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THE DEN 23

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Colombo City Centre in Colombo

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A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.
A hotel lobby with a wooden door labeled "Luggage & Storage," a mounted television, a fire extinguisher, a small table with papers, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.
A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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23 Norris Canal Rd, 94777392336, Colombo, WP, 00010
  • Place, Colombo Lotus Tower
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Colombo Town Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Colombo City Centre
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and a towel arranged on the bed.

Economy Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a window with blinds.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Colombo

Suduwella stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Suduwella hotel, you'll find Dewatagaha Mosque and Elphinstone Theatre. Colombo Town Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Colombo Lotus Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Colombo Town Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Viharamahadevi Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sri Lanka National Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 10 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - Asiri Central - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bake House Red Caboose Bar And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Maradana time up - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vanitha Villas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min walk

About this property

THE DEN 23

Hotel near Colombo City Centre in Colombo
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. THE DEN 23 also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colombo hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
THE DEN 23 offers 18 accommodations with air conditioning. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include desks. This Colombo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 5 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

THE DEN 23 Hotel
THE DEN 23 Colombo
THE DEN 23 Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

How close is THE DEN 23 to the airport?

THE DEN 23 is 20.4 mi (40-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE DEN 23?

As of Sep 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE DEN 23 on Sep 14, 2026 start from $31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does THE DEN 23 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at THE DEN 23.

How close is THE DEN 23 to the beach?

This hotel is 2.1 mi (24-min drive) from Galle Face Beach and 4.5 mi (24-min drive) from Crow Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does THE DEN 23 offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at THE DEN 23, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at THE DEN 23?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino (3-min drive) and Bellagio Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at THE DEN 23?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at THE DEN 23?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does THE DEN 23 have a pool?

THE DEN 23 does not have a pool.

Does THE DEN 23 have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does THE DEN 23 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is THE DEN 23 to downtown Colombo?

THE DEN 23 is 0.1 mi away from Colombo 10.

THE DEN 23 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and restaurant, friendly and helpful staff, clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bente

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean room, very friendly staff, great food
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were super friendly and couldn’t do more for us! So pleased we stayed here for our time in Colombo. The hotel is so well situated too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and good place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay here again , comfortable bed clean room, great breakfast options and the staff were very helpful and made our stay seamless. Thank you, Den 23 and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Funda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had s lovely stay, the staff is super nice and helpful and it was close to central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect! The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The accommodation is lovely and the breakfast was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, nice hosts. Very accommodating and friendly! :-)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff and loved the rooftop restaurant, the food was great (they do a great kottu!).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with great amenities - rooftop dining is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my quick stay - offered everything a tired traveller needed. Staff very friendly. I have booked to stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a convenient, not-too-touristy stay upon arriving in Colombo. The hotel is hidden and quiet and the staff is extremely hospitable. Rooftop views for the restaurant are the highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d highly recommend this place! It’s an unassuming spot but the rooftop has an absolutely spectacular view with an incredible restaurant. I had the best seafood pasta I’ve ever had there; each meal was truly amazing. The staff are so, so kind and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, spacious, and had everything I needed. I only spent a night here but I wish I had stayed longer simply because I enjoyed this hotel so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and affordable - with good location

excellent affordable and conveniently located hotel. Well known to tuktuks, so a nice base. Hotel staff is very supportive. Room is well outfitted and amenities like laundry very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nilantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliest staff ever…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jolanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Good rooftop restaurant with good food and good views Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room in this hotel was safe, quiet, modern and spacious. Staff were very nice. Awesome rooftop restaurant with great reasonably price food with a view. Highly recommend this hotel for great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value!

This is a great value hotel. It's modern and clean and a very warm welcome is on offer from the family who own it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very modern and clean. Quiet and safe location. Room was spacious and excellent amenities. Great value hotel with an excellent rooftop restaurant. Can highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Colombo. Would always come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uthpala - the manager is the best!

Uthpala is one the best hotel managers ever! Incredibly friendly and dutiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can tell it’s a new place! Very clean and modern. The restaurant at the top was amazing. Staff friendly. I recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice base for our first 2 nights in Sri Lanka. There was a bit of confusion about our booking when we checked in but quickly sorted out. The hotel is very clean and quite modern. A good location close to the cinnamon gardens area, the national museum and viharamedevi park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second stay. Great. Felt like home. International outlets. Comfortable, clean beds. Spacious rooms. No weird smells, mostly. Good furniture. Restaurant on the roof. No eating in the rooms. Wonderful staff all around! Pretty good, if your first stop in Sri Lanka.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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