Experience Colombo like a local

The accomodation was fine. Everything was in working order and bed was comfortable. Nice view from top of steps at end of drive.

Long way to walk from taxi drop off/ pick up and nearly impossible to drag suitcases down the path to the accommodation as it was rocky and unmade. If you arrive, like us without a meal or provisions it is 150 uneven steps in the dark to get to a shop or eatery. Bring a torch, easy to carry baggage and be prepared for climbing!

The apartment occupied the whole level 4. It was unusually spacious with a high ceiling over the dining table, a lounge chair and a couple of chairs around a small coffee table. Plenty of space to spread out. The kitchenette was equipped with a microwave, air fryer and a large fridge. The two bathrooms/toilets were well-equipped with toiletries.

There was an overpowering smell of camphor/moth balls in the apartment, our clothes smelled of camphor afterwards. The sensor lights outside different corners of the apartment came on and off intermittently all night, fortunately I brought my eye mask with me, otherwise I would not be able to sleep. We were hoping to use the washing machine before we flew home, unfortunately the washing machine was on a different level (level 6) to the house (accessible only by lift) and it was locked behind some gates and only the manager had the keys to open the gates. When we contacted the host who was in the US, she advised us that we could give our clothes to the worker behind the gates for them to wash. We decided not to bother.

very privacy, comfort, nearby and value for money. The is added value service given such as one way to pick up/drop off to airport. My additional request was taken care. The space big enough for my own stay. For sure will book again for my next visit here.

Our host Sharmalee was very kind and helpful, always well reachable. The accommodation was comfortable and clean and spacious enough for 3 people. Tuktuks were always quick available to get us everywhere we wanted.

It was not too bad because outside temperature was high but we had no option for a hot shower. If this is important for you, ask in advance if it works. And the smell of some cleaning product was very intense. A possibility to cook small menus would be great.