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Hotels in Colombo rated best by other travelers

Rated by travelers as the best in the city, these stays all get 5 stars for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Olcote in Ceylon

21.91 km from city center

$3,314

Per night

Ayr Castle 1922 by Reveal

36.33 km from city center

$4,906

Per night

De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

3.50 km from city center

$1,645

Per night

Olcote in Ceylon

21.91 km from city center

$3,314

Per night

Ayr Castle 1922 by Reveal

36.33 km from city center

$4,906

Per night

De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

3.50 km from city center

$1,645

Per night

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Highest-rated hotel	Olcote in Ceylon – 5.0
Cheapest month to book	April
Average 4-star hotel price	$1,349 per night
Average 5-star hotel price	$2,002 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Colombo: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In Colombo, the expected average temperature in April is 28°C. The warmest month is typically May, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November, and the driest month is February.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Colombo with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Colombo hotel deal?

Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $123 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $123 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Colombo hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is $994 per night, and the average price on weekends is $981. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Colombo could be Sunday.

What airports are the closest to the center of Colombo?

The nearest airport to Colombo is Kelaniya Airport (KEZ), which is 10.0km from the city center.

Other airports include:

Colombo Ratmalana Airport, which is 13.4km from the city center.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, which is 27.5km from the city center.
Bentota River Airport, which is 52.2km from the city center.
Katugastota Airport, which is 71.7km from the city center.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Colombo?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Colombo, and the most expensive day seems to be Tuesday.

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Colombo?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Colombo is currently around <a href="https://www.skyscanner.com.mx/mx/en-us/mxn/hotels/search?entity_id=27539843&checkin=2026-04-08&checkout=2026-04-09&adults=2&rooms=1&sort=-relevance&filters=%7B%22stars%22%3A%223%22%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$888</a> per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is $145 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Colombo?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Colombo is currently around <a href="https://www.skyscanner.com.mx/mx/en-us/mxn/hotels/search?entity_id=27539843&checkin=2026-04-08&checkout=2026-04-09&adults=2&rooms=1&sort=-relevance&filters=%7B%22stars%22%3A%224%22%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$1,066</a> per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is $413 per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Colombo?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Colombo is currently around <a href="https://www.skyscanner.com.mx/mx/en-us/mxn/hotels/search?entity_id=27539843&checkin=2026-04-08&checkout=2026-04-09&adults=2&rooms=1&sort=-relevance&filters=%7B%22stars%22%3A%225%22%7D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$2,022</a> per night, and the cheapest 5-star hotel we've found is $360 per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Colombo?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Colombo is April, with an average price of $1,008 per night. The most expensive month is January, when the average room rate can be up to $2,990 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels to fancy 5-star hotels.