In Suduwella, THE DEN 23 offers a modern retreat with a coffee shop and restaurant. Connect to WiFi, unwind at the bar, or enjoy English breakfast after storing your luggage in the secure storage area. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
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About this property
THE DEN 23
Located near a train station, THE DEN 23 is a great choice for a stay in Colombo. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free secured, covered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Housekeeping on request
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 per person
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
THE DEN 23 Hotel
THE DEN 23 Colombo
THE DEN 23 Hotel Colombo
Frequently asked questions
Does THE DEN 23 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, THE DEN 23 does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at THE DEN 23?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at THE DEN 23?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at THE DEN 23?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at THE DEN 23?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino (3-min drive) and Bellagio Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at THE DEN 23 and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.
Are there restaurants at or near THE DEN 23?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around THE DEN 23 like?
THE DEN 23 is a short 19-minute walk from Gangaramaya Temple and 20 minutes' walk from Colombo City Centre.
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Reviews
THE DEN 23 Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2026
Nice and clean room, very friendly staff, great food
Bente
Bente, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Will definitely stay here again , comfortable bed clean room, great breakfast options and the staff were very helpful and made our stay seamless. Thank you, Den 23 and look forward to staying there again.
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Everything was perfect! The staff are so friendly and welcoming.
The accommodation is lovely and the breakfast was great too.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2025
Good hotel, nice hosts. Very accommodating and friendly! :-)
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Had s lovely stay, the staff is super nice and helpful and it was close to central
Funda
Funda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Great stay at a good price
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
Friendly and welcoming staff and loved the rooftop restaurant, the food was great (they do a great kottu!).
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
Clean with great amenities - rooftop dining is awesome.
Graham
Graham, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Enjoyed my quick stay - offered everything a tired traveller needed. Staff very friendly. I have booked to stay there again
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
I’d highly recommend this place! It’s an unassuming spot but the rooftop has an absolutely spectacular view with an incredible restaurant. I had the best seafood pasta I’ve ever had there; each meal was truly amazing. The staff are so, so kind and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, spacious, and had everything I needed. I only spent a night here but I wish I had stayed longer simply because I enjoyed this hotel so much.
Christa
Christa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great for a convenient, not-too-touristy stay upon arriving in Colombo. The hotel is hidden and quiet and the staff is extremely hospitable. Rooftop views for the restaurant are the highlight.
Lydia
Lydia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Friendliest staff ever…
Nilantha
Nilantha, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Comfortable and affordable - with good location
excellent affordable and conveniently located hotel. Well known to tuktuks, so a nice base. Hotel staff is very supportive. Room is well outfitted and amenities like laundry very affordable
Abigail
Abigail, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
My room in this hotel was safe, quiet, modern and spacious. Staff were very nice. Awesome rooftop restaurant with great reasonably price food with a view. Highly recommend this hotel for great value.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Friendly and helpful staff. Good rooftop restaurant with good food and good views
Good location
jolanta
jolanta, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2024
Great value!
This is a great value hotel. It's modern and clean and a very warm welcome is on offer from the family who own it.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
This hotel was very modern and clean. Quiet and safe location. Room was spacious and excellent amenities. Great value hotel with an excellent rooftop restaurant. Can highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Colombo. Would always come back here.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Very clean and spacious room :)
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Uthpala - the manager is the best!
Uthpala is one the best hotel managers ever! Incredibly friendly and dutiful.
Ashwin
Ashwin, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2024
You can tell it’s a new place! Very clean and modern. The restaurant at the top was amazing. Staff friendly. I recommend !
Dina
Dina, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2024
Nice base for our first 2 nights in Sri Lanka. There was a bit of confusion about our booking when we checked in but quickly sorted out. The hotel is very clean and quite modern. A good location close to the cinnamon gardens area, the national museum and viharamedevi park.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2023
Incredible place to stay whilst in Colombo!
Wow wow wow, what an amazing place to stay. We started our journey at the Den for our trip around Sri Lanka and the location, facilities and in particular Felix the hotel manager gave us the warmest most beautiful welcome we have ever received. Thanks again, could not recommend enough!
Jessie
Jessie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2024
The entire staff were great. They make you feel like family. The hotel is clean and well maintained. I stayed here off and on for my entire 5 month stay. Felix is there to help you no matter the issue. Highly recommend.
Brandon
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Staff was super helpful - set up an airport pickup for me last minute, included a delicious and enormous breakfast on the roof terrace, shared a list of places to visit in colombo, and helped me set up a tour outside of Kandy that I was having some difficulty solidifying. They really went out of their way to be helpful. The room was nice, big, bright, clean bathroom with good toiletries. Area was quiet and convenient, close to parks and cafes. Recommend!
Maya
Maya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Clean, comfy, spacious room! Clean bathroom with great shower pressure and temp. Not much storage space. Nice solid desk and chair; furniture. WiFi kept dropping--almost four times a day. However, I've stayed here before; and, it wasn't and issue before. No food allowed in rooms! Roof top restaurant. Rice-heavy menu with a few international options and separate cafe menu. Covered seating area is available. Hotel felt like home. Some of the best staff I've ever met! Warm and courteous. Well worth the price. Thanks!