Borella Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Galle Face Green

4/5(39 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Galle Face Green, a lovely green space in Colombo 03. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Galle Face Green
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Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

4/5(8 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Colombo with a stop at Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
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Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

4/5(26 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct during your visit to Colombo. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
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Gangaramaya Temple

4/5(18 reviews)

Find out about the history of Colombo when you spend time at Gangaramaya Temple. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

Gangaramaya Temple
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House of Fashions

4/5(2 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at House of Fashions during your stay in Colombo. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

House of Fashions
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Royal Colombo Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Colombo at Royal Colombo Golf Club. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Royal Colombo Golf Club

Activities

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Suburbia cycling adventure surrounding wetlands and temples – Colombo Outskirts

NZ$133
Per adult
Suburbia cycling adventure surrounding wetlands and temples – Colombo Outskirts
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Sri Lanka south coast beach, Sinharaja, Udawalawe safari

NZ$633
Per adult
Sri Lanka south coast beach, Sinharaja, Udawalawe safari
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Sri Lanka Privet Tour/7 days Chauffeur, Vehicle, Accommodations + Customizable

NZ$1,248
Per adult
Sri Lanka Privet Tour/7 days Chauffeur, Vehicle, Accommodations + Customizable
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Our pick of the best Borella Hotel Deals

Rockwell Colombo
Rockwell Colombo
3.5 out of 5
14 Cross Road, (Off Ward Place), Colombo
The price is NZ$68 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$68
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Popular attractions House of Fashions and Australian High Commission ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)
"We booked late so most other similarly-priced options were already taken. The Rockwell is clean, air conditioned, well located and friendly. No elevator (not a problem for us). For a reasonably priced place we were very happy but we didn't spend much time in the room."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Rockwell Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo
4 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is NZ$163 per night from 3 May to 4 May
NZ$163
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (784 reviews)
"Amazing Colombo hotel. I stayed here with my family at the beginning and the end of a recent holiday to Sri Lanka. Don't overthink it - just book - you will enjoy it."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Marino Beach Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is NZ$420 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$420
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions One Galle Face and Beira Lake are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
"Here's the revised review incorporating the additional details about the breakfast buffet and gluten-free options: My wife and I stopped over at the Shangri-La hotel in Sri Lanka on our way from Australia to the Maldives. We arrived around 11 pm on an Air Sri Lanka flight. If you don't fly business ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2024

Shangri-La Colombo
Granbell Hotel Colombo
Granbell Hotel Colombo
3.5 out of 5
Kollupitiya Road, 282/5, Colombo, Western Province
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (89 reviews)
"What a beautiful place to stay, stunning views and the rooms really relaxing and comfortable."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2024

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Granbell Hotel Colombo
Galle Face Hotel
Galle Face Hotel
5 out of 5
2 Galle Road, Colombo
The price is NZ$226 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$226
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
Beautiful historical colonial hotel
"Beautiful colonial hotel filled with history and charm. Excellent oceanfront location between the Indian High Commission and the popular Galle Face Green. The perfect spot to relax, eat well and watch beautiful sunsets. Exceptional service!"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2024

Galle Face Hotel
Mandarina Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$101 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
NZ$101
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
"What I liked the most was the fact there was an extra little room with a single bed, tv and separate aircon. Also bottles of water given when requested as we drank so much water. Was a little dissapointed that I could not order ala carte breakfast before 10 am. The counter that sells food items should ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

Mandarina Colombo
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Other neighbourhoods around Borella

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Cinnamon Gardens

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall or Colombo Town Hall.

Cinnamon Gardens
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Kurunduwatta

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Kurunduwatta, Colombo Town Hall and Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Kurunduwatta
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Colombo 07

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Colombo 07, Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Colombo 07
Colombo which includes a high-rise building, general coastal views and a city

Colombo 10

While visiting Colombo 10, you might make a stop by sights like Colombo Lotus Tower and Bally's Casino.

Colombo 10
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Colombo 09

While Colombo 09 isn't home to many top sights, R. Premadasa Stadium and Colombo Lotus Tower are some notable places to visit nearby.

Colombo 09
Colombo which includes a high-rise building, general coastal views and a city

Suduwella

While Suduwella may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colombo Lotus Tower and Gangaramaya Temple.

Suduwella

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