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Intimate and friendly , like a private residence
HAVELOCK PLACE BUNGALOW Colombo
AN OASIS OF CALM , Havelock Place Bungalow sits in a leafy residential area of south Colombo . Set in a lovely garden full of tropical foliage , you will find two sleepy colonial bungalows dating back to the 1890s . The buildings are partly inhabited by the Sri Lankan owner , the rest housing seven guest bedrooms , each with en suite bathroom and private courtyard garden , a dining room and an airy lounge with comfy sofas and polished teak floors . A swimming pool separates the two houses , crossed by a bridge . The mango tree that stands proudly through the middle of the walkway canopy is one of the many trees that provide shade as well as habitat to a variety of wildlife . Favourite pastimes at Havelock Place Bungalow include enjoying breakfast or cocktails on the garden terrace , listening to the crickets and the birds , and cooling off with a bowl of the owner ’ s home-made ice-creams and sorbets ( try the delicious cardamom and honey or the juggery if you have a sweet tooth ). The restaurant is a popular place to eat amongst Colombo residents , the cooking being mainly western style and using fresh local ingredients . Havelock Place Bungalow is a friendly , quiet place to stay in Colombo , yet most of the shops and sights are within a 15 minute ride away .
Swimming pool surrounded by tropical foliage at Havelock Place Bungalow
Hotel facts
Location In Colombo 5 , on the southern side of Colombo . Distance from airport About 70 minutes drive away . Local interest Independence Hall , National Museum , Pettah market , shops and shopping centres , close to Barefoot shop on Galle Road . Activities nearby Golf at Royal Colombo Golf Course . Child policy Children accepted . Category Tourist Class .
Facilities at the hotel
Restaurant , Lounge and library , Swimming pool , Jacuzzi , Laundry service , WiFi internet access .
Accommodation
Number of rooms 7 . All on ground floor with air-conditioning , En suite bathroom , private courtyard garden , and complimentary Wifi .
Lounge at Havelock Place Bungalow
HAVELOCK PLACE BUNGALOW EXH1089 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with Sri Lankan London to Colombo return in economy , private car transfers , bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
This hotel is usually included as part of a touring holiday . Prices are available on request .
A historic beachfront hotel near Colombo
MOUNT LAVINIA HOTEL Mount Lavinia
WITH A RICH 200 YEAR HERITAGE as a British Governor ’ s residence and fashionable beach resort , the Mount Lavinia Hotel is an impressive colonial hotel with a white and pale green facade , standing on a rocky promontory overlooking the bay of Galkissa , 12 kilometres south of Central Colombo . The Mount Lavinia Hotel enjoys extensive beach frontage and has a vast terrace with a large swimming pool and terrace bar affording panoramic views of the Colombo skyline and the Indian Ocean . Its 210 bedrooms range from a standard category to a suite , some with private balcony and sea view . Seafood Cove , set on the golden sand of the beach , serves unbeatably fresh fish throughout the week , and the Governor ’ s Restaurant captures authentic colonial and traditional flavours in a charming setting . Other facilities include the lobby bar , CocoSpa , a shopping arcade , yoga classes , gym , and beach volleyball .
Hotel facts
Location On a promontory overlooking the beach at Mount Lavinia , which is a village 12km south of Central Colombo , now part of the city suburbs . Distance from airport About 1.5 hours drive away . Local interest In Colombo , Independence Hall , National Museum , Pettah market , shops and shopping centres . Activities nearby Tennis , Golf at the Royal Colombo Golf Club . Child policy Children of all ages are welcome . Discount on meals . Category Comfortable .
Facilities at the hotel
24-hour Governor ’ s Restaurant , Seafood Cove , Indoor and outdoor bars , Swimming pool ,
Beach volleyball , Shopping arcade , Business centre , Indoor games , Gym , CocoSpa , Yoga Classes , Museum .
Accommodation
Number of rooms 210 . All with Private balcony and sea view , airconditioning , IDD telephone , TV , Hairdryer , Minibar , Tea and coffee-making facility . Colonial Room . With antique furniture and parquet flooring and a choice of shower or bath tub . Ocean View Room . In a modern , neutral style . Direct Ocean View Room . With private balcony and traditional style . Suite . Ocean or direct ocean views . With separate living area , balcony , and spacious bathroom .
Aerial view of Mount Lavinia Hotel
Swimming pool at Mount Lavinia Hotel
MOUNT LAVINIA HOTEL EXH728 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with Sri Lankan London to Colombo return in economy , private car transfers , bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
Price guide per person based on sharing a Colonial room . 7 nights from about £ 1,550
These prices are a guide only and do not take into account any special offers or peak season supplements . The best possible price will be put together for you at the time of enquiry .
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