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Top Wattala Hotel Reviews
Radisson Hotel Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel, excellent service , wonderful staff "
Galle Face Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Steeped in history, good location and facilities. Good restaurant choices. Outside bar area is great overlooking the sea.
Service was slow at times and hotel is a bit tired in places."
Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Nice experience. Friendly staff but the rooms could use some maintenance!"
Hilton Colombo Residence
10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely brilliant staff, attentive to a tee. Highly recommended "
Cinnamon Grand Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Great location, food, pool and helpful staff"
Mount Lavinia Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"It was amazing, love the hospitality. Breakfast, plenty to choose. We had supper English dinner on Thursday. "
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast excellent"
Cinnamon Red Colombo
10/10 Excellent
"Excellant room, cordial staff and good food"
Taj Samudra
10/10 Excellent
"Yes"
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 14 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 Sugathadasa Stadium, R. Premadasa Stadium and Pettah Market. You'll also find Bally's Casino and Colombo Lotus Tower 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.