Sousa Residence

Hotels
8.7 (32 reviews)
43D Lauries Road , Bambalapitiya , LK

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Car hire
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Airport drop off
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Service
Great Location
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Weak Amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
There were mentions of mold in the bathroom and issues related to cleanliness, affecting the score.
Service
9.4
Multiple reviews highlight kind and friendly service from the host.
Location
9.4
Positive mentions about the central location across several reviews.
Room Quality
8.4
The rooms were noted as clean and comfortable, although some mentioned age-related wear.
Amenities
7.9
Limited amenities mentioned, with issues concerning weak water flow and no amenities in some cases.
Value for Money
8.4
Generally felt to be reasonable value, but some comments indicated room for improvement.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Not specifically mentioned in reviews, assigned to maintain average.
Overall Experience
9.1
General positive sentiments expressed with the desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:06

Property Description

Prime Location Near Beaches
Stay Down Duplication Road is conveniently located within walking distance to popular beaches like Bambalapitiya and Milagiriya Beach, offering guests easy access to a relaxing day by the sea.

Spacious & Well-Equipped Accommodation
Our air-conditioned rooms come with a balcony and free WiFi, providing guests with comfortable and modern amenities for a pleasant stay in Bambalapitiya.

Convenient Services
Enjoy hassle-free airport transfers and explore the city with our car rental and bicycle rental services, making it easy to discover nearby attractions and landmarks.

To experience comfort and convenience in Bambalapitiya, book your stay at Stay Down Duplication Road today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 32 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 9.1
A
Agnieszka • couple • gb
8
We had a good stay there overall.
Pros:

The place is located about a 30-minute walk to the port, 1 min to the supermarket, and 1 min to the main road. The room is very spacious as is the bathroom. There is a separate entrance to the building (owners live downstairs). There is air conditioning, a fan, a hairdryer, a washing machine, desk to work at as well. The bed was very comfortable and very big. Overall, we enjoyed our stay there.

Cons:

The room is quite dark, however, if you are out during the day, this is not an issue.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
I
Ian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • es
9
Estància curta però agradable
Pros:

La família que ens va acollir va ser encantadora i ens va atendre amb tot el que necessitàvem.
Va ser una estància comòda, tant de bo haver-nos quedat més. La dutxa és tancada. L’habitació és ample i té armari. Tot està net. L’entrada a la casa enganya. Ubicació a uns 30-40min del centre caminant, pero amb tuk-tuk un moment

Cons:

L’únic dolent és que hi havia soroll per la nit del carrer, però bé, era dissabte nit i es va acabar aviat.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
M
Michal • solo_traveller • cz
6
2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Alejandro • couple • es
5
Para pasar una noche y salir pitando
Pros:

Lo que más me gustó fue la ubicación ya que está bastante céntrico.

Cons:

Bastante viejo, moho en el cuarto de baño.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
D
Di • solo_traveller • lk
10
Pros:

"The room was immaculate, and the serene atmosphere made me love it even more."

Cons:

"The wash basin had a gentle water flow, and the tap may need minor maintenance for smoother use."

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
J
jui • solo_traveller • kr
2
Pros:

깔끔한 숙소 내부. 적절한 숙소 위치.

Cons:

스리랑카 2개월 체류하면서 가장 불만족한 숙소.
매우 불친절한 관리자. 모기 방지 전혀 불가능. 수압이 지나치게 약하며 어메니티 제공 없음. 조명 어두움. 저렴한 숙소가 아니지만 현금 결제만 가능함. 낮은 가성비. 재방문 의사 없음.

2025-08-29 • via Nuitee
A
Adwait • couple • in
8
2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
U
Uliana • solo_traveller • ru
10
Рекомендую это место
Pros:

Проживание в одном доме с хозяевами, в отдельной комнате. Все чисто, тихо, уютно. В центре Коломбо. Цена соответствует качеству. Семья дружелюбная. В комнате есть чайник, вода и все необходимое.

2025-08-17 • via Nuitee
R
Roman • couple • pl
8
Ogólnie na plus . Polecamy !!!
Pros:

Doskonała lokalizacja , obok duży market , bary , restauracje, kawiarnie. W pokoju czyściutko , bardzo wygodne łóżko , mocna klimatyzacja , w łazience pralka . Przesympatyczna właścicielka . Oddzielne wejście . Filtrowana woda w pokoju w dzień przyjazdu .

Cons:

Łazienka , grzyb i odpadający tynk , średnio działający kran oraz ciężko działający zamek do drzwi do pokoju
Stary budynek , średnio wyglądający z zewnątrz . W środku jest jednak klimacik utrzymany przez sympatycznych właścicieli

2025-07-25 • via Nuitee
G
Golam Mostofa • solo_traveller • bd
8
Pros:

A clean and comfortable room with everything I needed. The host was very kind and welcoming — they even let me use the washing machine, which was very helpful. I had a great stay and would love to come back again! The location was great.

Cons:

There was an issue with the bathroom tap — the water flow was extremely weak, almost not coming out at all. This needs to be fixed as soon as possible.

2025-07-11 • via Nuitee
A
Anonymous • solo traveller • pk
9
Superb
2025-06-26 • via Nuitee
V
Vinod • young couple • in
10
Very Good Homestay near Bambalapitiya
Pros:

Very good place to stay in Bambalapitiya..around 500meter to the beach and railway station..it is a very good place to watch the costal railways of colombo..and the host Dr Souza was very friendly and helpful..i recommend this stay

2025-06-20 • via Nuitee
H
Hamish • young couple • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Amazing property, the room was so lovely and the bathroom was amazing. Great location also and great hosts!! Would 100% recommend to anyone in Colombo

2025-05-11 • via Nuitee
V
Vitalii • young couple • ua
9
Cozy affordable place with all what you need.
Pros:

We enjoyed the stay from the beginning with friendly owners ready to help and a nice room with all the necessary attributes: cozy lighting, comfy bed, working place, fast 50Mbit wifi, kettle, air conditioner and a great spacious shower room with hot water. There were also a hair drier and a modern washing machine.
Location was also good, close to cafees restaurants, and touristic attractions.
And on the top of that the price was great.

Cons:

There were no soap/shampoo in the bathroom.

2025-05-10 • via Nuitee
C
Clodie • young couple • fr
9
Superb
Pros:

Very spacious room in a great location! The hosts are lovely and always happy to chat.

2025-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Aurora • solo traveller • it
9
Superb
Pros:

The room and the bathroom are spacious and clean. The guesthouse is located in a strategic position, close to marine drive and the main historical sites. I really enjoyed talking to the host family

2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
G
Gunerathne • solo traveller • lk
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The location is calm and quite . Highly recommended .

Cons:

Nothing

2025-04-28 • via Nuitee
I
India • solo traveller • in
9
Superb
2025-04-17 • via Nuitee
T
Tom • solo traveller • gb
9
Superb
2025-03-31 • via Nuitee