Top Boutique Hotels in Colombo (2026)

Set in Colombo on a private peninsula by the banks of the historic Diyawanna Lake, Aathma Colombo House provides accommodations with a garden. The property is located 4.3 mi from R Premadasa Stadium, 4.3 mi from U.S. Embassy and 5 mi from Khan Clock Tower. Arcade Independence Square is 2.5 mi away and Sinhalese Sports Club is 2.5 mi from the guest house. The units at the guest house come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Aathma Colombo House features certain rooms with lake views, and each room is fitted with a private bathroom. All units feature a wardrobe. The accommodations offers a continental or Asian breakfast. Aathma Colombo House operates a 24 hours front desk and concierge. The Independence Square is 2.7 mi from Aathma Colombo House. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 20 mi from the property.

- "Completely blown away by this amazing place. The house is overlooking the lake with beautiful gardens and a long swimming pool. The architecture and interiors are unlike anything i've seen before. Incredible attention to detail. They have just reopened after some renovations and the rooms were artfully decorated, spacious and had everything i needed. Breakfast was top notch, homemade granola and the house special curries were delicious. Staff and owners were all really helpful and attentive. Will definitely be back. Thank you"

Maniumpathy Hotel has a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Colombo. With free WiFi, this 5-star resort offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. There's a restaurant serving American cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the resort, the rooms have a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, all rooms at Maniumpathy Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a balcony. Guest rooms have a safety deposit box. The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Maniumpathy Hotel include Sinhalese Sports Club, National Art Gallery and Colombo Town Hall. The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 3.1 miles from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "Small, nice, cozy and above all amazing staff!" - "Clean, elegant, superbly presented, villa courtyard property, with exceptional staff and service, a wonderful courtyard swimming pool, and fabulous food!" - "This is a beautiful colonial era building brought to life as a hotel. The rooms are wonderful and the staff charming, friendly and helpful. If you stay anywhere in Colombo make it here." - "Small, beautiful, stylish, colonial era property, quiet, friendly staff."

Located in Colombo, a 2-minute walk from Bambalapitiya Beach, Taprobane House provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Taprobane House every room includes bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Milagiriya Beach, Kollupitiya Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport, 5 miles from Taprobane House.

- "High level of service. Luxury quality of rooms and large breakfast. Cozy swimming pool on the roof where you can meet the sunset. Large room with enough space for clothes and suitcases, good view from the window." - "Spotlessly clean Huge room Best hotel shower Great kind hospitality Would stay again when back in columbo" - "Everything was great ! Stuff is very helpful and friendly , we loved our stay , thank you !" - "This place was stunning and what made it even more exceptional was the staff, from reception to the cooks, waiters and security, nothing was ever too much trouble. The rooftop pool was amazing especially after a hot day sightseeing. Would definitely come back here."

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Sayura House offers accommodations in Colombo, 2.2 mi from Asiri Surgical Hospital. Free private parking is available on site. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. American Embassy is 3.1 mi from Sayura House, while Khan Clock Tower is 5 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike Airport, 21 mi from Sayura House.

- "We really liked the roof terrace and dining area. It felt like a little sanctuary to get away from the streets." - "A beautiful, restful guesthouse! Everything is beautifully curated - including a garden courtyard, lounge, and rooftop with views of Colombo. The room and bathroom were a great size, clean and very comfortable. The owner was so welcoming and kind, and made us feel right at home - will stay here again next time!" - "The best part of the Sayura house is its staff. Gamini and his staff go above and beyond to ensure you are comfortable during your stay. Colombo is a hectic town and I felt lucky to be in a quiet corner of the city by the ocean. The roof top view during breakfast is incredible. Cannot wait to stay here again."

Located half a mile from Odel Shopping Mall, Zylan Colombo features a fitness center and outdoor pool. It includes free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Free parking is available. Zylan Colombo is 1 mile from National Museum and Independent Square, while Colombo City Centre is 2 miles away. The resort is a 5-minute drive from Boralella Bus Station. Modern rooms are equipped with a DVD player and flat-screen TV. A minibar, tea/coffee-making facilities and personal safe are provided. Guests can relax with a massage or head to the business center to do work. The resort has a tour desk and provides express check-in and check-out. Laundry services are available. A selection of international cuisine is served in the rooftop restaurant, which also has room service.

- "It’s design features were absolutely stunning" - "The staff are fabulous, nothing is too much trouble. Gorgeous room and a lovely place of quiet in the busy city" - "all the amenities and personal!!! b careful with the food, very spicy🌶️" - "Everything was good. Amazing place." - "Room size and good hair drier" - "Beautiful, peaceful hotel. We arrived in the early hours of the morning and they settled us in quickly to our rooms. We would have liked to stay longer had our schedule allowed. Beds and bathrooms were clean and the place is relaxing."

