The Kingsbury Colombo

Having looked at mixed reviews at the Kingsbury I was a little apprehensive about our 2 nights stay, but honestly it was lovely. We could not have been looked after better, the staff were all amazing. Breakfasts were amazing - loads of choice between Sri Lankan (give it a try!), Indian, Continental and English. The public areas (reception, restaurants, pool and an amazing cake/coffee shop) were all quite plush. Popular choice for wedding venue so lots of beautiful ladies in their sari's to admire. The beds were amazingly comfortable and it is in a really good location opposite the Dutch Hospital which now houses lots of trendy little restaurants, boutiques and live music. Also within walking distance to One Galle Place which is a big plush new shopping mall.

Spent a memorable stay at Kingsbury. The staff were amazing, from check in to check out. Special thanks to Manjula, the Concierge for his friendly approach. Nothing was too much for him. Only negative point which I believe has nothing to do with the hotel: I took a taxi there for city tour and asked the taxi driver to bring me to buy a sim card since I would spend 1 week over Sri Lanka. He brought me to a local shop where I purchased unlimited data and the sim. Didn't use the data since I used the wifi of the hotel when back from the trip. However while leaving the hotel the next day for Hikkaduwa I put the data on but was surprised when I was informed by message that no data was available and I needed to top up. Have I been scammed by the local shop? Apart from that, the stay at Kingsbury was great.

As always, The Kingsbury lived up to its reputation as a first class hotel, worthy of the five star ranking. All the staff work hard to give their guests an enjoyable and memorable visit, they are professional, friendly and helpful. The staff in the restaurant are outstanding as they prepare and serve delicious food. Breakfast especially is plentiful and delicious, I only wish that I could cook an omelette as tasty as their chefs! It's so relaxing to spend a lazy afternoon in the shade at the side of the pool and two cocktails for the price of one is an added bonus, also the rooftop bar is a lovely setting for a last drink before bedtime. If we ever return to Sri Lanka I would have no hesitation in booking another return visit to The Kingsbury.

Overall good, calm and clean

I booked suite with club lounge access which was great and spacious. Everything was good, excellent hotel, friendly staff, good and various breakfast of all tastes, amazing room, comfortable place to stay with family or alone. Good location as you can walk to the direction of Colombo centre where you can find some nice restaurants and cafes and central railway station. Or you walk to the other direction to Galle Face Green and One Galle Face Mall. Good facilities, restaurants, cafes, and swimming area. Flexible check-in and out times when available which is great.