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Our top choices for Independence Square hotels

A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, TV, and a view of the ocean.
Two black chairs facing a sea view through a glass railing.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, featuring lounge chairs and a glass railing.

1. Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo
1.7 km from Independence Square
United Kingdom
Anusha
€89
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Marino Beach Colombo
A dining area with tables set for two, black chairs, and white walls with decorative moldings.
A large, white colonial-style building with a central entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a cobblestone pathway.
A spacious living area with a pool view, elegant furniture, and a large mirror.
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table set with tea and pastries, and a glimpse of a room with a bed and red canopy.

2. Maniumpathy

Maniumpathy
Borella, 1.3 km from Independence Square
Australia
Neil
€213
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Maniumpathy
A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a waterfront location and a bridge connecting to the main building.
A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a large window.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.
A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting fixtures.

3. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Kompannaweediya, 3 km from Independence Square
Canada
Vijayasingham
€144
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
A pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional wooden structure.
A cozy indoor space with wicker furniture, a wooden bench, and a sofa with cushions. There are potted plants and a wooden lattice structure.
A serene indoor garden with a small water feature, steps leading to a seating area, and lush green plants.
A courtyard with a swing set, a tiled patio, and a building with a tiled roof in the background.

4. Ishq Colombo

Ishq Colombo
1.4 km from Independence Square
United States
Niels
€215
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ishq Colombo
A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.
A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter.

5. THE DEN 23

THE DEN 23
Suduwella, 2 km from Independence Square
United Kingdom
Peter
€27
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
THE DEN 23
A traditional wooden furniture arrangement with a sofa, chairs, and a table in a courtyard with a view of greenery and a yellow wall.
A hotel entrance with a large window, a tree sculpture, and a staircase visible through the window.
A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

6. De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa
Cinnamon Gardens, 1.4 km from Independence Square
United States
Jonathan
€84
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV cabinet.
A modern building with a paved courtyard, large potted plants, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a large abstract painting.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, arranged for dining.

7. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo
Kollupitiya, 1.8 km from Independence Square
United Kingdom
Andrew
€79
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo
A pool area with tiled blue flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A modern cafe with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options including chairs and tables.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.
A rooftop terrace with dining tables and chairs, offering a city view.

8. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

Courtyard By Marriott Colombo
1.9 km from Independence Square
Netherlands
Tom
€103
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Courtyard By Marriott Colombo
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by white umbrellas and potted plants.
A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a chandelier, and a view through a doorway.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier. There is a fireplace with large vases and a framed abstract painting on the wall.
A grand building with a central fountain, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

9. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo
Cinnamon Gardens, 1.2 km from Independence Square
Hong Kong SAR China
David
€138
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo
A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.
A long, well-lit hallway with ceiling fans, chandeliers, and wooden chairs lined up on one side.
A beachfront restaurant with outdoor seating, ocean views, and a large umbrella.
A beachside hotel with lounge chairs and a large planter.

10. Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel
Kollupitiya, 2.9 km from Independence Square
Canada
Prem
€108
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Galle Face Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a patterned wall.
A modern bar area with seating, a high ceiling with geometric patterns, and a view of buildings through large windows.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a large potted plant.

11. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Sheraton Colombo Hotel
Kollupitiya, 2 km from Independence Square
Denmark
Lars Toft
€135
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Sheraton Colombo Hotel
A pathway leading through a bamboo forest to a building entrance.
A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging glassware, and shelves with bottles and glasses.
A spacious living area with a piano, sofas, and a dining table.
A rooftop restaurant with outdoor seating, a bar, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

12. Zylan Colombo

Zylan Colombo
Cinnamon Gardens, 1.3 km from Independence Square
United Kingdom
kandiah
€63
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Zylan Colombo
A dining table set with a variety of fruits, vegetables, and beverages, with a sofa and a staircase in the background.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a pillow.
An outdoor swimming pool with blue lighting, surrounded by a patio area with chairs and tables.
A cozy living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

13. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place
Cinnamon Gardens, 0.9 km from Independence Square
Australia
Fjorn
€52
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place
An infinity pool with a view of the sea and distant land.
A restaurant with a view of the ocean, featuring a waiter serving a tray with glasses.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books and a vase of flowers, and a view of the sea.
A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a sofa with colorful cushions, a small table with a book and a vase of flowers, and a modern pendant light.

14. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Amari Colombo Sri Lanka
Kollupitiya, 2.1 km from Independence Square
Canada
Amartya
€105
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Amari Colombo Sri Lanka
A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.
A rooftop bar with a barista preparing drinks, surrounded by tables and chairs, and shelves with bottles.
A modern living room with a large window, a wine rack, and a reception desk.
A rooftop bar with checkered flooring, seating, and a city view.

15. Cinnamon Red Colombo

Cinnamon Red Colombo
Kollupitiya, 1.6 km from Independence Square
United Kingdom
Paul
€69
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cinnamon Red Colombo
A person in an infinity pool with a sunset view.
A table with a teapot, cups, and fruit, facing a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a side table with drinks, a potted plant, and a large window overlooking the sea.

16. MaRadha Colombo

MaRadha Colombo
1.9 km from Independence Square
Canada
Yasotha
€91
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
MaRadha Colombo
A staircase with ornate railings, a patterned bench, and a wooden floor.
A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and a television.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a TV.

17. Palm Grove

Palm Grove
Cinnamon Gardens, 0.8 km from Independence Square
South Korea
Lee
€46
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Palm Grove
A modern interior with a central staircase, glass railings, and a polished floor.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a city view.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central blue structure, and a modern design.

18. Orion City Hotel

Orion City Hotel
2.9 km from Independence Square
Australia
Duminda
€52
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Orion City Hotel
A modern infinity pool with a city view at sunset.
A modern restaurant with large windows offering city views, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with white bedding, and a bathtub.

19. Jetwing Colombo Seven

Jetwing Colombo Seven
Cinnamon Gardens, 1.4 km from Independence Square
Canada
Rana
€84
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Jetwing Colombo Seven
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a pool, and a view of the city at dusk.
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a body of water.
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with fruit.
A high-rise hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a canopy.

20. Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo
1.6 km from Independence Square
United States
GILE GAEL
€60
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Mandarina Colombo
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Compare popular hotels close to Independence Square

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.
Marino Beach Colombo
9.6
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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A dining area with tables set for two, black chairs, and white walls with decorative moldings.
Maniumpathy
10.0
Exceptional
41 reviews
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A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a waterfront location and a bridge connecting to the main building.
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
9.6
Exceptional
177 reviews
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A pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional wooden structure.
Ishq Colombo
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
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A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.
THE DEN 23
9.6
Exceptional
80 reviews
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Top Independence Square Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely flawless, the staff is the most helpful and will make you feel at home as soon as you arrive. The breakfast was a life altering experience."
Clementine 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Shangri-La Colombo
Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo

8/10 Good
"Highly reco"
Tanweer 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mandarina Colombo
Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"We returned to this hotel because we liked it so much, and again loved the location and surroundings of it. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. Due to the public holidays, it was very busy this time and the breakfast room seemed a bit overwhelmed, plus it was difficult to get a towel"
Annina 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Granbell Hotel Colombo
Radisson Hotel Colombo

Radisson Hotel Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel, great beds, quiet. Great view of the beach and outstanding morning breakfast. Highly recommended especially if you want to stay in a nice hotel!"
Harry 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Radisson Hotel Colombo
Taj Samudra

Taj Samudra

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, yummy food, friendly & helpful staff. Very clean & comfortable room."
Sobha 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Taj Samudra
Shiloh Apartments

Shiloh Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"The room is really beautiful & the staff go above and beyond to accommodate you! I wanted to check in early and check out late - this was no problem. They ensured I had everything I needed and even communicated with driver for me when I was struggling to communicate."
Tisharna 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Shiloh Apartments
Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property, set away from the hustle and bustle. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Samsn was partially helpful and kind."
Phyllis 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo
Jetwing Ratnam Residence

Jetwing Ratnam Residence

10/10 Excellent
"Nice, quiet, and convenient location in heart of Colombo. A property in its own category. Friendly staff."
Saman 2-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Jetwing Ratnam Residence
Palm Grove

Palm Grove

10/10 Excellent
"Central location in Colombo. Clean. Handy cafe at the front. Courteous staff. "
Samaratunga 7-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Palm Grove

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Independence Square?
Independence Square is located in Kurunduwatta. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 61 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Independence Square?
Cinnamon Red Colombo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Independence Square. Other good options within a short distance include Mandarina Colombo and Colombo 7 Horton Residence.
How many hotels are there close to Independence Square?
Expedia has 61 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Independence Square.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Independence Square, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Independence Square.
What can I see and do near Independence Square?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Sri Lanka National Museum, Dutch Period Museum or Traditional Puppet Art Museum. Sights like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, High Commission of India and Independence Memorial Hall are landmarks to visit in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre and Elphinstone Theatre.