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THE DEN 23

Property class: 2.5

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A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants. - THE DEN 23 (Colombo)
A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter. - THE DEN 23 (Colombo)
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window. - THE DEN 23 (Colombo)
A hotel lobby with a wooden door labeled "Luggage & Storage," a mounted television, a fire extinguisher, a small table with papers, and a potted plant. - THE DEN 23 (Colombo)
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city. - THE DEN 23 (Colombo)
Close to Colombo City Centre, THE DEN 23 provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a towel arranged on the bed.

Economy Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a window with blinds.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Suduwella, a neighborhood in Colombo, THE DEN 23 is near a metro station. Royal Colombo Golf Club and Colombo Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Water World Lanka. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sinhalese Sports Club or R. Premadasa Stadium. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Colombo travel guide
Map
23 Norris Canal Rd, 94777392336, Colombo, WP, 00010

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a body of water, and a traditional pavilion.
    Colombo City Centre
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Colombo Lotus Tower
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Colombo Town Hall
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Viharamahadevi Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sri Lanka National Museum
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station
    10 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King - Asiri Central
    3 min walk
  • Bake House Red Caboose Bar And Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Maradana time up
    6 min walk
  • Vanitha Villas
    7 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    10 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 5 per person

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
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 THE DEN 23 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at THE DEN 23?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at THE DEN 23?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is THE DEN 23 located?

Located in Suduwella, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dewatagaha Mosque and Colombo City Centre. Elphinstone Theatre and Colombo Town Hall are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

THE DEN 23 Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Den 23. Good stopover if you moving out in the country from Colombo.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed is comfortable huge room, good customer service great working ac. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bente

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean room, very friendly staff, great food
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were super friendly and couldn’t do more for us! So pleased we stayed here for our time in Colombo. The hotel is so well situated too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and good place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay here again , comfortable bed clean room, great breakfast options and the staff were very helpful and made our stay seamless. Thank you, Den 23 and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Funda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had s lovely stay, the staff is super nice and helpful and it was close to central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect! The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The accommodation is lovely and the breakfast was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, nice hosts. Very accommodating and friendly! :-)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff and loved the rooftop restaurant, the food was great (they do a great kottu!).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with great amenities - rooftop dining is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my quick stay - offered everything a tired traveller needed. Staff very friendly. I have booked to stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a convenient, not-too-touristy stay upon arriving in Colombo. The hotel is hidden and quiet and the staff is extremely hospitable. Rooftop views for the restaurant are the highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d highly recommend this place! It’s an unassuming spot but the rooftop has an absolutely spectacular view with an incredible restaurant. I had the best seafood pasta I’ve ever had there; each meal was truly amazing. The staff are so, so kind and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, spacious, and had everything I needed. I only spent a night here but I wish I had stayed longer simply because I enjoyed this hotel so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and affordable - with good location

excellent affordable and conveniently located hotel. Well known to tuktuks, so a nice base. Hotel staff is very supportive. Room is well outfitted and amenities like laundry very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nilantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliest staff ever…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jolanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Good rooftop restaurant with good food and good views Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room in this hotel was safe, quiet, modern and spacious. Staff were very nice. Awesome rooftop restaurant with great reasonably price food with a view. Highly recommend this hotel for great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value!

This is a great value hotel. It's modern and clean and a very warm welcome is on offer from the family who own it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very modern and clean. Quiet and safe location. Room was spacious and excellent amenities. Great value hotel with an excellent rooftop restaurant. Can highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Colombo. Would always come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uthpala - the manager is the best!

Uthpala is one the best hotel managers ever! Incredibly friendly and dutiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can tell it’s a new place! Very clean and modern. The restaurant at the top was amazing. Staff friendly. I recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice base for our first 2 nights in Sri Lanka. There was a bit of confusion about our booking when we checked in but quickly sorted out. The hotel is very clean and quite modern. A good location close to the cinnamon gardens area, the national museum and viharamedevi park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024