See all properties
Save

Mount Lavinia Hotel

4.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near Dehiwala Zoological Garden

Photo gallery for Mount Lavinia Hotel

View from property
On the beach, beach bar
View from property
Treatment room
Courtyard

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

View map
100 Hotel Road, Mount Lavinia, 10732
  • Place, Mount Lavinia Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Dehiwala Zoological Garden
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Colombo City Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Ocean View King

Ocean View King

Ocean View King

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Direct Ocean View King

Direct Ocean View King

Direct Ocean View King

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mount Lavinia

Mount Lavinia Hotel puts you in the centre of Mount Lavinia, 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Mount Lavinia Beach and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Dehiwala Zoological Garden. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .The restaurant, Govenors Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own beach bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour gym and pool loungers. Meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a 24-hour business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of airport drop-off service. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Mount Lavinia hotel include Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya and Sri Lanka Air Force Museum.

What's nearby

  • Mount Lavinia Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lanka Hospital - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Galle Face Green - 13 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach House Bistro - ‬17 min walk
  • Mount Lavinia - Terrace Restaurant
  • ‪Lavinia Breeze - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sugar Beach - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Mount Lavinia Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool, near Dehiwala Zoological Garden
Mount Lavinia Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 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 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. A free manager's reception is offered daily.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Mount Lavinia Hotel. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service are available for a fee. Free valet parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Mount Lavinia hotel.

  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1806
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
Mount Lavinia Hotel offers 210 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Le Lilly Spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Similar properties

Exterior
Marino Beach Colombo
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,006 reviews
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Marino Beach Colombo

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Govenors Restaurant
  • The Terrace

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1806
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 01 August and 30 September.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mount Lavinia Hotel

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 USD 20 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 6 to 11 years old)

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60
  • 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: USD 20 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
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
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
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. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia Hotel
Mount Lavinia Hotel Sri Lanka/Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia Hotel Hotel
Mount Lavinia Hotel Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia Hotel Hotel Mount Lavinia

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Yep, Mount Lavinia Hotel has free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Yep, Mount Lavinia Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Mount Lavinia Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Yep, Le Lilly Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Mount Lavinia Hotel have a pool?

Mount Lavinia Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Mount Lavinia Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

What makes Mount Lavinia Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mount Lavinia Hotel.

Is Mount Lavinia Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a corner/local shop, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Mount Lavinia Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Mount Lavinia Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is offered daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Reviews

Mount Lavinia Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 697 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Keith

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not have any towels. I asked the room service for towels and then reception 3 times. On the third occasion we got bath towels. No hand towels or bath math. The hotel is very dated and needs a go refresh. The shower is in the bath which could be dangerous for someone with limited mobility.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Valarmathy

Old building,needed renovation Location was really good Breakfast good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kanagaratnam

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very bad experience at this hotel. In our both rooms lots of water dripping from ceiling and pillows and beds are stinking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was delighted to arrive at the beautiful Mount Lavinia Hotel, once a favourite Colombo hotel. Not anymore. From the moment I walked it, it was so disappointing…
Many safety hazard
Untidy
Mouldy
Room service trays with leff over food still in hall all night…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dhanuka

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sakina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was cleaned and the staffs were very friendly. The sea view rooms were just amazing..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mount Lavinia hotel is in an amazing location with a phenomenal view. The F&B staff and food is excellent and very friendly. There was a games room with a pool table and table tennis table which my kids thoroughly enjoyed. There is work to be done in renovating the hotel and parts of the building to restore it to it’s former grandeur, but all in all a great place to base yourself and enjoy the beautiful and serene waves, lovely pool and mesmerising sunset you can see on the terrace. Note that some rooms have been renovated to a modern feel whilst others are not and have an old world charm to them- so factor that in when booking to best suit your holiday preferences
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ross

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property not maintained at all. Mirrors were broken, elevators not working, took 3 different calls spaced within 1 hour each to housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meth, Waterloo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is still an awesome property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vijitha

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VISUVANATHAN, Naperville

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jehana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we checked in originally the room’s AC did not work. However when we went to the reception the General manager was very attentive and quickly changed our room to a better one. This hotel has a special place in our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ROHIT

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

SAMSON, rockwall

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beware of air conditioning issues in rooms; older facilities are quaint but hardly maintained. Unhappy staff made service delivery difficult. Excellent food at buffet and restaurant made up for lacks.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUNIL

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUNIL

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is great but service needs to be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rukshan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great atmosphere and facilities. Range of food to dine in at the buffet. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gina

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

Disappointing

Hotel facade looked good. Booked a king room, was given a twin. Room was tired. Staff were generally disinterested. Overcharged on two occassions and had to request the bill to be amended. The hallways were constantly cluttered with room service trays outside rooms. Beach access was permanently closed from the hotel so you had to walk along a train line and sramble down rubbish strewn rocks to sccess the beach. There was some sort of rave hosted at the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

I

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

Great

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good hotel but a sweat box.

The hotel is an old colonial hotel with charm. It is mostly fine other than the lifts are small and flow but the huge downside is that it is incredibly hot. They don’t really have a/c. Although the rooms do have it, even with it going full blast it only cools the rooms down a couple of degrees. I was with a wedding group and everyone felt the same. The lobby is like a sweat box. The breakfast is pretty good and value for money and as always, you should get an egg hopper when in SL.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Palitha

Liked: Staff & service
Excelent property with great heritage. Some TLC would be good. Staff were fantastic. Food was superb and value for money. Especially the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kamal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the best food and view of the ocean. The hotel is old and rusty otherwise it’s a nice hotel for the price. The best breakfast buffet ever you can get in Sri Lanka for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Historic colonial style.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhusanka

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
rooms need updating.. tv didn't work, phone didn't work. First room had mould ... hotel is run down and needs refurbishment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025