Nestling in the heart of the city, Ramada Colombo (Former Holiday Inn -Hotel) is the Perfect location for both business and leisure travellers. Situated in the heart of Colombo, seconds away from the Galle Face green, the Ramada Colombo guarantees a standard of service, which will leave you coming back for more. Ramada Colombo operates as a franchise member of Ramada International Inc owned by Wyndham Hotels Group of USA, which comprise a total of over 7,000 hotels worldwide and continues to offer the same high standards, as always.
 
The hotel boasts of 94 deluxe rooms including 02 well furnished suites and equipped with a host of amenities such as air conditioning, IDD, in house movies, voice mail, mini bar and refrigerators, personal safe deposit boxes, Tea and Coffee making facilities, satellite TV's and many more. All rooms have spacious wash rooms with bath tubs and hair dryers with an array of personal items such as body lotion, tooth paste, combs, etc.
 
For a taste of the exotic, visit "The Alhambra"where the ancient secret recipes of Mogul Cuisine await you in an authentically Indian setting with an Indian chef at hand to serve you the most delectable and sumptuous food.
 
"The Alhambra"has a Mogul Buffet every Friday night with a wide spread of dishes on display and is truly a gourmet's delight. The Gardenia coffee shop open 24 hours serves a unique selection of Continental, Sri Lankan and Chinese favourites. Ranging from salads to soups and main meals to snacks, "The Gardenia"caters to every taste, including the Diabetic. Try the luscious Lamprais which its special aroma and taste and you will never forget it.The fine teas and sandwiches are perfect for an afternoon snack and our delicious breakfast buffet served daily, would be the perfect start to your day. The Oasis Lounge offers a wide selection of wines and spirits, a wider selection of music by an electronic juke box and a beautiful view of the pool. The perfect venue to unwind and play some pool, chat with friends and enjoy your favourite drink. You could also watch your favourite sport on satellite TV on the wide screen.The Newly Refurbished Liberty Ballroom, with its stunning new look, can cater to over 1500 or be partitioned for smaller gatherings. Equipped with all the modern conferencing features, it's ideal for business conferences, cocktails, weddings and exhibitions with its state of the art lighting system with over a million shades of colour.The Persian Room accommodates 20-120 and is perfect for more exclusive cocktails, weddings and parties. The latest addition is a mini conference hall which can seat up to 40 persons.
 
The gym at Ramada Colombo is equipped with the latest fitness equipment and facilities. Professional instructors are on hand to guide you and the beautiful view of the swimming pool will make your workout that much more pleasant. Let yourself be pampered at the Aspara spa. Our range of massages, facials, manicures and pedicures, and the steam room and sauna will help you relax and be rejuvenated.Our 24 hour laundry service with same day delivery service will keep you looking your best throughout the day.
 
Ramada Colombo has ample parking in the rear car park which could accommodate approx 100 vehicles, with valet services for your convenience.
 

Rating The Galle Face Hotel is Sri Lanka's "Grand Old Lady" who has graced the kilometer-long stretch of lawn known as the "Galle Face Green" since it was first established in 1864,no less than 143 years ago. Set right in the heart of the commercial capital Colombo, the Galle Face Hotel and the Greens are bounded by the Galle Road on one side and the vast shimmering blue expanse of the Indian Ocean on the other.
 
Having started out as old Dutch villa known as the "Galle Face House" by gentlemen of the colonial era who gathered there, it proved to be a meeting point for 4 British entrepreneurs to plan a business venture, little knowing that by the late 19th century, this business venture would be known as the "Finest Hotel East of the Suez".
 
The Galle Face Hotel is the only heritage hotel facing the Indian Ocean. A masterpiece boasting Victorian Architecture, the Galle Face Hotel has played host to numerous members of the royal families from across the globe, to Presidents and Prime ministers, artists and actors, scientists and astronauts ? in fact world leaders, celebrities and luminaries from almost every sphere have chosen and continue to choose this legendary hotel as the perfect place to experience old world luxury and perfect serenity, in the heart of a bustling city.
 
The Queen of Denmark and her grand-daughter Princess Alexandra of Denmark, who stayed here many times said, "the peacefulness and generosity encountered at the Galle Face Hotel cannot be matched". Other world leaders who have chosen the Galle Face Hotel include Emperor Hirohito of Japan, President Richard Nixon, Indhira Gandhi Prime minister of India, her father Jawaharlal Nehru, to name a few.
 
The Galle Face Hotel is one of the grandest examples of the colonial era's great establishments. The traditions, the high quality of service with notable emphasis on old world courtesy, the ambience of understated elegance and a gracious lifestyle continues today,with the opening of the Regency Wing, this grand dame takes you to new levels of luxury offering a lifestyle experience against an exotic setting in the city.

A 250-year-old colonial bungalow and adjoining stores/warehouses that occupy an extent of two acres of land in the heart of Colombo. is now the newly refurbished charming, friendly 12-room boutique hotel, The Park Street Hotel. It is one of the few remaining bungalows of its kind in Colombo, formerly the home of a colourful and eccentric couple who were members of Colombo's 'elite'. The third in 'Taru's unique collection of charming small hotels in Sri Lanka, The Park Street Hotel, conveniently located approx 30km from the airport, provides her guests a beautiful boutique accommodation in Colombo, as either a base from which to explore the island or a few days shopping or to absorb some distinct urban Sri Lankan culture at the beginning or end of their trip.

 
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Overlooking the tranquil Beira Lake, Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is the epitome of indulgence and elegance. Our inimitable blend of luxury, personal attention, sincerity and warmth gives you the opportunity to operate at your own pace and in your own space, regardless of whether you are visiting for an important business luncheon or dropping in for a quick coffee with a close friend; planning your dream wedding or organising a highly publicised conference; attending to important business or on a well-deserved vacation.
 
It holds the proud distinction of being the only city resort hotel in Colombo, with its stunning location between the lake and the Indian Ocean, and is within walking distance of the commercial precinct as well as close to key shopping areas. The Bandaranaike International Airport is just 35 km away.
 
Sprawling over 7 acres of land, this unique resort city hotel of the Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts chain presents you with innumerable choices of perfect accommodation, a wide array of restaurants, state-of-the-art facilities, entertainment for all ages and moods, comfort and peace of mind - the selection is before you to indulge in! You only have to choose the memories you want to make. Enhancing all this is our own brand of Cinnamon hospitality, giving you the liberty to decide what you want, when you want and where you want it. After all, we believe that it is the little things that make a great difference.
 
Welcome to Cinnamon Lakeside... How may we indulge you?
 
Facilities: 340 rooms and suites in several categories: Deluxe rooms, Premium rooms, Executive Floor rooms, Cilantro suites and the Royale suite (the Presidential suite). There are also 6 restaurants ? The Dining Room, Royal Thai, Long Feng, The Sushi Bar, Goodies and The Lounge ? 1 al fresco restaurant and bar "7 Degrees North" 1 pool bar, 24-hour Room Service, an Executive Lounge and The Library, which is an exclusive lounge and nightclub.
 
Deluxe Rooms:Offers a view of the dynamic city of Colombo. Room key cards, mini bar and electronic safe, satellite TV, tea/coffee makers with supplies, complimentary newspapers, direct dial telephones and voice mail.
 
Premium Rooms:Offers a stunning view of the Beira Lake and the hotel pool. Room key cards, mini bar and electronic safe, satellite TV, universal plug bases, concealed lighting from the ceiling for easy reading, tea/coffee makers with supplies, ottoman-lounger, complimentary newspapers, direct dial telephones and voice mail.
 
Executive Floor Rooms: Offers a panoramic view of the lake and the city. 24-hour butler service, access to floors only with the key card, mini bar and electronic safe, LCD television with satellite connection, universal plug bases, concealed lighting from the ceiling for easy reading, tea/coffee makers with supplies, complimentary newspapers, direct dial telephones and voice mail, complimentary American breakfast at the Executive Lounge, complimentary tea and coffee at the Executive Lounge during the day, complimentary cocktails at the Executive Lounge every evening from 5.30-7.00 pm.
 
