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Hotels in Colombo rated best by other travellers

Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Ayr Castle 1922 by Reveal

36.33 km from city centre

R$ 1.402

Per night

Jetwing Ratnam Residence

4.49 km from city centre

R$ 284

Per night

Taprobane House

4.10 km from city centre

R$ 451

Per night

Ayr Castle 1922 by Reveal

36.33 km from city centre

R$ 1.402

Per night

Jetwing Ratnam Residence

4.49 km from city centre

R$ 284

Per night

Taprobane House

4.10 km from city centre

R$ 451

Per night

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Whether you're after 5-star comfort or ease on your wallet, we do the searching so you can sleep easy during your stay in Colombo.

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Highest rated hotel	Haven Fort Hostel – 5.0
Cheapest month to book	March
Average 4 star hotel price	R$ 319 per night
Average 5 star hotel price	R$ 645 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Colombo: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In Colombo, the expected average temperature in March is 28°C. The warmest month is typically May, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November, and the driest month is February.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Colombo with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Colombo hotel deal?

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is R$ 36 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for R$ 36 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Colombo hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is R$ 287 per night, and the average price on weekends is R$ 283. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Colombo could be Friday.

What airports are the closest to the centre of Colombo?

The nearest airport to Colombo is Kelaniya Airport (KEZ), which is 10.0km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Colombo Ratmalana Airport, which is 13.4km from the city centre.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, which is 27.5km from the city centre.
Bentota River Airport, which is 52.2km from the city centre.
Katugastota Airport, which is 71.7km from the city centre.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Colombo?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Friday is the cheapest day to stay in Colombo. And the most expensive day seems to be Thursday

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Colombo?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Colombo is currently around R$ 256 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is R$ 60 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Colombo?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Colombo is currently around R$ 299 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is R$ 117 per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Colombo?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Colombo is currently around R$ 572 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is R$ 103 per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Colombo?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Colombo is April, with an average price of R$ 299 per night. The most expensive month is December, when the average room rate can rise to R$ 380 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.