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Residence by Uga Escapes is located just 2953 feet from the famous Sri Lanka National Museum. Free WiFi access is available. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a flat-screen satellite TV, seating area with sofa and mini-bar. There is also a coffee machine and work desk. Featuring a shower, private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and bidet. You can enjoy city view from the room. At Residence by Uga Escapes you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and an ironing service. The property offers free parking. The hotel is located just 0.7 mi from American Embassy and 1.5 mi from the popular Khan Clock Tower. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 18 mi away. The guests can enjoy their meals at the in-house restaurant and refreshing alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages at the bar. Room service is available.

- "Uga Residence was the perfect tranquil retreat to recover from our flight from the UK. We were super excited to stay at this gorgeous colonial property and it did not disappoint! The staff were extremely and courteous and attentive. Dinesh and the Reception Manager went above and beyond to ensure our every need was catered for. We have to mention the restaurant. The food was simply delicious, the Sri Lankan omelette is the best I have tasted and the service amazing. A big thank you to the extended team too for making our stay in Colombo such a memorable one. 🙏🏽"

A former colonial residence, Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features boutique-style suites with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. It offers massages by appointment, a pool, steam room and fitness room. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo’s charming suites offer lavish interiors and Egyptian cotton linens. All suites offer DVD/CD players, a minibar and teakettle with tea/coffee making facilities. Selected suites come with a private courtyard or a balcony. Free internet access is available at The Library, which features a variety of 500 leather bound books. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features a restaurant for meal options and indoor or outdoor dining. Alternatively, room service is also available. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Odel Shopping Mall. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.

- "This is the second time we have stayed and wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Colombo. The staff are particularly attentive and very friendly. Nothing is too much trouble. It is a charming hotel which exudes history. Love it!!" - "Historical building. Curated art and stylish decor. Welcoming engaging staff. Possibly the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in. Pool." - "Beautiful building , excellent service" - "Staff were very efficient" - "The building has been renovated very well, in keeping with the hotel's grand appearance. The décor is tasteful and attractive. The appearance of the hotel is impressive. The staff are lovely."

Set in Colombo, 2297 feet from U.S. Embassy, Lake Lodge provides free WiFi access in the public areas of the property. The guest house has a terrace and offers views of the garden. Free private parking is available on site. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a satellite TV. Some units include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. All rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a hot/cold rain shower. Lake Lodge provides a 24-hour front desk for the convenience of the guests. The guest house also offers car hire. Khan Clock Tower is 1.6 mi from Lake Lodge, while R Premadasa Stadium is 2.1 mi from the property. Gangaramaya Temple is a short walk from Lake Lodge. Colombo International Airport is 18 mi from the property. The guests can enjoy refreshing beverages at the bar.

- "love this little hotel tucked away in a quiet street. really comfortable. the staff were welcoming and very friendly. we ordered the fish curry and it was exceptional. would definitely stay here again" - "This is an excellent small, boutique hotel in the heart of Colombo- but down a small lane so it feels like an oasis from the hustle and bustle. The staff were all excellent , really friendly and attentive. The rooms were very comfortable. We only ate breakfast here but it was delicious. It was also relaxing to order a couple of drinks from the bar and sit out on the terrace. We did not regret booking this hotel at all and I would thoroughly recommend it."

Located in Colombo, a 12-minute walk from Kollupitiya Beach, Lavonca Boutique Hotel has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 1-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Some accommodations at the property have a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Lavonca Boutique Hotel the rooms include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Bambalapitiya Beach, Galle Face Beach and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport, 5 miles from Lavonca Boutique Hotel.

- "Lovely small hotel in central Colombo, great roof top pool for a dip and excellent staff and breakfast." - "I arrived very late at night and was greeted and shown straight to my room. I stayed for 2 nights and staff were very friendly and helpful throughout my stay - all very clean and nice rooftop pool. A very nice breakfast. I would highly recommend." - "The hotel has a lovely little pool which was wonderful. It’s very small (ideal for a family/ couple/friends, but not really convenient if more people want to use it at the same time), but our kids loved it. The staff is also extremely friendly and let us use it after check out (in the evening, as we had a flight in the middle of the night). It’s also well located (although the entrance is not very well marked)."

Located in the Wellawatte district in Colombo, 1 mi from Asiri Surgical Hospital, Sunrise Boutique features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is dry cleaning services at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. U.S. Embassy is 2.5 mi from Sunrise Boutique, while R Premadasa Stadium is 3.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 21 mi from Sunrise Boutique.