Havelock Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a railway track running parallel to the shore.

Stay near popular Havelock Town attractions

Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
After visiting Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 05. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Full-Day Colombo City Tour

Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)

NZ$138
per traveller
Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)
Old Parliment

Shore Excursion Colombo City Tour Highlights

NZ$86
per adult
Shore Excursion Colombo City Tour Highlights
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days

Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days

NZ$156
per traveller
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days
Colombo City tour

Colombo City tour

NZ$78
per adult
Colombo City tour
Shore Excursion Kelaniya Temple & Colombo City Tour

Shore Excursion Kelaniya Temple & Colombo City Tour

NZ$78
per adult
Shore Excursion Kelaniya Temple & Colombo City Tour
Colombo Bay Tuk Tuk City Tour

Colombo Bay Tuk Tuk City Tour

NZ$61
per adult
Colombo Bay Tuk Tuk City Tour
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Our pick of the best Havelock Town Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel Colombo

Radisson Hotel Colombo

4 out of 5
No. 36-38, Clifford Place Colombo Colombo
The price is NZ$162 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$162
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Raux ...
Radisson Hotel Colombo
ME Colombo

ME Colombo

4 out of 5
16 Park Road Colombo Colombo
The price is NZ$102 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$102
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Havelock City ...
ME Colombo
Havelock Place Bungalow

Havelock Place Bungalow

3 out of 5
6-8 Havelock Pl Colombo WP
The price is NZ$74 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$74
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Havelock City Mall are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (13 reviews)
"We arrived after checkin time but the room was still not ready. The person on the desk took a mop and bucket in himself. Left some clothes on the floor in the bathroom while showering and they got dusty from the dirty floor. The bedroom floor had been mopped but was still gritty to walk on. Left ..."

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Havelock Place Bungalow
Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face Colombo
The price is NZ$296 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$296
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (633 reviews)
"An excellent property … tastefully decorated, memorable hospitality, impeccably maintained amenities, outstanding location and fantastic food. The Shang Palace is a gem and a must try."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Shangri-La Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive Colombo WP
The price is NZ$167 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$167
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at this beach hotel! The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing, the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food was excellent. Everything exceeded our expectations, and we enjoyed every moment of our stay. We will definitely be back the next time we visit, and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Marino Beach Colombo
Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

3.5 out of 5
Kollupitiya Road, 282/5 Colombo Western Province
The price is NZ$150 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$150
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Granbell Hotel Colombo
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Our guide on where to stay in Havelock Town

Find the best Havelock Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Havelock Town
Learn more about Havelock Town
An aerial view of a beach with a road running parallel to it, surrounded by buildings and palm trees.

Wellawatte

Visitors to Wellawatte enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Havelock City Mall is worth a stop.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a tower with a spherical observation deck.

Kollupitiya

While visiting Kollupitiya, you might make a stop by sights like Liberty Plaza and Casino Marina Colombo.

A cityscape with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a clear sky, and a sunset.

Bambalapitiya

While Bambalapitiya isn't home to many top sights, Majestic City and Bellagio Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

A red and white patterned building with multiple domes and intricate architectural details.

Fort

Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pettah Market and Bally's Casino.

A beach at sunset with calm waves and a distant city skyline.
Photo by Kalunde Mbevi
Open Photo by Kalunde Mbevi

Kompannaweediya

If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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