Buckingham PlacevsCinnamon Grand Colombo
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, Buckingham Place ranks slightly better than Cinnamon Grand Colombo. Buckingham Place scores 83 with recommendations from 3 publications such as Oyster, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Buckingham Place
Wellawathugoda Road, Tangalle 82200, Sri Lanka
From $239/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"The gorgeous, upscale Buckingham Place boutique resort is a peaceful, secluded retreat with Rekawa Beach access and within a wildlife sanctuary." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Buckingham Place really puts its guests first. Hospitality is warm, unfussy and genuine; and the hotel’s first-class facilities include amply spacious rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This gated compound holds a very secluded luxe resort set back from the beach on a slim sandbar." Full review
Cinnamon Grand Colombo
P.O. Box 252, 77 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Upscale
"The 501-room, upscale Cinnamon Grand is a Colombo institution; it is a popular place for weddings and conferences, and has an air of importance and activity." Full review
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Late check-out requests are rarely granted, and beware that taxis through the hotel have higher fares than those on the street.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Colombo’s best large hotel has a central location well back from Galle Rd." Full review