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The Kingsbury Colombo

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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Experience the grandeur of The Kingsbury, a stately building with a classical facade, large windows, and a flat roof, set amidst a beautifully maintained lawn.
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Relax in this serene room with a large bed, green headboard, and a view of the beach.
Fresh seafood on display in our restaurant, featuring a variety of lobsters and crabs.
Relax in a tranquil beachside setting surrounded by palm trees and shaded by thatched umbrellas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, 1
  • Galle Face Green
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bally's Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Pettah Market
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Day bed
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Harbour View, Executive Level

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Harbour View, Executive Level

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Day bed
  • 94 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Day bed
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Day bed
  • 47 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Day bed
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Day bed
  • 43 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Colombo

A luxury stay in the heart of Colombo awaits you at The Kingsbury Colombo. Within steps you'll find Bank of Ceylon Tower and Colombo World Trade Center. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Harbour Court, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Sky Bar is the hotel's own rooftop bar. Enjoy the gym, sauna, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Business amenities include meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Fort hotel include Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Galle Face Green.

What's nearby

  • Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Galle Face Green - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bally's Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pettah Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 9 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pillawoos Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Barista - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yue Chuan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ceylon Curry Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Kingsbury Colombo

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
The Kingsbury Colombo offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the luxury The Kingsbury Colombo. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Colombo hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 229 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1973
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Kingsbury Colombo offers 229 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Colombo hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 4,300 for adults and LKR 2,150 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Harbour Court
  • Lobby Bar
  • Sky Bar
  • The Ocean
  • Yue Chuan

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Kingsbury Colombo

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 7952 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: LKR 10000 per day
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: LKR 15000
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: LKR 7500

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property charges a mandatory gala dinner fee per room on December 31.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately LKR 4300 for adults and from LKR 2150 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: LKR 9800 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: LKR 9800 (one-way), (from 2 to 10 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: LKR 7952 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
Tax ID - 104029140-7000
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. The tax ID number is 104029140-7000. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number PQ 203

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kingsbury Colombo
Kingsbury Hotel
Kingsbury Hotel Colombo
Kingsbury Colombo Hotel
Kingsbury
The Kingsbury
The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel
The Kingsbury Colombo Colombo
The Kingsbury Colombo Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Kingsbury Colombo?

Yep, The Kingsbury Colombo has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Kingsbury Colombo?

The closest beach to The Kingsbury Colombo is Galle Face Beach (1 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Kingsbury Colombo?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Kingsbury Colombo. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does The Kingsbury Colombo have a pool?

The Kingsbury Colombo has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at The Kingsbury Colombo?

The Kingsbury Colombo features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with Frette Italian sheets and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Kingsbury Colombo a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as Frette Italian sheets in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Kingsbury Colombo.

Is The Kingsbury Colombo family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Kingsbury Colombo is a hit with families.

Does The Kingsbury Colombo serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kingsbury Colombo?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kingsbury Colombo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kingsbury Colombo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Kingsbury Colombo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Kingsbury Colombo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 803 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 803 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 803 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 803 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 803 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent choice for the last day and night of a two week trip in Sri Lanka. Got to the hotel hours before the check in time, and was given a room straight away. There are multiple restaurants to choose from for dinner. Dinner at Ocean was fab! Cocktails at the roof top bar were nice. And the afternoon by the pool was chilled. All the staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Smoking smell during the stay.

Property smelled like smoke even though we have requested non smoking room. People were smoking during the night and you can smell that in the hall way. Ordered hoppers from Chef Jayasinghe in person.He said they will the hoppers to our table. While we were waiting I can clearly seeing he was giving our hoppers to his favorite customers. Went back and asked again and he said we will send it back to your table. Very unprofessional behavior.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent. The cake shop made a birthday cake for my grand son which was lovely. The room was comfortable but looked like it needed some TLC .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sudhir Nath

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Excellent location & amenities , specially the range they have in Breakfast , only complaint is the staff ( only in the restaurant for breakfast) the service is slow & I will suggest hotel to keep staff who can give service with a smile. All other staff were very good…. Sure will stay again in this hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a great pool and buffet breakfast. Number of restaurants available for lunch and dinner. Staff were exceptional. Only complaint is the volume of the DJ by the pool in the evening. Could hear him inside our rooms later at night
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anurudda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been coming here for 15 years, always a pleasure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay at kingsbury with my family. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

Perfect location

Beatiful hotel, perfect location Fantastic breakfast Helpful staff in booking taxi to airport Lovely pool Would thoroughly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahil

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Remona

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

Kingsbury Hotel is fit for a king!

The Kingsbury had a great vibe and character too. The thing we loved most of all was, the focaccia bread in the buffet, it really showed the quality of chefs they employ there, probably the best in Colombo. The Kingsbury Hotel definitely has standards.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay in a well located hotel. No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gautama

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeyakumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darshana

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, beautiful property, professional management and staff, go above and beyond for friendly and kind customer service , would recommend this hotel to anyone who's looking accommodation in Colombo .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sathiavathy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and staff were nice. TV channels did not work for the most part of my stay but it really didn't affect my stay. This may be an area you could improve for other future guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of dining options and great service. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very popular hotel with very good facilities. Unfortunately, staff although very friendly are not very competent. It's a noisy environment with music playing til midnight. They host wedding parties which seems to play loud music. Reception staff are very non-responsive. Didn't book our taxi to airport, no reply to requests. Rece
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining options need work and there needs to be a proper restaurant besides buffet options! Excellent stay though
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025