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Swiss food at its best - fondue, spatzli, raclette and more. One of the most exciting gastronomic addresses in Colombo, Chesa Swiss offers its guests pleasant service, a warm ambience and of course great dishes.
Swiss food at its best - fondue, spatzli, raclette and more. One of the most exciting gastronomic addresses in Colombo, Chesa Swiss offers its guests pleasant service, a warm ambience and of course great dishes.
Opening hours: 19:00 to 23:00 Type: Swiss Restaurant * No 3,Deal Place, Colombo 03
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colomboSituated at the Hilton, this restaurant offers traditional Sri Lankan Cuisine (Buffet), where guests can choose from a wide selection of seafood. The dining area with its thatched roof is intricately decorated allowing guests to soak in the warm glow of the lamps and lanterns. Alternatively, diners can also tuck into their meal by the lotus pond outside.
colomboSzechuan cuisine anyone? Located at the Hilton, the Emperor’s Wok allow guests to dig into mouth-watering dishes such as the Dim-Sum, Peking duck, and crispy chicken – Hong Kong style. Visited mainly by those in the upper echelons of Sri Lankan society, this restaurant provides the best in Chinese food delights.
colomboOverlooking the Hilton’s landscaped gardens, this restaurant does not fail where food is concerned. Tickle your taste buds with a great range of Japanese cuisine from Sushi and Sashimi to Tempura and Shabu. Guests are also recommended to try the Oden counter and Teppanyaki corner.
colomboLocated at the Hilton and overlooking the pool, this restaurant is as Italian as it can get. Enjoy pizzas baked in wood fired ovens, home-made pasta and grilled delicacies all in a light and informal setting.
colomboAnother one of Colombo’s Japanese gastronomic addresses, Nihonbashi offers guests great food and pleasant service in sleek and comfortable surroundings. From sushi, sashimi to tempura, they have it all!
colomboLocated at the TransAsia hotel, this charming restaurant offers an unparalleled dining experience for Thai food lovers. Amidst a sleek and intimate setting, guests can choose from 60 mouth-watering dishes. Overall Royal Thai has a great atmosphere, great service and of course great food! Type: Thai Restaurant
colomboDiners can enjoy Japanese food on low tables, in real Japanese style.
colomboTucked away at the Hilton, Spices offers a range of Sri Lankan, Indian and Western specialities. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow guests to enjoy their meal with a view of the fountains and waterfalls outside.
colomboSleek white and blue setting, mouth-watering dishes and soft music in the background-that’s Spoons for you!
colomboA combination of Fusion Cuisine and alfresco dining. Located at the Cinnamon Grand, TAO brings about Zen tranquillity in a contemporary setting giving diners a feel of total relaxation.
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colomboTravelling with kids is no easy task. You need to keep them occupied yet safe. Here are the best places to visit with kids in tow, in Colombo.
colomboSri Kailasanathar Swami Devasthanam with shrines dedicated to Shiva and Ganesh, is the oldest Hindu temple in Colombo. Located behind the Fort Railway Station, this Kovil (Hindu Temple) is devoted to the war god Skanda. It is the starting point for the annual Hindu Vel Festival. Vel is a procession where Vel (trident) chariot is dragged by devotees to the kovils on Galle Rd in Bambalapitiya.
colomboBuilt in the 19th century, with decorations of stone carvings, brass work and paintings, the Gangaramaya Temple also houses a library and a museum. It is run by monks and is located next to Beira Lake.
colomboLocated by the Indian Ocean and along Galle Road, this green grassy area set on 13 acres is where people come to rest and enjoy the beautiful sunset. During the war it was heavily guarded, but now the public are able to walk freely. National and Independence Day events are held here with great gusto and during the kite season, the sky is dotted with colourful kites flying in the sea breeze.
colomboThe Sapumal Foundation houses the studio and art materials of the late Harry Pieris who was one of Sri Lanka’s renowned artists. Paintings of other local artists are also on display here.
colomboThe Natural History Museum is famous for displaying Sri Lanka's flora and fauna in dioramas.
colomboHoused in a 19th century building, this museum displays an interesting collection of manuscripts, antique furniture, sculptures, carvings, china, demon masks and ancient royal regalia. The museum is closed on Fridays and on all public holidays.
colomboStage dramas, painting and photography exhibitions, pottery or some type of workshop or musical can be found going on at the art center. It’s a favourite amongst Colomboites. Open: Monday-Friday 9AM-1PM and 2-4PM. No 18 Guilford Crescent, Colombo 07, Phone: 0094112 695794.
colomboThis museum, housed in a colonial building dating back to the 18th century, showcases material and artefacts from the Dutch colonial rule, such as wood and ivory furniture, documents from the era, maps and photographs of the Dutch in Sri Lanka, and even crockery.
colomboJust 20 minutes away from the city center, Mount Lavinia has perhaps the most beautiful stretch of beach in Colombo. The sunset can be quite a sight!
