2 stars
Highbury Colombo
Overview
Set within 1.3 km of Milagiriya Beach and 1.7 km of Bambalapitiya Beach, Highbury Colombo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colombo. This recently renovated homestay is located 1.7 km from Wellawatte Beach and 1.9 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the homestay, each unit is equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the homestay also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms will provide you with a terrace. At the homestay, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available every morning. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant, which serves American cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Guests at the homestay can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. The homestay has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Khan Clock Tower is 7.6 km from Highbury Colombo, while R Premadasa Stadium is 8.3 km away. Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport is 8 km from the property.
Amenities at Highbury Colombo
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Free toiletries
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Internet
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile hotspot device
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Trash cans
General
- Quiet street view
- Executive lounge access
- Family rooms
- Seating area
- Garden view
- Inner courtyard view
- Sofa
- Soundproof rooms
- Soundproofing
- Tile/marble floor
- City view
- Storage available
Bathroom
- Shower
- Additional toilet
- Bathtub
- Bidet
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Currency exchange on-site
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Express check-out
- Bottle of water
- Private check-in/check-out
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Microwave
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker
- Refrigerator
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled Access
- Adapted bath
- No smoking
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
- Designated smoking area
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Drying rack for clothing
Bedroom
- Fold-up bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
Things to do
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking classes
- Beauty salon
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
Pool and spa
- Hot tub
Media and entertainment
- Shared lounge/TV area
Workspace
- Desk
Health and safety
- Safe
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
Reviews of Highbury Colombo
9.3
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Very good
97
Good
65
Okay
22
Fair
26
Mediocre
8
Poor
19
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Overall, guests appreciated the lovely location and atmosphere of the hotel, praising the beautiful garden and peaceful setting. The service was noted as friendly and attentive, contributing positively to their stay. However, many reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness, particularly dirty rooms and linens, and concerns regarding value for the price, especially with additional charges and dining expenses. Despite these complaints, the unique architecture and charm of the property left a lasting impression on several guests.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Location
14/1,Skelton Road, Colombo
What's nearby
- Independence Memorial Hall2.1 km
- Sinhalese Sports Club2.3 km
- National Museum of Colombo2.7 km
- National Art Gallery2.8 km
- Viharamahadevi Park3.1 km
- Gangaramaya Temple3.5 km
- Beira Lake4.8 km
- Galle Face Green4.8 km
- Dutch Period Museum4.8 km
- Colombo World Trade Center5.7 km
- Bank of Ceylon Tower5.7 km
- Dutch Hospital5.8 km
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Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM |
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Value for money | 9.0 |
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Distance to downtown | 5.4 km |
Nearest Airport | Colombo Bandaranaike Intl |
Distance to airport | 32.8 km |