The best spa hotels in Colombo

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Colombo easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Shangri-La Colombo Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Shangri-La Colombo presents a new level of luxury in the city. Located in the heart of the business and entertainment district, the hotel offers the various collection of guestrooms with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, Beira Lake or cityscape. The property has 3 innovative restaurants and 2 bars, and it is Colombo’s largest and stylish event spaces. Set to be the city’s dining destination, Shangri-La Colombo's restaurants and bars include Capital Bar & Grill, presenting tasty steaks and seafood grills with a wide selection of whisky. Shangri-La Colombo’s signature Chinese restaurant Shang Palace celebrates cuisine steeped in rich tradition and Central, the hotel's vibrant all-day dining restaurant and café which is the elegant addition to Colombo’s dining scene. Sapphyr Lounge is a place to meet with friends and family over simple indulgences. There is a Pool Bar overlooking the Indian Ocean and it is perfect for light refreshments. The hotel also offers direct access to the most extensive international shopping mall in Sri Lanka, Shangri-La Colombo’s own One Galle Face Mall. Chi, The Spa is a place of personal peace and enchantment offering holistic therapies for the body, mind and soul. The Health Club features state-of-the-art fitness equipment and personal trainers to ensure you stay true to your fitness regime when away from home. Daily buffet breakfast and dinner are served at Central Restaurant. Co-nnect, Shangri-La Colombo, Colombo’s stylish, new co-working space offers a versatile environment to meet, work and create. These exclusive spaces include private offices, meeting rooms, work pods and individual work stations, and is an inspired alternative to working in a traditional office setting. Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $170.

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• 2 Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. A former colonial residence, Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features boutique-style suites with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. It offers massages by appointment, a pool, steam room and fitness room. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo’s charming suites offer lavish interiors and Egyptian cotton linen. All suites offer DVD/CD players, a minibar and kettle with tea/coffee making facilities. Selected suites come with a private courtyard or a balcony. Free internet access is available at The Library, which features a variety of 500 leather bound books. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features a restaurant for meal options and indoor or outdoor dining. Alternatively, room service is also available. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Odel Shopping Mall. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $202.

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• 3 Galle Face Hotel Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, boasts a spa and a saltwater pool with sun loungers that faces the vast Indian Ocean. Fitted with wooden flooring, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They are equipped with a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A minibar and a personal safe are included. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa or work out at the gym. Galle Face Hotel also provides a business centre. Located in the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 36 km from Colombo International Airport. Local and international dining options can be enjoyed at the hotel's 2 on-site restaurants, Verandah and 1864. For a drink, guests can head to the bar. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $108.

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• 4 Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Colombo. Cinnamon Lakeside is located along the banks of Beira Lake in Colombo, 10 minutes’ drive from Crescat Boulevard shopping mall. It features 9 dining options and a full-service health club. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool. The hotel also has tennis and squash courts and a gym. Exclusive to guests, The Library is a lounge by day and a club by night. Stylish rooms have a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box and tea and coffee-making facilities. All rooms have a marble bathroom. Some rooms include a separate living area, executive privileges and a balcony. Offering both indoor seating and outdoor lakeside dining and Colom Bar. Other restaurants include Thai and Japanese options. Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is a 45-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. Odel Department Store is 2 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $84.

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• 5 Pearl Grand By Rathna Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Located in Colombo, 700 metres from Bambalapitiya Beach, Pearl Grand By Rathna provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a city view. Each room comes with a safety deposit box and some rooms are equipped with sea views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near Pearl Grand By Rathna include Milagiriya Beach, Kollupitiya Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 10 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $35.

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• 6 The Kingsbury Colombo Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Colombo. Boasting spectacular views of the Colombo Harbor and the Galle Face Green, The Kingsbury is a 5-star hotel in Colombo, which offers regal accommodation and a wide variety of sumptuous dining options. Situated in the heart of the country's commercial capital, The Kingsbury Colombo is a short distance from landmarks like the World Trade Centre and the Colombo Harbour, as well as popular attractions such as the Dutch Hospital Shopping Complex and Galle Face Green. The Bandaranaike International Airport is about 33 km away. Elegantly-designed yet tasteful and spacious, the rooms have oversized windows offering breathtaking views of the Colombo Harbor and the Galle Face Green. Bright and airy, they are fitted with cable TV, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has an en-suite marble bathroom. Guests can leisurely soak in the outdoor swimming pool, wind down at the Senses Spa or work out at the well-equipped gym. The 24-hour butler service ensures immaculate relaxation at all times. The Kings Steakbar, which true to its name offers rare curated boards of prime steak fit for royalty, sourced from the US, New Zealand and Australia. The traditional Spanish pastry Churros lends its name to the patisserie replete with mouth-watering confections, while to fulfil a seafood craving, The Ocean serves up the freshest platters of seafood. The Harbour Court goes global with international cuisine served all day and the Honey Beach Club moves to the rhythm of great beach vibes, while Tavern provides local favourites at competitive rates. For the Chinese food connoisseur, the resident Chinese chefs at Yue Chuan will be tossing up Cantonese and Szechuan fare from its brand new menu. Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $85.

