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The Ocean Colombo

No 40, Melbourne Avenue, On Marine Drive, Colombo 4, 00400 Colombo, Sri Lanka – Great location - show map

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8.0
Very good
233 reviews

Amazing view and staff. The room was fantastic. All of the staff were very kind, very helpful & just wonderful service. The food was great as well.

Valentine Australia

The Food, location & sea view from room was excellent.

Abhinav India

Simply loved everything about the stay. Especially the courteous staff and nice food. Room amenities are in good condition and also the hotel facilities.

Bhagya Sri Lanka

Rooms and amenities are good. An excellent stay. The food is nice and tasty. The staff is extremely helpful and courteous. Especially the Front Office Manager helped us to have a smooth check-in and checkout. Would prefer staying again.

Bhagya Sri Lanka

The best part was the view from the room. You would feel that your room is just above the sea. There is just the road and the railway track separating the hotel from the sea. One can see beautiful sunset from the room on a clear day.

Amitavh India

Enjoyed the room and the see view from the bedroom. Breakfast is wonderful.

Retnasabapathy United Kingdom

I stay ocean colombo before Covid as well during my stay this time I noticed the room is Cleaned than my previous stays. Friendly staffs great location

Ahmed Maldives

staffs were great, the place was clean and it was great value for money.

Ibrahim Maldives

Staff was very friendly and I had a pleasant stay. Will be back again. Great location.

Kishan United Kingdom

Amazing sea view We had a very pleasant stay at this lovely hotel. Amazing sea view from the room and also from the roof top terrace. The staff were very polite, helpful and an asset to this hotel. I would definitely come back to this hotel in my next vacation to Sri Lanka .

Dishanthi United Kingdom
8.0
Very good
233 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Amazing view and staff. The room was fantastic. All of the staff were very kind, very helpful & just wonderful service. The food was great as well.”
    Valentine Valentine Australia Australia
  • “The Food, location & sea view from room was excellent.”
    Abhinav Abhinav India India
  • “Simply loved everything about the stay. Especially the courteous staff and nice food. Room amenities are in good condition and also the hotel facilities.”
    Bhagya Bhagya Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
  • “Rooms and amenities are good. An excellent stay. The food is nice and tasty. The staff is extremely helpful and courteous.”
    Bhagya Bhagya Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
  • “The best part was the view from the room. You would feel that your room is just above the sea. There is just the road and the railway track separating the hotel from the sea.”
    Amitavh Amitavh India India
  • “Enjoyed the room and the see view from the bedroom. Breakfast is wonderful.”
    Retnasabapathy Retnasabapathy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I stay ocean colombo before Covid as well during my stay this time I noticed the room is Cleaned than my previous stays. Friendly staffs great location”
    Ahmed Ahmed Maldives Maldives
  • “staffs were great, the place was clean and it was great value for money.”
    Ibrahim Ibrahim Maldives Maldives
  • “Staff was very friendly and I had a pleasant stay. Will be back again. Great location.”
    Kishan Kishan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Amazing sea view We had a very pleasant stay at this lovely hotel. Amazing sea view from the room and also from the roof top terrace. The staff were very polite, helpful and an asset to this hotel.”
    Dishanthi Dishanthi United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities7.8
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.1
  • Location8.6
  • Free WiFi6.4

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Boasting spectacular ocean view from every guest room, The Ocean Colombo features modern and comfortable accommodation along Marine Drive. It offers free parking space on site and provides complimentary WiFi access in the entire property.

This non-smoking hotel is just 0.6 miles from Majestic Shopping Mall. MGM Casino is 0.7 miles away while Sri Lanka National Museum is 1.7 miles from the hotel. Bandaranaike International Airport is accessible with a 19.9 miles drive.

Tastefully furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with a wardrobe, in-room safe, a seating area, minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The en suite bathroom includes shower facility, hairdryer and free toiletries.

At The Ocean Colombo, friendly staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist guests with luggage storage, laundry and car rental services. A business centre is available, while meeting/banquet facilities can be arranged upon request.

Overlooking the sea, the in-house restaurant serves a delectable spread of Sri Lankan cuisine. Meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of guests’ rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

The Ocean Colombo has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 14 Jul 2014.

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Most popular facilities
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Beachfront
Restaurant
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Room service
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
6.4

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Valentine
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Amazing view and staff. The room was fantastic. All of the staff were very kind, very helpful & just wonderful service. The food was great as well.”
  • Abhinav
    IndiaIndia
    “The Food, location & sea view from room was excellent.”
  • Bhagya
    Sri LankaSri Lanka
    “Simply loved everything about the stay. Especially the courteous staff and nice food. Room amenities are in good condition and also the hotel facilities.”
  • Bhagya
    Sri LankaSri Lanka
    “Rooms and amenities are good. An excellent stay. The food is nice and tasty. The staff is extremely helpful and courteous. Especially the Front Office Manager helped us to have a smooth check-in and checkout. Would prefer staying again.”
  • Amitavh
    IndiaIndia
    “The best part was the view from the room. You would feel that your room is just above the sea. There is just the road and the railway track separating the hotel from the sea. One can see beautiful sunset from the room on a clear day.”
  • Retnasabapathy
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Enjoyed the room and the see view from the bedroom. Breakfast is wonderful.”
  • Ahmed
    MaldivesMaldives
    “I stay ocean colombo before Covid as well during my stay this time I noticed the room is Cleaned than my previous stays. Friendly staffs great location”
  • Ibrahim
    MaldivesMaldives
    “staffs were great, the place was clean and it was great value for money.”
  • Kishan
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Staff was very friendly and I had a pleasant stay. Will be back again. Great location.”
  • Dishanthi
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Amazing sea view We had a very pleasant stay at this lovely hotel. Amazing sea view from the room and also from the roof top terrace. The staff were very polite, helpful and an asset to this hotel. I would definitely come back to this hotel in my...”
Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days
  • We are three adult so need 3 single bed in one room
    Yes its available
    Answered on 16 October 2019
  • Do you guys have uninterrupted power supply(generators)?
    We have generators so no interruption in power
    Answered on 2 May 2022
  • Hi, Can we get 1 room for 4 people.? 4 single beds or 2 double beds?
    Hi. Yes can get. We have a family room which has 2 double beds. On Booking.com it goes as Ocean Premiere
    Answered on 6 August 2022
  • Are there any balcony in the room?
    Hi. No balconies, but all rooms are sea view
    Answered on 25 April 2022
  • Hi is it possible to check in on morning between 9-11 am
    Yes its possible on availability
    Answered on 31 October 2019
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Hotel surroundings *
1 restaurant on site

    Restaurant

    Cuisine: International

    Menu: Buffet & à la carte

Facilities of The Ocean Colombo
Most popular facilities
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Beachfront
Restaurant
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Room service
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Casino
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Business centre Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Massage Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules

The Ocean Colombo takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

14:00 - 00:00

Check-out

02:00 - 12:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

6+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

FAQs about The Ocean Colombo

  • Check-in at The Ocean Colombo is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from The Ocean Colombo.

  • Room options at The Ocean Colombo include:

    • Twin
    • Family
    • Studio
    • Double

  • The Ocean Colombo has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The Ocean Colombo is 3.1 miles from the centre of Colombo.

  • Guests staying at The Ocean Colombo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at The Ocean Colombo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Ocean Colombo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Casino
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Foot massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Back massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Head massage
    • Live music/performance
    • Spa facilities
    • Happy hour
    • Neck massage
    • Beach