Hotels on the beach in Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Colombo District. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in September 2026.
The List 13 Amazing Beach Hotels in Colombo District
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1 Villa i Dehiwala
Situated within a few steps of Mount Lavinia Beach and 6.3 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Villa i features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dehiwala. The property is around 12 km from Khan Clock Tower, 14 km from R Premadasa Stadium and 34 km from Leisure World. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the inn, rooms come with a terrace. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Villa i also boast free WiFi. St Anthony's Church is 48 km from the accommodation, while Mount Lavinia Bus Stand is 2 km from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 40 km away.
Address 37 Sri Dharmapala Road Villa i Show on map -
2 Galle Face Hotel
Kollupitiya
This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, features a spa and a saltwater pool with lounge chairs that faces the vast Indian Ocean. With hardwood floors, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They come equipped with a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A minibar and a personal safe are included. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa or work out at the gym. Galle Face Hotel also provides a business center. In the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 22 miles from Colombo International Airport. Local and international dining options can be enjoyed at the hotel's 2 on-site restaurants, Verandah and 1864. For a drink, guests can head to the bar.
Address 2, Galle Road Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Gym / fitness center
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3 50 By The Sea Dehiwala
Set in Dehiwala, 400 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, 50 By The Sea offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 4.7 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 10 km from Khan Clock Tower and 12 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. 50 By The Sea offers an American or halal breakfast. Leisure World is 36 km from the accommodation, while St Anthony's Church is 46 km from the property.
Address 50 Albert Place Show on map -
4 The Beach Villa
Mount Lavinia
Situated in Mount Lavinia, 70 metres from Mount Lavinia Beach, The Beach Villa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms have a wardrobe. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 6.7 km from The Beach Villa, while Khan Clock Tower is 12 km from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 41 km away.
Address 07 De Alwis Ave,10350 Show on map- Swimming pool
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5 Hotel Nelly Marine
Wellawatte
Located in Colombo, Hotel Nelly Marine offers beachfront accommodations a 4-minute walk from Mount Lavinia Beach and facilities like a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property provides a tour desk, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. A continental, American or Asian breakfast is available at the property. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 2.5 miles from Hotel Nelly Marine, while Khan Clock Tower is 5.9 miles away.
Address 53 Ramakrishna Road 53/1e Show on map -
6 Mirage Colombo
Wellawatte
Mirage Hotel Colombo is located in Colombo. The hotel provides elegant accommodations equipped with a private balcony and free WiFi access is available. The hotel also offers an outdoor pool. The rooms here will provide you with air conditioning, a safe and a mini-bar. The private bathrooms provide hot shower facilities. You can enjoy a sea view from all the rooms. At Mirage Hotel Colombo you will find a restaurant which serves a selection of German, Italian, Chinese and Sri Lankan food. Other facilities offered include a tour desk, dry cleaning and a laundry service. The hotel is 1.4 mi from Dehiwala Zoo, 1.6 mi from Bambalapitiya Railway and 1.8 mi from Barefoot Gallery. Bandaranaike International Airport is 21 mi away, while Colombo City Center is a 15-minute drive from the property. The property offers free parking for guest's convenience.
Address MIRAGE COLOMBO NO 61,Marine Drive, COLOMBO 06 Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
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7 Palmyrah Residencies
Colombo
Located in Colombo, a few steps from Bambalapitiya Beach, Palmyrah Residencies has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. This 1-star hotel offers a concierge service, a tour desk and free WiFi. Some accommodations at the property have a balcony with a city view. An Asian breakfast is available at the hotel. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is a 5-minute walk from Palmyrah Residencies, while Khan Clock Tower is 3.4 miles from the property.
