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Mount Lavinia Hotel

4.0 star property
Ocean-view hotel with a beach bar, near Mount Lavinia Beach
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December 2024
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Front of property
Direct Ocean View King
Lobby
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Spa
    Spa

Room options

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Direct Ocean View King

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King

Ocean View King

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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About the area

Map
100 Hotel Road, Mount Lavinia, 10732

What's nearby

  • Mount Lavinia Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lanka Hospital - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 12 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saas Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • Mount Lavinia - Terrace Restaurant
  • ‪Old Thomians Swimming Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Harpo's Pizza & Pasta - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boat Haus Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Mount Lavinia Hotel

Upscale hotel near Mount Lavinia Beach
Located close to Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya, Mount Lavinia Hotel provides a beach bar, a corner/local shop and a free daily manager's reception. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. Indulge in a massage at Le Lilly Spa, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and 2 bars.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free newspapers, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information
Room features
All 210 rooms boast comforts, such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 24-inch TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and electric kettles

Languages

English, Hindi, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Govenors Restaurant
  • The Terrace

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 1806
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 01 August and 30 September.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia Hotel
Mount Lavinia Hotel Sri Lanka/Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia Hotel Hotel
Mount Lavinia Hotel Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia Hotel Hotel Mount Lavinia

Frequently asked questions

Does Mount Lavinia Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mount Lavinia Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Mount Lavinia Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Mount Lavinia Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mount Lavinia Hotel located?

Located in Mount Lavinia, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Lavinia Beach, Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya. Sri Lanka Air Force Museum and Gangaramaya Temple are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Mount Lavinia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 607 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sriya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indra was best leader help me with everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The last time I stayed at Mount Lavinia was in 2005. I loved it and always wanted to come back to it. Now being back is just as good, if not better than 20 years ago. We are leaving today. I just want to stay on.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

RAJEEV Shiva, Naperville

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Location on the beach is great. But dated property in need of gut rehab.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

roshini

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Colonial hotel we love. Staff are curious and friendly. Great ambiance. Breath taking views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selvaraju

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and an elaborate breakfast menu. Rooms were neat and big. Easy access to the beach from the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Indi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are excellent in every way. They go above and beyond expectations. The front and common areas are simply lovely. The back part of the hotel needs updating and maintenance. Looks quite shabby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tamaris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I enjoyed the ocean view from my room, but it was located near the public beach area, which was quite noisy with people milling about. I was also disappointed with the gym, which was situated in a nearby building that felt abandoned and unsafe. It was dimly lit, and the stairwell up to the gym was in poor condition. The adjacent building clearly needs significant renovation or to be demolished. On a positive note, the private beach was beautiful. However, it was surprising to see so few guests there. I’m not sure if others were aware of it, as there were no signs directing visitors. I had to inquire at the reception to find out how to access it. Additionally, it would have been nice to have a café where I could purchase coffee or a snack, rather than relying on room service with the same menu as the restaurant.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

RAVINTHIRAN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is good, conection and handling by expedia is worst.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel did not have the copy of the online reservation and they initially over charged us. However after providing the details mext day, the price was adjusted.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chulani

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. We enjoyed the staying at mount Lavinia Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharmila

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

roshini

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Pavithrini

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Lovely location and we enjoying visiting this beautiful colonial beach hotel however we were charged twice for drinks consumed in the lobby and moved to the terrace area despite explaining to the staff at the time and showing my receipts. Be careful and double check your statements as they take your bank card and disappear with it. They don’t need a pin or a signature to take money out. Shocking!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

MAHESH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a historic property with an amazing history that evokes nostalgia. With a bit of an upgrade it will be back to its former glory. It has the potential to become Sri Lanka’s own Raffles Hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Abdulla

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Nice hotel great location
Hotel is in perfect location. Steeped in history and a very grand building. However this shows in its condition in places. Some corridors do smell very damp but is very clean. The bathroom we had showed signs of tiredness. Our room was ground floor and had a family of pigeons nesting on out window box . Poo everywhere. Private beach is nice but I preferred public beach. Nice hotel and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Great location and friendly, courteous and helpful staff. Great to be back after some 15 or so years. Only request is to the staff on the terrace. Please cast your eyes over the guests more frequently. It is sometimes hard to catch your attention!!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Algimantas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One year 2019 was better
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Variable quality attributes
The hotel has some great features. All public spaces, restaurants and food are excellent. Amazing location too. Service is variable. Some excellent staff and some not so great. But the problem was the room. It was really basic. Not a single lamp stand in the room. It was dark and I was unable to read anything from the ceiling lights. The shower had a bad smell. I stayed at the Kingsbury in Colombo, paid the same rate, and the room was fabulous. Can't understand this difference in standards.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane, Uk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third visit and I hope it won’t be our last. It has an amazing old colonial feel with a wonderful history behind it. Very relaxing. The food is amazing. They have one of the best chefs in Sri Lanka who has become famous for his books and television appearances. The staff great too. Nothing is too much for them. Then there is the private beach with fish restaurant and happy hour watching the sun go down over the sea
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020