The Den 23

Hotels
9 (1881 reviews)
No: 23 Norris Canal Road , Maradana , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Kind staff
Comfortable amenities
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Noise issues
Cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Mention of cleanliness issues and strong cleaning scents.
Service
9.75
Consistently positive remarks on helpful and kind staff.
Location
9.25
Good central location, quiet yet accessible.
Room Quality
8.25
Comfortable amenities but with noise issues from surroundings.
Amenities
9.25
Highlighting the beautiful rooftop and general comfort.
Value for Money
8.75
Good pricing mentioned, but some currency concerns.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Highly positive feedback on food quality at the rooftop restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall very good experience with minimal complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:57

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation:
The Den 23, located in Maradana, offers a luxurious stay just 2.8 km from Galle Face Beach. With a shared lounge, free private parking, and a terrace, guests can unwind in style.

Delicious Dining Options:
Indulge in a variety of dining options at the on-site restaurant. Whether you prefer à la carte, continental, or Asian cuisine, the daily breakfast has something for everyone.

Exciting Activities:
For those looking for adventure, the hotel offers darts and is close to popular attractions like Colombo Town Hall and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple. Explore the area by cycling and create unforgettable memories during your stay.

Book your stay at The Den 23 now and experience luxury and comfort in the heart of Maradana.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1881 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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David solo_traveller de
10
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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valentine couple fr
9
Nous recommandons globalement cet hôtel !
Pros:

La chambre est grande, la salle de bain est moderne et il y a un balcon privatif. Le rooftop est un vrai plus. La clim et la wifi fonctionnent très bien. Le personnel est serviable et le rapport qualité prix est bon.

Cons:

L’hôtel en lui même manque de modernité. Nous avons attendus très longtemps le petit déjeuner. Il est un peu loin du centre ville. Mais pas de gros point négatif.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Karinsme solo_traveller my
8
Pros:

The open air restaurant is a lovely place to eat and drink. The Sri Lankan breakfast is fantastic, so delicious.
There was a fridge outside our room that we could use, which was great to keep our beers cold

Cons:

The location is quite a distance from anything interesting.
Our room was smaller than I expected. The balcony was not really a balcony you can sit on, more like a window that you can open, so we of course never used it.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple gb
7
great choice for a brief stay
Pros:

Is a great budget option and the food is better than you would expect! No frills but cannot complain given the price

Cons:

room had a funny moth ball smell but they moved us to a different floor without any hesitation

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
G
Guy couple gb
9
Pros:

Very spacious rooms with comfy beds. Very attentive staff members and great breakfast!

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Kamila couple pl
10
Super hotel na przystanek w Kolombo
Pros:

Czyste pokoje, super lokalizacja oraz bardzo miła obsługa. Polecam 😊

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Brooke solo_traveller au
10
Incredible service and great accommodation
Pros:

The staff were so friendly and accompanying. There’s a lift so luggage isn’t a problem, the rooms are clean and spacious and it’s in a prime location. You are also next to a store so buying water or essentials is easy. Honestly one of the best stays in Colombo!!

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Claudiu solo_traveller at
7
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Lea solo_traveller de
10
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Ivan couple it
8
Pros:

Position and rooftop

Cons:

Expensive breakfast

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Les & Heidi couple gb
9
Overnight stop
Pros:

Convenient walk to lotus tower.
Only an hour from the airport.
Upstairs restaurant was open air

Cons:

We would have liked a fridge but we were fine

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Matteo couple it
8
Bellissimo rooftop a Colombo
Pros:

Pulizia e ristorante sul rooftop buono e con una bellissima vista

Cons:

Sevizio a colazione un po’ lento

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Nina couple at
4
Not as Good as the Reviews Suggest
Pros:

We booked the hotel for one night and arrived late in the evening from the airport. We got a friendly welcome with a welcome drink and our luggage was brought to the room, which was nice.

The staff was friendly, and we could leave our luggage there and also eat our own food on the rooftop terrace, which was good.

Cons:

The hotel already looked a bit old when we entered, and this feeling continued in the room. Unfortunately, the bathroom was not clean and the shower drain was blocked. Also, the bed sheets had some stains.

The hotel is very noisy. You can hear when someone in the next room opens the blinds or when people walk in the stairway. The bed itself is comfortable, but also quite worn out and makes noise with every movement. Because of this, it was hard to sleep well for two people.

Maybe we were just unlucky with this room. If it was not so late at night, we would have asked for another room.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Michelle couple de
9
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Santrupta couple in
10
Pros:

Snuck in a quiet corner, quite conveniently next to a convenience store! Small but really clean room, nice food at the rooftop restaurant.

Cons:

Nothing as such

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Pasan Jeewantha couple lk
9
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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kritsana couple nl
10
Pros:

Prima hotel, prijs kwaliteit verhouding zeer goed!

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Mikhail couple ru
8
Хороший вариант для вновь прибывших в Шри-Ланку, отдохнуть с дороги перед поездкой дальше по острову
Pros:

Место хорошее, тихое. Кондиционер работает хорошо. Большая ванная комната с окном. Есть балкончик. Хорошее кафе на крыше отеля. Дружелюбный персонал.

Cons:

Скрипучая кровать.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Naoko couple jp
10
最高
Pros:

スタッフ皆さんにこやかで、困っていることがあれば積極的に助けてくれます。
なんといってもバルコニーが素敵で屋上からの景色を見ながら無料のコーヒー紅茶を頂けます。
部屋も綺麗でシャワーの温度、水圧も十分です。

2階の廊下に体重計があり、空港に行く前に荷物の重さが測れるのも助かりました。

Cons:

頑張って探してもないと思います!

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
P
Phillip couple au
10
It was a great place to stay at a great price.
Pros:

Very good location and lovely staff. The food at the restaurant was also delicious.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee