10/10 Excellent
kalpesh
3 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
kalpesh
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Sofia Colombo City Hotel
4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy poolside relaxation under Colombo's sunny skies before gathering for the evening reception at this welcoming city hotel
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Sofia Colombo City Hotel in central Bambalapitiya offers a daily manager's reception and a friendly bar. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, free WiFi, and self-parking.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
The current price is AED 414
AED 414
AED 560 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Room options
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Showing 7 of 7 rooms
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Deluxe King Room with Sea View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Sea view
- 21 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Deluxe King Room with City View
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
- Sea view
- 21 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Deluxe Twin Room with City View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bidet
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe Twin Room with Partial Sea View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bidet
- Partial ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe Double Room with Partial Sea View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bidet
- Partial ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Suite with Sea View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bidet
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Colombo, Sofia Colombo City Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galle Face Beach and Viharamahadevi Park, while Sri Lanka National Museum and Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre are cultural highlights. Colombo City Centre and Gangaramaya Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Colombo travel guide
295a Galle Rd, Colombo, WP, 00300
What's nearby
Gangaramaya Temple18 min walk - 1.5 km
Colombo City Centre18 min walk - 1.5 km- Casino Marina Colombo2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Bellagio Casino7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Marino Mall12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
- Bambalapitiya Railway Station3 min drive
- Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)48 min drive
Restaurants
- Adyar Aananda Bhavan (A2B)3 min walk
- The Coffee Craft3 min walk
- Colombo Kitchen4 min walk
- Hotel de Plaza2 min walk
- Baskin-Robbins1 min walk
About this property
Sofia Colombo City Hotel
Upscale hotel near Colombo City Centre
Located close to Marino Mall and Sri Lanka National Museum, Sofia Colombo City Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe, and car rentals on site. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
- An outdoor pool
- Free self parking
- Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an elevator
- Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
Room features
All 212 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
- Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and bidets
- Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
- Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and LED light bulbs
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 11 per person
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
- Outdoor pool
Family friendly
- Outdoor pool
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Turndown service
Business services
- Business center
- Conference space
- Meeting rooms
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible airport shuttle
- Elevator
- Front entrance ramp
- Height-adjustable showerhead
- Magnifying mirror
- Thin carpet in room
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible business center
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- Banquet hall
- Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Designated smoking areas
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Local artist showcase
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- Reusable cups
- Vegetarian breakfast available
- Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
- Minibar
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Iron/ironing board
- Laptop workspace
- LED lighting
- Phone
- Safe
- Separate sitting area
- Soundproofed rooms
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 11 per person
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Sofia Colombo City Hotel Hotel
Sofia Colombo City Hotel Colombo
Sofia Colombo City Hotel Hotel Colombo
Frequently asked questions
Does Sofia Colombo City Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Sofia Colombo City Hotel?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofia Colombo City Hotel on 15 March 2026 start from AED 414, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Sofia Colombo City Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sofia Colombo City Hotel?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Sofia Colombo City Hotel?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Sofia Colombo City Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.
Where is Sofia Colombo City Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Colombo, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marino Mall, Viharamahadevi Park, and Sri Lanka National Museum. Gangaramaya Temple and Colombo City Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 21 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Sofia Colombo City Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
10 - Excellent
13
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
8 - Good
2
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 20 reviews
6 - Okay
4
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Joanna
12 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean, modern hotel with a lovely roof top pool. We had a delicious buffet dinner on the Saturday night and were spoilt with a very talented violin player which made the evening special. There's parking under the building. The hotel has good city and sea views.
Joanna
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Michael
10 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes I was able to have a partial view of the ocean and it was pleasant. Staff at Reception Dinithi was welcoming and helpful with a lovely smile. She communicated effectively.
Michael
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
shane
17 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean and city views
shane
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
4/10 Poor
Mehmet
26 November 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room small food Rabish
Mehmet
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
2 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt über Silvester. Die Managerin war sehr entgegenkommend und hilfsbereit. Late check out erhalten ohne Bezahlung. Sehr ruhiges Ambiente. Würde ich in jedem Fall empfehlen.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Barrie
21 January 2026
Barrie
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Roslaw
16 January 2026
Roslaw
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Michael
17 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dave
13 January 2025
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Teresia
31 December 2024
Teresia
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shan
26 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
YING CHENG
3 September 2024
YING CHENG
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024