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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.

C
CarlosLJ
From
China
The staff of the place is really friendly, the room is comfortable and the bed is great. Also, it is a pretty clean place. I highly recommend it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Jin Yee
From
Malaysia
Beautiful and comfortable place to stay and relax. The host gave us a warm and friendly welcome and greeted us around 9pm at night. The host is very helpful and accommodate to our special request. We stayed at 2 different rooms and both have their own unique and beautiful decorations. Love both rooms especially the bathrooms very much. Feel like having shower in the nature. It's a good place to stay at the end of our holiday trip and will remember it always.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$77
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Petr
From
Armenia
Lovely guesthouse. The room was new, comfortable, and fresh - made for a good night's sleep with a comfy bed. Homemade breakfast was lovely, and both the hostess and her assistant were really attentive. There's also a shared kitchen and living area for guests, though we didn't use the kitchen ourselves.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$54.45
1 night, 2 adults

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.

d
dimitris
From
Greece
Staying in this house is a lifetime experience. You do not get a room. You live in a 120 m2 apartment with a huge, beautiful living room and more.
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 (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.

A
Aly.Fawzy
From
Egypt
Everything, staff are amazing Imran the reception Host is a lovely person. Architecture of the place is more than amazing with lots of details that u would never be bored of. Lastly Food is amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

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.

C
CQsweden
From
Sweden
Wow! We chose this place because it was close to the Immigration office and to the place we were going to work, and because the pictures looked good. I usually take the pictures on Booking with a pinch of salt but at Villa 53 the pictures do not do justice to the beauty of the place! It is all you see and more. We were literally welcomed with open arms as though we were old friends and not complete strangers. Sriyantha and Champi welcomed us into their palatial home with smiles and hugs and a delicious glass of ice cold juice. The rooms are incredibly spacious, with big comfy beds with thick duvets and soft pillows. The bathroom is huge with a walk in shower and a bathtub. The pool in the backyard is big enough to swim laps if you're so inclined, perfect temperature. We sat outside in the evening and enjoyed the beautiful garden, the birdsong and the soft perfume from the flowers. In the morning the ladies made us a wonderful breakfast of omelets and fruit, the first day and a Sri Lankan breakfast the second day. Both were great. The immigration office is a 5 minute walk from the Villa. Very convenient. Sriyanta drove us to a great restaurant in the evening and came an picked us up when we were done! Service above and beyond. We were sorry to have to leave and will definitely want to stay here again when we come back to Colombo. We arrived as strangers (not for long) and departed as (almost) family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
US$53
1 night, 2 adults

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.

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

Thenu Homestay

Wattala (Near Kelaniya)

Set in Wattala and only 11 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Thenu Homestay offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

n
naser
From
Netherlands
Very big room, with good functioning airconditioning. comfortable king-size bed, very friendly and nice oweners. They brought to the airport for very friendly price. They can make dinner for guests at request. I tried that and was very tasty:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Studio 33

Battaramulla (Near Kelaniya)

Situated in Battaramulla, 10 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 10 km from R Premadasa Stadium, Studio 33 features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

A
Abeyratne
From
Sri Lanka
Everything was on point. Exceeded my expectations
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Thalangama Lakeview Lodge

Battaramulla (Near Kelaniya)

Situated within 14 km of R Premadasa Stadium and 14 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Thalangama Lakeview Lodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Battaramulla.

P
Prashan
From
Singapore
Friendly staff. Goes the extra mile to help you out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Price from
US$31.07
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 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, 301 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 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
  • Villa 53

    Battaramulla
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 179 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$81.68 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
  • 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 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

Save money on homestays in Kelaniya 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, 763 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
  • 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 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
  • IGN Residence Colombo

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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

    From US$79.20 per night
  • Trellis Homes

    Colombo
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 192 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
  • 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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Colombo Garden Lane Homestay, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is situated in Battaramulla, 11 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 11 km from R Premadasa Stadium, as well as 12 km from...

    From US$55.50 per night