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colomboSituated in the leafy suburbs of Colombo 7 (Cinnamon Gardens), and away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Tintagel spells sophistication, beauty, and timeless elegance. Formerly a white stately home belonging to three political personalities, Tintagel has now been converted to include 10 impeccably furnished suites, with all the modern amenities, including wireless internet access, spa and even a ‘fashion designer and tailor-on-call’. With Shanth Fernando as the creative brains behind the luxurious décor, Tintagel is truly in a class of its own.
colomboThe tranquillity and serenity of The Havelock Place Bungalow, is hard to beat. Once an old colonial house, the place has now been restored as a beautiful boutique hotel, with rooms retaining the vestiges of a bygone era. Claimed to be the very first boutique hotel in Colombo, HPB also offers the latest in technology with wireless internet access and other comforts such as a pool and Jacuzzi. The restaurant is another impressive addition – the menu is a la carte, and guests can dine indoors or outside in the beautiful gardens. Havelock Place Bungalow is located in Havelock town, a mostly residential area dotted with few commercial companies.
colomboIn addition to being a luxury hotel, Galadari also enjoys the privileged position of being in the heart of Colombo’s business district. Its dining facilities are impressive, with its restaurants serving an eclectic mix of local and international cuisine, all of it halal! Overlooking the Indian Ocean, all 450 rooms are delicately styled offering all the modern amenities. Other facilities in the hotel include a health club, pool, tennis court and a launderette. A place where executives meet, and tourists lull by the pool, this hotel meets international standards in service and quality of experience.
colomboThe Taj Samudra offers the best of the city and the sea. Located in the central hub of Colombo, this luxury hotel offers a range of rooms and restaurants. Standard rooms have views of the sea or the pool while the Presidential suites come with their own dining and dressing rooms. Other facilities in the hotel include a fitness center, a book shop and a swimming pool. Located near Galle Face Green, this swanky hotel offers you elegance, luxury and pure comfort.
colomboOne thing guests can truly enjoy at the Continental are stunning views of the Indian Ocean! All rooms are equipped with modern amenities, with the hotel also offering facilities such as a gym, spa, excellent restaurants and 24 hour room service. This hotel is also a stone’s throw away from some of the more popular shops and restaurants of Colombo. Elegance, luxury and comfort – Continental offers it all.
colomboThe Cinnamon Grand in Colombo is a classy, stylish hotel, with a range of rooms, restaurants and business meeting facilities. Boasting elegant décor and gleaming rooms, guests can enjoy the exquisite comforts the hotel has to offer and delve straight into luxury. Located in the central hub of Colombo, the Cinnamon Grand is popular with tourists and business executives alike.
colomboThis moderately priced hotel is without much hullabaloo, but caters to all your needs and is a stone’s throw away from the beach. All 95 rooms come with IDD telephone and voice-mail facilities, mini fridge and satellite TV. Guests can ask for rooms overlooking the pool or the sea.
colomboSteeped in history, this colonial hotel has rooms overlooking the Galle Face Green on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other. With former guests including Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Yuri Gagarin and former British Prime Minister Edward Heath, this hotel stands grand, offering luxury at its best with warm welcoming rooms and services expected of a star class hotel.
colomboThis guest house offers a warm, homely feeling, with friendly staff and comfortable rooms equipped with internet. GGH is Located in a residential area, just outside the busy town of Colombo. Hotel management arrange tours of the country if you ask.
colomboComfortable, yet modern, this hotel comes with some of the basic amenities required for a pleasant stay. Rooms are equipped with satellite TV, a safe and mini-fridge. Other services in this hotel include a free morning newspaper, wake-up-call as well as 24-Hour Room Service. Individual attention is guaranteed to all guests.