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Reviews of The Ocean Colombo This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

No 40, Melbourne Avenue, On Marine Drive, Colombo 4, 00400 Colombo, Sri Lanka

#67 of 110 hotels in Colombo

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 485 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    7.3

  • Free Wifi

    5.8

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  • Reviewed: January 20, 2025

    6.0
    Good place but poorly managed
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Most of the fittings are broken like shower head sink

    Room was spaciuos

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn't find the staff in the dining area very friendly and warm.

    The location is fantastic and offers great views of the ocean and passing trains from the room. The rooms were clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    See above

    Nice suite little dated and run down, the hotel is tired. Needs work on updating urgently.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2024

    6.0
    Not so good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night

    The view was amazing but the room was not well maintained.

    The room was not well organized. The door lock was broken. Bathroom hanger was broken. The light were not good.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2024

    7.0
    Good for a night!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Definitely 3 star. Tired rooms. Roach on stairs.

    Location was great and the family room was huge. Shower was nice and big and hot.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2024

    8.0
    Memmorable stay during the christmas season
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing special

    We have stayed room number 706 so absolutely oceans view also in the restaurant service given by Ms dalsi absolutely awesome also soo many varieties in the breakfast so we are looking forward to you

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2024

    6.0
    Nice views. Unclean rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super loud music until midnight shakes the room each night even during week days.

    Great view, good sized rooms

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2024

    8.0
    Relaxed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverages and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s good

    It’s in a nice location and stuff were good especially Khan in the reception was excellent and very kind.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2024

    8.0
    Fine for a night or 2 in Colombo, staff are lovely and beds very comfy with great sea views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom drains I think were in bad shape and smelt awful. There was a lot of noise in the morning from a function the hotel was hosting which could be heard from my room (quite high up). The rooftop bar needs a little refurb, for example the tables along the side were slanted so you had to hold your drinks to stop them tilting over. Of course we could have moved but we wanted to see the view

    Location right on the seafront was cool and about 30mins from the airport. The room was large however the bathroom smelt really bad, luckily was only there for 1 night. The staff were very friendly and welcoming however and helped us find a driver who we ended up relying on for the whole week! The staff at rooftop bar were also very friendly and attentive

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it was quite expensive though and we could see that it used to be quite luxurious and now you could tell the years has past. there are also very few electrical plugs in the room and all of them located in one corner.

    we were stunned by the view over the ocean and it was nice to have a bathtub which costs a little extra. the staff was super friendly and helpful. it was perfect to read a book in the comfortable chairs and have a great view on the ocean

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room with Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverages and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This was sea view so I like it. The location is perfect for a tourist. The staffs were well behaved.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    7.0
    Overall, was fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverages and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Basic spread, mostly asian

    Not much

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2024

    8.0
    very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverages and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    no own taxi

    cooperation, break fast specially mrs Delsi

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2024

    6.0
    Nice but can be improved
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The receptionist who was there on the 13 June ( early morning) was extremely rude, he was asleep when i went downstairs to check out around 5am, appeared to be annoyed to have dealt with me. The wash basin in the bathroom was blocked and had a bad smell.

    Location and the views were amazing. There was a staff member at the restaurant, a lady who was very considerate and provided excellent service.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Floor not maintained properly

    Room was in a good location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Twin Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The front desk should improve

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverages and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hotel Ocean Colombo offers a comfortable stay with a good breakfast and friendly staff, particularly Dulsi, who stands out for excellent service. However, some guests may find the bed and room size to be quite small.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    6.0
    Should improve the facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Power went twice and both occasions Maintenance team had to attend to fix the circuits. It was annoying they had to come mid way to our room and had to stay awake+leave the door open mid night to fix the AC & restore room’s electricity. It took about 1 hour to fix the circuit breakers.

    Nice view, comfortable beds.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2024

    7.0
    Good sea view room & good for short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Towel was not provided by the time we checked in and we had to call and had to wait 20 mins to receive a towel also had to call many times to reception for the same.

    The sea view was amazing from the room especially by sunset. food was delicious. friendly staff especially Bell boy Samatha was outstanding at his service.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Twin Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room and view also breakfast and staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    8.0
    nice hotel for 1-2 nights, nearby there is a food city shop, good hotel service, not bad breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night

    windows are dirty, bad service at rooftop bar

    good location, 24/7 reception, good rooms for affordable price, great view from the windows

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Twin Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night

    It smelled like old water from the shower and I saw personnel put a few aromatic sprays to hide the smell - so the hotel is aware of the problem...

    Viewwww! Also very spacious room with huge bed and enough space to wander around haha

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    6.0
    Nice and peaceful area. short drive to the center
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Ocean View - Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverage and 10% discount on Spa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel requires little bit more maintenance

    The view from the room is unbeatable

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect room for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Early Check-in at 11 AM & Late Check-out at 2 PM (on Availability), 15% Discount on Food & Beverages and 10% Discount on Spa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Is slightly dated.

    Gave us exactly what we needed for the one night stay. Staff were really friendly and when we arrived after 3 hours travelling we was welcomed with a lovely fresh fruit welcome drink.

    Stayed in February 2024

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