- CountrySri Lanka
- Best forFood, shopping, stopovers
- Best timeDecember to March
- CurrencySri Lankan rupee
Colombo is Sri Lanka's executive and judicial capital, as well as the country's most populous city. It is also the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination. The Colombo metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of 5.6 million, and 752,993 within the municipal limits.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
Where to stay in Colombo: hotel tips
Choosing the right neighbourhood matters more than the hotel itself. These are the best areas to base yourself in Colombo:
1
Colombo 3 (Kollupitiya)
Seafront, Galle Face and dining
2
Colombo 7 (Cinnamon Gardens)
Leafy and upmarket
3
Negombo
Beach town near the airport
Hotel booking tips
- Book central stays near public transport to save time and taxi fares.
- Choose free-cancellation rates during December to March, the busiest season.
- Check recent reviews for noise, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
Map of Colombo and around
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Getting around
Combine walking, public transport and ride-hailing apps for city sightseeing. For day trips and onward travel, compare trains, buses and ferries, or hire a car where roads are quiet.