Sports and leisure:33 1/3 m outdoor pool, children?s pool, gymnasium, tennis and squash courts with floodlights, sauna, steam bath, spa, shopping arcade and hair and beauty salon.
 
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From the first Ayubowan - Sri Lanka's traditional greeting which means 'may you have long life' - as you enter the elegant, yet homely precints of Renuka, it is the warm smiles and friendly atmosphere that endears you to this charming hotel. Located in the heart of the city, with star class services and facilities that are second to none, Renuka beckons you to an experience of luxury and style. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Renuka is close to everything; the humming business hub, Colombo's exciting night life, major shopping attractions, colourful street markets, international and local banks, foreign embassies, High Commissions and the man railway and bus stations are all minutes away. With the hotel's hereditary nature of hospitality and style,there will be an endless wave to smiles to welcome you and make you feel at home. With every gesture, we brighten and enliven the perfect ambience. Attentive and trained staff assure you of comfort and luxury throughout your stay. Impressive design elements that are simple yet elegant give you an abundance of warmth and a sense of well being.
 
Guest rooms are very cosy and inviting with a mix of timber and tiled floors, mahagany furniture, original paintings and colourful bedspreads.The large functional work place is wired with an IDD telephone and port for broadband internet connectivity. Other room facilities include: flat screen TVs with local and cable channels, mini fridges, safety deposit lockers and 24 hour room service.
 
Renuka City Hotel - Inspiring interiors with tasteful furnishings leaves an impression of professionalism mingled with a homely environment that wins your heart in an instant. Guest rooms feature all the facilities and services available at Hotel Renuka.
 
Palmyrah Restaurant - repute for over 30 years as the best Sri Lankan restaurant in the country, the Palmyrah Restaurant serves traditional Sri Lankan gourmet with an emphasis on classic Jaffna fare. With Mahogany furniture, coconut rafter ceilings and original paintings of Jaffna landscapes, it is a must for all seeking the authentic taste of Sri Lanka.
 
Facilities and Services
 
Air-conditioned rooms and public areas
81 rooms including 6 Deluxe Twin Rooms
Televisions in all rooms with local & Cable channels
Mini fridges and safety deposit lockers in rooms
Broadband Internet & IDD facilities in rooms
Palmyrah restaurant serving authentic Sri Lankan and Continental cuisine
Namaste Restaurant serving North Indian Cuisine
Palmyrah and Water Hole - 2 well stocked bars
Breakfast Buffet
24 hour room service
Parking Facilities
Hotel doctor on call
 
and more........

Step into "The Bungalow" on Havelock Place and you take a step back in time. In fact, you would never imagine it to be anything other than an old colonial style home. Only a discreet plaque with the name "Havelock Place Bungalow" engraved on it, indicates that this is indeed an old world residence open to guests. The Havelock Place Bungalow is Colombo’s first boutique hotel.
 
Located in the heart of Colombo and yet secluded and very private, The Bungalow offers dining options which include an indoor restaurant and garden dining, where you can sit under the shade of many leafy green trees providing soothing shade and enjoy a leisurely breakfast or lunch with only a variety of birds and butterflies for company. As dusk approaches, you could relax on a garden bench and absorb the beauty of the night sky with the surrounding foliage lending a quiet charm to the surroundings.
 
7 tastefully decorated bedrooms are mostly sought after repeat visitors or guests who are there on recommendation. 3 Suites and 4 double rooms – all of them air-conditioned, offer comforts of a bygone era. Furnished with genuine antiques, the rooms contain very large double beds, some of which are antique four posters, to provide ultimate comfort. The Suites consist of a large bedroom, sitting or lounge room and bath/toilet. Every room has its own private garden or "court yard" where guests could sit out and relax, read or simply enjoy the serenity of their surroundings. If you need to use the internet, Broadband connection is available to you.
 
