Location: The hotel sits alongside Beira Lake in central Colombo, placing it within reasonable reach of the Pettah Floating Market, the Red Mosque, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Art Gallery.
Best for: Well suited to business travellers and leisure guests who want reliable five-star comfort with straightforward access to Colombo's city centre.
About Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel
Sitting on the banks of Beira Lake, Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel is a well-established five-star property in the heart of Colombo, drawing consistently strong guest ratings across more than a thousand reviews. Rooms are fitted with air conditioning, blackout curtains, and linen service, while 24-hour room service and daily housekeeping mean guests can settle in at their own pace. Connectivity is covered with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, and the front desk operates a full concierge offering, including express check-in and check-out, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes. Airport transfers can be arranged through the hotel, and taxis, car hire, and shuttle services are on hand for getting around the city. Complimentary parking is available for those arriving by car. The ticketing and tours desk is useful for planning excursions, particularly given how much the surrounding area offers — timing a visit well is worth considering, so checking the best time to visit Colombo before booking is advisable. Laundry, dry cleaning, and designated smoking areas round out a practical, well-considered set of facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
The airport is roughly 35 kilometres north of the hotel, typically around 45 to 60 minutes by road depending on traffic. The hotel can arrange airport transfers on request.
The property's facilities and room amenities cater primarily to adult business and leisure travellers, though families can be accommodated; it is worth confirming specific family room availability directly when booking.
A rating of 8.7 from over a thousand reviews suggests consistently positive experiences. For a five-star central Colombo property with this range of services, it represents reasonable value.
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Hotel details
Address: 115 Sir Chittampalam, A.Gardiner Mawatha
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