Colombo City Hotel

Property class: 3
Fort's historic charm meets urban comfort at this Colombo retreat where travelers can enjoy morning coffee with breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace.

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Colombo City Hotel sits in the heart of Fort, offering travelers a vibrant base with convenient airport shuttle service. Guests can take in city views while dining on international cuisine at the PanoramaRoofTopRestaurant or relaxing with a beverage at the coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

DOUBLE DELUXE WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4

SINGLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1
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About the area

Located in Fort, a neighborhood in Colombo, Colombo City Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Colombo Harbor and Royal Colombo Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Diyasaru Park and Muthurajawela Visitor Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sugathadasa Stadium or R. Premadasa Stadium. Visit our Colombo travel guide
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33 Canal Row, Colombo Fort Echelon Square, Colombo, 00100

What's nearby

  • Two tall buildings against a blue sky with scattered clouds.
    Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A sunset over a pier with people silhouetted against the sky.
    Galle Face Green
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The New Kathiresan Temple with intricate carvings and statues.
    Pettah Market
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bally's Casino
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station
    9 min walk
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sapphire Dragon
    3 min drive
  • Bombay Borough
    12 min walk
  • Pastamania
    12 min walk
  • Ramen Izakaya Makotoya
    12 min walk
  • Sapphyr Lounge
    11 min walk

About this property

Colombo City Hotel

  • Hotel near Colombo City Centre
  • Take advantage of an airport shuttle, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Colombo City Hotel. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, PanoramaRoofTopRestaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge), and an elevator
    • A banquet hall, a porter/bellhop, and free newspapers
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like sound-insulated walls and minibars.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with bidets and tubs or showers
    • LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • PanoramaRoofTopRestaurant
  • Side Walk café

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 02)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Colombo City Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colombo City Hotel?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colombo City Hotel on Sept 1, 2026 start from CA $98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colombo City Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Colombo City Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Colombo City Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies.

Where is Colombo City Hotel located?

Located in Fort, this hotel is steps from King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, and Colombo World Trade Center. Bank of Ceylon Tower and Talangama Wetland are also within 5 minutes. Colombo Fort Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Colombo City Hotel Reviews

6.8

6.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 128 reviews

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