A swimming pool is conveniently located with easy access from every room which opens out to the pool area, while a Jacuzzi provides added opportunities for rejuvenation.
 
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Casa Colombo is a 12 suite Retro-chic hotel that blends a contemporary designer style with the charms of a magnificent 200 year old Moorish mansion. Built by one of the wealthiest Indian trading families at the time, the mansion is adorned with acres of Italian and Indian mosaic floors, carved arches, molded ceilings and Moorish styled balconies, and is one of the few remaining treasures of its era.

 
A significant part of creating this hotel involved restoring the building back to its former grandeur. Located in Bambalapitiya in Colombo 4, it is in the heart of Colombo’s business district, however as its neatly cosseted away from the busy Galle road by its own cul de sac, it is a gated and very private hotel.     
 
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The Hotel is located just 45 minutes from Colombo to the Bandaranayake International Airport, and is in the centre of Colombo city making it the ideal hotel for business and leisure travelers .Hotel Sapphire set with convenience in the heart of Wellawatta, a cosmopolitan neighborhood offering you a host of attractions, with the inviting blue waters of the ocean just a five minute drive away, Hotel Sapphire is located, alongside the main highway of Galle Road in Colombo 6.
 
It is the easiest route to transport and to the tourist in particular, the Convenience of Traveling to and from the hotel is easy no matter what mode of transport is used. Hotel Sapphire is centrally located between the capital's cosmopolitan array of shops, offices and the golden beaches. The Sapphire hotel Colombo provides a business centre, 24 hour parking and a fully equiped gym. There is a medium size reception with a lounge adjacent to it where guests can relax. You can dine at the on-site Restaurant that serves both International and Chinese cuisine. The lobby is an ideal place to relax and meet friends or business delegates. During leisure, you can explore the city and its surrounding attractions.
 

Welcome to Global Towers Hotel, Sri Lanka Welcome to Global Towers Hotel. Situated on the beachfront of Colombo 6, this stunning addition to Colombos skyline offers all the facilities of a prestige hotel with the privacy and comfort of your own luxury accommodation. Whether you are travelling on business, on holiday or making a family trip, find your home away from home at Global Towers and enjoy every moment of your stay.

Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is today recognised as one of Asia's largest and finest group of hotels. The company opened its first hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Mumbai in 1903. A part of the Tata Group, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces comprises 79 hotels across 12 countries including the Maldives, Malaysia, USA and UK.
 
The Taj Samudra is strategically located in Colombo’s business hub and is just a short stroll to the city centre for shopping and entertainment. The hotel also boasts a peerless view of the Indian Ocean and the Galle Face Green, a hallmark of Colombo.
 
Taj Samudra is 37 km or approximately 1 hours drive from the International airport.
 
In keeping with the Taj Samudra's endeavour to offer an ever evolving service inline with increasing client expectations the Hotel has completely revamped many areas including the new Superior Rooms with all modern amenities as well as the new super luxurious Executive Rooms which are designed exclusively for the corporate business traveler. All rooms offer a Mini bar, air-conditioning, electronic safe, tea coffee maker, a choice of Satellite channels and hair dryer.
 
The Hotel also boasts a swank new All Day Dining Global Cuisine Restaurant cum coffee shop "Latitude" as well a renovated poolside and fully fledged gym.
 
Other Restaurants include "The Lobby Lounge", "Navratna" serving North Indian cuisine, "The Golden Dragon" serving the finest Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine; "The Steak and Grill House" offering a perfect Continental dining experience as well as the "Mix Bar" and "Mojo nightclub".
 
The hotel offers banqueting facilities from 50 persons up to 1500.
 
All areas of the hotel are wi-fi enabled.
 
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Strategically located in the heart of Colombo's business community. Hilton Colombo bears the first address in the prestigious Echelon Square. Just 32 kilometers from the Bandaranaike International Airport, the hotel has the advantage of being in Colombo's commercial hub housing banks, airlines, trading houses, supermarkets, gems & jewellery and curio shops, and being within walking distance to the Colombo Fort.The hotel was designed by Kanco Kikaku Sekkcisha & Dr. Yozo Shibata Associates of Japan. The original interiors were entrusted to Graham & Solano Ltd. based in Boston USA. Refurbishment done by Bent Severin & Associates Pte. Ltd, Singapore.
 
