🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
Cinnamon Red
📍 Cinnamon Lakeside Commercial Complex, No.117, Sir Chittampalam A Gardinar Mawatha, Colombo 02,, Colombo 02, 0200
tu estancia — Cinnamon Red
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La propiedad — Cinnamon Red
Cinnamon Red is a sleek, no-nonsense mid-rise in Colombo’s business district, built for light sleepers and efficient travellers. The lobby is all grey marble and fast check-in kiosks, with a free-flowing coffee station and a rooftop infinity pool that gives you a fighter pilot’s view of the Galle Face Green and the Indian Ocean. It suits short-stay business visitors or solo explorers who want a clean, quiet base with zero fluff — think Ibis meets boutique.
Crónicas de Colombo
Colombo was a small port known to Arab and Chinese traders long before the Portuguese landed in the 1500s, then fortified it as a colonial foothold. The Dutch took over in the 1600s, leaving walled bastions and canals; the British built the modern grid of what is now the Pettah bazaar district, the harbour, and the wide coastal road. Independence in 1948 brought a free trade zone and a population boom, but the 26-year civil war (1983-2009) stopped tourism dead. Today, Colombo is a gritty, fast-gentrifying metro of high-rise condos, food-truck parks, and endless traffic jams, where old Moorish shop-houses sit next to neon-lit shopping malls.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Colombo →Los mejores meses
December and January deliver blue skies without the monsoon, and the sea breeze keeps humidity bearable. March is also good, just before the heat peaks.
Peak / Festival Surge
April is the hottest month plus the Sinhala and Tamil New Year (13-14 April), when whole Colombo shuts down. Locals travel, so prices spike 20-25% at Cinnamon Red; book three months ahead. The Independence Day parade (4 February) also fills rooms.
La temporada del hombro
February and March offer lower room rates (often 15-20% off peak) and still decent weather, though the humidity builds. September is a sweet spot: the southwest monsoon is fading, crowds are thin.
Tiempo y embalaje
Colombo is hot and sticky all year, with the humidity rarely falling below 70%. Pack two light linen shirts per day, a microfiber travel towel, and a compact umbrella — a sudden squall can hit any afternoon even in the dry season.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Colombo
- The offshore wind has cleared, so the Galle Face Green kite festival is back on weekends; watch for kites tangling with tuk-tuks.
- The new elevated highway from the airport now cuts the drive to the hotel to about 40 minutes, but expect tolls around LKR 700.
- The old Dutch hospital precinct has reopened its courtyard food court; try the crab curry at Ministry of Crab but book a week ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cinnamon Red, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor on the side facing the Lake, away from Sir Chittampalam A Gardinar Mawatha. Floors 8–12 offer quieter conditions and better views, avoiding street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 2–4 facing the main road, or near the lift and service areas. Street noise from the busy Mawatha is loud, and lower floors pick up traffic and break-in activity.
Best views
Request a lake-view room on the northern side for a decent outlook over Beira Lake. The southern/eastern sides face the road and commercial buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 7–12 are quieter as they rise above both street noise and the hotel's own public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a major Colombo artery — expect constant vehicle noise, horns, and three-wheelers on lower floors. There's also a commercial complex next door with delivery trucks and a bar/restaurant that can be loud at night.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm to secure a high-floor room without waiting. If parking, use the Cinnamon Lakeside complex lot — it's shared with the hotel but can fill up on weekends; arrive early.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalaciones hoteleras — Cinnamon Red
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, speeds ~20 Mbps download, no login constraints (no voucher required)
Two elevators serving all 9 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper access via PressReader on in-room tablets; no physical newspapers delivered. No notable building heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 07:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate; after 18:00 charged full night
Complimentary luggage storage at the concierge desk for day-of-arrival or post-check-out, no charge for up to 24 hours
Step-free entry at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible lift and one accessible guest room on floor 2; no ramps to rooftop pool area
On-site open-air car park free for guests (limited spaces, first-come-first-served). Nearest public car park is 'BMC Car Park' on Galle Face Terrace, LKR 100 per hour (24/7). No EV charging stations
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or tourist tax; 10% service charge and 15.38% government tax included in quoted rates)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require no deposit, but a credit card hold of LKR 5,000 per night for incidentals is made at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Place of worship: Chabad House (359 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Gangaramaya Temple (618 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Ceylon Pentecostal Mission - Colpetty (727 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Gangarama Sima Malaka (769 m · ~10 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Colombo City Center — 809 m · ~10 min walk
Vihara Maha Devi Park — 552 m · ~7 min walk
National Museum of Natural History — 520 m · ~7 min walk
Bishop's College Auditorium — 572 m · ~7 min walk
Jumbo Kiddies Park — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
BOC — 315 m · ~4 min walk
Healthguard — 337 m · ~4 min walk
S G T C — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Kollupitiya — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Sri Lankan Rupee, LKR
Use bank ATMs in Colombo for the best rates; avoid airport exchange counters and tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in hotels and restaurants; contactless is common but smaller shops prefer cash.
