Located near a train station, The Ocean Front is a great choice for a stay in Colombo. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Transfers
Airport pickup (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 5 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 32 per vehicle
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Ocean Front Hotel Colombo
Ocean Front Colombo
The Ocean Front Hotel
The Ocean Front Colombo
The Ocean Front Hotel Colombo
Frequently asked questions
Does The Ocean Front offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ocean Front does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Ocean Front?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Ocean Front?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Ocean Front?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 32 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ocean Front?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at The Ocean Front?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Marina Colombo (2-min walk) and Bellagio Casino (11-min walk) are both nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Ocean Front?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Ocean Front like?
The Ocean Front is in Kollupitiya, a short 2-minute walk from Casino Marina Colombo and 8 minutes' walk from United States Embassy Colombo.
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Good
Nov 9, 2019
Multi story access to rooms with extreme railway movement noise
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2019
In a good location. Rooms clean and nice breakfast. Would stay here again.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 27, 2019
A little bit out of the centre, probably is best described as a 2.5 star hotel, considering that the Galle Face is a 4 star hotel.
James
James, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Apr 17, 2019
It can be improved big time
They have fantastic view
But the property is very old and not satisfying
Not recommended at all
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 1, 2018
John
John, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2018
Great hotel!
Couldn’t have been more accommodating! Clean rooms and lovely breakfast. Highly recommend.
Greger
Greger, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 12, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 7, 2018
Contemporary building, nice looking, but no rooms face the ocean, and to get to the beach, one must walk across the street and then across the railroad, so not really a good "beach" choice.
But clean and a good breakfast.
Gail
Gail, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 14, 2018
Great to have a view of real life in Colombo, the room was comfortable for the price.
Gill
Gill, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2018
Loved the property and the sea view room. Love it, will return if we come back
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2018
Hidden Gem
Great friendly service and the staff went out of their way to help us schedule sight seeing in the city. We would definitely stay here again.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2018
Good Stay
Very good stay. Kind and attentive to my needs. Good breakfast. Convenince store 2
minutes away. Tea shop 1st floor with great cakes. Easy to walk to the center of city. I never used tuktuk taxi. Best to make tours through Sri Lanka tourist office, 20 minute walk but tour pick up at Ocean Front. Everything worked out great. Would definitely stay again.
Harry
Harry, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 13, 2018
Hotel not in a good place
busy stree with railway tracks and no sand on beach just rocks I saw one person squatting to toilet
GiddayMate
GiddayMate, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 18, 2018
Nice hotel and good staff and clean rooms.
Great experience will visit again. Great experience will visit again.
Verified traveler
13-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2018
Outstanding Place to stay in Colombo
This is an outstanding place to stay. Being in Colombo 3 you are not far from any of the sightseeing/shopping adventures to be had. The staff is very courteous and professional who will go the "extra mile" to ensure your needs are being taken care of. Breakfast is great and at a good price. It is more of a bungalow atmosphere than a major hotel but just as nice. Only thing to remember is that since this is not a major hotel it is best to order your food for Dinner/supper at least 1 hour before you want to eat. Everything is delicious and freshly prepared. Outstanding place to stay and I for one will be a returning guest for many more stays. Close to Railroad tracks so you will have little noise between 6 AM till 8PM
Bob
Bob, 8-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 23, 2018
Exactly as described. Comfy clean and very helpful staff. Easy to walk into tbe city centre
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2018
Nice, Enjoyable, Clean
I had a great experience here. The staff was friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The view of the ocean was absolutely stunning. I would totally come back next time I'm in Colombo.
Adnan
Adnan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 12, 2018
Good hotel at a great location. Staff are keen to please guests.
Binu
Binu, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2017
Nice hotel
Nice hotel by water. Staff vet nice and room was nice with modern bathroom.
Bryan
Bryan, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 18, 2017
Bad
The hotel manager didn't know how to interact at all. He was super rude whenever we asked him questions. Also the washrooms stink. Do not stay here at all
Megha
Megha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2017
Sweet Stay in Colombo
A very lovely small hotel with a wonderful view of the ocean! The staff is very warm and friendly. The room was huge and comfortable. Wifi was fast and steady. The breakfast was very delicious. Easy walk to downtown Colombo and plenty of restaurants around the area. The airport transfer was perfect!
David W
David W, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 31, 2017
Good hotel, but with trains nearby.
small hotel in convenient location, friendly staff and decent breakfast. The only issue is the train in front, you can hear it and air around is polluted
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2017
Tiny Colombo Gem
Really nice little find for Colombo; clean and comfortable and you can't beat the sliver of ocean view you get. You will hear trains constantly, so bring earplugs if it bothers you, but I love it. Staff was over-the-top friendly and nothing was too much bother for them. They didn't even charge me for the laundry I sent out. I'd definitely return.