Mount Lavinia Hotel

With a history spanning over 200 years, Mount Lavinia Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in Sri Lanka. This premier colonial heritage hotel has earned a reputation over the years for its magnificent structure and ambiance, the old world charm which harks back to the grandeur of old Ceylon, its romantic legacy left by the colonial Governor General who used it as his residence, the exceptional service offered by its well-trained staff and its popularity as a venue for weddings.

The grand old building has stood the test of time and coupled with every convenience a modern hotel can offer, continues to whisper legends of love and adventure to everyone who pass through its majestic corridors.

The hotel offers direct beach access, a swimming pool with a kiddies pool, three restaurants, three bars, a gym, a spa, a beauty salon and a host of other facilities. Just 54 kilometres from the Bandaranaike International Airport, and within the metropolitan area of Colombo, Mount Lavinia Hotel is the ideal beach resort in city for you. You can enjoy all that Colombo city has to offer, and at the same time enjoy a beach holiday in a colonial theme hotel. The hotel offers 226 rooms and suites ranging from colonial style rooms with wooden flooring, period furniture and decor, to rooms with modern contemporary interiors and decor. All rooms enjoy views of the beach and ocean.

The hotel is also a much sought after location for conferences, conventions, seminars, workshops, business meetings, private parties and cocktails with seven venues to choose from.Mount Lavinia Hotel is Located in the coastal town of Mount Lavinia, which is just 12 kilometres south of the City of Colombo and 54 kilometres from the Bandaranaike International Airport, the hotel is easy to reach, yet away from the congestion of the capital. It is situated atop a rock and looks over the aquamarine waters of the Indian Ocean. The hotel allows direct access to the beach.

The town of Mount Lavinia was originally known as Galkissa in Sinhala. It"s said to have acquired the latter name in memory of "Lady Lovinia".
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