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Highbury Colombo, Colombo

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  • 14/1, Skelton road, Colombo 05, 00500 Colombo, Sri Lanka - View on map
9.4 /10
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Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Homestay
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Nestled just 1.3 km from the serene Milagiriya Beach and 1.7 km from Bambalapitiya Beach, Highbury Colombo is the perfect getaway in the vibrant city of Colombo. This recently renovated homestay brings you comfort with air-conditioned rooms, each featuring a private bathroom for that much-needed privacy. If you’re looking to explore, Wellawatte Beach is also a short 1.7 km away, and the Bambalapitiya Railway Station is just 1.9 km from our doorstep. Plus, we offer convenient airport transfers and bicycle rentals, allowing you to soak up the local sights at your own pace.

Each room is thoughtfully designed with a desk for your convenience. You’ll love the private bathrooms equipped with walk-in showers and hair dryers. Oh, and don’t forget about the free WiFi! Some of our rooms even come with a lovely terrace, perfect for sipping your morning coffee. We provided bed linen and towels to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible.

Start your day right with our delicious à la carte and continental breakfast options, featuring warm dishes, local specialties, and fluffy pancakes. Our onsite restaurant serves up tantalizing American cuisine, along with vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free choices, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

If you’re in the mood for relaxation, join our yoga classes available at the homestay. And for those sunny days, we have a lovely picnic area where you can unwind and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.

For those looking to explore a bit further, Khan Clock Tower is just 7.6 km away, and R Premadasa Stadium is 8.3 km from Highbury Colombo. Plus, Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport is conveniently located 8 km from the property.

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Rooms at Highbury Colombo

Single Room with Garden View

Room standards
  • work desk,
  • private entrance,
  • travel adapter,
  • mosquito net,
  • sofa,
  • clothes rack,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • seating area,
  • air conditioning,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • sofa bed,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • rollaway bed (extra bed),
  • fan,
  • waste bin,
  • soundproofed rooms
Sanitary facilities
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • additional toilet,
  • toilet,
  • body soap,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • bathtub,
  • bidet,
  • hairdryer,
  • shampoo,
  • shower cap,
  • complimentary toiletries
Dining & bars
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • executive lounge access (depending on room type),
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
  • wake-up service
Location & local attractions
  • garden view,
  • view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The single room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and features air conditioning, a private entrance and garden views. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

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Amenities at Highbury Colombo

General property information General property information

wi-fi throughout the property

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

beach access, special themed dinners, on-site cooking classes

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

on-site restaurant, take-away lunches, special dietary menus (on request), on-site coffee shop

Pools, spa & wellness Pools, spa & wellness

hot tub / jacuzzi access, salon & beauty treatments, rejuvenating facial treatments, professional waxing services, expert make-up application, nourishing hair treatments, manicure services, pedicure services, professional hair cutting, expert hair colouring, professional hair styling, revitalising body treatments, guided yoga sessions

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

convenient airport shuttle, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off, general shuttle transport

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

currency exchange service, baggage hold, individual check-in/check-out, invoices available

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

access to hotel garden, outdoor terrace area, guest lounge / tv room, patio/outdoor seating, designated picnic spot

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service, efficient ironing service, regular daily housekeeping

On-site shops & services On-site shops & services

on-site barber/beauty salon

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, noise-reducing/soundproofed rooms, entirely non-smoking property, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone, standard key entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

in-room safety deposit box, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance

Security systems Security systems

staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, removal of shared non-essential items (menus, magazines, etc.), hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals, guest thermometers provided by the property

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, guest rooms sealed post-cleaning for safety, option to decline room cleaning services during stay

Food & drink safety Food & drink safety

safe physical distancing in dining spaces, all dining ware (plates, cutlery, glasses) fully sanitised, hygienic takeaway breakfast containers

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Details about parking facilities are not available.

Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 15:00 Until 23:30 hours

Check-out

From 01:00 Until 10:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Children from 18 years old pay 20.00 USD per night using extra bed. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children from 9 years old.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

Languages spoken
 
Contact methods
☎ telephone
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Important information
At Highbury Colombo, hen, stag, or similar parties are not accepted.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At Highbury Colombo, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
At Highbury Colombo, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at Highbury Colombo, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
At Highbury Colombo, payment by bank transfer prior to arrival is mandatory. After booking at Highbury Colombo, the property will contact you with further instructions.

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10/10
Nice house, peaceful garden. Safe area in Colombo. Rooms big and clean. Hosts very kind and helpful. Close to Gallery Cafe and Geoffrey Bawa’s Residence by tuk-tuk. Good breakfast, home cooked. Would stay again if back in Colombo.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, guests have access to the Internet.
Prices vary by date and other factors. Please provide dates for accurate information.
We offer various accommodation options depending on availability. Please check our website for more details.

  • Single Room with Garden View
Yes, Highbury Colombo offers airport transfer.
The property is not fully adapted for children, but is welcoming to all.
Yes, we have a café on the premises for our guests to enjoy.
Yes, we provide non-smoking accommodation options.
Yes, our guests can use a safety deposit box in their accommodation.
Yes, we can prepare packed lunches for our guests.
Yes, we accept all major forms of cashless payment.

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