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The Residence

Property class: 3

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A dining table with breakfast items and a view of the cityscape and ocean. - The Residence (Colombo)
A modern living room with a wooden door, a blue sofa set, a white coffee table, and a potted plant. - The Residence (Colombo)
A room with a large window, a desk with a plant, and a view of buildings and clouds. - The Residence (Colombo)
A hotel room with two beds, a window with a view of buildings, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small shelf with towels. - The Residence (Colombo)
A balcony with large green and yellow plants, a white tiled floor, and a view of buildings in the background. - The Residence (Colombo)
The Residence provides amenities like a terrace and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows.

Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bed with a dark blue blanket and white pillows, a lamp on the nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, and blue striped pillows.

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Suite, Balcony

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

Two beds with white and navy blue bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door in the background.

Family Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Colombo is home to The Residence. Geoffrey Bawa's Residence and Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Colombo Golf Club and Colombo Harbor. Talangama Wetland and Dehiwala Zoological Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Colombo travel guide
Map
471 - 4/1, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, 00300

What's nearby

  • Majestic City
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Marino Mall
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Colombo
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bellagio Casino
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Casino Marina Colombo
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Hotel De Pilawoos
    8 min walk
  • Burger Hangover
    10 min walk
  • Street Burger
    13 min walk
  • Tides
    8 min walk
  • Sunset Bar
    8 min walk

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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
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 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

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

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Reviews

The Residence Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and kind. Having breakfast at terrace was good 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really wonderful. There is a mall within walking distance. Easy to get taxi around the city. Also nice restaurant and souveiner shop across the street
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nadarajah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly service from the staff. I would rate the staff as excellent. Room was so small to the level it is just usable. Breakfast was OK. Good value for money, if you are OK with limited space within the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yasutaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very stylish and clean hotel for the price. The breakfast was hearty and delicious which included three kinds of fruit everyday. Time for breakfast and room cleaning were accommodated me. The all stuffs were friendly and accommodating when I need print out and very very early checkout (3 AM). Thanks to Muhammed as you said we are friend.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vick

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

Fantastic Residence Hotel in Colombo,Sri Lanka

Fantastic residence-type business hotel to stay.Very attentive, helpful and friendly receptionist (all) and breakfast staff. Room serviced daily, and there is always help available if you need it. Healthy breakfast with tropical fruits and juice ''continental breakfast''. My experience with this hotel is excellent and up to standard. I will definitely be back at this hotel someday. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Romaine

Not Worth

When I checked in to the hotel I had paid for 2 guests and I said I will be having a friend over and the manager said that they only alllw couples at the property and wanted me to show my marriage certificate and I was flabbergasted as I’ve traveled to over 30 countries and I’ve NEVER had to show my marriage certificate lol will never stay here ever again. Room was small smelled of smoke.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Unterkunft, richtig gutes Frühstück.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hiroki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
建物が少しわかりづらいところにあります。さらにビルの入り口にいるガードマン(？)の方にカードキーでエレベーターを操作してもらい、3F受付まで辿り着く必要があります。 ホテルの内装は清潔で、部屋も日本のビジネスホテルに近いものになっています。ただし窓が薄く道路が近いためか、夜は少し外の音が気になりました。 テラスで海を見ながらの朝食は最高でした。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naveetha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely good staff & easy accessibility for everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is tucked away in a little alley across from Barefoot Cafe. The room is spotless, cozy, and filled with free coffee and cookies. Imran was very friendly and was able to arrange transportation to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AsiaSalesMgr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in an office building on Galle Road, a few hundred meters from the sea. The rooms are nice, aircon and ceiling fans are strong, hot shower, good breakfast. Plenty of restaurants in walking distance. Easy to get Uber or auto rickshaw out front. Will definitely stay again. Thanks to Imran and the staff for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nobu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
割引価格で利用しましたが値段と部屋のグレードのバランスがビジネスホテルと考えれば妥当なところでした。
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
部屋は非常に清潔とまでは言えませんが、同等のランクのスリランカのホテルの中ではキレイに掃除されていた方だと思います。私が宿泊した部屋は少々狭かったですが、広い部屋もありそうでした。スタッフは皆さん陽気で優しく、感じの良い人ばかりでした。バスターミナルまで行くのにトゥクトゥクを呼んでくれて、ちゃんと妥当な料金で乗せてくれる人を連れてきてくれました。スリランカのガイドブックが各国の言語のものが置いてあったり、ミネラルウォーターがたくさんもらえたり、おいしい朝食も良かったです。立地としては、ビーチが近く、さらに近くにベアフットという有名なお店があります。が、その他スパセイロンやタワー、寺院やモスク、市場などからは遠いです。もちろん、空港からも離れています。歩くことが苦痛でない、または、トゥクトゥクに乗って移動で良いという方は、写真の通りの部屋ですので、宿泊先に選ぶのも良いかと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nicely furnished hotel, clean and tidy and staff were extremely helpful. Also, a very nice cup of coffee in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ayaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Imran, Haq and Imdad were really hospitable and really took care of me. The place is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

saba

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

Okaish but needs improvements

The bathroom size was way too small, when sitting on the toilet your knees will touch the wall which makes it uncomfortable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jey

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

Nice place to enjoy the heart of the city,

Main attractions were excellent location, healthy breakfast and very helpful staff especially Imdad , Imran and Newfer who served breakfast daily, Very secure place to stay within the city and all shopping within walking distance,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Snabbvisit i Colombo

Rent transithotell, rätt bra område, duger gott en natt eller två. Ingen frukost tillgänglig, ingen terrass som utlovad.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Daniel

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

不算是飯店，只是民宿

不算是飯店，只是民宿............很沒有隱私性，房間到處螞蟻，床單有霉味，距離市中心有距離，吃喝都不方便
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shaffi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice hotel

There is no vehicle parking space for hotel and room spacious is not enough.other than that nice views and nice staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Good but very small.

The Hotel was well located and accessible with helpful and competent staff the only problem was the size of the room, we had checked on the Web and the rooms looked good, however when we arrived the room was so small that there was more room in most closets, the bathroom was so small to use the toilet you had to sit with your feet outside the door. The staff were competent and helpful and the room was very clean but, as I said, very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

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

Great room and location, just very small

This hotel is in the perfect location with a lot of cafes nearby. It was very modern and comfy, but the rooms were very small and felt cramped. It also had a very large security safe in the room, which was great, as I could put my computer and other valuables in there and the entire place felt very secure. It's in the heart of the city so you can walk outside and see many beautiful places.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Leider kein Frühstück verfügbar. Schöner Balkon und gute Lage.