The Kingsbury Colombo

5 stars
8.6
Very good
based on 2480 reviews
2,480 reviews
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo
+94 112 421 221
Fri 14/8
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Sat 15/8
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Overview

Offering an infinity pool, a rooftop terrace and a sauna, The Kingsbury Colombo is situated in Colombo and is a short walk from President's House Colombo, Colombo World Trade Center and Old Parliament Building. It boasts an on-site casino and views of the ocean.

The hotel has been recently refurbished and features 24-hour room service, an executive floor and a coffee bar. For a fast and effortless check-in and departure experience, guests can take advantage of the express check-in/check-out facility. A well-equipped gym is also provided.

The elegant rooms at The Kingsbury Colombo feature a mini bar, slippers and a refrigerator. They all come with a private bathroom that has a hair dryer, bathrobes and a shower.

The hotel features both restaurant and bar where guests can relax of an evening. Alternatively, there is a large range of international restaurants close by. For those on the move, the hotel offers packed lunches if needed.

Bandaranaike International Airport is around a 55-minute car ride from The Kingsbury Colombo and Fort Railway Station is within walking distance. The Colombo Rowing Club is also within a 10-minute walk.

8.6
Very good
2480 reviews

Latest deals for The Kingsbury Colombo

Fri 14/8
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Sat 15/8
Double room, bed type unknown
£1
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 twin bed
£97
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£60
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£68
nightly with fees
Executive room, bed type unknown
£109
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£62
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£68
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
£75
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King room, 1 king bed
£96
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£69
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£103
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Executive room, bed type unknown
£132
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£71
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£72
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£72
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£92
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£73
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Executive room, bed type unknown
£272
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£78
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Double room, bed type unknown
£78
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£85
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£208
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£81
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Superior room, bed type unknown
£87
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£131
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£100
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£104
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£105
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£105
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£109
nightly with fees
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Amenities at The Kingsbury Colombo

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Free parking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Public transport tickets
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Window
  • Executive lounge access
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Dining table

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Casino
  • Golf
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Night club

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Books, DVDs, music for children
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting/child care services (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Reviews of The Kingsbury Colombo

8.6
Very good
2480 verified ratings
Wonderful
1416
Very good
427
Good
273
Okay
140
Fair
89
Mediocre
61
Poor
80

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, friendly and supportive service, and high-quality breakfast offerings. Many highlighted the comfort and spaciousness of the rooms. However, noise disturbances, especially from loud music and external sources, were a common complaint among several guests. Some reviews also mentioned issues with room assignment, payment, and aging facilities, but the overall sentiment was positive regarding the core aspects of location, service, and breakfast.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Room Size7 out of 10
Noise Level1.5 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Jan 2018
Pros (+) Rooms were comfortable, great showers, good beds
Cons (-) They have a blaring disco at the pool until 11.30pm, the drum beats shaking the rooms at the North side of the hotel, affecting 50% of the hotel. They should either give a discount for those rooms or warn people. It's a strange business choice, as the DJ plays for 10-20 people at most, who don't seem to care about the music anyway, while a multitude of clients is adversely by it. I would certainly...
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Location

48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo

What's nearby

  • Colombo World Trade Center200 yd
  • Khan Clock Tower0.6 mi
  • Fort Railway Station0.6 mi
  • Jami Ul Alfar Mosque0.7 mi
  • Port of Colombo1.3 mi
  • Embassy of United States1.5 mi
  • Colombo City Centre1.5 mi
  • Colombo Town Hall1.9 mi
  • Viharamahadevi Park1.9 mi
  • R. Premadasa Stadium2 mi
  • Sugathadasa Stadium2 mi
  • National Museum of Colombo2.1 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Kingsbury Colombo

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November
September
£91
£88
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 16% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at The Kingsbury Colombo?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at The Kingsbury Colombo is June, with an average nightly rate of £71. The most expensive month is December at £88 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Kingsbury Colombo?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book The Kingsbury Colombo is Saturday, with an average nightly rate of £68. The most expensive day is Wednesday at £109 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Kingsbury Colombo?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at The Kingsbury Colombo, book around 9 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 24% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Kingsbury Colombo

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Kingsbury Colombo, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Kingsbury Colombo, plan to stay on a Saturday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Kingsbury Colombo was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £77, while the most expensive was £77.
  • How long should you stay at The Kingsbury Colombo? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at The Kingsbury Colombo

  • Where is The Kingsbury Colombo located?

    The Kingsbury Colombo is located at 48 Janadhipathi Mawatha in Fort, 0.4 miles from the centre of Colombo. Colombo World Trade Center is the closest landmark to The Kingsbury Colombo.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Kingsbury Colombo?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Kingsbury Colombo.

  • Does The Kingsbury Colombo offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Kingsbury Colombo offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Kingsbury Colombo offer free parking?

    Yes, The Kingsbury Colombo offers free parking.

  • How far is The Kingsbury Colombo from the airport?

    The Kingsbury Colombo is 5.1 miles from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. The Kingsbury Colombo is 17.3 miles from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Does The Kingsbury Colombo have a pool?

    Yes, The Kingsbury Colombo has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Kingsbury Colombo hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Kingsbury Colombo in Colombo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Kingsbury Colombo and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Kingsbury Colombo.

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Distance to airport

8.5
0.4 mi
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17.3 mi

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