitality and professional at touring Bawa's residence. Definitely will visit again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$440
1 night, 2 adults
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Aathma Colombo House

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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

S
Susanne
From
Sri Lanka
Unlike anything I’ve seen before. Rooms and common areas are artfully decorated with trinkets from around the world. My room was overlooking the lake and it felt like I was living in the jungle, surrounded by plants. Bed was super comfy and the rain shower was great. The pool and view over the lake were incredible. Staff were attentive and friendly. Food was delicious, we had plans to head out to Colombo but decided to stay and enjoy the property and had all our meals there. A personalised experience with great hosts, thanks for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$117
1 night, 2 adults
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Villa 53

Battaramulla (Near Kelaniya)

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.

T
Toma
From
Kenya
Great host, cute dog and breakfast with monkeys
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$63
1 night, 2 adults
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55TG Boutique Suites

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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.

M
Marilyn
From
Singapore
Staying at 55TG boutique from April 2nd to 3rd, 2025, was the perfect way to conclude our Sri Lankan adventure. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer! We arrived early from Tangalle, and the staff kindly allowed us an early check-in to our room, the "Art Suite with a beautiful Garden View". It was beautifully decorated, spacious, and impeccably clean. We initially found the wifi signal weak, but our host, Dilshan, immediately demonstrated his exceptional attentiveness by bringing a router directly to our room, which resolved the issue completely – we had a great connection afterwards! The service from Dilshan and his crew throughout our stay was outstanding; their attentiveness made us feel like we were guests in a 5-star restaurant. The food was another major highlight. While seafood wasn't available on the menu during our short stay, the team was very accommodating and even offered to purchase alcohol externally for us if needed. We had lunch, dinner, and breakfast there, and everything was absolutely delicious. The fish curry and rice at dinner was genuinely the BEST meal we had during our entire trip! They even made the setting incredibly romantic, decorating our table with rose petals. As if that wasn't enough, they surprised me on my birthday morning! I certainly wasn't expecting techno birthday music to accompany my scrumptious breakfast – it was such a fun and unexpected touch. It made our early departure for the airport feel even more bittersweet, and we truly wished we could have tipped Dilshan and the staff more generously for their fantastic service. The grounds were quiet and private, contributing to a very peaceful atmosphere and a great night's sleep. Our stay felt far too short but was simply wonderful. Our sincere compliments and thanks to everyone at 55TG boutique for making our stay so memorable and special. It was the perfect ending. (P.S.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults
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Motel VIP

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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

a
amanda
From
Switzerland
excellent place. convenient for all travels. service is best. Mr janak who the owner treated guest with friendly manner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$21.25
1 night, 2 adults
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IGN Residence Colombo

Colombo (Near Kelaniya)

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
Location 10.0
Price from
US$79.20
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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Save money on homestays in Kelaniya and nearby – budget options available

  • 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

  • Villa 53

    Battaramulla
    Budget options available
    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

  • Luxe Colombo Heights

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 177 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

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

    From US$64.90 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

  • 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

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  • 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 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Set 11 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo 20 minutes by train offers accommodation with a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$15.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews

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

    From US$130 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...

  • 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 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

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

    From US$59.94 per night

  • Visakha 6

    Colombo
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 422 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