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A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A hotel lobby with a wooden door labeled "Luggage & Storage," a mounted television, a fire extinguisher, a small table with papers, and a potted plant.

A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter.

1. THE DEN 23

Suduwella, 2.9 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Peter

P1,672

P1,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a large sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a central floral arrangement, high ceilings, and a modern chandelier.

A terrace with wicker furniture, a large vase, and a view of the sea at sunset.

2. Shangri-La Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 2.5 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Sithara

P8,157

P10,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern lounge with a curved seating arrangement, a central table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass wall offering a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a reflective floor, a large chandelier, and a view of the sea through expansive windows.

An interior with a curved ceiling, a bar area, seating, and a view of palm trees.

3. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 2.8 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

MOHOMED UMAR

P9,301

P12,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a blue sofa.

A spacious interior with a central staircase, wooden shelving units, and a dining area.

A grand entrance with a sign for Capital Exchange, featuring a classical architectural style with arches and columns.

A modern restaurant with wooden furniture, a curved ceiling, and a central walkway.

4. Dutch Heritage Colombo

Fort, 2 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Jeffrey

P2,239

P2,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A dining area with a view of the sea, featuring round tables, chairs, and a table setting with wine glasses and a plate of food.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a palm tree, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a bed with a tufted headboard, a desk, and a chair.

5. Taj Samudra

Kompannaweediya, 2.9 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Sobha

P4,697

P6,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A modern hotel interior with a glass entrance, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

An open balcony with a view of tall buildings and a hanging light fixture.

A staircase leading to a room with a wooden door, a doormat with a letter, and a glass wall on one side.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a sofa set, a desk with a computer, and a large window offering a view of the street.

6. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

Fort, 1.9 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Muhammad Zarwan

P2,012

P2,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A vertical garden with various plants and flowers against a tiled wall.

A round table with white chairs, each with a gold sashed backrest, set for a formal event.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass-enclosed bathroom, and a marble floor.

A modern lobby with a green vertical garden wall, two dark green chairs, and a sign indicating the eighth floor with room numbers 804 to 806.

7. Zest Metropole

Fort, 2 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Alexis

P3,314

P3,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a tower with a lighted top, and a sunset sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining space, a living area with a sofa and TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a city view, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with a lamp.

8. Hilton Colombo Residence

Ibbanwala, 3 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Lennox

P5,537

P7,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.

A large hotel with multiple floors and balconies, a floating barge in the foreground, and a body of water in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a glass display table with snacks.

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of a city skyline.

9. Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Fort, 2.2 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Vincent

P4,580

P6,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A large, white building with a sign reading "The Kingsbury." It features a spacious lawn in front and a modern glass facade.

An outdoor seating area with thatched umbrellas and wooden tables, surrounded by palm trees.

A room with a view of the ocean and city skyline, featuring a table with a vase of flowers and two armchairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, multiple food stations, and a chef in uniform.

10. The Kingsbury Colombo

Fort, 2.2 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

John

P4,928

P6,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A building with the sign "Fairway Colombo" and multiple flags, including the UK and India flags.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large compass design on the floor.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, framed pictures on the walls, and doors on either side.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a city view.

11. Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology

Fort, 2.1 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Rita

P3,034

P3,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with modern buildings in the background.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of the city.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, grey upholstered chairs, and a vase with yellow flowers.

A nighttime cityscape viewed from a balcony.

12. YAKA Trizen Luxury Apartments

Ibbanwala, 3.1 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Rakesh

P4,670

P5,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

A multi-story hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and flags.

A bartender pouring a blue drink into a martini glass at a bar.

A spacious lobby with wooden paneling, a bar area, and leather seating.

13. The Steuart by Citrus

Fort, 2.2 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Bal

P2,797

P3,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of greenery.

A clear blue pool surrounded by lush greenery, with lounge chairs and umbrellas for relaxation.

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, patterned lighting fixtures, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, green cushioned seating, and hanging pendant lights.

14. Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 3.1 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Ardisa

P4,228

P5,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A building with a white facade, a dark brown arched entrance, and a metal awning above the door.

A spacious lobby with a polished floor, a reception desk, a chandelier, and seating areas.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a street lamp, and a sign for Hotel Nippan.

A row of white buildings with red-tiled roofs and large windows.

15. Hotel Nippon Colombo

Hunupitiya, 2.6 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Prabodini

P2,486

P3,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious lobby with a polished marble floor, several potted plants, and a mix of seating options including chairs and a small table.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with patterned curtains, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor patio area with white plastic chairs and tables, two umbrellas, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a green curtain.

16. Shalimar Hotel

2.1 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Klaus

P1,767

P2,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a sofa, colorful cushions, a glass coffee table with a book and a plant, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hallway with a geometric pendant light, a potted plant, and a door with a number sign.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round wicker table, and a colorful abstract wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two yellow pillows, and two pendant lights.

