Top 10 Hotels Near Elphinstone Theatre in Colombo for 2026

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A pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional wooden structure.

A cozy indoor space with wicker furniture, a wooden bench, and a sofa with cushions. There are potted plants and a wooden lattice structure.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with a traditional architectural style in the background.

A courtyard with a swing set, a tiled patio, and a building with a tiled roof in the background.

1. Ishq Colombo

3.2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Niels

RM777

RM1,008 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter.

2. THE DEN 23

Suduwella, 0.8 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Shagufta

RM109

RM129 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A traditional wooden furniture arrangement with a sofa, chairs, and a table in a courtyard with a view of greenery and a yellow wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a view of a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel entrance with a large window, a tree sculpture, and a staircase visible through the window.

3. De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.7 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Jonathan

RM345

RM379 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern living room with a large sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A pool area with yellow umbrellas and lounge chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A terrace with wicker furniture, a large vase, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a view of the ocean.

4. Shangri-La Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 2.2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Sithara

RM531

RM713 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a waterfront location and a bridge connecting to the main building.

A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a large window.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a central courtyard and a pool on the rooftop.

5. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Kompannaweediya, 1.7 km from Elphinstone Theatre

William Reed

RM583

RM783 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A pool area with tiled blue flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a unique geometric facade, a prominent sign, and a view of a body of water with a traditional structure in the foreground.

A rooftop terrace with dining tables and chairs, offering a city view.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.

6. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

1.6 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Pat

RM363

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a large potted plant.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a patterned wall.

A modern bar area with seating, a high ceiling with geometric patterns, and a view of buildings through large windows.

7. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Kollupitiya, 2.6 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Lars Toft

RM429

RM576 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A dining table set with a variety of fruits, vegetables, and beverages, with a sofa and a staircase in the background.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a pillow.

A cozy living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

An outdoor swimming pool with blue lighting, surrounded by a patio area with chairs and tables.

8. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

Cinnamon Gardens, 2.5 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Fjorn

RM284

RM371 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV cabinet.

A staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a large abstract painting.

A modern building with a paved courtyard, large potted plants, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, arranged for dining.

9. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Kollupitiya, 1.9 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Ella

RM260

RM340 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by white umbrellas and potted plants.

A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a chandelier, and a view through a doorway.

A bar with a mirrored wall, shelves of bottles, and bar stools.

A grand building with a central fountain, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

10. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.8 km from Elphinstone Theatre

"I have travelled the World extensively, and this property is possibly my favourite of any I have stayed in. It maintains old world colonial character and charm, with its very high standards, excellent staff, and wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. We stayed 8 years ago and have been planning g a return since. We are however devastated to hear that the hotel will close at the end of its current lease in August 2027, so this was likely to be our last ever visit."

Clifford

RM673

RM882 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

An infinity pool with a view of the sea and distant land.

A restaurant with a view of the ocean, featuring a waiter serving a tray with glasses.

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a sofa with colorful cushions, a small table with a book and a vase of flowers, and a modern pendant light.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the ocean.

11. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Kollupitiya, 2.6 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Stach

RM313

RM421 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.

A beachside hotel with lounge chairs and a large planter.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean.

A long, well-lit hallway with ceiling fans, chandeliers, and wooden chairs lined up on one side.

12. Galle Face Hotel

Kollupitiya, 2.2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Prem

RM364

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern lounge with a curved seating arrangement, a central table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A spacious lobby with a reflective floor, a large chandelier, and a view of the sea through expansive windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass wall offering a view of the ocean.

An interior with a curved ceiling, a bar area, seating, and a view of palm trees.

13. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 2.1 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Manouri

RM643

RM864 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A pathway leading through a bamboo forest to a building entrance.

A swimming pool with a canopy and lights, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

A spacious living area with a piano, sofas, and a dining table.

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging glassware, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

14. Zylan Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

kandiah

RM266

RM313 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a blue sofa.

A modern restaurant with wooden furniture, a curved ceiling, and a central walkway.

A spacious interior with a central staircase, wooden shelving units, and a dining area.

A grand entrance with a sign for Capital Exchange, featuring a classical architectural style with arches and columns.

15. Dutch Heritage Colombo

Fort, 2.2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Mary Ann

RM149

RM175 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern interior with a central staircase, glass railings, and a polished floor.

A modern interior with a curved reception desk, a blue sofa, and a geometric railing.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central blue structure, and a modern design.

16. Orion City Hotel

1.6 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Duminda

RM180

RM217 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A staircase with ornate railings, a patterned bench, and a wooden floor.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and a television.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.

17. Palm Grove

Cinnamon Gardens, 2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Lee

RM187

RM220 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

A rooftop bar with checkered flooring, seating, and a city view.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike, overlooking a city and the sea.

A rooftop bar with a barista preparing drinks, surrounded by tables and chairs, and shelves with bottles.

18. Cinnamon Red Colombo

Kollupitiya, 2.2 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Imali

RM269

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern infinity pool with a city view at sunset.

A modern interior with a staircase leading to a reception area, featuring a minimalist design with branches and a glass partition.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with white bedding, and a bathtub.

