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THE DEN 23

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Colombo City Centre

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Garden
Standard Triple Room
Reception
Front of property
Standard Double Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb

Explore the area

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23 Norris Canal Rd, 94777392336, Colombo, WP, 00010
  • Place, Colombo Lotus Tower
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Colombo City Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Nawaloka Hospital
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • City view

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • City view

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Desk
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Colombo

At THE DEN 23 you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Dewatagaha Mosque and Elphinstone Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Near this Suduwella hotel, you'll find Colombo City Centre.

What's nearby

  • Colombo Lotus Tower - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colombo Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 10 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doctors' Canteen, NHSL - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - Asiri Central - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Fab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪New madeena Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dhavalagiri Hotel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

THE DEN 23

Hotel with free parking, near Colombo City Centre
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. THE DEN 23 also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colombo hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
THE DEN 23 offers 18 accommodations with air conditioning. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. This Colombo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 5 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

THE DEN 23 Hotel
THE DEN 23 Colombo
THE DEN 23 Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at THE DEN 23?

THE DEN 23 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at THE DEN 23?

As of 26 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE DEN 23 on 31 Jan 2026 start from AU$53.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at THE DEN 23?

Yep, THE DEN 23 has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to THE DEN 23?

The closest beach to THE DEN 23 is Galle Face Beach (2.4 km).

Does THE DEN 23 serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at THE DEN 23?

No, THE DEN 23 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at THE DEN 23?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at THE DEN 23?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at THE DEN 23?

No, pets are not allowed.

THE DEN 23 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second stay. Great. Felt like home. International outlets. Comfortable, clean beds. Spacious rooms. No weird smells, mostly. Good furniture. Restaurant on the roof. No eating in the rooms. Wonderful staff all around! Pretty good, if your first stop in Sri Lanka.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy, spacious room! Clean bathroom with great shower pressure and temp. Not much storage space. Nice solid desk and chair; furniture. WiFi kept dropping--almost four times a day. However, I've stayed here before; and, it wasn't and issue before. No food allowed in rooms! Roof top restaurant. Rice-heavy menu with a few international options and separate cafe menu. Covered seating area is available. Hotel felt like home. Some of the best staff I've ever met! Warm and courteous. Well worth the price. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff and loved the rooftop restaurant, the food was great (they do a great kottu!).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliest staff ever…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Funda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had s lovely stay, the staff is super nice and helpful and it was close to central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with great amenities - rooftop dining is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my quick stay - offered everything a tired traveller needed. Staff very friendly. I have booked to stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a convenient, not-too-touristy stay upon arriving in Colombo. The hotel is hidden and quiet and the staff is extremely hospitable. Rooftop views for the restaurant are the highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and affordable - with good location

excellent affordable and conveniently located hotel. Well known to tuktuks, so a nice base. Hotel staff is very supportive. Room is well outfitted and amenities like laundry very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darukeesan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very modern and clean. Quiet and safe location. Room was spacious and excellent amenities. Great value hotel with an excellent rooftop restaurant. Can highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Colombo. Would always come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room in this hotel was safe, quiet, modern and spacious. Staff were very nice. Awesome rooftop restaurant with great reasonably price food with a view. Highly recommend this hotel for great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uthpala - the manager is the best!

Uthpala is one the best hotel managers ever! Incredibly friendly and dutiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jolanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Good rooftop restaurant with good food and good views Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suriya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can tell it’s a new place! Very clean and modern. The restaurant at the top was amazing. Staff friendly. I recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful - set up an airport pickup for me last minute, included a delicious and enormous breakfast on the roof terrace, shared a list of places to visit in colombo, and helped me set up a tour outside of Kandy that I was having some difficulty solidifying. They really went out of their way to be helpful. The room was nice, big, bright, clean bathroom with good toiletries. Area was quiet and convenient, close to parks and cafes. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdulla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

BASTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024