The Ocean Colombo - Guaranteed Sea View Rooms

Hotels
7.8 (637 reviews)
No 40, Melbourne Avenue, On Marine Drive, Colombo 4 , Colombo , LK
+94 117 110 100

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Cons:
Needs cleaning
Breakfast improvement needed
Facilities outdated

Categories

Cleanliness
6.69
The hotel needs a deep clean; there were a lot of dust and the floors were dirty.
Service
8.66
The staff were friendly and accommodating, creating a comfortable atmosphere.
Location
9.2
Exceptional location with a great view from the hotel.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms are comfortable but feel slightly outdated.
Amenities
7.18
Facilities need to improve to compete with other hotels in the location.
Value for Money
8.14
Good value for a hotel of this standard, especially for one night.
Food and Beverage
6.69
Breakfast menu could be improved with more international options.
Overall Experience
8.16
Overall a decent stay with a few areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:33

Property Description

Spectacular Ocean Views:
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from every guest room at The Ocean Colombo, providing a serene backdrop to your stay along Marine Drive.

Modern Amenities:
Experience comfort and convenience with air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary WiFi. The hotel also offers free parking, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Exceptional Services:
From a 24-hour front desk to a business center and in-house restaurant serving delicious Sri Lankan cuisine, The Ocean Colombo caters to all your needs with warmth and efficiency.

Book your stay at The Ocean Colombo now to indulge in luxury by the sea.

Important information:

Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 637 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.69
Service: 8.66
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 7.18
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 6.69
Overall Experience: 8.16
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sinniah • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Alok • family_with_children • ae
10
Centrally located. Friendly staff.
Pros:

Centrally located

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Artigalage • couple • lk
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Excursion50719800665 • Family
8
Good experience good hotel
Pros:

I lived the atmosphere and the rooms are good with a ocean view . Staffs were very good value is good and toilet and room was clean but molds were there on the wall..but my kids were upset as there were no more good tv channels . Shops and restaurants are near.there was a ac but it was not working properly . Other than that this was a good hotel.

2026-08-06 • via Tripadvisor
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Madushika • couple • lk
10
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and comfortable,
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Thanaratna • couple • no
2
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Dr. Sabbir • solo_traveller • bd
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Reith • couple • mv
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Kumarasritharan • couple • gb
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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nirok2026 • Family
2
Do not recommend this hotel!
Pros:

Appalling service! I visited with my wife and 2 little ones and I asked them to help me with unloading the luggages (10 suitcases) from the taxi. No one helped us and the staff were useless, not wanting to help. Baggage’s were left on the road whilst my wife was looking after the kids and I had to take one by one.

2026-07-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Ramesh • solo_traveller • in
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Lucky • extended_group • au
10
We had a very pleasant stay
Pros:

Proximity to the city and amenities

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Dewni • couple • lk
1
Not happy
Pros:

The view of the room

Cons:

The supervisor unlocked our room door at midnight without warning. This was very disturbing and made us feel uncomfortable. We could not sleep for the rest of the night because of this. The next day, we told the receptionist, but she did not take our complaint seriously, which was very disappointing.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed Sunie • extended_group • mv
10
Pros:

I love the view, and the massage from the spa was excellent. Love the cleanliness of the room. I wanted to try the food, but I was not able to since I had to leave a bit earlier than I was supposed to. Hope to visit again soon.

Cons:

There is nothing to mention. But the back view was not so good. The hotel can't do anything about it. But it was not bad too. enjoyed all of it.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Hazry • couple • lk
9
Great place
Pros:

Peaceful & the staff were friendly.very easy access from mail road.Check in & check out was fast & convenient.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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varanavasir • Couples • Erode, Erode District, Tamil Nadu
8
A hotel with good view. view of the sea and the railway line adjacent to the seaside
Pros:

This is small unique hotel on the marine with a good view of the see and some trains going below the hotel. The staff for friendly and no issues. We had a good and delicious dinner yesterday night. The morning breakfast is also very nice. I am fully satisfied with the hotel

2026-06-05 • via Tripadvisor
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Rathishkumar • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Aminath Thooba • extended_group • mv
6
Pros:

Nice view

Cons:

Old dated need an upgrade

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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464hampih • Friends getaway
10
Great Sea View & Perfect Location
Pros:

Stayed at The Ocean Colombo during our Sri Lanka trip and honestly the location was one of the best parts. The sea view from the room was beautiful, and the hotel is very convenient for shopping, restaurants and nightlife

The staff were friendly and the stay was comfortable overall. Rooms were spacious and the view made the experience relaxing after long days outside.

Some areas of the hotel could use a little modernization and maintenance, but for the price and location, it was definitely good value for money.

Would recommend for travelers who want a sea view stay in a central Colombo location without spending too much.

2026-05-24 • via Tripadvisor
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vida • solo_traveller • il
7
Pros:

חדר עצום
מזגן מעולה
החדר מאובזר בנוחות

Cons:

חוסר בשירות

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee