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Colombo
Travel to Colombo Sri Lanka, the commercial capital spreading itself along the shore of the Indian Ocean for some miles This is the place where business and commerce begin and end. A drive through the city will take you to Colombo's most fashionable residential district - the Cinnamon Gardens and Pettah, Colombo's busiest and most traditional bazaar area. You can also visit the Hindu temple with elaborate stone carvings, the Dutch Church at Wolfendhal dating back to 1749, the historic Devatagaha Mosque, and the Gangarama Temple. While the city holds less obvious interest than many other parts of the island, it's still a colourful enough place and worth a visit to see what makes Sri Lanka tick. A trading hub of the ancient times, Colombo has a vibrant mix of cultural influences including Malay, Chinese, Arab, Portuguese, Dutch, and British. The Fort and Pettah, originally built in the sixteenth century by the Portuguese and then further developed by the Dutch and the British, is today the main commercial hub consisting of the country's largest wholesale bazaar with a maze of by lanes and small shops; banks, and government offices some which are housed in old colonial buildings; Dutch period churches and museum. For shopping there is the nearby Crescat shopping mall with several fast food outlets and shops, ODEL, Barefoot, and Paradise Road.
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The Havelock Bungalow
The first Boutique Hotel to be opened in Colombo, The Havelock Place Bungalow is made up of two homes of the colonial period which have been restored to provide all modern conveniences while retaining the elegance and charm of a bygone era. Many of our guests have referred to it as an Oasis in the middle of a busy city. Furnished with genuine antique furniture and designed to provide our guests with a tranquil and restful stay, the air conditioned rooms consisting of 3 Suites and 4 Standard rooms feature comfortable beds, writing bureaus and broad band Internet access. All the rooms have attached toilets with hot water available throughout the day. The rooms are in close proximity to the pool and Jacuzzi and most have access to private patios or direct access to the garden.
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Casa Colombo
A Retro-Chic hotel with 12 designer suites housed within a grand 200 year old mansion, Casa Colombo's style is a tonic for the senses and a breath of fresh air. Placed in the very heart of the city with WiFi and all the accoutrements of a personal office, our 12 suites (3 Traveller Suites/8 Corporate Suites & 01 Royal Suite) are just perfect for those on the go. For the less inclined, it's a quiet escape, secluded from the intrusions of the city. Our pink pool makes headlines, whilst our Domos make each guest feel as though they were the only ones staying at Casa Colombo,.It is also a Conde Nast Hotlist Hotel, and what Luxe loves in Sri Lanka. With such a central location in the capital Casa has easy access to the city's shopping and cultural attractions while the hotel has a private spot on Mt Lavinia Beach for the exclusive use of Casa guests.
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Paradise Road - Tintagel Colombo
Tintagel is a unique and private hotel, situated in the heart of Colombo's most elite neighbourhood. Offering 10 individually designed suites with all modern amenities and services; Tintagel is housed in a stunning heritage structure of national importance that was previously home to three of Sri Lanka's political leaders. Tintagel Suites all have high ceilings, timber floors and are lavishly decorated, each in a unique blend of colour, texture and atmosphere. Daring and dramatic, offering style, elegance, efficiency and sensational service, Tintagel offers a haven, protecting the privacy of its guests. The spacious bathrooms feature rain showers, bath tubs and large vanities. All rooms include complimentary wireless internet access, sumptuous bedding with 400 thread count Egyptian cotton linen and LCD TV screens with DVD/CD players.
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Cinnamon Grand Colombo
Welcome to a place where senses are delighted and desires indulged. A place of colours, sounds and unexpected pleasures where you pick the pace and you choose the mood. If you're looking to explore the city or escape it, Cinnamon Grand is your perfect haven. We're in the heart of Colombo's business, shopping and entertainment centre and just 35 kms from the airport. Luxurious rooms and restaurants serving up an eclectic mix of fine cuisine is an absolute delight at Cinnamon Grand. Rooms for meetings and rooms for avoiding meetings, if you like to mix business and pleasure, we have all the facilities you need. How would you like a goose down feather pillow to snuggle into as you sleep? Or do you prefer a contour pillow that supports your head and neck? We offer both-and more-in our Pillow Menu. Whatever your individual style, it is sure to find a match with one of our 501 rooms and suites.
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Mount Lavinia Hotel
Step back in time to an era of colonial splendour, mystique and romance. Mount Lavinia Hotel offers you the very best of modern facilities blended with a magical touch of antiquity. This enchanting British Colonial heritage hotel, located on a breathtaking beachfront, is a living legacy to the secret love story between the British Governor General of Ceylon, Sir Thomas Maitland, and the beautiful mestizo dancer, Lovina. The legendary romance has made this Colombo hotel one of the most popular venues in Sri Lanka for weddings; couples from around the world fly to this fabled island for a custom-planned wedding at the Mount Lavinia Hotel. Walk the halls of a Governor's Palace that was once the centre of power and intrigue; stay in rooms that have witnessed the secrets of courtly love and adventure. One of the last enclaves of the old orient, Mount Lavinia Hotel offers a selection of 226 rooms inclusive of suites; each offering a unique experience in comfort and sophistication.
