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A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

1. Marino Beach Colombo

1.3 km from Gem Museum

Lorraine

SAR 349 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

2. Shangri-La Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 2.2 km from Gem Museum

Kush

SAR 706 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a blue sofa.

3. Dutch Heritage Colombo

Fort, 2.8 km from Gem Museum

Andrew

SAR 175 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A building entrance with a wooden door, a number plaque, and various potted plants.

4. THE DEN 23

Suduwella, 1.7 km from Gem Museum

Shagufta

SAR 118 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV cabinet.

5. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Kollupitiya, 0.4 km from Gem Museum

Ella

SAR 287 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a waterfront location and a bridge connecting to the main building.

6. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Kompannaweediya, 1.6 km from Gem Museum

danuka

SAR 760 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

A pool area with tiled blue flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

0.7 km from Gem Museum

Pat

SAR 474 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by white umbrellas and potted plants.

8. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.7 km from Gem Museum

"I have travelled the World extensively, and this property is possibly my favourite of any I have stayed in. It maintains old world colonial character and charm, with its very high standards, excellent staff, and wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. We stayed 8 years ago and have been planning g a return since. We are however devastated to hear that the hotel will close at the end of its current lease in August 2027, so this was likely to be our last ever visit."

Clifford

SAR 794 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

9. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Kollupitiya, 0.6 km from Gem Museum

Lars Toft

SAR 575 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A dining table set with a variety of fruits, vegetables, and beverages, with a sofa and a staircase in the background.

10. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

Cinnamon Gardens, 0.7 km from Gem Museum

Fjorn

SAR 347 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a partition with intricate designs.

11. Galle Face Hotel

Kollupitiya, 1.5 km from Gem Museum

James

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An infinity pool with a view of the sea and distant land.

12. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Kollupitiya, 0.6 km from Gem Museum

Stach

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern lounge with a curved seating arrangement, a central table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window offering a view of the sea and distant land.

13. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

Kompannaweediya, 2 km from Gem Museum

Manouri

SAR 807 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A pathway leading through a bamboo forest to a building entrance.

14. Zylan Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 2.1 km from Gem Museum

kandiah

SAR 281 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern interior with a central staircase, glass railings, and a polished floor.

15. Orion City Hotel

3.1 km from Gem Museum

Duminda

SAR 191 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A person in an infinity pool with a sunset view.

16. MaRadha Colombo

1.7 km from Gem Museum

Yasotha

SAR 402 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious lobby with a large skylight, a central decorative sculpture, and a marble floor.

17. Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Kollupitiya, 1.1 km from Gem Museum

Sujatha

SAR 545 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern infinity pool with a city view at sunset.

18. Jetwing Colombo Seven

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.8 km from Gem Museum

Ashani

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A modern hotel interior with a glass entrance, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

19. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

Fort, 3 km from Gem Museum

Muhammad Zarwan

SAR 147 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A dining area with a view of the sea, featuring round tables, chairs, and a table setting with wine glasses and a plate of food.

20. Taj Samudra

Kompannaweediya, 1.6 km from Gem Museum

Rakesh

SAR 328 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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Marino Beach Colombo	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
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8.6/10 (129 reviews)

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A pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional wooden structure.

Ishq Colombo

Colombo

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

A dining area with tables set for two, black chairs, and white walls with decorative moldings.

Maniumpathy

Borella

10/10 Excellent

Hotel is a former 100-year old mansion that has been beautifully and sensitively transformed into a boutique hotel. Each of the 8 rooms is individually decorated with the upstairs rooms being especially spacious. Room decor is reflective of the colonial era (teak canopy beds, secretaries, decorative antiques) with fully modern amenities (lovely bathroom, A/C, satellite TV). We had dinner and breakfast at the property. Both were delicious with spice levels matching guest preference. While...

Amanda

Marino Beach Colombo

Colombo

10/10 Excellent

Sivapathasunderam

Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

Colombo

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON

Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Kollupitiya

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Kollupitiya

10/10 Excellent

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Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

Cinnamon Gardens

10/10 Excellent

William

Shangri-La Colombo

Kompannaweediya

10/10 Excellent

Janaka

Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens

10/10 Excellent

this was a perfect boutique hotel. staff was helpful, room was very good and the restaurant had amazing food. there is only one issue that I had with the room - there were not enough sockets in the wall for a computer, phone, etc. the staff did bring an extra electrical strip but the connections were not tight enough and worked on and off. since there are only 10 rooms the staff gave a lot of personal attention

Roberta

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

Cinnamon Red Colombo

Kollupitiya

10/10 Excellent

We were disappointed that we were unable to stay more than one night! My partner and I misread our flight schedule and had to leave a night earlier than anticipated. The Cinnamon Red staff were wonderful and we were given a beautiful room fir our final night in Colombo. We paid extra for late check-out and it was worth it! We will definitely stay again if we're lucky enough to visit Sri Lanka again. Thank you

Teg

Galle Face Hotel

Kollupitiya

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Dutch Heritage Colombo

Fort

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Gem Museum?

Gem Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Colombo 03 known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 168 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Gem Museum?

Adjacent to Gem Museum, Cinnamon Red Colombo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Marino Beach Colombo and Taj Samudra.

How many hotels will I find close to Gem Museum?

Expedia has 168 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Gem Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gem Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Gem Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gem Museum?

For more details about updating your stay near Gem Museum or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Gem Museum?

Sri Lanka National Museum, Dutch Period Museum, and Traditional Puppet Art Museum feature captivating exhibits. Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, High Commission of India, and Elphinstone Theatre are some of the local landmarks to explore. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Galle Face Green and Diyatha Uyana.

How can I get to Gem Museum?

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Bambalapitiya Railway Station. There might not be many public transit stops near Gem Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Gem Museum hotels

1. Marino Beach Colombo

2. Shangri-La Colombo

3. Dutch Heritage Colombo

4. THE DEN 23

5. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

6. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

7. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

8. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

9. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

10. Colombo Villa at Cambridge Place

11. Galle Face Hotel

12. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

13. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

14. Zylan Colombo

15. Orion City Hotel

16. MaRadha Colombo

17. Cinnamon Grand Colombo

18. Jetwing Colombo Seven

19. C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel

20. Taj Samudra

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Ishq Colombo

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Gem Museum?

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If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gem Museum, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gem Museum?

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