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• 7 Taj Samudra Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Taj Samudra offers rooms overlooking the Indian Ocean or city skyline. It boasts an outdoor pool, 7 dining options and tennis courts. Bright and airy, elegant rooms have classic wood furnishings and comfortable seating areas. They are fitted with cable TV, a fridge and a tea/coffee maker. For leisure, relaxing massages, a well-equipped fitness centre and squash courts are available. Attentive staff can provide business and childcare services. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant and Navratna Indian Restaurant. Other dining highlights include the Steak and Grill House. Taj Samudra is a 45-minute drive from the Bandaranaike Airport and provides free parking. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $135.

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• 8 Platinum One Suites Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Offering sea views all round and an outdoor pool, Platinum One Suites Colombo offers accommodation in Colombo. U.S. Embassy is 1.4 km from the property. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. All units have a flat-screen TV and washing machine. There is a seating and/or dining area in all units. There is also a kitchenette, fitted with an oven. A microwave, a toaster and refrigerator are also provided, as well as a kettle. Every unit features a private bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available. Platinum One Suites includes a spa centre and sauna. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant or a drink at the bar. The property also offers grocery delivery. Durdens Hospital is just 100 meters away. Asiri Surgical Hospital is 2.9 km from Platinum One Suites Colombo. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 31 km from the property. Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $200.

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• 9 Global Towers Hotel & Apartments Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Enjoying a beachfront location on Colombo Beach, Global Towers offers value-for-money accommodation with 24-hour room service. It features an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a spa offering Ayurvedic treatments. Global Towers Hotel & Apartments is a 5-minute walk from Galle Road and the Kollupitiya Railway Station, while the city centre is 6 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is about 34 km from the hotel. All accommodation have private balconies and elegant bathrooms with shower facilities. Each apartment offers large living and dining areas, and a washing machine. Selected rooms come with a bathtub. The wellness centre offer many relaxation options like a sauna, hot tub and customised rejuvenation treatments at the spa. Guests can also enjoy the view from the rooftop garden. There is a travel office on site for convenience. It also offers a 24-hour restaurant which serves international and Asian cuisine. Traditional Sri Lankan dishes and fresh seafood are also available. Other dining options include a coffee shop and a sports bar. Show full description Guest review score 6.2, rooms from around $33.

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• 10 Hotel MaRadha Colombo Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Colombo, a few steps from Bambalapitiya Beach, Hotel MaRadha Colombo offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. At Hotel MaRadha Colombo every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, American or vegetarian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, British and French cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Popular points of interest near Hotel MaRadha Colombo include Milagiriya Beach, Kollupitiya Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 10 km from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $50.

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• 11 Hilton Colombo Hotel Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Colombo. Overlooking the Indian Ocean and Beira Lake, Hilton Colombo Hotel offers direct access to Colombo’s World Trade Centre. It features an outdoor pool, 24-hour business centre and 10 dining outlets. Featuring scenic views from over-sized windows, spacious rooms at Colombo Hilton offer ample workspace and a comfortable sofa. They come with a marble bathroom featuring separate shower and bath areas. Enjoy the use of the hot tub after an active workout at the well-equipped fitness centre or tennis courts. Alternatively, guests can relax with an award-winning cocktail by the outdoor pool bar. Dining highlights at Hilton Colombo include Signature Chinese restaurant, Emperor's Wok offering diners a gourmet journey with authentic Cantonese and Szechuan flavors, and SunsetBlu, Colombo's first all-day club by the poolside. Hilton Colombo Hotel is a 45-minute drive from the Bandaranaike International Airport. It is within walking distance of the shopping and dining options at Fort District and Pettah Bazaar. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $85.

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• 12 Wonder Hotel Colombo Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Colombo, 600 metres from U.S. Embassy, Wonder Hotel Colombo features an outdoor swimming pool. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi is included. All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, some rooms at Wonder also have a sea view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A breakfast is available each morning at the property. Wonder Hotel Colombo offers a fitness centre. Khan Clock Tower is 4.2 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 35 km from Wonder Hotel Colombo. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around $43.

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• 13 Villa Capers Colombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Featuring a swimming pool and sun terrace, Villa Capers offers homely and peaceful accommodation with free Wi-Fi access in its public areas. Barbecue facilities, a games room and hammock are also available. The property is just 1. 4 km from University of Colombo and 1.8 km from Sinhalese Sports Club. Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately a 30-minute drive away. Fitted with tiled flooring, air-conditioned rooms include a private terrace with views of the garden. The en suite bathroom comes with shower facility and a bidet. Wardrobe, clothes rack and mosquito net are also provided. At Villa Capers, friendly staff can assist guests with luggage storage, laundry service and tour arrangements. Grocery deliveries can be provided, while airport transfer and shuttle services are available at a surcharge. Housing a common lounge and dining area, guests may enjoy a tasty selection of local dishes on site. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $35.

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