Name: Mount Lavinia Hotel
Address: No 100, Hotel Road, Mount Lavinia, 10370
Telephone: +94 112 711 711
Rating: 8.2

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Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 11:00 AM

Classification

4-Star Hotel

Amenities

Supervised childcare/activities, Shopping on site, Television in common areas, Front desk (limited hours), Express check-in, Billiards or pool table

Location

Mount Lavinia, LK

Luxurious Colonial-Style Retreat

Private Beach & Spectacular Views

Enjoy a private beach area and terrace overlooking the bay and Colombo’s skyline. Indulge in spa treatments and savor delicious meals at 3 dining venues.

Unique Historical Tours & Balinese Spa

Explore the underground historical tunnel and museum tour exclusive to our hotel. Unwind at the Balinese spa with serene beach views.

Modern Amenities & Dining Experiences

Relax in colonial-style rooms with modern comforts and private balconies. Take advantage of 24-hour travel desk, gym, and game room. Delight in fresh seafood at Seafood Cove or international buffets at The Governors restaurant.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Mount Lavinia Hotel.

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

8.2

Excellent

829 reviews

Highlights

+Great location
+Good food

Could Improve

–Poor cleanliness
–Noisy disturbances

Cleanliness6.2

Bathrooms were gross and very dirty with unclean conditions.

Service10.0

Service was standard, though issues were reported with staff not answering during disturbances.

Location10.0

Great location by the beach, enhancing the overall experience.

Room Quality6.2

Rooms were smelly, damp, and dirty with broken floor tiles.

Amenities9.7

Standard amenities, but tea/coffee sachets were not provided.

Value for Money7.2

Felt that the high price did not equate with the service and cleanliness provided.

Food and Beverage9.2

Food was noted as a positive aspect of the stay.

Overall Experience7.2

The experience was overshadowed by cleanliness and noise issues.

noelines92

Couples · Aug 2026

Don’t go or if you’re all ready booked check throughly your room.

Liked:It is filthy. Everything is broken. Water drips from ceiling. One pillow on our bed did not hav a pillow slip and was mouldy and stained. I could go on and on. I would like to add pictures but not sure how. On arrival the hotel reception is exciting and as you would imagine. Behind the scenes is a different story entirely.

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465wendyo

Couples · Aug 2026

Hotel that needs some tlc

Liked:Not what I was expecting … two hours to check us in as they couldn’t find our booking! They asked for my confirmation and passports 6 or seven times at least. I finally got my uk travel agent to speak to them to sort it. Finally we got a room which was on a damp corridor with water dripping from the ceiling. On opening the room it was full of flies and the bedsheets had something that looked like blood on them. It took me a lot less time to check out !

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michaeldE586QM

Couples · Aug 2026

A poor semblance of what a fine hotel this used to be.

Liked:I booked this hotel via their website in May. When we went to check in this evening, they couldn't find the booking despite my showing the confirmation email and wanted me to pay yet again for a room. Check-in was very poor; we weren't offered help with luggage; and to cap it all, there is apparently no hot water. And the receptionist said that MANAGEMENT ARE AWARE OF THIS BUT DO NOTHING! I shall be reporting them to the SLTB for this reason, as a 4* hotel has to offer hot water at least. We used to patronise Mount Lavinia when I lived and worked here 15 years ago; now, I wouldn't touch it with a barge pole.

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anomac995

Couples · Aug 2026

2 nights stay

Liked:We stayed at the Mount Lavinia Hotel for two nights, on 7 and 8 August, as we were hosting a buffet lunch to celebrate my sister’s 70th birthday. Unfortunately, our stay got off to a very disappointing start. When we arrived, the hotel could not find our reservation. After waiting for more than an hour, I had to contact our travel agent in Australia to help resolve the issue. Eventually, the reservation was located, and we were given Room 108. The room itself was spacious, and the bed was comfortable. However, there were some maintenance issues that needed attention. Several floor tiles were loose and cracked, creating a potential tripping hazard. Another major issue was the lack of hot water throughout the hotel during our stay, which is something the hotel management needs to address urgently. The hotel itself also appears quite run-down, with water leaking from the corridor roof, and would benefit from some renovation and general refurbishment. Given its history and beautiful location, the property has so much potential, and it would be wonderful to see it restored to its former glory. That said, Governor’s Restaurant was a different story. Everything ran smoothly, and we would like to give a special mention to Kumari, who did a fantastic job making sure all our party guests were well looked after. Her care and attention helped make the birthday celebration a success. The hotel also arranged a birthday cake for my sister, and it was absolutely delicious! Overall, while there were some significant issues with the hotel facilities and our check-in experience, the excellent service from Kumari and the team at Governor’s Restaurant made a positive difference to our special celebration. With some much-needed investment, particularly in the hot-water system and renovations, Mount Lavinia Hotel could once again be a truly outstanding place to stay and celebrate special occasions.

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Location

How to Find Us

No 100, Hotel Road

Mount Lavinia · LK

+94 112 711 711

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.