Otha Shy Airport Transit Hotel

Hotels
7.6 (712 reviews)
No. 278/A, Minuwangoda Road, Naikanda , Katunayake , LK

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Airport shuttle
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Noise issues
Dirty room
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
6.6
Some reviews mention dirty rooms and ants.
Service
8.6
Friendly staff and assistance with transfers, although there were some issues.
Location
9.1
Convenient location near the airport, highly appreciated by guests.
Room Quality
6.6
Rooms were basic and some complaints about noise.
Amenities
7.1
Basic amenities available; some positive mentions about transfers and water in rooms.
Value for Money
7.1
Some guests felt prices were unreasonable for quality offered.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Nearby restaurant received good mentions, but limited food offerings at the hotel.
Overall Experience
8.1
Guests found the hotel satisfactory for layovers despite some limitations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and convenience at Otha Shy Airport Hotel in Katunayaka. Enjoy free WiFi and private parking during your stay. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV, seating area, and a private bathroom.

Convenient Location
Located just 1 km from Bandaranaike Airport, our hotel is the perfect choice for travelers. Explore Colombo, only 30 km away, or visit Negombo just 7 km from the property.

Modern Amenities
Relax and unwind with our range of modern amenities. Whether you're here for business or leisure, Otha Shy Airport Hotel ensures a pleasant stay.

Book now for a memorable experience at Otha Shy Airport Hotel!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 712 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 6.6
Amenities: 7.1
Value for Money: 7.1
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Paramalingam • extended_group • gb
1
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
8
Convenient location to airport. overall excellent value for money, friendly staff and good rooms
Pros:

Proximity to airport

Cons:

Air con could be upgraded for a more comfy sleep. A bathroom mat would prevent slipping but overall excellent value for money and good rooms

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • gb
4
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Milan • couple • cz
1
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
永井 • couple • jp
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Gita • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location near airport, staff very friendly, very clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • gb
3
Great location
Pros:

Very good location and the staff were lovely. Arranged us an airport transfer in the middle of the night.

Cons:

There were a lot of bugs in and around the rooms, we had to ask to change rooms because of a very large cockroach that crawled across the bed. Staff were very helpful, I think it is just the area that it is in with an empty space next to the hotel

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Philippe • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Très bien pour une nuit en transit, proche de l'aéroport.
Les photos ne reflètent pas l'hôtel. (Surtout la partie restaurant)
Ne pas s'attarder si vous n'avez pas d'avion à prendre.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • se
6
Pros:

Close to the airport. Nice staff.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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André • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Prima om nacht voor vlucht te verblijven
Heerlijke kamer met echt hele fijne bedden en lekkere douche

Cons:

Aan drukke weg dus wil je wat gaan eten: neem echt een tuktuk

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Michał • couple • pl
8
Nice hotel for a short stay
Pros:

Great location,close to airport

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Navaneetharajah • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Location of the property next to Airport.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Shanita • solo_traveller • gb
4
Good for a night's stay
Pros:

I checked in very late and the hotel owners stayed up for me which was very kind of them. The location to the airport is great and they will organise a taxi for you if needed

Cons:

I booked 2 nights and left after one as the bathroom had quite a bit of mould and it started closing my chest. Didn't sleep much. The owners offered to move me to another room the next morning, but I declined and booked another hotel. They have promised to sort out the mould however I do wonder if this is common in Sri Lanka.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Carina • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Das Frühstück war atemberaubend. Das Personal unglaublich freundlich.

Cons:

In der Nacht gab es kein Strom, aufgrund eines Stromausfalles

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • fr
8
Idéal en début ou fin de séjour
Pros:

Ouvert 24/7.
Personnel accueillant et arrangeant.
Chambre spacieuse et climatisée.
Belle terrasse devant notre chambre à l'étage.
5 min de l'aéroport en tuc tuc ou navette de l'hôtel.
Restaurant à 2 min à pied.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

The staff was lovely, room was clean, and the location close to the airport was ideal. The reception can organize your airport transfer for a fixed fee.

Cons:

A little damp, like many places

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Close to airport, friendly staff

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Michal • solo_traveller • cz
8
Pros:

Tranzitní hotel blízko letiště

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Cédric • family_with_children • ae
6
Just enough but convenient
Pros:

Hotel is well located near the airport

Cons:

The hotel is just on a busy road with a lot of noise . Rooms are just enough. Bit of humidity smell inside
No breakfast but there is a restaurant near by

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Djamel • solo_traveller • fr
7
Juste pour une nuit en arrivée tardive
Pros:

Proche de l’aéroport 25 mn à pied

Cons:

Trop chère par rapport au Sri Lanka

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee