"Geoffrey Bawa design absolutely charming. Staff very friendly and showed us around the vacant rooms which was a real treat. Fantastic breakfast in perfect surroundings. "
"Best hotel and service I’ve ever received. The Ishq, and Asanga, as the staff servicing my trip, were incredible. I cancelled other hotels to come back to stay at the Ishq due to its service and staff. Nicest hotel in Colombo and the best staff! "
"Beautiful oasis in Colombo: charming rooms, fantastic spa (best massage I’ve ever had!) and I highly recommend the cooking demonstration where the chefs will show you how to make Jaffna curries. A wonderful stay! "
"Absolutely loved the stay.. Great room service menu with delicious food (try out their vegetable lumprise which was the best i’ve ever had). Cozy bed and clean washroom.. Slept like a baby.. Had a relaxing time"
"Lovely hotel in a good location. Our room was great and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing. Great choice of local and international foods to choose from. The roof top bar and pool have amazing views of the city. "
"A little difficult to find but a great little spot in the heart of the city. Our room was lovely, very clean and the staff were very attentive. Food was very nice, if a little pricey"
"Clean and comfortable room with friendly and helpful staff. Good value for money in a good location in Colombo 7. Nice restaurant on the ground floor. "
"The apartment was great, and overall the stay was good, but when I arrived, there was still menstruation trash in my bathroom from the prior guest which made me question the overall cleanliness and attention to detail. "
"This is a great centrally located place ideal for a short stay. Its near good restaurants and shopping areas—Paradise Road, Barefoot, The Arcade, etc. "
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"First rate updated bathroom. Room was nicely renovated. Ocean view room worth extra. Breakfast on oceanfront veranda was bliss. Walking distance to mall convenient. Air conditioning great in room. Bar restaurant also had air con. Heat at outdoor veranda oppressively hot in evening—my opinion
Recommend this place highly "
"Excellent hotel, staff couldn't have been kinder and more accomodating, great location near restaurants, shops and the National Museum and Natural History museum. Overall a brilliant stay"
Explore the great outdoors at Sri Lanka Tennis Association, a lovely green space in Kurunduwatta. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Independence Square is located in Kurunduwatta. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 56 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Independence Square?
Mandarina Colombo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Independence Square. Other good options within a short distance include Jetwing Colombo Seven and Cinnamon Red Colombo.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Independence Square?
Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Independence Square.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Independence Square, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Independence Square.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Independence Square?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Sri Lanka National Museum, Dutch Period Museum, or Traditional Puppet Art Museum. Sights like High Commission of India, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, and Independence Memorial Hall are landmarks to visit in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre and Elphinstone Theatre.
