The Residence
471 - 4/1, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
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Why people book this hotel
“Location and safety with friendly staff”
“The location is excellent, making it convenient for travelers”
“The man at the reception was also very nice and helpful”
“The service was exceptional, with Mr”
“The bed was very comfortable and the pillow was great too”
“The rooms are really tiny, but they don’t hide it, you can see it on photos”
“Everything was super clean”
“Room is clean and has enough space for 2 large backpacks”
“Stable WiFi was the most important for us and we got it”
“Also had good wifi”
“Also, the price is really good”
Overview
Situated in Colombo, opposite Barefoot and 1.9 km from U.S. Embassy, The Residence boasts a terrace and views of the sea. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Every room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. The Residence features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Asiri Surgical Hospital is 2.7 km from The Residence, while Khan Clock Tower is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 30.6 km from The Residence.
Traveller reviews
Nooruddin
couple
July 12, 2025
“Imran was immensely helpful! Loved the stay!”
Ibrahim
extended_group
June 16, 2025
“Easy, simple and friendly”
Location and safety with friendly staff
Maria
solo_traveller
April 8, 2025
“A small, well-located hotel with great comfort, cleanliness, and friendly service — perfect for a relaxing stay.”
This is a small and cute hotel. It’s very well located, super close to all the tourist areas. Also, the price is really good. I liked this hotel a lot. The bed was very comfortable and the pillow was great too. The room has everything you need — and for me, one of the most important things: a really good aircon that doesn’t make any noise! Everything was super clean. Also, the onion cookies in the minibar (they are complimentary) were delicious! A small touch, but I loved it. The man at the reception was also very nice and helpful.
Iryna
couple
March 26, 2025
Stable WiFi was the most important for us and we got it! The rooms are really tiny, but they don’t hide it, you can see it on photos. Impressive fact is how the used a space in such tiny rooms. We even had a desk to work. They really did their best to equip the room as good as possible
Usama Sheikh
couple
March 4, 2025
I had a pleasant stay at The Residence in Colombo. The location is excellent, making it convenient for travelers. The service was exceptional, with Mr. Imran and the morning staff being extremely helpful, especially during check-in. Their warm hospitality made the experience smooth and welcoming.
Nick
solo_traveller
February 24, 2025
Staff were very helpful, especially Imran, thank you
Anne
couple
February 23, 2025
Comfy bed, amazing staff
Lieke
extended_group
February 14, 2025
Very pleasant stay thanks to the service of Imran. Room is clean and has enough space for 2 large backpacks. Location is great if you dont mind taking the tuk tuk to some tourist areas located further away (cost <2 euro's)
Hughes
extended_group
February 7, 2025
“Cheap but not worth the money”
Central location - Security Guards were very friendly and helpful
Shaheem
extended_group
February 3, 2025
“Exceptional Customer Service & Fantastic Stay at The Residence I had the pleasure of staying at The Residence, and”
The property was so clean and tidy. It was meeting the expectations. The location was easy to find.
Maryna
solo_traveller
February 2, 2025
The hotel is well-located, with a wide variety of restaurants and food options nearby.
T
solo_traveller
January 30, 2025
I was allocated a room on the third floor which was fine with me. However, the room offered was right at the corner of the floor and adjoining to a door without a lock next to the balcony. I did not feel comfortable and ended up being up both nights. Appreciate if the front staff could be more mindful when room allocation is done in the future.
Merchant Khozema
family_with_children
January 26, 2025
“Below average hotel”
Location is good,staff imran,imdad are good. Breakfast was good.welcome snacks and tea coffee without milk kept with electric kettle
Jonathan
solo_traveller
January 25, 2025
Good sized bed & room as well as shower facilities. Security on front door gave a sense of it being more secure as a place to stay
Herman
extended_group
January 22, 2025
“Bad place to stay!”
Nothing really.
Gershom
solo_traveller
January 19, 2025
“Good stay”
Location is near to city center. Railway station is nearby. Can find restaurants nearby.
Abdulaqadir
solo_traveller
January 17, 2025
Very clean and comfortable, friendly and helpful staff, close shops coffee restaurant. Highly recommend it .👍
Olga
solo_traveller
January 13, 2025
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Shafi Fayaz
extended_group
January 7, 2025
neet and clean
Ellie
couple
January 4, 2025
“Good value for money and just what we needed for our short stay in Colombo”
Very basic rooms which was just what we needed for a quick stay in Colombo after a long flight. Vert easy to get a pick me into central colombo (a tuk tuk cost about 300LKR) Came with a kettle and snacks and water, good hot water from the shower and comfy bed. Also had good wifi.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
WiFi available in all areas, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Bicycle parking
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Family Room
This air-conditioned family room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room
This double room has air conditioning, satellite TV and tumble dryer. Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in / making payment at the property. If you are making the payment using another card holder's credit card, kindly provide the following to the property prior to your arrival: 1) Authorization letter with card holder's signature 2) Copy of the card holder's card (front and back of the card with the card holder's signature) 3) Copy of the card holder’s passport or the driver’s license Please note that the property may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.
Queen Room
This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Twin Room
This air-conditioned twin room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 2 beds.
Suite
Guests will have a special experience as this suite provides a hot tub. The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Featuring a terrace with city views, this suite also offers a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
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