Optional but appreciated: 10% at restaurants if no service charge, round up taxi fares, small tip for hotel porters (100–200 LKR).
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Street-side kiosks sell plain black tea or coffee for about 30–50 LKR.
Local rice-and-curry plate from a small eatery costs around 300–500 LKR.
A main dish at a modest restaurant runs 500–800 LKR.
Pettah Market area and Galle Face Green have stalls with kottu roti, string hoppers, and samosas from 100–300 LKR.
Supermarkets such as Keells, Cargills, and Lanka Sathosa are common in Colombo 02.
Pettah Market area offers affordable clothing; ODEL and House of Fashion have mid-range options in the city.
Local buses (e.g., route 100/102 from Fort) cost about 20–50 LKR per trip; airport bus (route 187 from Pettah) to Colombo costs around 100 LKR.
Eat at local rice-and-curry joints instead of tourist restaurants; use tuk-tuks only after agreeing a fare (start 100–150 LKR for short trips); buy bottled water from supermarkets (50 LKR) rather than hotels.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Colombo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Cinnamon Red
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BOC — 315 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Healthguard — 337 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Airport/Anywhere in Colombo → Marino Beach Colombo Hotel
💡 Budget-friendly local option. Negotiate fare before boarding or use Tuk Tuk app. Fun cultural experience, not fastest option.
Colombo Fort Railway Station → Colombo Fort Station (near hotel)
💡 Most authentic local experience. First class compartments worth the upgrade. Scenic coastal views on evening rides.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) → Marino Beach Colombo Hotel
💡 Pre-arrange through hotel or use Uber app for fixed rates. Avoid unmarked taxis at airport.
Colombo Fort Station/City Center → Galle Face Green near Marino Beach
💡 Air-conditioned intercity buses more comfortable. Use Google Maps to track routes. Beware of pickpockets during rush hours.
Sobre Colombo
Wikipedia ↗
Colombo ( kə-LUM-boh; Sinhala: කොළඹ, romanised: Koḷam̆ba, IPA: [ˈkoləᵐbə]; Tamil: கொழும்பு, romanised: Koḻumpu, IPA: [koɻumbɯ]) is Sri Lanka's executive and judicial capital, as well as the country's most populous city. It is also the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination. The Col...
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Cinnamon Red?
Request a high floor on the side facing the Lake, away from Sir Chittampalam A Gardinar Mawatha. Floors 8–12 offer quieter conditions and better views, avoiding street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cinnamon Red?
Avoid rooms on floors 2–4 facing the main road, or near the lift and service areas. Street noise from the busy Mawatha is loud, and lower floors pick up traffic and break-in activity.
Is Cinnamon Red noisy?
The hotel sits on a major Colombo artery — expect constant vehicle noise, horns, and three-wheelers on lower floors. There's also a commercial complex next door with delivery trucks and a bar/restaurant that can be loud at night.
Which rooms have the best views at Cinnamon Red?
Request a lake-view room on the northern side for a decent outlook over Beira Lake. The southern/eastern sides face the road and commercial buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Cinnamon Red?
Check in after 2pm to secure a high-floor room without waiting. If parking, use the Cinnamon Lakeside complex lot — it's shared with the hotel but can fill up on weekends; arrive early.
What time is check-in at Cinnamon Red?
Check-in at Cinnamon Red is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cinnamon Red have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, speeds ~20 Mbps download, no login constraints (no voucher required)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cinnamon Red?
None (no separate city or tourist tax; 10% service charge and 15.38% government tax included in quoted rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Cinnamon Red?
Local rice-and-curry plate from a small eatery costs around 300–500 LKR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cinnamon Red?
Local buses (e.g., route 100/102 from Fort) cost about 20–50 LKR per trip; airport bus (route 187 from Pettah) to Colombo costs around 100 LKR.
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
December and January deliver blue skies without the monsoon, and the sea breeze keeps humidity bearable. March is also good, just before the heat peaks.
Principales atracciones en Colombo
💡 Go in the morning (8-10am) before the heat and crowds peak. Don't take photos without asking — some vendors get annoyed. The Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque) on 2nd Cross Street is worth a look from outside; non-Muslims can't enter but the architecture is striking.
💡 Best early morning (6-8am) before the heat hits. Avoid weekends when it gets crowded with young couples and families. The old banyan trees near the east gate make good shade for reading.
💡 Go at dusk for the street food stalls. Try the isso vade (prawn fritters) from the carts near the sea wall. Best spot for photos is the south end where the old cannon sits.
💡 Entry is 500 LKR (foreign). Dress respectfully (cover shoulders and knees). The Seema Malaka meditation centre on the lake nearby is free and often overlooked — walk the boardwalk for a peaceful view of Beira Lake.
💡 Entry is 1200 LKR for foreign adults — cheap by museum standards. Go on the last Saturday of the month for free entry. Allow 2 hours. The natural history wing next door is also included in the ticket.