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The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

Property class: 3

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An outdoor wooden deck with tables and benches, surrounded by a metal roof structure.
A two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a large tree in the courtyard.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a white bedspread and matching pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large mirror on the wall.
A modern room with a DJ booth, a mounted television displaying 'SHIMZA', and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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Airport Minuwangoda Road, Seeduwa - Katunayake, Western Province, 11450
  • Place, Andiambalama Temple
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Negombo Beach Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Negombo Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, a TV, and a small wooden side table with a kettle and cups.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue bedspread and matching pillows. There are bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Seeduwa - Katunayake

At The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel, you'll be 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Supuwath Arana and 8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Angurukaramulla Temple. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include karaoke, a garden and a picnic area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Seeduwa - Katunayake hotel include Dutch Canal and St.Mary's Church.

What's nearby

  • Andiambalama Temple - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ave Maria Convent - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Negombo Fish Market - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Negombo Beach Park - 20 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Negombo Beach - 21 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Seeduwa - 14 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sameeha Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Akila Cafe & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Al-Amra Hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Barista - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boho - ‬18 min drive

About this property

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel also features karaoke, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Seeduwa - Katunayake hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. This Seeduwa - Katunayake hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 7 for adults and from USD 5 for children

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

The Empyrean Hotel
The Empyrean Airport Transit
The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel Hotel
The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel Seeduwa - Katunayake
The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel Hotel Seeduwa - Katunayake

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$110, 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 Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

Yep, The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

The closest beach to The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel is Negombo Beach (8.5 km).

Does The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

No, The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near airport!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very close to the airport and a good restaurant/bar attached to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a lot to see or do around the hotel but being close to airport is a bonus for late night flights into Colombo. Room was comfortable secure and quiet. Good food available at roadside cafe and drinks available in hotel bar. Short tuk tuk ride up from airport. Stayed overnight before exploring rest of Sri Lanka Enjoyed my stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mayumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good！ Very nice！
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MD SALMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is located a short tuk tuk ride from the airport. It makes sense to locate first or last nights close to airport with early or late flights since Colombo is a long way from its international airport. There is no suitable public transport to or from the airport into Colombo other than Uber. This hotel has a respectable bar and restaurant attached which is handy since not much is in the local area. The rooms are pretty basic and are really only suitable for a one night stop. I would use the hotel again if coming in late or leaving early from Sri Lanka.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

sujithan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC was not working
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chiaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
とても清潔で過ごしやすく、トランジットの際のアーリーチェックインにもご対応いただきました！
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
エアコン、テレビ、冷蔵庫は完備していたが、部屋にはペットボトル2本有るだけで洗面用具は一切なく、ただ部屋が広いだけ。口コミに最高に良いと書かれているが程遠く感じた。スタッフは丁寧で親切でした。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kumar

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

RASHAN

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roméo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

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

Great for a 1 am airport arrival

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

HUNGHO

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024