Borella Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Borella

Trillium Boutique Express Hotel

Shangri-La Colombo
Beautiful property. Amazing breakfast buffet. Attentive staff.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Marino Beach Colombo
We had a fine stay, but this is definitely not a 5-star hotel. Rooftop was beautiful and breakfast was delicious, however our room had frosted glass so we couldn't see outside and the finishes were very cheap.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Galle Face Hotel
This property is very run down and expensive for the price. The staff is great but I would look for a newer property or another colonial building which has been renovated.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Mount Lavinia Hotel
Is this hotel really four-star standard⁉️ I traveled from the USA to visit my family in Sri Lanka and reserved a two-night stay at Mount Lavinia Hotel. After more than 32 hours of flying, I arrived just before check-in time only to be told they couldn’t find my reservation. First, I want to give ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Entire facilities including the rooms were spotless Tastefully decorated Staff went above and beyond to help Only got to enjoy the breakfast buffet, it was exceptional Located around all the key locations Colombo has to offer Would love to stay again
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Borella

Cinnamon Gardens
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre or Sinhalese Sports Club.

Maradana
When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Colombo City Centre.

Ibbanwala
Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre.

Thimbirigasyaya
While visiting Thimbirigasyaya, you might make a stop by sights like Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Arcade Independence Square.

Hunupitiya
Hunupitiya might not have many top sights, but Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
