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

A balcony with a view of the ocean, featuring lounge chairs and a glass railing.

A spacious dining area with numerous tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a modern ceiling design.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, TV, and a view of the ocean.

1. Marino Beach Colombo

1.7 km from Independence Square

Pirahas

2.054.319 ₫

2.690.989 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a central courtyard and a pool on the rooftop.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a large window.

2. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Kompannaweediya, 3 km from Independence Square

Vijayasingham

3.246.711 ₫

4.361.645 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

A four-poster bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a decorative vase on the nightstand.

A spacious living area with a pool view, elegant furniture, and a large mirror.

A large, white colonial-style building with a central entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a cobblestone pathway.

3. Maniumpathy

Borella, 1.3 km from Independence Square

Neil

4.927.333 ₫

6.454.402 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with a traditional architectural style in the background.

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 courtyard with a swing set, a tiled patio, and a building with a tiled roof in the background.

4. Ishq Colombo

1.4 km from Independence Square

Niels

5.009.327 ₫

6.502.107 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A reception desk with a brick wall, potted plants, a framed picture, and a wooden counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the city.

5. THE DEN 23

Suduwella, 2 km from Independence Square

Peter

696.022 ₫

821.457 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A grand staircase leading to a second floor, flanked by columns and potted plants, with a chandelier above.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

6. La maison de Colombo

Pamankada East, 3.2 km from Independence Square

Theo

2.784.739 ₫

3.285.992 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A modern hotel with a unique geometric facade, a prominent sign, and a view of a body of water with a traditional structure in the foreground.

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.

7. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

1.9 km from Independence Square

Tom

2.320.942 ₫

3.117.962 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a colorful abstract painting, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

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.

8. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Kollupitiya, 1.8 km from Independence Square

Andrew

1.851.909 ₫

2.425.847 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean.

A beachfront restaurant with outdoor seating, ocean views, and a large umbrella.

A beachside hotel with lounge chairs and a large planter.

9. Galle Face Hotel

Kollupitiya, 2.9 km from Independence Square

Jerry

2.229.669 ₫

2.995.346 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A modern bar area with seating, a high ceiling with geometric patterns, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a patterned wall.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a large potted plant.

10. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

Kollupitiya, 2 km from Independence Square

Lars Toft

3.103.282 ₫

4.168.961 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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 grand building with a central fountain, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

A bar with a mirrored wall, shelves of bottles, and bar stools.

11. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.2 km from Independence Square

David

3.503.828 ₫

4.589.727 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike, overlooking a city and the sea.

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.

12. Cinnamon Red Colombo

Kollupitiya, 1.6 km from Independence Square

Paul

1.566.869 ₫

2.104.938 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

A spacious living area with a piano, sofas, and a dining table.

A swimming pool with a canopy and lights, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

A rooftop restaurant with outdoor seating, a bar, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

13. Zylan Colombo

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.3 km from Independence Square

Colin

1.405.083 ₫

1.658.040 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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 balcony with wicker chairs, a table with fruits and a teapot, and a large potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a view of the ocean.

14. MaRadha Colombo

1.9 km from Independence Square

Yasotha

2.065.378 ₫

2.749.926 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with a view of the ocean, featuring a waiter serving a tray with glasses.

15. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Kollupitiya, 2.1 km from Independence Square

Amartya

2.127.965 ₫

2.858.716 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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 modern interior with a curved reception desk, a blue sofa, and a geometric railing.

16. Orion City Hotel

2.9 km from Independence Square

Duminda

1.290.861 ₫

1.562.250 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A staircase with ornate railings, a patterned bench, and a wooden floor.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and a television.

17. Palm Grove

Cinnamon Gardens, 0.8 km from Independence Square

Lee

1.193.459 ₫

1.408.282 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern infinity pool with a city view at sunset.

A modern interior with a staircase leading to a reception area, featuring a minimalist design with branches and a glass partition.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A balcony with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.

18. Jetwing Colombo Seven

Cinnamon Gardens, 1.4 km from Independence Square

Rana

1.958.784 ₫

2.542.501 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a bed with a tufted headboard, a desk, and a chair.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

19. Taj Samudra

Kompannaweediya, 3 km from Independence Square

Sobha

2.086.240 ₫

2.804.428 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a pool, and a view of the city at dusk.

A high-rise hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a canopy.

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with fruit.

A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a body of water.

20. Mandarina Colombo

1.6 km from Independence Square

GILE GAEL

1.446.546 ₫

1.877.617 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Independence Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marino Beach Colombo	9.6 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams	9.6 Exceptional 177 reviews	View
Maniumpathy	10.0 Exceptional 41 reviews	View
Ishq Colombo	10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
THE DEN 23	9.6 Exceptional 80 reviews	View

Top Independence Square Hotel Reviews

Marino Beach Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Marino Beach Hotel exceeded expectations. The staff provided exceptional, warm hospitality throughout our stay, ensuring every detail was handled with genuine care and absolute professionalism."

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"

Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

10/10 Excellent

"A very nice hotel for family or business travelers. They have an extensive spread and multiple options for breakfast. The gym is good but the hot tub in spa needs cleaning,"

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!"

Taj Samudra

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, yummy food, friendly & helpful staff. Very clean & comfortable room."

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."

Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean & well maintained room & amenities. Only lobby is not very convenient to reach. Shopping or food option within same mall is good."

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."

Trillium Boutique City Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were friendly and we had shops and restaurants closer to the hotel "

Other attractions near Independence Square

Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall

8.4/10 (77 reviews)

Find out about the history of Colombo 07 with a stop at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Independence Memorial Hall

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kurunduwatta with a stop at Independence Memorial Hall. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Sinhalese Sports Club

Catch an event at Sinhalese Sports Club during your trip to Kurunduwatta. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Arcade Independence Square

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Arcade Independence Square during your visit to Colombo 07. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre

7.0/10 (8 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre during your stay in Kurunduwatta. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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National Art Gallery

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Art Gallery during your travels in Kurunduwatta. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Sri Lanka National Museum

8.8/10 (41 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sri Lanka National Museum in Kurunduwatta. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Geoffrey Bawa's Residence

Find out about the history of Colombo 03 with a stop at Geoffrey Bawa's Residence.

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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.

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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 High Commission of India, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct 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.

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Our top choices for Independence Square hotels

1. Marino Beach Colombo

2. Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

3. Maniumpathy

4. Ishq Colombo

5. THE DEN 23

6. La maison de Colombo

7. Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

8. Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

9. Galle Face Hotel

10. Sheraton Colombo Hotel

11. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

12. Cinnamon Red Colombo

13. Zylan Colombo

14. MaRadha Colombo

15. Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

16. Orion City Hotel

17. Palm Grove

18. Jetwing Colombo Seven

19. Taj Samudra

20. Mandarina Colombo

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Top Independence Square Hotel Reviews

Marino Beach Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

Amari Colombo Sri Lanka

Radisson Hotel Colombo

Taj Samudra

Shiloh Apartments

Courtyard By Marriott Colombo

Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo

Trillium Boutique City Hotel

Other attractions near Independence Square

Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall

Independence Memorial Hall

Sinhalese Sports Club

Arcade Independence Square

Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre

National Art Gallery

Sri Lanka National Museum

Geoffrey Bawa's Residence

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