YWCA International Guest HousevsMount Lavinia Hotel
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mount Lavinia Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to YWCA International Guest House. Mount Lavinia Hotel scores 76 with recommendations from 3 sources including Lonely Planet, oyster.com and Afar Magazine.
YWCA International Guest House
393 Colvin R. De SIlva Mw (Union Palace), Colombo, Sri Lanka
From $0/night
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Of the several Ys offering budget accommodation in Colombo, this is easily our favourite." Full review
Mount Lavinia Hotel
100 Hotel Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10732, Sri Lanka
From $105/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"This colonial artifact overlooks the turquoise Indian Ocean and the Coast Line train that runs along it." Full review
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Trainspotters should request a room at the hotel’s north end to score a balcony with views of the ocean and the tracks.
Oyster
Upscale
"This 226-room colonial hotel near Sri Lanka's capital -- named for a governor's mistress -- is oozing with history dating back to British rule in the 19th century." Full review
Lonely Planet
"There’s a private sandy beach and a beautifully positioned pool and terrace." Full review