384 elegantly appointed guest rooms on 19 floors. A Presidential Suite and three other luxurious suite types. All rooms are centrally air conditioned with individual temperature controls, direct dial telephone with IDD facility, private bath with tub and telephone, shaving adapters, piped music and radio, 24hour satellite news and sports news, colour television and in-house movies, hair dryer, executive writing desk, broadband internet connection, refrigerated mini bar, safety vault, and 24 hour room service. Mix of rooms with king or twin beds. Physically challenged rooms available.
 
The Executive Floors are located on the 16th, 17th 18th and 19th floors, designed exclusively to cater to travelling executives. Expedited check–in and check-out facilities at its reception, 2 lounges, bar, snack service, butler service, complimentary Continental and American breakfast, afternoon tea, premium brand pre-dinner drinks, business library with international/local newspapers, trade directories and journals, safety vaults in each room. Personalized attention from Executive Floor Plus Manager, valet and butler service and deluxe fruit basket are among the many other amenities on offer.
 
The Grand Ballroom is located at the ground floor, appropriate for weddings, cocktails, seminars, launches etc. Can accommodate 1000 guests. Divisible into two sections. Large foyer, ideal for a back-up facility to the Grand Ballroom for cocktails or displays. Equipped with a complete range of audio¬visual aids, a technical and facilities. Thirteen smaller function rooms namely Garnet, Ruby, Topaz, Moonstone, Sapphire, Amethyst 1 and 2, and six boardrooms.The Sports & Fitness Club. Connected to the main hotel by an overhead pedestrian walkway.11 1/2 acre complex comprising large swimming pool, two poly lawn tennis courts, squash court, complete gymnasium, weight section, fitness cinema, jogging, track, hydro area with sauna, steam rooms, Jacuzzi, aerobics studio, yoga, massage rooms, kiddies wading pool and children's playground. Indoor and outdoor sports and golf links nearby.
 
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At one extremity of York Street, Colombo Fort, where Banks and business houses indicate the high level of commercial activity, stands a hostelry with a history of over one hundred and twenty five years - the GOH, which has as renowned a reputation as the Raffles of Singapore and the Taj Mahal of Mumbai. Here on the waterfront, within sight and sound of Colombo Harbour, just a stones throw from the Hotel, hospitality was dispensed to travellers who stepped ashore from all parts of the globe.

Situated in the heart of the city center with many a historical building within walking distance and a panoramic view of the magnificent Indian ocean, the Galadari Hotel offers a rich blend of service and quality in five star luxury living.
 
With a range of Deluxe rooms, Penthouse, Diplomatic, Royal and Presidential suites and a comprehensive list of facilities, the hotel is able to cater to the requirements of both the business and leisure traveller.
 
The 800 pax theatre style Grand Ballroom caters to international/local conferences, exhibitions and banquet functions. The Galadari Hotel, with its assortment of varied banquet halls, meeting rooms, and exceptional service, can tailor make ideal solutions for you.
 
Some of the main elegant Restaurants of the Hotel are "The California Grill - the Rooftop Restaurant", "Sticks" - the Chinese Restaurant, the "Sheherazade" the Arabic Restaurant and the 24 hour Coffee Shop, the "Margarita Blue"- Pub, the "Cafe 64" - Pastry Shop and the Executive Lounge.

With its innovative design - an immense square atrium around which the rooms are stacked - The Cinnamon Grand is an instant attraction. As the economic hub of the country, Colombo boasts a number of top-notch hotels that cater not only to tourists, but also discerning business travellers. Nowhere else in Sri Lanka you can find the luxuries and range of options that you can in the capital. Therefore, competition is fierce and establishments constantly strive to attract the best crowd and most influential clientele.
 
