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The Residence

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colombo with a 24-hour front desk

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Located in Bambalapitiya, The Residence provides a comfortable stay with a peaceful terrace for unwinding. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi, start their day with English breakfast, and access the business center with 24-hour front desk support whenever needed.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, Balcony

Suite, Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
471 - 4/1, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, 00300

What's nearby

  • Marino Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bellagio Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Galle Face Green - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 6 min walk
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Plate - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Majestic Food Court - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roots - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Acropol Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - Bambalapitiya - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Residence

Hotel near Colombo City Centre
The Residence provides amenities like a terrace and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a computer station, and an elevator
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at The Residence have perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals 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 7 per person
  • Service fee: 18 percent

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 and a first aid kit
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

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Residence Hotel Colombo
Residence Colombo
The Residence Hotel
The Residence Colombo
The Residence Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Residence?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Residence?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Residence?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Residence located?

Located in Bambalapitiya, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Majestic City and German Embassy Colombo. Marino Mall and Saskia Fernando Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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