Address 22 Palmyrah Avenue Show on map- Water park
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8 Berjaya Hotel Colombo
Mount Lavinia
Berjaya Hotel Colombo is within walking distance of Mount Lavinia Beach and Odel Shopping Mall. It features 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available. Rooms at Berjaya Hotel Colombo feature a work desk and a separate vanity table. Each room is equipped with a cable TV and a mini-bar. Tea/coffee making facilities are available upon request. A 10-minute drive will bring guests to the Sri Lanka Zoo. Bandaranaike International Airport is 28 mi away from Berjaya Hotel Colombo. Chargeable airport transfers can be arranged. Berjaya Hotel has a travel desk where guests can make tour and transport arrangements. The hotel also features courier services and currency exchange. Guest can sample authentic Sri Lankan and international cuisines at The Peacock Restaurant. Located on the beach, Rasa Malaysia Restaurant serves traditional Malaysian-style meals.
Address No:36, College Avenue Show on map- Swimming pool
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9 The Ocean Colombo - Guaranteed Sea View Rooms
Colombo
Boasting spectacular ocean view from every guest room, The Ocean Colombo - Guaranteed Sea View Rooms features modern and comfortable accommodations along Marine Drive. It offers free parking space on site and provides complimentary WiFi access in the entire property. This nonsmoking hotel is just 0. 6 mi from Majestic Shopping Mall. MGM Casino is 0.7 mi away while Sri Lanka National Museum is 1.7 mi from the hotel. Bandaranaike International Airport is accessible with a 20 mi drive. Tastefully furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with a wardrobe, in-room safe, a seating area, mini-bar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom includes shower facility, hairdryer and free toiletries. At The Ocean Colombo - Guaranteed Sea View Rooms, friendly staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist guests with luggage storage, laundry and car rental services. A business center is available, while meeting/banquet facilities can be arranged upon request. Overlooking the sea, the in-house restaurant serves a delectable spread of Sri Lankan cuisine. Meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of guests’ rooms.
Address No 40, Melbourne Avenue, On Marine Drive, Colombo 4 Show on map -
10 Lavinia Blue Hotel
Mount Lavinia Beach
Located in Mount Lavinia, a few steps from Mount Lavinia Beach, Lavinia Blue Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and Asian options. Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 4.2 miles from the hotel, while Khan Clock Tower is 7.7 miles from the property.
Address Lavinia Blue Boutique Hotel, 30/3, De Seram Road , Mount Lavinia Show on map -
11 Global Towers Hotel & Apartments
Wellawatte
Enjoying a beachfront location on Colombo Beach, Global Towers offers value-for-money accommodations with 24-hour room service. It features an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a spa offering Ayurvedic treatments. Global Towers Hotel & Apartments is a 5-minute walk from Galle Road and the Wellawatte Railway Station, while the city center is 3. 7 mi away. Bandaranaike International Airport is about 21 mi from the hotel. All accommodations have private balconies and elegant bathrooms with shower facilities. Each apartment offers large living and dining areas. The wellness center offers many relaxation options like a sauna, hot tub, and customized rejuvenation treatments at the spa. Guests can also enjoy the view from the rooftop garden. There is a travel office on site for convenience. It also offers a 24-hour restaurant which serves international and Asian cuisine. Traditional Sri Lankan dishes and fresh seafood are also available.
Address 11 Marine Drive, Colombo - 06 Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
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12 Green Green By CMB Apartments
Mount Lavinia
Set in Mount Lavinia, within 400 metres of Mount Lavinia Beach and 6.5 km of Bambalapitiya Railway Station, Green Green By CMB Apartments offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 12 km from Khan Clock Tower. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, the units at Green Green By CMB Apartments have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A Full English/Irish, American or Asian breakfast is available at the property. R Premadasa Stadium is 14 km from the accommodation, while Leisure World is 35 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 40 km from the property.
Address 37, 4 Beach Road 2 Show on map -
13 Blue Ocean Breeze Dehiwala
Set in Dehiwala, a few steps from Mount Lavinia Beach, Blue Ocean Breeze offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is located 6.4 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station, 12 km from Khan Clock Tower and 14 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The hotel has an indoor pool, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe and a balcony with a sea view. Leisure World is 34 km from Blue Ocean Breeze, while St Anthony's Church is 48 km from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 40 km away.
Address 25 Siripala Road 7 Show on map- Rooftop pool
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