The new range of restaurants will tempt your palate and the exclusive apartments provide long term accommodation while it houses the most modern shopping complex in Sri Lanka. With motivated staff, an atmosphere of privacy, the largest gardens and swimming pool of any up-market Colombo hotel, a bustling shopping complex, and of course the array of tempting culinary options, it is already a force to be reckoned with.
 
Rooms
On entering your room, you will be faced with a quietly sophisticated and calming range of pastels. Everything is spotlessly clean and well-maintained, so that for once you will not have to make any request and have access to all you need to make your stay comfortable. The rooms are organized around the outside walls of the buildings with the centre hollowed out to showcase giant batiks in traditional style that hung from the ceiling of the top floor.
 
Dining
Without a doubt, a major highlight of the hotel is the range of dining options. The Taprobane is where your buffet cravings can be satisfied, as you will be pleasantly surprised by the care taken to prepare and present the food. It will be with many options not only for carnivores, but also for vegetarians. The desserts are impressively presented with fresh fruit and swirls of chocolate in individual cups, and perfectly finished off a very enjoyable lunch experience.
 
The Tao Restaurant is billed as having fusion cuisine, and features an open kitchen where patrons can see their dishes being prepared. Other eating options are The Lagoon Restaurant – seafood you choose yourself in a market-style setup, and The London Grill – fine dining with the emphasis on British flavours. Then there’s Cheers Pub that looks and smells like a good old English watering hole and features pool, darts, a kids club, and lots of beer and pub grub!
 
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Ceylon Continental Hotel Colombo, formally known as Ceylon Inter-Continental Colombo was open in 1973. Ceylon Continental Hotel Colombo which is primarily a 5 star business hotel, and popularly known as the Warmest Heart in Sri Lanka is situated in the heart of Colombo, overlooking the Indian Ocean. It caters both to the business and leisure sector. It also offers the best in accommodation, excellent cuisine local & international, superb and wide range of outdoor & indoor activities. The hotel comprises of 250 Rooms plus Suites with a view of the placid Indian Ocean. These elegantly design rooms are furnished to International Standards. We strive hard always to achieve success and reach the vision of ours through Dedication, Commitment, Creativity and Sacrifice.We take pride in announcing that we have now updated our banquet venues and increased capacity to cater to the upsurge in demand for banquet facilities. We now have a highly distinctive advantage in offering you five indoor venues and three outdoor venues to suit any event.
 
The "Sapphire Ballroom" the largest of them all which is located at the lobby level with its golden chandeliers and an elegant black and gold carpet is the venue for you to cater 50 guests.The "Moonstone Ballroom" with its splendid wood-carvings and brass chandeliers and a granite floor, is conveniently located at lower lobby level. It is ideally designed to accommodate 250 guests.The "Cat's Eye Ballroom" which has a panoramic view of the Indian Ocean ,Colombo Harbour and the city of Colombo is located on the 10th floor and is elegantly designed with a black and gold carpet and brass chandeliers, this most popular venue which is high in demand could accommodate 200 guests.
 
The "Pearl Banquet Hall" which is overlooking the swimming pool and the Indian Ocean has an additional open-air terrace facility. It is located at the lobby level with easy access through the pool terrace. It could accommodate 100 guests.Our outdoor venues are the best to host your wedding with a garden atmosphere. The "Tharanga Terrace" (open-air venue) overlooking the placid blue Indian ocean is the most bewitching venue to accommodate 200 guests.The "Pool Terrace" with its "Resort in the City" an added decoration of wood & straw huts, plus a view of the Indian Ocean, has easy access through the car park entrance. It has the capacity to accommodate 400 guests.
 
The "BBQ Garden" with its turf lawn, tiled terrace and lush foliage keeps you in touch with Mother Nature. It is conveniently located at lobby level with easy access from the main road entrance. It could accommodate 800 guests.Come visit us or talk to us about your catering needs. Let your problem be ours. We will provide you the solutions, in addition to venues and menus.We are the only 5star hotel that could provide you with an outdoor venue overlooking the ocean. For sure there is an advantage of beginning your event at the sunset and continuing until midnight under the stars.
 
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