17. City Beds Colombo

Hunupitiya, 2.8 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Satoshi

P1,691

P2,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A resort with a large swimming pool, a river, and high-rise buildings in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel courtyard with a central water feature, surrounded by buildings with illuminated windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean, a sofa, a dining table, and a small coffee table.

18. Hilton Colombo

Fort, 2.1 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Meorin

P5,590

P7,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A row of potted plants against a yellow wall, arranged in a planter box on a tiled floor.

A buffet table with various food items and utensils, a fruit platter, and a colorful painting above.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, black leather chairs, and an air conditioning unit.

A building with a storefront and a staircase leading to the entrance.

19. CityRest Fort - Hostel

Fort, 2 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Rita

P1,494

P1,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A reception area with a chandelier, reception desk, and potted orchids.

A table set for dining with a view of a port and cranes in the background.

A lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a decorative wall with animal prints.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a small table with a vase, and a chair in a room with a tiled floor and wooden ceiling beams.

20. Grand Oriental Hotel

Fort, 1.7 km from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Peter

P2,459

P2,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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Top Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil Hotel Reviews

Taj Samudra

8/10 Good

"Good for a short stay, staff were friendly, location is also great but the property is very tired, definitely needs a big refresh, there was a big leak in my room coming from the ceiling fixtures that was extremely annoying. Overall a pleasant stay, but just a very tired and dated hotel"

Shangri-La Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! It’s connected to a shopping mall. Room is clean and gorgeous. We’d like to come back soon."

Cinnamon Grand Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are very helpful and everything is nearby. Lovely warm welcome from staff."

Grand Oriental Hotel

8/10 Good

"Beautiful old building with friendly staff"

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"A great hotel with great facilities. The change rooms / amenities area was fabulous even down to provided blow dryers. Fantastic pool area, very well kept. We had a club room on level 7 with complimentary nibbles, soft drink, tea and coffee throughout the day and evening. The afternoon tea included three choices of hot food , and a variety of sandwiches. Complimentary happy hour also included three choices of hot food and assorted finger food. Great services from all staff encountered"

Galle Face Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It's a beautiful 5-star property, centrally located, on the ocean, with a history of over 160 years, with excellent amenities, including salt water swimming pool, gym, and restaurant, where royalty, prime ministers, presidents, movie stars, and celebrities have stayed over the years. It's highly recommended."

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

10/10 Excellent

"We checked-in to suite at Cinnamon life City of Dreams for two nights on our vacation. Cleanliness in the suite was excellent and the bed was very comfortable and a very quite atmosphere. The staff was very courteous and helpful. The Breakfast buffet was excellent with a wide spead. The pool was very clean and the pool staff was great. The Butler Service assigned for our suite was excellent too."

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay in the Fort area. The neighbourhood is safe and quiet, as a solo female traveller I felt very comfortable walking around this area. There are shops, restaurants and cafes nearby so you do not need to walk far at all to get what you need. Several money exchange businesses as well as ATMs. I thought the hotel would be noisy but it was very quiet and calm. The staff were amazing, always greeting me with a smile and very helpful at all times. Reception seems to be open 24/7 so easy to chrck in at all times."

Zest Metropole

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place to stay, excellent staff and location."

Other attractions near Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

7.8/10 (58 reviews)

After visiting Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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St Anthony’s Church

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting St Anthony’s Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

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New Kathiresan Kovil

After visiting New Kathiresan Kovil, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Wolvendaal Church

Wolvendaal Church is just one of the places to see in Colombo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Grand Mosque of Colombo

Grand Mosque of Colombo is just one of the places to see in Colombo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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St Lucia’s Cathedral

After visiting St Lucia’s Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower

Learn about the local history of Colombo when you take a trip to Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil?

Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil is located in a culturally rich area of Colombo known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil?

Kings Grand Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil. Another good choice is Metro Port City Hotel, located just 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil.

What can I see and do near Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sri Lanka National Museum and Dutch Period Museum. Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, Elphinstone Theatre, and High Commission of India are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Galle Face Green and Diyatha Uyana.

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Our top choices for Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil hotels

1. THE DEN 23

2. Shangri-La Colombo

3. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

4. Dutch Heritage Colombo

5. Taj Samudra

6. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

7. Zest Metropole

8. Hilton Colombo Residence

9. Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

10. The Kingsbury Colombo

11. Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology

12. YAKA Trizen Luxury Apartments

13. The Steuart by Citrus

14. Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

15. Hotel Nippon Colombo

16. Shalimar Hotel

17. City Beds Colombo

18. Hilton Colombo

19. CityRest Fort - Hostel

20. Grand Oriental Hotel

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Top Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil Hotel Reviews

Taj Samudra

Shangri-La Colombo

Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Grand Oriental Hotel

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Galle Face Hotel

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

Zest Metropole

Other attractions near Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

St Anthony’s Church

New Kathiresan Kovil

Wolvendaal Church

Grand Mosque of Colombo

St Lucia’s Cathedral

Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower

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