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Low season | November | Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price. |
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High season | July | Most expensive month to stay with an average 143% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | £54 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | £59 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
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- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Colombo, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Colombo in November and September.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Colombo if you stay on a Wednesday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 66 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Colombo accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Colombo found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £8, while the most expensive was £130.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Colombo for 6 days.
- Hoping to do some shopping during your time in Colombo? Select a hotel in Pettah, a neighbourhood known for having a series of famous outdoor bazaars — commonly referred to as the Pettah Market. The 55 Fort Train Hostel is a budget-friendly choice located in the heart of this neighbourhood and is only a 6-minute walk from the city’s main port.
- To discover some of Colombo’s green spaces, choose a hotel near Galle Face Green, such as the chic Taj Samudra located a 2-minute walk away. This urban park stretches for more than 500 meters along the oceanfront and covers about 5 hectares.
- If you are interested in the history of Buddhism, consider staying in a hotel near the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, a historic site that contains many artefacts, as well as a visitor education centre. Alternatively, the Residence by Uga Escapes is set in a mansion that was built in the 19th century and is only a 4-minute walk from the temple.
- Travellers who want to learn more about Sri Lanka’s heritage and culture should pick a hotel near the National Museum of Colombo, such as the modern Le Papillon hotel, which is less than a 5-minute walk away. This museum contains many artefacts and objects related to the history of Sri Lanka and offers both guided and self-guided tours.
- If you are a golf-enthusiast, make sure to book a hotel close to the Royal Colombo Golf Club, such as the Villa Key 2 Ceylon, which is only a 3-minute drive away. This 18-hole course is the oldest golf club in Sri Lanka and has an upscale restaurant available to both members and guests.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Colombo
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Colombo. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
If you are looking for a hotel close to Pettah Market, you should consider staying at Galadari Hotel and Cinnamon Grand Colombo, as they are the most recommended by KAYAK users.
In the last 3 days, double rooms in Colombo have been found on KAYAK for as cheap as £5. On average, the price for a double room is £47.
The Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is a 5-star choice that is located on the shores of Beira Lake and offers rooms with views of both the water and the city. The Taj Samudra hotel is directly across from the Laccadive Sea and has rooms with balconies that look out over the city and the sea.
The Ocean Colombo, a contemporary choice, is a 2-minute walk from the Laccadive Sea and has a large business centre with several private meeting rooms. The Yoho Colombo City Hotel is a modest choice and, situated just an 8-minute walk from the beachfront, has a small business centre and a large event space.
The Mahasen by Foozoo is a unique hotel only an 8-minute walk from Independence Memorial Hall and a 7-minute walk from Cinnamon Gardens. Bunkyard Hostels, a budget choice, is a 6-minute walk from the hall and a 9-minute walk from the National Museum of Colombo.
The City Motel is an affordable choice. It is an 8-minute walk from the Colombo Dutch Museum and offers a free airport shuttle service for guests. The Port View City Hotel is also an 8-minute walk from the museum and a 7-minute walk from the Port of Colombo.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Colombo districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Colombo city centre
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