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Houseboats By DAE Colombo

Property class: 3
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Piliyandala cruise ship

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A deck with outdoor seating and a canopy, overlooking a body of water.
A poolside area with two bean bags, wooden deck, and a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, a bathtub, and a decorative wall panel.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by rattan chairs and cushioned sofas with colorful pillows. A person is visible in the background near the railing.
A large houseboat with multiple decks, equipped with fans and life rings, floating on calm water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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131 A, Thotagahawatta Road, Madapatha,, Piliyandala, WP, 10360
  • Place, Pearl Bay
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Panadura Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Lavinia Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, a bathtub, and a decorative wall panel.

Deluxe Cabin, Bathtub, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Piliyandala

On riverwalk.This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Piliyandala for at least part of your stay.
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What's nearby

  • Pearl Bay - 15 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya - 24 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Panadura Beach - 26 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden - 27 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Mount Lavinia Beach - 29 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 34 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King N Thai - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dominos Pizza Piliyandala - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Red Balloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Houseboats By DAE Colombo

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Piliyandala cruise ship
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Houseboats By DAE Colombo. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Piliyandala cruise ship.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Houseboats By DAE Colombo offers 5 accommodations with private hot tubs and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)).

Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and children's slippers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hair dryers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available for a fee of USD 50

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; 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.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)

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 continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 50

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Houseboats By DAE Colombo to the airport?

Houseboats By DAE Colombo is 40.2 mi (72-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 Houseboats By DAE Colombo?

As of Sep 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboats By DAE Colombo on Sep 19, 2026 start from $223, 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 Houseboats By DAE Colombo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Houseboats By DAE Colombo.

How close is Houseboats By DAE Colombo to the beach?

This cruise ship is 8.5 mi (38-min drive) from Panadura Beach and 9.7 mi (42-min drive) from Mount Lavinia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Houseboats By DAE Colombo offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Houseboats By DAE Colombo, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Houseboats By DAE Colombo?

No, there is no casino at this cruise ship, but Bellagio Casino (29-min drive) and Casino Marina Colombo (29-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Houseboats By DAE Colombo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Houseboats By DAE Colombo?

This cruise ship offers free self parking.

Does Houseboats By DAE Colombo have a pool?

Houseboats By DAE Colombo features an outdoor pool.

Does Houseboats By DAE Colombo have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Houseboats By DAE Colombo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cruise ship.

How close is Houseboats By DAE Colombo to downtown Piliyandala?

Houseboats By DAE Colombo is 0.3 mi away from Kahapola.

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