across the road from the laccadive sea, this relaxed hotel is a 6 minute walk from bambalapitiya train station, and 3 km from both the gangaramaya buddhist temple and the colombo national museum. apartments include kitchenettes and separate living rooms. amenities include a bar, a disco, and a terrace with sea views. check in time: 12:00 pmcheck out time: 11:00 am. upgraded rooms add living areas and sea views. room service is available. the casual rooms come with free wi fi, flat screen tvs and minifridges, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities Bandaranaike International Airport 53 min
Dehiwala Zoological Garden (13 min) Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden. Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (37 min) Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist. National Museum (7 min) Big, stately museum with royal objects & other artifacts relating to Sri Lanka's history & culture. Dutch Museum (16 min) Former 17th-century governor's residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule. Independence Square (9 min) Square in front of Independence Memorial Hall featuring a fountain topped by a statue. Gangaramaya Temple (11 min) Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training. Seema Malakaya (9 min) Serene Buddhist temple on floating platforms featuring numerous Buddha statues & airy shrines. Galle Face Green (9 min) Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views. Pettah Floating Market (18 min) Food, clothing, electronics & other goods sold from 90+ stalls, including some on built on boats. Beira Lake (14 min) Expansive lake near the city center known for its scenic island, Buddhist temple & lakefront paths. Diyatha Uyana (24 min) Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court. Viharamahadevi Park (10 min) Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling. Mount Lavinia Beach (18 min) Scenic beach offering a stretch of sand, waves, lifeguards, hotels & nearby restaurants. Colombo Lotus Tower (15 min) Towering 1,168 ft. complex featuring a tv tower, hotel, auditorium, observation deck & mall. Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (18 min) Landmark long-standing mosque known for its striking red & white brick facade. |