Title: Big John Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Big John Hotel Hotel in Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia with free parking ## Photo gallery for Big John Hotel ![Front of property - Big John Hotel (Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/123000000/122999800/122999779/c6385260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Triple Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View - Big John Hotel (Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/123000000/122999800/122999779/35d2a45d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Triple Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View - Big John Hotel (Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/123000000/122999800/122999779/a2a937f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Triple Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Bathroom - Big John Hotel (Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/123000000/122999800/122999779/e0763912.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Triple Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Bathroom - Big John Hotel (Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/123000000/122999800/122999779/4c79c514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Colombo City Centre, Big John Hotel has plenty to offer. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Air conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=122999779&PinnedHotelID=122999779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Mount Lavinia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Lavinia.dx55379) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.85820%2C79.86075&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=l70oSnZz21IjLT4L4l8XFx8jDMQ=) 47 Albert Pl, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, WP, 10350 ### What's nearby - ![An artistic name board in National Zoo of Sri Lanka. It's eye catching.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975861457/d2b3df3e-ecef-4a33-a980-2437dfae0275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dehiwala Zoological Garden 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - ![Beautiful Colombo city buildings and skyline in Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974766275/8e75d0b8-8577-4835-b941-cbc96ebf193c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colombo City Centre 9 min drive \- 8.0 km - ![Head over to the Galle Face Green to catch these amazing sunsets. #Trover #Sunsets #Travel #Sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/622a9ab9-6835-4c82-848a-792b201663b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Galle Face Green 9 min drive \- 8.1 km - Traditional Puppet Art Museum 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - New Delmon Hospital 20 min walk \- 1.7 km ### Getting around - Wellawatta Railway Station 3 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - Soul Beach Colombo 4 min walk - Star Hotel 7 min walk - Hotel Shafa 9 min walk - Pink Salt 6 min walk - Shanmugas 10 min walk ## About this property ### Big John Hotel Hotel near Colombo City Centre Big John Hotel provides everything you need. Other perks include: - Free self parking Room features All guestrooms at Big John Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like sound-insulated walls. 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6:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### 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 cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big John Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Big John Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Big John Hotel? ### Where is Big John Hotel located? ## Have a question? 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