What's it like in Pettah?

Pettah is a neighborhood that travelers like for its seafood restaurants, shopping, and sporting events. Be sure to check out Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque and Pettah Market as part of your Pettah travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pettah, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Pettah.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Pettah?

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What are the top things to see and do in Pettah?

Landmarks in Pettah that you won't want to miss include Dutch Period Museum and Kayman’s Gate Belltower. Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque and Pettah Market are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Pettah include Khan Clock Tower, Bally's Casino, and New Kathiresan Kovil. While you're out sightseeing, Talangama Wetland and St Peter's Church are a couple of additional sights to visit in Colombo.

How can I get around Pettah and the greater Colombo area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Colombo Fort Station.

10 Best Hotels in Pettah, Colombo for 2025

Pettah hotels and places to stay

"The room I booked did not exist. The manager tried to convince me that the room they put me in was the room I booked. I had to contact Expedia to try to resolve the issue which did not happen. They promised to add a $90 credit to my account, I haven't seen that credit yet, but it may be processing. The resort said they would comp me breakfast for the remainder of my stay but that did not cover the charges I should have recouped. "

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

CA $388 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

2 outdoor pools, open 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"The staff is absolutely amazing!"

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 3 - Mar 4

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"I'm a competitive swimmer. This hotel has a 100 meter pool with crystal clear water. I was in heaven. The rooms were awesome. The view from our room was fantastic. The bathrooms are uniquely designed. The only downside was a very limited menu at the restaurant"

CA $212 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 7 - Mar 8

"Service and staff were nice. TV channels did not work for the most part of my stay but it really didn't affect my stay. This may be an area you could improve for other future guests. "

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 28 - Mar 1

"The hotel is a nice discovery and a modern interior with a heritage exterior. Even the parking is underground that takes your car on an elevator. I enjoyed the facilities except a few downs. One is they don’t have an iron in the room, even the one they brought on request didn’t work. The housekeeping was requested to do the cleaning towards the evening but they didn’t show up. We asked for two plates and cutleries, cutleries were clean but the plates looked as if they didn’t wash them....

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

"Friendly and helpfull staff "

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

"Very nice hotel. Thank you."

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

"Hospitality was top notch. They attended our needs before even we mentioned it. Deshani was amazing. "

CA $259 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

"Good "

CA $291 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"Excellent hotel. Great staff. First class gymnasium. Breakfast was great with a huge selection of different foods. "

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

"Very good "

CA $43 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

"I have always loved staying at Galle Face hotel but this time I was a little disappointed The standard seems to have slipped a bit The service was not as good as it was before and the room amenities were not so good. I was also quite disappointed with the breakfast which used to be one of the best. Though the variety was there but not the taste "

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

CA $367 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 27 - Feb 28

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

"The room was spacious. Neat and tidy. Bathroom was clean. Linen were good too. 2 big beds, a working table and a couch. Lots of storage space. The stay was quite comfortable. Walkable distance to Galle Face beach. We did not opt for the Breakfast choice while booking. Upon enquiring at the reception, we were told it costed 4K LKR per head, which we felt is pretty expensive. "

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

"A great place to send vacation and hold special events like wedding, corporate events. "

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

"Excellent work "

CA $44 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 4 - Mar 5

CA $35 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

"Check inn was fast Mr Dimanth was very well professional and helpful."

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

"Everything was great, even better than Amari. However, the pool bar’s food and drinks could be improved, as they weren’t very tasty."

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 23 - Mar 24

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Where to stay in Pettah

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Wellawatte

4/5(12 area reviews)

You'll appreciate the beaches during your time in Wellawatte and you might want to plan a stop by Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Marino Mall while you're in the area.

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Pettah Travel Info

Location	Colombo, Sri Lanka
Similar neighborhoods	Colombo 03, Bambalapitiya and Colombo 06
Number of hotels	1,077
Known landmarks	Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Sri Lanka National Museum and High Commission of India