The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel

The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel

$$$$|View on mapColombo, Sri Lanka|
8.2
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The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel
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Overview

Located nearly 5 minutes' walk from Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the 5-star Kingsbury Colombo Hotel offers a wellness centre and a spa lounge, including a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. The hotel features a swimming pool and an à la carte restaurant, boasting a location at the doorstep of the 39 - storey towers "World Trade Center".

Location

The centre of Colombo can be reached in 30 minutes' walk of this property, and such cultural venues as J R Jayawardena Centre Cultural Center are 2.8 km away. The Kingsbury is nearly 5 minutes' walk from Colombo Port City and about 2 km from Gangaramaya Park. Visit Beira Lake, approximately a 30-minute drive from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Sri Lanka. Also, The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel is within 25 minutes' walk of Seema Malaka.

The property is located 15 km from Kelaniya airport and right by President's Office Halt bus stop.

Rooms

There are 229 rooms comprising a balcony and a place for dining. Some of them offer individual climate control and central heating along with an electric kettle. Guests can also make use of a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as hairdryers and dressing gowns. Some rooms look out over the sea.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant is open daily for breakfast. You can go to Sky restaurant for dinner or eat your lunch at Ocean restaurant.

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$17 per person per day. 

Leisure & Business

Guests also have access to an outdoor pool and a golf course provided at an additional cost. The Kingsbury Colombo features various activities, including live performances, a nightclub, and a casino. Corporate travellers will benefit from a business centre available on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12 pm
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$17 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:10
Number of rooms:229
Former name
Ceylon Continental
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Rooms and availability

Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
Presidential Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
Premium Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Casino
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services

Room view

  • City view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Kingsbury Colombo

💵 Lowest room price 7002 INR
📏 Distance to centre 2.8 km
🗺️ Location rating 8.6
✈️ Distance to airport 10.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, dwo

Location

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48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 10732
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48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 10732
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
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1 Bank of Ceylon Mawatha
World Trade Center
150 m
Janadhipathi Mawatha
Khan Clock Tower
190 m
Mall
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190 m
Public Building
Old Parliament Building
180 m
Galle Buck
Colombo Fort
490 m
Museum
Central Bank Currency Museum
180 m
Bank of Ceylon Mawatha Colombo 1
King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell
160 m
No. 40 York Street
Cargills Department Store
400 m
Church
St. Paul's Church
420 m
Japan Sri Lanka Friendship Rd Battaramulla
Ape Gama
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Colombo Fort Clock Tower
200 m
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Old Kathiresan Temple
420 m
Chaithya Rd
Sambodhi Chaithya
570 m
Lake Road
Talangama Wetland
4.2 km
Restaurant
Ministry of Crab
170 m
Restaurant
Yue Chuan
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Restaurant
The Ocean, The Kingsbury
300 m
Restaurant
The Kings
40 m
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Churros
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Honey Beach Club
100 m
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Yue Chuen
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Reviews of The Kingsbury Colombo

8.2 /10
Great201 reviews
Location8.6
Rooms7.0
Service7.6
Dining6.6
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  • Very good
    7.0

    Wonderful place, it was fairly clean and had lovely staff from Priyantha the Chief concierge and Bellboy Manjula to all the waiting staff and maids.

    Cyril United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The soundproof rooms are a great feature. the hotel has a beautiful location close to attractions like the World Trade Center, Old Dutch Hospital, train stations, and Galle Face Green. - the breakfast is marvellous and tasty. - the hotel offers high-quality food.

    Richard United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.2

    Convenient location right in the heart of everything! The staff here really have your back, they're super helpful and quick to respond to any requests. 🌟

    Micky United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    wonderful old hotel with top-class personnel and beautiful view of galle face beach. fashionable room and rich and extensive breakfast to start the day. very central location to the sea side on the 4th night. tasty food in the rooftop restaurant. very good overall experience.

    Edgar United States, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    We really enjoyed its wonderful and delicious breakfasts!

    Our room was stylish, new-fashioned, with additional bed, a mini bar and a balcony. The location in a reasonably good area was good and perfect and there were a local market and local markets nearby.

    Gary United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.4

    Quiet rooms that block out noise, modern and offer a fantastic view of Galle Face. 🌅

    David United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    The room was well-kept with a comfortable bed, a choice of pillows, and a safe, while the location was exceptionally nice and the staff were very efficient.

    Jay United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.0

    Everything was fantastic, and it had excellent wi-fi. The room was well-kept, had a balcony and a safe. There were sumptuous breakfasts with sushi and many varieties and fresh orange juice and the location was exceptionally nice.

    Leonard United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    Every time in Colombo, I choose this place. the hotel is well-run. 3. the staff, from Priyantha the Chief concierge and Bellboy Manjula to all the waiting staff and maids, are very efficient. 4. the room is tastefully decorated and a nice size. 5. the location is unbeatable. 6. the sky bar makes refreshing drinks.

    Adam United Kingdom, 
  • Guest rating
    5.6

    This venue comes highly recommended to everyone; I had a wonderful stay thanks to the excellent service and facilities they provide.

    David United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    Convenient Location and Nearby Eateries 🍽️

    This place is nicely situated right in the heart of things, just a stone's throw away from a lovely restored clock tower. We decided to grab a bite to eat at a well-known nearby restaurant that serves up some tasty seafood dishes.

    Richard United States, 
  • Great
    8.0

    Ideal spot close enough to the night club as well as cocktails are amazing. Outstanding food in the rooftop restaurant in the vicinity. The room was nicely decorated, compact, and the staff was so supportive.

    Greg United States, 
  • Great
    8.0

    The hotel is extremely convenient and the staff is delightfully helpful and very well-mannered. The deluxe room I stayed in was tastefully decorated and a nice size.- Having a balcony and safe in the room was definitely a plus.

    Sidney United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.2

    The location was great and beautiful for walking around twin towers. Neat and compact units with choice of pillows and very comfy bed plus a view if galle, and the staff were accommodating.

    Alison United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    10.0

    We recently had the pleasure of staying at a fantastic hotel in Colombo. The service provided by the staff was absolutely excellent. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality. Our wedding coordinator, Mr. Thameera, went above and beyond to ensure that our ceremony was perfect. He provided us with exceptional support from start to finish. Additionally, Mr. Chaminda, the banquet captain, and his team were incredibly helpful and made our event truly memorable. We wholeheartedly recommend anyone to stay or host events at this remarkable hotel. The staff's amazing support and dedication truly made our ceremony fantastic.

    Christina United States, 
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