Pettah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Pettah Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is AU$277 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$277
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
"The room was clean comfortable and I kept oversleeping on the bed. Being right next One Galle Face helped provide a variety of shopping and culinary options. Hotel staff were very polite and helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is AU$146 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$146
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"Free city tour was a worthwhile and our guide and driver were super friendly. The hotel was beautifully presented and the staff accommodating in all our requests. Roof top bar and pool a highlight after a long day of travel."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

5 out of 5
No. 01 Justice Akbar Mawatha 02, Colombo, Colombo
The price is AU$230 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$230
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Beira Lake are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Can’t recommend enough
"Perfect stay in an absolutely wonderful hotel"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

5 out of 5
Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo
The price is AU$305 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$305
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Galle Face Green ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
"Great property, and amazing staff. Throughly enjoyed our 6 nights here!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo

5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$90 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$90
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice hotel and very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Mandarina Colombo
Hilton Colombo

Hilton Colombo

5 out of 5
2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$175 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$175
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (504 reviews)
"It was a quiet experience"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hilton Colombo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Pettah

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Fort

4/5(32 area reviews)

Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Colombo World Trade Center.

Fort
Colombo showing general coastal views, a city and a skyscraper

Suduwella

While Suduwella may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre.

Suduwella
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Hunupitiya

Hunupitiya might not have many top sights, but Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hunupitiya
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Kompannaweediya

If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kompannaweediya
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Weekanda

While visiting Weekanda, you might make a stop by sights like Colombo City Centre and Beira Lake.

Weekanda
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Ibbanwala

Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Colombo Town Hall.

Ibbanwala


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