| straightforward rooms include flat screen tvs, free wi fi and minifridges, plus sitting areas. there's also a restaurant, plus a lobby lounge, 24/7 security and guest laundry facilities. parking is complimentary. set across from the coast, this modest hotel is 5 km from the national zoological gardens of sri lanka, 4 km from independence square and a 10 minute walk from the bambalapitiya railway station. room service is available
Bandaranaike International Airport 53 min
Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (37 min)
Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist. Diyawanna Lake (26 min)
Lake and wetland Mount Lavinia Beach (17 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. Galle Face Green (8 min)
Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views. Independence Square (10 min)
Square in front of Independence Memorial Hall featuring a fountain topped by a statue. National Museum (8 min)
Big, stately museum with royal objects & other artifacts relating to Sri Lanka's history & culture. Gangaramaya Temple (11 min)
Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training. Viharamahadevi Park (9 min)
Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling. Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (18 min)
Landmark long-standing mosque known for its striking red & white brick facade. Diyatha Uyana (25 min)
Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court. Dehiwala Zoological Garden (12 min)
Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden. Beira Lake (13 min)
Expansive lake near the city center known for its scenic island, Buddhist temple & lakefront paths. Dutch Museum (16 min)
Former 17th-century governor's residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule. Seema Malakaya (9 min)
Serene Buddhist temple on floating platforms featuring numerous Buddha statues & airy shrines. | 
