The Residence

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Colombo City Centre

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Interior
Porch

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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471 - 4/1, Galle Road, Colombo 3, Colombo, 00300
  • Bellagio Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Colombo City Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Galle Face Green
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Suite, Balcony

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Colombo

Bambalapitiya stay.At this Bambalapitiya hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Majestic City and German Embassy Colombo. Marino Mall and Saskia Fernando Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Marino Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bellagio Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Galle Face Green - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 6 min walk
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Plate - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Majestic Food Court - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Bar & Grill - Marino Mall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Burgher Union - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪PastaMania - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Residence

3-star hotel near Colombo City Centre
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. The business-friendly The Residence also features a terrace, concierge services, and a front-desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Colombo hotel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
The Residence offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Residence

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 18 percent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 7 per person
  • Service fee: 18 percent

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 and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Residence Hotel Colombo
Residence Colombo
The Residence Hotel
The Residence Colombo
The Residence Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Residence to the airport?

The Residence is 22.1 mi (46-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 Residence?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Residence on Sep 17, 2025 start from $36.0, excluding 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 Residence have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Residence.

How close is The Residence to the beach?

This hotel is 2.2 mi (12-min drive) from Galle Face Beach and 5 mi (24-min drive) from Mount Lavinia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Residence offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Residence, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 7 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at The Residence?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bellagio Casino (13-min walk) and Casino Marina Colombo (18-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Residence?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at The Residence?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Residence have a pool?

The Residence does not have a pool.

Does The Residence have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Residence to downtown Colombo?

The Residence is 0.3 mi away from Colombo 03.