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The Kingsbury Colombo
5 stars

The Kingsbury Colombo

48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
See location+94 112 421 221Official website
From
$150
Cheapest

rate per night

8.4
Very good
based on 2071 reviews
2,071 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
$150
King room
$154
Standard Room
$168
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Overview

Offering an infinity pool, a rooftop terrace and a sauna, The Kingsbury Colombo is situated in Colombo and is a short walk from President's House Colombo, Colombo World Trade Center and Old Parliament Building. It boasts an on-site casino and views of the ocean.

The hotel has been recently refurbished and features 24-hour room service, an executive floor and a coffee bar. For a fast and effortless check-in and departure experience, guests can take advantage of the express check-in/check-out facility. A well-equipped gym is also provided.

The elegant rooms at The Kingsbury Colombo feature a mini bar, slippers and a refrigerator. They all come with a private bathroom that has a hair dryer, bathrobes and a shower.

The hotel features both restaurant and bar where guests can relax of an evening. Alternatively, there is a large range of international restaurants close by. For those on the move, the hotel offers packed lunches if needed.

Bandaranaike International Airport is around a 55-minute car ride from The Kingsbury Colombo and Fort Railway Station is within walking distance. The Colombo Rowing Club is also within a 10-minute walk.

8.4
Very good rating
Based on 2,071 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Kingsbury Colombo

Tue 22/7
Wed 23/7
Standard Room
bed type unknown
$168
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$503
bed type unknown
$726
Superior room
bed type unknown
$150
bed type unknown
$152
bed type unknown
$153
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$170
bed type unknown
$180
bed type unknown
$185
Double room
bed type unknown
$215
bed type unknown
$246
Executive room
bed type unknown
$288
bed type unknown
$295
bed type unknown
$297
King room
1 king bed
$154
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Kingsbury Colombo

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

General

  • Window
  • Executive lounge access
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Dining table

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Casino
  • Golf
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Night club

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Books, DVDs, music for children
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Kingsbury Colombo

8.4
Very good
2071 verified ratings
Wonderful
1152
Very good
358
Good
247
Okay
114
Fair
83
Mediocre
49
Poor
68

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the hotel and the quality of the breakfast, highlighting a variety of options. However, many reviews point out significant issues with staff service, including unfriendly behavior and poor management of room availability. Noise from nearby construction and events also detracts from the experience for some guests.
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Cleanliness9 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Jan 2018
Pros (+) Rooms were comfortable, great showers, good beds
Cons (-) They have a blaring disco at the pool until 11.30pm, the drum beats shaking the rooms at the North side of the hotel, affecting 50% of the hotel. They should either give a discount for those rooms or warn people. It's a strange business choice, as the DJ plays for 10-20 people at most, who don't seem to care about the music anyway, while a multitude of clients is adversely by it. I would certainly...
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Location

48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo

What's nearby

  • Colombo World Trade Center152 m
  • Khan Clock Tower0.9 km
  • Fort Railway Station1 km
  • Jami Ul Alfar Mosque1.2 km
  • Port of Colombo2.2 km
  • Embassy of United States2.4 km
  • Colombo City Centre2.4 km
  • Colombo Town Hall3.1 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park3.1 km
  • National Museum of Colombo3.3 km
  • R. Premadasa Stadium3.3 km
  • Sugathadasa Stadium3.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Kingsbury Colombo

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Average price (weekend night)

September
March
$228
$236
Cheapest month to stay with an average 9% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 17% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Kingsbury Colombo

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Kingsbury Colombo, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Kingsbury Colombo, plan to stay on a Friday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Kingsbury Colombo was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $214, while the most expensive was $214.
  • How long should you stay at The Kingsbury Colombo? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.
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FAQs when booking at The Kingsbury Colombo

  • Where is The Kingsbury Colombo located?

    The Kingsbury Colombo is located at 48 Janadhipathi Mawatha in Fort, 0.6 km from the centre of Colombo. Colombo World Trade Center is the closest landmark to The Kingsbury Colombo.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Kingsbury Colombo?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Kingsbury Colombo.

  • Does The Kingsbury Colombo offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Kingsbury Colombo offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Kingsbury Colombo offer free parking?

    Yes, The Kingsbury Colombo offers free parking.

  • How far is The Kingsbury Colombo from the airport?

    The Kingsbury Colombo is 8.2 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. The Kingsbury Colombo is 27.9 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Does The Kingsbury Colombo have a pool?

    Yes, The Kingsbury Colombo has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Kingsbury Colombo hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Kingsbury Colombo in Colombo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Kingsbury Colombo and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Kingsbury Colombo.

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Distance to airport

8.2
0.6 km
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27.9 km

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