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Top Wattala Hotel Reviews
Galle Face Hotel
8/10 Good
"A nice old classic, charming, grand hotel by the see. Good sized pleasant room - we were upgraded to a suite on the water. Room in good condition. Included breakfast very good. Staff try hard to please."
Hilton Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Really enjoyed this centrally located property. Staff were super welcoming and had all the answers"
Cinnamon Grand Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Great experience. Very helpful and friendly staff."
Radisson Hotel Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"I was given a lovely, friendly welcome. My room was super-clean and very comfortable. The egg hopper was THE BEST and is now my new breakfast favourite!"
Taj Samudra
10/10 Excellent
"Outstanding "
Hilton Colombo Residence
8/10 Good
"The hotel is nice but for a hilton could be better. We stayed here at the start and end of our holiday . It was a nice place to start but on our return we had a very smelly room which stank of stale smoke even though it was a non smoking room. We asked it to be fixed which it was not. The reception stuff were not as friendly compared to staff at other hotels in sri lanka and generally sri lankan people."
Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staff who is always read to accommodate your requests. Food is excellent. Property is old but maintained well."
Ramada by Wyndham Colombo
6/10 Okay
"The property looks lovely in reception. Staff were welcoming on arrival but not so during our stay. Our room was clean but needs maintenance. Toilet leaked water along bathroom floor and curtains not hooked up properly so were too difficult to close. There is a Do Not Disrurb switch in amongst the light switches, unmarked, and ours was accidentally turned on so our room was not cleaned. No compendium in the room so we were unaware of the switch. Housekeeping did come up at 8pm after I called reception and the young man was fabulously helpful and explained the switch to us. Coffee shop is only with alcohol. Bakery cashier was very grumpy and unhelpful. The hotel is in a great position in Colombo but is noisey at night. We didn’t use any restaurants in the hotel. Large shopping centre 10mins walk. "
Frequently asked questions
What can I expect on my historical trip to Wattala?
A visit to the historical sites in Wattala is likely first on your sightseeing list. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Wattala?
Wattala is home to 15 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Wattala?
Places to visit in the wider area include R. Premadasa Stadium, Pettah Market and Bally's Casino. You'll also find Colombo Lotus Tower and One Galle Face in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Wattala?
Historic hotels give guests the chance to stay in a building that has been recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Wattala often preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their communal spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the building and architecture itself. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Wattala have modern facilities?
Yes. Every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Guests can expect the amenities you'd get from a hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi and updated bathroom facilities. In Wattala, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.