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At the homestay, each unit includes a desk. Some units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, washing machine and a coffee machine, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Friendly owner and a nice, clean apartment in the middle of a busy city. Highly recommended and worth every penny.

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9.4
Superb
169 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Featuring a terrace and views of garden, Highbury Colombo is a recently renovated homestay set in Colombo, 1.1 km from Milagiriya Beach. With a garden, the 4-star homestay has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Beautiful house - the architecture and the decor is amazing. Very peaceful and in a nice neighbourhood. Delicious food, we had both dinner and breakfast. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful.

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9.5
Exceptional
278 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Featuring city views, Colombo 07 Charming Home Stays features accommodation with balcony, around 2.9 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The room was pleasant and spacious, with a nice balcony. It was clean. The staff was very friendly, and the breakfast experience was very enjoyable. The location is safe.

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9.3
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

All units at the homestay come with a seating area. The homestay offers some units that feature a terrace and inner courtyard view, and units are fitted with a private bathroom and a desk. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. My home away from home and family away from family. I booked one night, and stayed for a month. I don't think I ever had such a hard time leaving a place. And that bed! Thanks guys for everything!

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9.2
Superb
255 reviews
Price from
US$18.90
per night

Featuring city views, Geoffrey Bawa's Home Number 11 provides accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Bambalapitiya Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring a private entrance, the guest house allows guests to maintain their privacy. Exceptional and unique. Service and cleanliness was impeccable. The room itself is very spacious, and at a comfortable temperature despite the heat outside. Piyanth, our host, was friendly and accomodating. Highly recommended - the sort of experience you will not find in any hotel or resort. We were pleasantly surprised, and the very high rating is well deserved.

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9.8
Exceptional
146 reviews
Price from
US$410
per night

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

The property is located 7 km from R Premadasa Stadium, 7 km from U.S. Embassy and 8 km from Khan Clock Tower. Arcade Independence Square is 4 km away and Sinhalese Sports Club is 4.1 km from the guest house. Aathma is a feast for the eyes and the heart. The setting is so lovely with lake views and peaceful gardens. As others have said there is always something new, beautiful or quirky to catch your eye. The hotel feels like a treasured family home in which you are an honoured guest. The staff are excellent, so professional and competent but friendly and fun as well. Bohoma stoothi Imran and Geeth for your outstanding care of us. The food was also some of the best we have had in Sri Lanka.

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9.6
Exceptional
307 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

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. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The breakfast was incredibly good. The best during my trip. The room is simple but clean. Comfortable bed.

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9
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
US$50
per night

The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, units at the homestay also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the homestay, all units have bed linen and towels. Everything was wonderful! After long travels, nothing better than an incredibly warm welcome and amazing hospitality during our stay. We truly enjoyed the Sri Lankan breakfast and great company. Although our stay was short, we would definitely go back if we're back in Sri Lanka. Sriyantha and Champi are exceptional hosts!

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9.5
Exceptional
171 reviews
Price from
US$53
per night

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.

The units in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet, guest rooms at 55TG Boutique Suites have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms have a seating area. The rooms have a desk. Certain units include a kitchenette, dining, and a washing machine facilities. The roof top pool is great and the food was exceptional.

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9.2
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

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.

Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. Friendly staff, lovely common areas and gardens & rooftop with ocean views. Great food options close by and easy access to tuk tuks and Ubers. We stayed in a triple room, it was perfect for our needs.

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9.4
Superb
674 reviews
Price from
US$65.87
per night

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