The Den 23
No: 23 Norris Canal Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Location was decent, staff very friendly, was a comfortable stay, decent views”
“There was a fridge outside our room that we could use, which was great to keep o…”
“All staff from reception to cleaning and particularly the restaurant staff where…”
“Absolutely lovely staff and feels very secure”
“Super friendly hotel staff, nice view,good food,good location, clean”
“Great location and retreat from the chaos of the city”
“Our room was spacious, clean and with a comfortable bed”
“Room was clean and the rooftop restaurant was nice with great views over the cit…”
“The Sri Lankan breakfast is fantastic, so delicious”
“Very attentive staff members and great breakfast”
“Very good value for a city break”
Overview
Located in Maradana, 2.8 km from Galle Face Beach, The Den 23 provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is set 2.9 km from Kollupitiya Beach, 3.3 km from R Premadasa Stadium and 3.5 km from Khan Clock Tower. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Some rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Asian options. You can play darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Popular points of interest near The Den 23 include Colombo Town Hall, National Art Gallery and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Dennis
couple
May 22, 2026
“Very comfortable hotel with outstanding roof top restaurant.”
Our room was spacious, clean and with a comfortable bed. The standout however has to be the superb roof top restaurant / bar with excellent 360 deg. views including the beautiful Lotus Tower. All staff from reception to cleaning and particularly the restaurant staff where amazing, thank you. There are lots of local places to eat, but the hotel restaurant was more up market with a good selection of food.
ANNA
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
“Good option for 1-2 nights, value for money.”
The view from the rooftop restaurant is right to the Lotus tower.
Zhenhua
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Nice”
Super friendly hotel staff, nice view,good food,good location, clean.
Lydia
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
Absolutely lovely staff and feels very secure .
Ville
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
Room was clean and the rooftop restaurant was nice with great views over the city. Stayed only one night after the long flight and then moved on.
Seb
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
Great location and retreat from the chaos of the city!
Tahiry
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
Friendly staff and good location
Jack
couple
April 26, 2026
Location was decent, staff very friendly, was a comfortable stay, decent views.
Karinsme
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
The open air restaurant is a lovely place to eat and drink. The Sri Lankan breakfast is fantastic, so delicious. There was a fridge outside our room that we could use, which was great to keep our beers cold
Guy
couple
April 20, 2026
Very spacious rooms with comfy beds. Very attentive staff members and great breakfast!
Brooke
solo_traveller
April 17, 2026
“Incredible service and great accommodation”
The staff were so friendly and accompanying. There’s a lift so luggage isn’t a problem, the rooms are clean and spacious and it’s in a prime location. You are also next to a store so buying water or essentials is easy. Honestly one of the best stays in Colombo!!
Ivan
couple
April 14, 2026
Position and rooftop
Les & Heidi
couple
April 13, 2026
“Overnight stop”
Convenient walk to lotus tower. Only an hour from the airport. Upstairs restaurant was open air
Santrupta
couple
April 12, 2026
Snuck in a quiet corner, quite conveniently next to a convenience store! Small but really clean room, nice food at the rooftop restaurant.
Nina
couple
April 12, 2026
“Not as Good as the Reviews Suggest”
We booked the hotel for one night and arrived late in the evening from the airport. We got a friendly welcome with a welcome drink and our luggage was brought to the room, which was nice. The staff was friendly, and we could leave our luggage there and also eat our own food on the rooftop terrace, which was good.
Claire
solo_traveller
April 5, 2026
“Lovely staff, spacious clean and convenient for Maradana station”
I was taking a train to my next location and the hotel was a 10min walk away. Very clean and a large room and bathroom. Was able to check in after a late flight when I arrived at 1am (one of the reasons I booked). The security guard and the gentleman that checked me in were both welcoming and lovely.
Phillip
couple
April 5, 2026
“It was a great place to stay at a great price.”
Very good location and lovely staff. The food at the restaurant was also delicious.
Mercy
extended_group
April 2, 2026
“Exceptional stay, lovely people”
The rooms and apartment were well maintained and so comfortable and large.
Clare
couple
April 1, 2026
“Great stay - good value for money and good staff - it is down the side of the supermarket Cargills and the entrance cann”
Lovely property with a great restaurant roof terrace for all meals and drinks- good view of the Lotus Tower
Sarah
couple
April 1, 2026
Very clean and comfortable. The staff are helpful and friendly. Very good value for a city break. Everything we needed was provided. Breakfast and evening meal excellent
Facilities
Activities
Darts, Cycling, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class
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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Restaurant, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Minimarket on site, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, 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
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Shared lounge/TV area, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Apartment with Balcony
This spacious apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower and a bidet. The apartment's kitchen is available for cooking and storing food. Boasting a balcony, this apartment also features air conditioning, a tiled floor and a TV. The unit has 3 beds.
Double Room with Balcony
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tiled floor, a balcony with city views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Economy Double Room
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The unit offers 1 bed.
Triple Room with Balcony
The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a tiled floor, a balcony with city views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Twin Room with Balcony
The spacious twin room features air conditioning, a tiled floor, a balcony with city views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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