19. Jetwing Colombo Seven

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.6 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Ashani

RM283

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern hotel interior with a glass entrance, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a sofa set, a desk with a computer, and a large window offering a view of the street.

An open balcony with a view of tall buildings and a hanging light fixture.

A staircase leading to a room with a wooden door, a doormat with a letter, and a glass wall on one side.

20. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

Fort, 2.3 km from Elphinstone Theatre

Muhammad Zarwan

RM128

RM153 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Ishq Colombo	10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
THE DEN 23	9.6 Exceptional 85 reviews	View
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Shangri-La Colombo	9.4 Exceptional 665 reviews	View
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams	9.4 Exceptional 194 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Elphinstone Theatre

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Kompannaweediya

RM583

RM783 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a tower with a lighted top, and a sunset sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a city view, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining space, a living area with a sofa and TV, and a large window offering a city view.

Hilton Colombo Residence

Ibbanwala

RM382

RM513 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a large window, a round dining table, and a sofa.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A rooftop infinity pool with white loungers and a glass balustrade, overlooking a city skyline and the ocean.

Nuwa at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

Kompannaweediya

RM624

RM839 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

THE DEN 23

Suduwella

RM109

RM129 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A dining area with a view of the sea, featuring round tables, chairs, and a table setting with wine glasses and a plate of food.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a palm tree, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a bed with a tufted headboard, a desk, and a chair.

Taj Samudra

Kompannaweediya

RM265

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

Colombo

RM363

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious lobby with a polished marble floor, several potted plants, and a mix of seating options including chairs and a small table.

The exterior of Shalimar Restaurant with a traditional wooden facade, large glass windows, and a green awning.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a green curtain.

An outdoor patio area with white plastic chairs and tables, two umbrellas, and a brick wall.

Shalimar Hotel

Panchikawatte

RM115

RM136 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Shangri-La Colombo

Kompannaweediya

RM531

RM713 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

Top Elphinstone Theatre Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

Hilton Colombo

8/10 Good

"Excellent property, well maintained! I do feel the prices at the restaurant are a bit too high though!"

Cinnamon Grand Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Great service! The staff is absolutely amazing here, the property also is beautiful and well kept!"

Taj Samudra

10/10 Excellent

"It is a wonderful stay at Taj samudra."

THE DEN 23

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very good and cooperative"

Hilton Colombo Residence

10/10 Excellent

"Very large apartment overlooking the tower. A little older but clean and still good value for money."

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent modern property! A delight to stay here….excellent views of the ocean too. And walking distance to almost everything. The drop off/ pick up arrangements are weird with multiple levels of lobbies but that is the architect’s fault….not the hotel’s. We will definitely be back"

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Był to najlepszy hotel, w którym spaliśmy na Sri Lance. Ma bardzo dobrą relację ceny do jakości, obsługa jest przemiła, pokoje przestronne, a jedzenie jest wybitne, zdecydowanie polecam 👌"

Shalimar Hotel

8/10 Good

"Super friendly and helpful staff. Quiet rooms in the back of hotel. Food and breakfast is good."

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Colombo Lotus Tower

9.4/10 (17 reviews)

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All Saints Church

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

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Grand Mosque of Colombo

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R. Premadasa Stadium

6.4/10 (21 reviews)

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Wolvendaal Church

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Dewatagaha Mosque

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Bally's Casino

7.6/10 (100 reviews)

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Dutch Period Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elphinstone Theatre?

Elphinstone Theatre is located in a culturally rich area of Colombo 10 known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 80 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Elphinstone Theatre?

Adjacent to Elphinstone Theatre, Shalimar Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options close by include THE DEN 23 and Hilton Colombo Residence.

How many hotels are there close to Elphinstone Theatre?

Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Elphinstone Theatre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elphinstone Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Elphinstone Theatre.

What can I see and do near Elphinstone Theatre?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sri Lanka National Museum and Dutch Period Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, High Commission of India and Kotte Rajamaha Viharaya. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Galle Face Green and Diyatha Uyana.

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Our top choices for Elphinstone Theatre hotels

1. Ishq Colombo

2. THE DEN 23

3. De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

4. Shangri-La Colombo

5. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

6. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

7. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

8. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

9. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

10. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

11. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

12. Galle Face Hotel

13. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

14. Zylan Colombo

15. Dutch Heritage Colombo

16. Orion City Hotel

17. Palm Grove

18. Cinnamon Red Colombo

19. Jetwing Colombo Seven

20. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

Compare popular hotels close to Elphinstone Theatre

Hotels recommended for families near Elphinstone Theatre

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Hilton Colombo Residence

Nuwa at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

THE DEN 23

Taj Samudra

Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

Shalimar Hotel

Shangri-La Colombo

Top Elphinstone Theatre Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Colombo

Hilton Colombo

Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Taj Samudra

THE DEN 23

Hilton Colombo Residence

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Shalimar Hotel

Other attractions near Elphinstone Theatre

Colombo Lotus Tower

All Saints Church

Grand Mosque of Colombo

R. Premadasa Stadium

Wolvendaal Church

Dewatagaha Mosque

Bally's Casino

Dutch Period Museum

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